Apparently, God is a bit of a pyromanic. Last week, I read in Hebrews 12 that He is “a consuming fire,” and I can’t seem to stop thinking about it. My Holy God is using the flame to refine my life — removing all that is not holy, all that will harm me. …
My husband dropped me off at church last Wednesday night, and then he took quite a while to join me in the sanctuary. I played Words with Friends on my phone and checked twitter as I waited. We had arrived early, so there was “time to kill.” When my husband finally appeared, I asked…
My husband and I decided to take a big step of faith a few weeks ago. We prayed a rainbow prayer. We moved forward believing that God is able to do the impossible. But, sometimes the pathway to a miracle is filled with potholes and roadblocks. The road is unpaved and seemingly un-safe. So,…
When this world tries to tell me that I am not enough, then I will remember that God says I am fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalms 139:14). God is enthralled by my beauty (Psalms 45:11). God has given me everything I need for life and godliness (II Peter 1:3). I am more than a conqueror…
The day held promise. I had managed to get on the road in record time, and traffic was light. I pulled into the parking space at work armed with a briefcase and determination to attack my long to-do list. I swung the car door open, planted my feet firmly on the pavement, and stood ready…
In the mid 1970’s, my sweet abuelos moved into a 2-bedroom townhouse that sat on a lake. Over the years, they have hosted countless holiday dinners, served tons of Cuban coffee, and charmed all the neighbors. That happy little house is home to many who feel wrapped in their love when they cross its…