Between teaching a course twice a week and taking a class online twice a week, I have had little time for blogging. I made many plans for writing but forgot that I had passed the "three score and ten years" mark. I am enjoying teaching and have one more week of classes and finals for... Continue Reading →
I Offer Christ to You, My Brothers and Sisters: Haiku
Give your heart to Christ. It only takes a moment. Today is your day! Written for RonovanWrites Weekly Hailu Poetry Prompt Challenge: Moment and Today. I saw the prompts and immediately thought of the Sinner's Prayer, to ask Jesus into one's heart. May the grade of God be with you.
How Can You Not See My Humanity?
It's macabre that you think I am different, Because, like you, I have dreams and desires galore. I, too, struggle in this life to make every day positive, Praying for the safety of those I adore. Written for the Weekend Writing Prompt: Macabre in 36 words.
Let God Shape Your Heart Today: Sunday Devotion
Psalm 33: 13-17 The Lord looks down from heaven; He observes everyone. He gazes on all the inhabitants of the earth from His dwelling place. He alone shapes their hearts; He considers all their works. A king is not saved by a large army; a warrior will not be delivered by great strength. The horse is a... Continue Reading →
Walking in Nature is Best for the Waist and the Soul
The best physical exercise for me is good, old-fashioned walking. Because of arthritis and scoliosis in the back, I can't run or jog. I never learned to swim, ride a bicycle, or skate. So, walking on the treadmill at home or at my gym is the only way to get the hour of exercise I... Continue Reading →
Each Day Should Be a Holy and Sacred Day of Rejoicing in the Lord: Sunday Devotion
Psalm 118:24 This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it. Nehemiah 8: 9-10 Then Nehemiah the governor, Ezra the priest and scribe, and the Levites who were interpreting for the people said to them, “Don’t mourn or weep on such a day as this! For today is a sacred... Continue Reading →
The Ten-Year Memoir?
Daily writing promptWhat have you been working on?View all responses I started writing a memoir at least ten years ago, tentatively titled Out of the Grave: A Witness for My Lord. I keep believing that I will just stop everything and finish it. I think a part of me questions whether I really have anything... Continue Reading →
Testify to the Awe-Inspiring Acts of God: Sunday Devotion
Psalm 66: 1-6 Shout joyfully to God, all the earth! Sing about the glory of His name; make His praise glorious. Say to God, “How awe-inspiring are Your works! Your enemies will cringe before You because of Your great strength. All the earth will worship You and sing praise to You! They will sing praise... Continue Reading →
Hold On to the True Vine, Change is Coming
Image Credit: Daria Nepriakhina@Unsplash I am holding on to the True Vine, For with Him, I can do all things. When trials come, and I feel overwhelmed, I remember the promises of the King. He prunes me and makes me more fruitful, Because sometimes, I need more steel in my spine. So when evil seems... Continue Reading →
Travel Intensifies Our Courage and Self-Esteem: Photo Challenge
Image Credit: Masahiro Miyagi via Unsplash Embarking on a journey of over a thousand miles, The intensity of my anticipation never stops growing. But the thought of going solo triggers my anxieties, And overcoming the panic means courage showing. So, like a caterpillar bursting forth into a butterfly, I board the plane and take my... Continue Reading →
Help from Heaven 