Holy Imagination Aren’t dreams amazing? They transport us to faraway places, allow us to ‘see’ those who have left us for Heaven, let us shake off the limits of time, or place, or even gravity! They can be bizarre, lead… Continue reading

When our kids travel from afar and we get together, we tell stories. We laugh and I usually cry. The things we remember are not the big moments. It’s about Saturday morning pancake breakfasts, hilarious hijinks at the dinner table,… Continue reading

People love a good fight. Oh, they say they don’t but evidence is, they do! Politics here in America are deeply partisan. If one side says, ‘yes’ the other says ‘no’  no matter what is best for the country. Too… Continue reading

God designed us to ‘grow up,’ to mature into productive adulthood. Growth brings such amazing change. That little girl you have not seen in a decade walks into the room and she’s become a beautiful woman or that scrawny little… Continue reading

At the end of October, 2012, Hurricane Sandy swept up the East Coast of the United States. About 10 PM on 10/29, the power went out. Millions of people were suddenly disconnected from the grid. At our home, due to… Continue reading

Most of the books I read are ‘one-timers,’ meaning I never pick them up again. There is one book in my library that shows the wear of many reading. Published in 1980- A Long Obedience in the Same Direction, with… Continue reading

John was my driver yesterday for a minor surgery that was required. He ministered to me so powerfully by being available. When we set out, he paused to invite the Lord to be with us, to keep me, to help… Continue reading

Are you a worshiper?  Many Christians will immediately think of church, or a stadium rally with thousands in song.  Is worship just found where there is a kickin’ band, or in a church where the preacher is passionate and persuasive?  … Continue reading

When Nate talks about fishing and his voice rises with excitement. “I caught three at Spruce Run that were this big,” he tells me as he describes the spot. Yes, he loves to fish. To me, fishing is just another… Continue reading

Who does not like success? Those of us who enjoy horse racing (no, I don’t gamble!) love the Cinderella story of a horse named California Chrome, bred and trained by two ordinary guys. Their colt has won the Kentucky Derby… Continue reading