There is a right way to skin a squirrel. During my childhood, my family often ate squirrels that my dad and brothers hunted and brought home. When they got them home, the squirrels had to …
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The Right Way
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The Strength of My Heart
I claim Psalm 27 as my birthday psalm, because I was born on the 27th day of the month. A psalm that speaks to faith and confidence, dedication and patience, and dependence on the strength …
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Tossed
On our walk to the beach, we braced ourselves against the increasing gusts of wind. Sand streamed across open areas, chased by air that swirled and pushed. As we topped the dune, the froth of …
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Always With Me
Quiet. Stillness. Peace. When I read the Psalms, I often picture David in the quiet of the field, close to his sheep, basking in the quiet and the presence of God. He strums his harp …
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‘To Do’ Lists
Monday morning finds me writing out my ‘To Do’ list for the week. As I think about the coming days and ask for God’s guidance, I make a list of things I need to remember …
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Vertigo
Footing that was stable suddenly shifts making every step an adventure of where I will land. Gingerly, I make my way across the room holding to the dresser, the wall, the door frame, the chair. …
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Choices
Troubled, evil, raging, distraught, crumbling are all words that come to mind when I think about the happenings in our world today. With Dorothy, I have to say “Toto, we are not in Kansas anymore.” …
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Provision
Blessed beyond measure! That was the status of the Israelites as they wandered in the wilderness. They walked, but their shoes never wore out, and their food rained down from Heaven each day. Think of …
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TRUTH
In the confusing messages of the day, we can have trouble discerning the Truth. We are bombarded with opinions and unsubstantiated ‘facts’ and accusations and condescending attitudes toward those who disagree with the given message. …
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Dear Martha
Luke 10:38 – 42 My name is Mary, but I have a Martha soul. You know Martha. She, her sister Mary, and her brother Lazarus were close friends of Jesus. He ate with them and …
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