Be a Light!

Candles are my favorite thing about winter – particularly red candles that smell like apple cinnamon.  There’s something calming and cozy about the warm steady flicker.  Candles remind me of the Light of the World – Jesus, John 8:12, “ I am the light of...

Bless the Lord

Thanksgiving says it in the name, a time to give thanks.  Liberally praise God – Psalm 103 says ‘Bless the Lord oh my soul, all that is within me’.  First we can thank God for His unchanging nature that’s seen us through so much this year. As the Psalmist lists...

Planting a Tree of Faith

A hot mug of mulled cider goes well with this crisp autumn air!  Love my family’s annual fall tradition of getting together for cider and doughnut making.  Years ago Grandpa Gross planted apple trees.  Now four generations gather to enjoy the fruit of the land and...

Homeschooling Super Heroes

Last school year we got a little taste of homeschooling and a whole new level of respect for teachers. If homeschooling is the route you’re taking, resist comparing yourself to those awesome teachers. They’re passing the baton to you. Run your best! Hebrews 12:1-3...

An Out-of-the-Box Summer

Every summer kids look forward to summer Bible camps and Vacation Bible schools. Church ladies  plan Bible Lessons, design crafts, write funny skits, dress up like characters, they have as much fun as the kids! The kids love the prizes for bringing guests or...

Hope Prevails

“…America! America! God shed His grace on thee…”  America’s founding, her history, even this year, the continuing thread is God’s blessing and goodness.  We’ve had good times and bad times, but God has seen us through.  And today I want to encourage you that...