We deserve nothing from God. Plain and simple. He created us, gave us life, gave us the air we breath. Growing up I remember hearing mothers say to misbehaving children I brought you into this world and I can take you out. We giggle uncomfortably, hoping it’s a joke. The natural conclusion of believing in […]
Last week we dived into Mark 7 where Jesus rebuked the religious leaders for placing man’s tradition before God. He told them it wasn’t what went into the body but what came out of the heart that really mattered. God has the advantage of knowing our hearts. Of knowing our intentions, even at times when we […]
Last weekend my husband and I went on an Army sponsored Marriage Retreat. During the weekend the topic came up of things our significant others do to annoy us. From leaving the toilet seat up to playing video games to being a slob and never having dinner on the table in time, couples were throwing […]
There is something magical about a military ball. It is a fairy tale neatly wrapped in patriotism and loyalty with large helpings of tradition and a big bowl of grog. Fifteen years ago, when I first met my husband, my idea of the military was from World War II movies and Nicholas Sparks. Magical, intense, filled with young […]
Songs have filled my mind. Broken Hallelujahs intermixed with Amazing Grace and the lingering lyrics of “pain in the suffering” haunt my heart. I have to admit that this last week I have struggled to find joy. My faith has grown, my joy found a deeper secret place, and I grieved. Last week I attended my […]
