I recently did some painting based on what I was reading that day.  It was a time in history when 13 guys were in a boat in a large body of water and a huge storm caught them off guard and the rain came down so hard and fast, the guys couldn’t get it out fast enough so water was filling their boat. And one of the guys slept through the boat rocking high and low, thunder, guys yelling at each other so they could be heard because the wind was roaring and the rain beating on the

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.  Seek his will in all you do and he will show you which path to take.  Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom.  Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil.  Then you will have healing for your body and strength for your bones.” Proverbs 3:5-8 This is one of the first verses I memorized after I asked Jesus into my heart.  I didn’t understand why God allowed me to have brain surgery and becom

It’s a new year!  It’s the last year of this decade.  It’s the start of something new.  Ladies, if you’re wanting something new and refreshing, then read on! Like many of you, I’ve watched and participated in the IF:Alamance Gatherings that have been hosted here in town, and each time I’m amazed how God moved through that event around the world, and in our community.  Each time I was part of it, messages taught seemed to be just what I needed to hear, worship was authentic, a

Is there something in the future of your life you sometimes wonder?  And even worry a little bit – hey we’re human and I know Jesus tells us not to, but we just do sometimes. What is yours?  I admit I wonder when I get older if I’ll be diagnosed with dementia and have memory loss.  After college, I worked for several years in a retirement community in the health services where the residents who did have dementia lived. I loved spending time with them and keeping them active,

Welcome or welcome back.  Thank you for coming here.  You may have read my previous post but if you haven’t I suggest you go here to read it.  Today I’m doing something I never have before. You’re invited to take a three week journey as we anticipate new life – the new kind that Jesus gave us because of what He did on the cross for us.  If you’d like to follow along with me on this experience, I’d be more than humbled and glad you’re doing this with me. So, here we go… “You d

In January I often see on blog posts and social media, even on jewelry specially ordered so it’s a daily reminder, someone’s personal “word of the year”.  I’ve picked a “word for the year” at the start of 2013 and 2014.  But the past couple of years it’s just not been there for me. For some reason I just couldn’t figure out what “my word” was.  As this year draws to a close I realized I did have a word of 2016, but didn’t figure that out until recently. So, maybe from now on

It’s over. It’s finally over. Well, the date of election, that is. But actually it’s just the beginning of a new chapter for our country. Whomever won the election, we were all probably disappointed in some way. I’ve never thought once in my life, that one day when I went to press “submit” on my ballot, I’d have uncontrolable tears running down my face. People in Holly Hill mall didn’t see me walking by with tears of happiness for the choices I made, but tears of deep concern

You showed up. I asked you to join me and you did. Your light pushed through the dark shadows victoriously.  Your rays were distinct, bright, almost blinding – glorious. Glory! On our walk this morning, you pierced through the branches that tangle me.  I’ve felt so interlaced with big decisions, with family health, and other things that weigh a little heavier. You arrived though to start my day reminding me of your beauty and the Light You are that conquers darkness. You are

#Trust

#Trust

There’s still so much to process from this past weekend. Pictures and comments exploded all over Facebook, Twitter and Instagram from IF:Gathering and IF:Locals.  There’s words to describe our feelings – ignite, faith, stones, marking your moment, freedom, breaking down walls, building bridges towards racial reconciliation, be bold and courageous and what is your step of faith? We’re made stronger.  We feel God’s Spirit in us.  We feel more united and ready take on a personal

Last February I experienced the first ever IF:Gathering.  And what is IF:Gathering you may ask?  Many reading this probably already know at least a little bit if you follow me on Facebook or read some of my blog posts but now it’s less than 3 weeks away and I need to take deep breaths to calm my restless spirit.  In a good way. As a refresher before I share what I’m wrestling with these days, here’s my long and short version of 2014.  I found out about IF:Gathering – a first

EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. That’s what it was the first two months of summer.  Every day it showed up unexpectantly although by the second week you’d think I wouldn’t be surprised.  It wasn’t humidity or an afternoon thunderstorm or an ice cream truck . It was words. If you’ve been following along with my series this month, you might be seeing why I’ve chosen to write about waiting and seeing.  Simply because those words showed up every day to me this past spring and summer. You mig