When was the last time you had an opportunity to try something new, something that might have seemed scary but had the potential to be amazing – and you couldn’t take the step in that direction? I shared a few weeks ago that I’ve been reading through the Gospel of John just a few verses… Continue reading Looking Back on Missed Opportunities
Category: Scripture verses
What Daisies Teach Us About Faith
Friday was National Daisy Day. I’ve always loved daisies because I think they’re such happy-looking flowers. I’m apparently not the only one who thinks this, based on a bit of digging into the meanings people associate with daisies. The best part is, many traits associated with daisies can also teach us about our faith and… Continue reading What Daisies Teach Us About Faith
MLK: Speaking up and stepping out
We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope. Faith is taking the first step, even when you don’t see the whole staircase. Forgiveness is not an occasional act. It is a permanent attitude. I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear. These wise words are just… Continue reading MLK: Speaking up and stepping out
Pondering things during Advent season
As we draw closer to Christmas, I am absolutely honored to be a guest blogger for my friend Barbara Latta. It's called "What are you pondering during this Advent season?" and focuses on the verse from the Christmas story that says: But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. (Luke… Continue reading Pondering things during Advent season
