The Key to Resilience: A Christian Worldview
When I was a little girl my favorite thing to do was to jump on a trampoline. Unfortunately, my parents forbid me from participating in this activity due to a life-threatening head injury I had sustained at the age of five...
What I Learned When My List Became Unrealistic
The day was beautiful! In fact, it was the most beautiful day in New England this year. The sun was shining; its warmth was finally palpable. The birds were singing from...
Giving Your Emotions to God
The song “It Is Well with My Soul” has always provoked strong emotions in me. I have often found myself changing the radio station or stepping out of services when this song is played. It is a rare occasion that I allow myself...
Keep A Song in Your Heart: Joy in Christ
I spent half of my childhood education in a parochial school system, during which, I learned much more than reading, writing and arithmetic. Every morning...
Focusing on God in Difficult Times
There are moments when a person thinks that he/she has been given more than possible to handle. The proverbial half empty bottle is depleted; stress levels rise to an overwhelming height. External triggers such...
Fasting: A Reflection on Queen Esther
Facing the Giants | Part 4 Mordecai brought his cousin to the palace in hopes that she would be well cared for and please King Xerxes. It was well known throughout the 127 provinces of the king that he was looking...
Discerning God’s Will for Your Life: A Reflection on the Life of Daniel
Facing the Giants | Part 3 The courtyard was filled with royal officials, governors, various advisors and philosophers. King Darius’ party was a success judging by those in attendance. His top event advisors ...
Preparation with the Holy Spirit: A Reflection on the Life of David
Facing the Giants | Part 2 David walked quickly down the road, his harp and sling shot bouncing gently on his leg from the rope at his waist. He carried the bread, roasted grain and cheese...
Listening to God: A Reflection on the Life of Deborah
Facing the Giants | Part 1 Deborah walked up the rocky hill to her usual sitting place under the tree. Sweat dripped down her forehead as she lifted her eyes to the people who had already...
