Dishonest Dealings

 And he sent them to Bethlehem and said, ‘Go and make careful search for the Child; and when you have found Him, report to me that I too may come and worship him’. (Matthew 2:9, New American Standard Bible)  My friend, Heather, had never shown an interest in God. I hesitated to mention my own... Continue Reading →

Overcoming Holiday Blues

This story has been posted on my blog in other years but it is such a timely subject that I wanted to share it again. It originally was published in The Lookout Magazine. Since then, we have lost my father-in-law. Losing a loved one is never easy, but enduring it at the holidays is harder.... Continue Reading →

Watching our Words

“He does not evil to his neighbor...” Ps. 15: 3   Our Ladies Bible Study had concluded and Helen slipped into the ladies’ room. As we gathered our purses and Bibles, Alexa asked, “Has anyone seen Tom Mitchell’s house recently?” Several of us who knew the man with a slovenly yard shook our heads. Alexa... Continue Reading →

A workshop for writers at International Conference on Missions

This Saturday I’ll be leading a workshop, “Writing to Praise”, at 3:00, room 240, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis as part of the International Conference on Missions. There is a cost  of $15 to attend the weekend-long conference, but every workshop is free. Everyone is welcome! I’m anxious to interest others in writing for God! Please... Continue Reading →

Church Away from Home

In honor of Veteran’s Day this story is posted to relay an important episode in my husband’s military career. It has been published in several Sunday School take home papers. We never know when a military person might need a nudge toward God. Can you provide that to some vet today?        ... Continue Reading →

Sink or Swim

Verse:  And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. (Philippians 2:8, New American Standard Bible)   When my kids were small, I took them to swim lessons. Trained instructors demonstrated how to perform each stroke. But there was something... Continue Reading →

Linda Lehman Sews for Children

This sweet lady came to my acquaintance a few months ago when I wrote her story for the Senior Living magazine. She has since offered me names of other people in her area that would make good profiles. Thanks for that, Linda! I’m sure you’ll see your friends’ stories in print soon! Linda’s story reveals... Continue Reading →

Testimonies of Long-Term Marriages

My husband, John, and I recently celebrated 32 years of marriage together. This article which I wrote for Lookout Magazine describes the long-term marriages of people we’ve known who have reflected Godly patience while living together. I post it here with hopes it will help other couples stay married. I just wish I had photos... Continue Reading →

Are you a spoon, fork or knife?

It is more blessed to give than to receive.  Acts 20: 35 ** My seven-year-old daughter, Lindsay, helped me set the table. “I’m glad I’m not a fork,” she suddenly announced. ‘What’s wrong with forks?” I asked. “Forks like to stab things, trying to get everything for themselves. It’s like they say, ‘Gimme, gimme’ all... Continue Reading →

Happy Father’s Day to my husband!

I constantly remind my kids to appreciate their dad. If not for him, they would have to hire someone to help them with FAFSA’s, chauffeur us to visit them, and find someone to keep track of me. With my head in the clouds much of the time with my writing he’s learned to adapt in... Continue Reading →

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