Soul cleansing

This devotion appealed to me because of the simple message – only by cleansing ourselves from sin can we be close to God. Photo: Matt Carrigan **  Psalm 51:1-10 "Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity…” v 2 In the movie, “South Pacific” Mitzi Gaynor sings, “I’m gonna wash that man right outa my hair.” The... Continue Reading →

Stories of Hope

  “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, among whom I am foremost of all.”  I Timothy 1:15   As a writer, I love to write stories of how God has worked in people’s lives. Donna and Thad divorced and later remarried when they allowed God to become central in their marriage. Joe... Continue Reading →

In the Midst of Fear

                                                                  This devotion came after I’d read a diary kept by a friend during a hiking trip to Europe years ago. From that same diary I wrote two more stories – both religious -- about Sharon’s thoughts and feelings during her stay in Europe. All were published with her permission and I gave her copies... Continue Reading →

Tempting!

This devotion is a true story that happened several years ago. It is a tragic story but one that ends with grace as only God can provide. I admire Peggy and her determination to let nothing mar her testimony for Christ. **  “And Jesus answered and said to him, “It is written, ‘You shall worship... Continue Reading →

Redeemed!

I wrote this devotion a few years ago. It has always been one of my favorites because I love the concept of being ‘redeemed’. We are truly worth nothing until God puts value in our lives with His love and forgiveness. Hard to understand but wonderful once it sinks in! Side note: My church used... Continue Reading →

Go Boldly for God

This is part of an article that appeared the first Sunday of January 2007 in The Lookout (Standard Publishing), a Christian weekly publication that my church subscribes to and provides for members. In the publishing industry The Lookout is called a “take-home paper” because that’s what people do with it – they take it home... Continue Reading →

Manger of Grace

                                                                                            This devotion was written as a skit for a seasonal religious publication. Writers train themselves to be observant of the world around them. This is especially true of seasons and celebrations. Editors are always on the lookout for meaningful expressions of sentiment for holidays like Christmas. This was inspired by a sermon heard at... Continue Reading →

Organize a Living and Giving Tree

I started my writing career composing how-to essays. Ideas were all around me. This is one I had heard a church execute. It seemed like an effective way of expressing Christ’s love at Christmas. If it’s too late for your church to put this plan into effect this year, keep it in mind for 2011.... Continue Reading →

Knives, Forks, and Spoons –Which One are You?

As a Christian, I believe in sharing my faith. Each Sunday a devotion will be posted here to help communicate God's love for each of us. ** "Now in Joppa there was a certain disciple named Tabitha (which translated in Greek is called Dorcas); this woman was abounding with deeds of kindness and charity, which she... Continue Reading →

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