An unusual thing happened today. It snowed. Which means that quite possibly for the very first time in my life I will experience a true “white Christmas.” The snow began sometime between noon and 1, while my children were eating lunch. I was standing in the kitchen making sandwiches, and Trey asked if it was… Continue reading I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas
Category: The Bible tells me so
Discussions of religion and the church, both global and local. News stories of interest relating to Christian life and Biblical truth. Thoughts on contemporary Christianity, daily applications and lessons learned, and even a little good ol’ preachin!
I am Second: Mary’s Story
I am Second. Those of you in the Dallas area have probably seen the billboards, heard the radio ads, watched the tv spots, or perhaps even ventured to the website. For those of you outside the Metroplex, I am Second simply reflects a lifestyle characterized by God is first. Today, our church began a new… Continue reading I am Second: Mary’s Story
Lessons from The Big Guy
It’s that time of year again. That time to go see The Big Guy himself: the jolly old man with the twinkle in his eye and the furry red suit. It’s time to go see Santa! We have visited the same Santa every year since Trey’s first Christmas. As far as our family is concerned,… Continue reading Lessons from The Big Guy
Contemplating Figs
I’ve been thinking about figs a lot recently. Well, one in particular. My fig. I don’t even know if I like figs, really. I mean, sure, I like them when they’re made into a paste and spread on top of foamy little cake rolls and sold in little plastic trays in the grocery store. But… Continue reading Contemplating Figs
Beauty Is…
That is the title of this year’s PTA Reflections contest. As a teacher, I did my duty to inform the students and parents about the reflections contest…but never anything more than that. And for the past 5 years as a parent of a school-aged child, I would read through the packet of information, become quickly… Continue reading Beauty Is…
Fearless Few
I have a friend from church who has been on an amazing creative journey recently. I keep up with her blog and followed her as she’s struggled through this entire process. And though she may not be thrilled with the final product, it is good nonetheless. Thought-provoking, stirring, inspiring, challenging. To both of the JT’s… Continue reading Fearless Few
Please…DO send me to Africa!
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITmHLf1DB_0&NR=1[/youtube] For years, that was my feeling whenever I was challenged to “go on mission†with God. I was afraid of where He might send me. To be honest, I’ve been secretly grateful that He has given me opportunities to serve Him in the comforts and conveniences of suburban life. However, in recent months I’ve… Continue reading Please…DO send me to Africa!
And a child shall lead them…
Today I had the most interesting discussion with my 6-year-old daughter on the way to church. It went something like this: Crisana: Mom, who wrote the book of Matthew? Me: Jesus’ disciple, Matthew. Crisana: Wow….(pauses for a moment to collect her thoughts and do some more “research”)…Luke wrote Luke and he was a doctor! Me:… Continue reading And a child shall lead them…
Lessons from the Web
I find God in the most unusual of places. Like in Charlotte’s Web. I began reading it to “my” second graders on the first day of school, and just finished it earlier this week. I’m sure E.B. White did not write this book to be some sort of spiritual guide. I’m sure he didn’t have… Continue reading Lessons from the Web
An Open Letter
Dear Dad, I can’t believe it’s been 12 years since I last saw you. Sometimes it seems like much longer ago, and other times it seems more recent. But the heartache of missing you and sharing life with you doesn’t ever truly go away. I’ll say it: I hate that you’re gone. I know God… Continue reading An Open Letter