"And her offspring will crush the head of the serpent…" (Genesis 3:15) The opening three chapters of Genesis are known to most of us for their purpose in describing the origin of life, and establishing the character of God as creator. The depth of these few chapters; however, is as unending as God ... read more
Wounded by “Christians”
There are so many stories. They pile up and run over and leave aching sorrow behind. And sometimes I think the hurt that grieves God the most is that which is inflicted by believers. We speak so rashly, words slashing and leaving bloodied hearts behind. We're broken human beings, but unfortunately, ... read more
Real-Life Love Stories to Give You Hope While You Wait
Why do I love reading love stories that really happened? Is it the part of me that enjoys real butter, homemade bread, chicken soup from scratch . . . or the fact that a little suffering creates a great big desire for authenticity? Most of all, I think it’s the fact that true stories show me another ... read more
a life well lived
I had the pleasure to be with grandma through five of her last days. My arrival from the opposite side of the country was unplanned, but a welcome season of togetherness. She didn't really know I was there -- most of the time, anyway -- and when she did acknowledge my presence, it was only as a ... read more
Glory Revealed
There is singing as we slip in the back. We’re late, which is normal for evening services. The cows can only be milked so fast and we can only start so early.The congregation is singing, “Low in the grave He lay, Jesus my Savior…”Our bench soon fills with other farmers, also late with ... read more
5 Things to Remember {when the doctor says you’ll never be a mom}
I still remember the doctor looking at me over the top of her glasses. "What this means," she explained, "is that it is very probable you will never bear children."And something inside me just withered up and died right there.I stumbled through weeks, then months, and then years before I ... read more
Every Bitter Thing is Sweet
Yesterday, I sat in a dentist's waiting room, while the clock ticked two hours past my appointment time. It was packed: at least a dozen people sat waiting, watching TV with Hebrew subtitles, while the dentist punctuated the subdued murmur with repeated cries for his very busy secretary, and I tried ... read more
