Something about a round compacted patty that’s suppose to look like a burger but is in fact veggies is not appealing in the least to me. I know some of you are probably fans of those sandwiches, so please don’t be upset when I say …
For All the Marbles
The expression that nature abhors a vacuum is especially true as we age: clutter, both material and mental, expands to fill our time and our lives. Those of us who are often in e-mail can attest to that as our boxes fill up frequently. A …
Come Weary Saints Review, Free Download, & Giveaway!
“Oh that all of our problems would end the moment we give our lives to Christ. After all, the problem of sin – our separation from God – has been solved through the blood of Jesus Christ. But we still get sick. Marriages end. Children …
California or Sushi Rolls
This is a recipe that even my sons like to make on their own. It’s easy, cheap, and quite healthy. The green wrap might take a bit of getting used to if it is new to you and your family, but with great fillings just about …
Family Game Nights
My family enjoys our regular family game nights. We try to set aside one night a week to sit around the table together, laughing and making memories. Sometimes we let our kids choose the games, and other nights it is parents’ choice. We all look …
Healing Conflict in Church
In 1995, Bob wrote a book called Love in Action: Healing Conflict in Your Church (Multnomah Publishing Company). The book encourages us to become agents of reconciliation in our churches and relationships. One chapter was satirically named, “Ten Ways to Split Your Church.” Step One: …
Designer Placemats: Perfect for Picnics & Gift Giving
With spring in full swing and summer ahead, we will be enjoying parties outdoors. Simplify the picnic setup by combining the silverware, napkin and placemat into one designer bundle. With five, six-inch straight stitches you can make these functional placemats. They are wonderful gifts for …
Just Words
They’re only words. This statement from my seventeen-year-old son, and the agreement of my fourteen-year-old daughter are what lit a fire under me with regard to the use of certain four letter words. I wondered how we got to this place of complacency and acceptance, …
Easter Redemption Story
My only hope is that through this Easter redemption story, the grace and love and majesty of the Lord Jesus Christ may burst through the clouds of our souls and shine with a radiant intensity that will wake us up once again to His eternal …
Fools
In the early 1800s as Henry Ward Beecher stepped up to the podium of Plymouth Church to preach, he found a letter awaiting him. He opened it and found it contained only one word: “Fool.” With becoming seriousness he announced to the church the contents …