”If you had known what these words mean, I desire mercy, not sacrifice, you would not have condemned the innocent.” [Matthew 12:7] Unlike the jungles of Africa the mission fields of the western world are found in the fields of business and commerce. Those of us …
Nana Nanny
I thought when I retired I would enjoy traveling, relaxing and doing things I couldn’t do while I was working. Instead, my days and nights are filled with unexpected interruptions. Four years ago I elected to retire early and move in with my daughter and …
My House is too Small..Why be Hospitable?
My house is too small. They won’t have a place to park. The carpets are always dirty. Sit on the floor? Are you kidding me? I can’t cook. What if I run out of things to say…… Why be hospitable? Do people even need your …
His Grace Can Heal
“I am my beloved’s And his desire is toward me.” Song of Solomon 7:10 Keeping the main thing the main thing means accepting ourselves as we are—but we are often more concerned with creating a self-improvement program for others than accepting our own weakness. Our …
Setting Boundaries with an Angry Spouse
Question: What should I do? I want a peaceful home, but there’s “anger fireworks” from my spouse, when I least expect it. Part One of the Answer: Never underestimate the power of one softened heart to influence the other heart. (Check out I Want a …
All That and a Bag of Chips
Picture a stadium scene. You are running a race. From the packed stands you hear the cries of many people. Some shout, “That’s a pipe dream, get real.” Others, “Prepare yourself for the worst.” Not to be outdone, another group whispers, “She’s not our type. …
What Can’t Be Argued
Bible verses are great, I mean for believers of course. For us, they either confirm something in which we believe, offer a source of comfort in the midst of pains, or give something to cling to when life’s stuff gets us down. But for those who …
Gluten-free Thai Noodle Salad with Chicken
Finding healthy recipes my four children will eat is more than a challenge, sometimes it seems impossible. When I came across Thai Noodle Salad with Chicken over on Stacy McDonald’s Your Sacred Calling blog it seemed like a fun one-bowl dinner my young’uns just might …
Mission: Hospitality
Last year, I experienced one of life’s major moments: I bought a home. As a single-again woman, I beamed with pride on closing day. For most of the five years after my divorce, I lived in a decent-sized apartment. But I didn’t let that stop …
No Longer a Slumdog
In his new book, No Longer a Slumdog, Gospel for Asia founder K.P. Yohannan describes the poignant moment the Lord opened his eyes to the forgotten children of India. “There were little children everywhere, a common sight at many busy corners in Bombay. Tourists are …