Blogs I Follow
-
Recent Posts
- No One Likes to Walk Through the Darkness March 26, 2018
- Making a Way for All Things New March 13, 2018
- Finding Joy, Even in the Midst of Struggle March 6, 2018
- My Passion and Me February 27, 2018
- The Life-Giving Force Called Community February 20, 2018
Category Archives: Renewal
Living Our Faith
Last Sunday I asked the congregation, “You are a new creature in Christ, so what are you going to do about it?” In asking the question, I hoped to spark an awareness that our faith requires us to not only … Continue reading
Posted in choices, Christianity, devotion, Faith, faith choices, God's presence, intentional worship, journey, joy, light, love, praise, purpose, redemption, Renewal, Service, Thanks, understanding, welcoming
Leave a comment
Advent and I
As the congregation of my church stood singing carols and decorating the Chrismon tree, I couldn’t help but give thanks for the customs that are part of my United Methodist heritage. I learned my earliest religious instruction in a tradition … Continue reading
Posted in choices, Christianity, Christmas, church, community, deliverance, devotion, Faith, faith choices, family, God's presence, hope, intentional worship, journey, joy, Lent, light, love, miraculous, purpose, redemption, Renewal, Salvation, Thanks, welcoming
Leave a comment
The Best Necklace in the Whole World
I was eleven years old, and my mission in life was to by my mother the best birthday gift possible. Her birthday was coming up, and I was desperate. My grandparents took me to a shopping mall in Houston, and I was … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, church, community, devotion, Faith, family, forgiveness, God's presence, healing, hope, journey, joy, light, loss, love, Mourn, praise, redemption, Renewal, revelation, Service, Thanks, Truth, understanding
Leave a comment
A Time to Remember
As I prepare for All Soul’s Sunday, I remember the incredible men and women that left a lasting legacy on my heart. I must admit that the Service of Remembrance is one of the most sacred of the church year. … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, family, God's presence, hope, journey, joy, light, love, Mourn, Parenting, praise, purpose, redemption, Renewal, understanding
Leave a comment
A Time to Remember the Incredible!
Last week I attended a retreat at Sacramento Methodist Assembly. The camp is located north of Cloudcroft, NM on top of a mountain. It is truly in the middle of nowhere. At night the stars seem to be so close … Continue reading
Posted in choices, Christianity, community, devotion, Faith, faith choices, God's presence, hope, intentional worship, journey, joy, light, miraculous, praise, psalms, purpose, redemption, Renewal, retreat, Thanks
Leave a comment
Freeing Yourself from Shame
Shame is more than a five letter word. It can hold you hostage and keep you completely locked within a prison of your making. For me, I carry shame for things that were not even my fault. The wounds pierce … Continue reading
Posted in choices, Christianity, community, deliverance, devotion, Faith, faith choices, forgiveness, God's presence, Grief, healing, hope, intentional worship, journey, joy, light, love, miraculous, praise, purpose, redemption, Renewal, Salvation, Truth, understanding
Leave a comment
He Remembers!
Last week was a little too crazy in my life, and so I did not post. My oldest son moved into his dorm last Tuesday. I am excited for him and look forward to all that he will accomplish while … Continue reading
Posted in community, deliverance, devotion, Faith, faith choices, family, God's presence, hope, intentional worship, journey, joy, light, love, Parenting, praise, purpose, Renewal, Thanks, Truth, understanding, welcoming
Leave a comment
Ah! The Joy of Being Human!
I must admit that I have a fear of being found out. I try everything I can to hide my weaknesses, and many times I am very successful. I can do this as along as I do not have to … Continue reading
Remember To Come Home
In just a few short weeks our family will experience a drastic change. My eldest son will be going off to college and leaving the nest. While he will only be a 45-minute car ride away, it could be thousands … Continue reading
The Power of a Candle
I will not deny that I am a person who has a reputation for being outgoing and very boisterous. I draw strength from being in the presence of others. If you have ever talked to me for two minutes, it … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, church, community, devotion, Faith, faith choices, God's presence, hope, journey, joy, light, love, praise, purpose, Renewal, Salvation, Service, Truth
Leave a comment
