The Power of a Story
We all love a good story. Good stories draw us in, entertain, and help us retain messages. Children are a great example of this premise. We have all had a child plead with us, “Tell me a story!” (and many times they want to hear it over and over again!). Throughout...
The “Fatherless” Father’s Day
Psalm 68:5; John 3:16; Matthew 19:14; Songs of Solomon 4:7 Father’s Day is often a joyous occasion, but for some, it can be a reminder of an empty place in their lives. I can remember not too long ago when Father’s Day was a day that I dreaded. A gaping hole left by...
6 Ways to Pray for Texas
Psalm 102:1-2 Hear my prayer, Lord; let my cry for help come to you. Do not hide your face from me when I am in distress. Turn your ear to me; when I call, answer me quickly. In the face of historic devastation in the middle of the heart land, Hurricane Harvey has...
Becoming A Woman of Influence
Proverbs 31:30 “Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.” This past spring, I had the honor to speak in a church on Mother’s Day morning. They asked if I would speak on the subject of Deborah from...
A Challenge to Anyone who Loves America
“The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.” James 5:16 Last fall, I had a unique opportunity, to take a Spiritual Heritage Tour in the US Capitol and then attend a dinner that followed. This tour and dinner was a once in a lifetime...