by lijadmin | Jun 13, 2021 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
If you listen to playing children for very long, you’ll most likely hear the words, “That’s not fair!” Exasperated parents often respond with, “I’m sorry, but life’s not always fair.” If we’re honest, even as adults, it’s easy to fall into the “that’s not fair” trap....
by lijadmin | Jun 6, 2021 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
The first week of June is the most special week for me of the whole year! It’s my and Larry’s anniversary and our only beloved son Zack’s birthday. We celebrated our 49th wedding anniversary on June 2nd, and today, June 6th, is Zack’s birthday. As I reflect, I...
by lijadmin | May 30, 2021 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
Have you ever thought about the story of the woman with the issue of blood in the book of Matthew in the Bible? This dear woman had been sick with hemorrhaging for twelve long years. She had gone to many doctors and spent everything she had to get well but was still...
by lijadmin | May 23, 2021 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
I was an exceptionally good party planner for my children’s birthdays. I went all out to make their day memorable. I learned to create specialty cakes just because I wanted their day to be about what they desired. I made sure they had gifts that were just what they...
by lijadmin | May 16, 2021 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
As I looked to my left, I could see a family of geese waddling their way to the edge of the water and sliding in the crisp lake with ease. I looked to the right and saw two turtles sunbathing on a rock. I closed my eyes, and I could hear a multitude of different birds...