by lijadmin | Jan 5, 2025 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
I’ve never really been someone who sets New Year’s resolutions. Probably because of the rare times that I did, the goal or resolution was a bust by the end of January. This would usually lead to more disappointment and self-loathing, so I decided that...
by lijadmin | Dec 29, 2024 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
Growing up, I always thought lighting the candles in December was just some religious tradition. I really didn’t get that Advent meant so much more. The word “Advent” comes from the Latin term *Adventus*, meaning “Arrival!” or...
by lijadmin | Dec 22, 2024 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
Christmas is finally here. It’s a busy time for most folks, but what joy! I love all things Christmas. It brings me immense joy to consider which gift a loved one might fancy, decorate my home in festive colors, string beautiful lights, and bake those special...
by lijadmin | Dec 15, 2024 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
Where is your mission field? I once had a dream in my heart to go to Africa; I was set on it. I believed it was where God was sending me. Just when the plan started coming together, life happened, and things changed. Now, I say life happened, but what really happened...
by lijadmin | Dec 8, 2024 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
Be a Bridge-Builder As the end of another year rapidly approaches, I see it as a good time to reflect on the days that have passed and as a time to look forward to what may come in the year ahead. Previously, as I have in the years gone by, I think about the...
by lijadmin | Nov 24, 2024 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
Learning the proper use of nouns and verbs in English class comes easily for most fifth graders. Spot jumped. Jane ran. Jack laughed. Easy peasy, right? Yet, throw in a few adjectives, adverbs, and some pesky prepositions, and watch things get a little squirrely. That...
