by lijadmin | Jan 1, 2018 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
LUKE 2:19 “But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.” Not yet even a teenager, never known a man intimately, betrothed to the one she loves, awaiting a marriage in the future with wonderful anticipation of life full of joy and...
by lijadmin | Dec 19, 2017 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
Just Jesus Stories, Part 4 During the month of December my blog at perfectionroad.com deviated from the norm and has been devoted to “Just Jesus Stories” in celebration of Jesus’ birth. Each of these fictional stories is based on historical events in the life of...
by lijadmin | Dec 12, 2017 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
Christmas Spirit The snow was beautiful and very unexpected. Yes, we were told it was possible but we didn’t believe it would be as much and as picturesque. Many posted pictures on Facebook and commented on how the snow added to their exuberance. I think that snow...
by lijadmin | Nov 22, 2017 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
Yesterday morning in our worship service our pastor asked our congregation to name some things they were thankful for this year. At first there was only silence because shouting out things in church can sometimes be awkward, but finally people started responding. “I’m...
by lijadmin | Nov 13, 2017 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
“Wait for the Lord; be strong and courageous. Wait for the Lord.” Psalms 27:14 Are you waiting for God to answer a specific prayer? Have you felt like it has been one of the most difficult things to do? In your waiting have you grown impatient or bitter? Waiting is so...
by lijadmin | Sep 25, 2017 | Christian Faith, Hope, & Love
I don’t know about you, but I must have whispered hundreds of wishes as a child. Dandelions were abundant on our family farm. The small white puffs dotted the rich green grass, inviting me to bend down, pluck one, and blow with all my might. I carefully made my wish,...
