Not One of Us
While thinking about what to write today, a tale about a man attending a certain church for the first time came to mind. He had spruced himself up as well as he could that Sunday morning. His shirt with frayed … Continue reading →
Black, White, and Shades of Grey
Two people can observe the same incident but come away with different interpretations. Was it morally right? Who is to blame, if there is any blame to be had? Was that a helpful situation or a harmful one? Even … Continue reading →
The Jewish Carpenter
A remarkable elderly lady in our congregation had a unique ministry. Every week, a guard ushered her into a visiting room where she would counsel, love, and pray with women prisoners. She was a lady of steel out the outside … Continue reading →
Release Brings Healing
After I posted “God’s Fugue,” my friend Bob Zinnecker sent me this wonderful article about his wife’s faith walk while he battled cancer. Elaine Zinnecker’s story appeared in the September 2, 1984 issue of Evangel. It speaks so well … Continue reading →
God’s Fugue
Especially this year, some question why a perfect, loving God is allowing all this chaos. I’ve often heard God’s movements in time likened to the back of a tapestry. While it looks like a mess on the back, on the … Continue reading →
Called to Serve
When Covid restrictions were lifted several months ago, our pastor surveyed the congregation to determine how many would feel comfortable returning to worship in church. Were we “green light” people, “yellow light” people or stay-away for a long time “red … Continue reading →
The Formula
Many years ago, as members of the Sports Car Club of America, my husband and I attended races run by the Club in Watkins Glen, NY. I recall standing at the edge of the racetrack just before the start of … Continue reading →
God is Sovereign
My husband and I had no idea we were “dog people” until Molson loped into our lives. A German shepherd/huskie mix, Molson was on his way to the animal shelter when he took a detour into our home and hearts. … Continue reading →
Sukkot – Feast of Booths
Reading the Old Testament and studying Church history makes it clear that our Christian faith is deeply rooted in Judaism. Pastors declare the entire Old Testament points to the coming of Jesus. Messianic Jews frequently tell about coming to know … Continue reading →
Best Poetry Ever!
We have a talented poet in our writers’ group. Unfortunately, I’m not that skilled at interpreting that genre. Sometimes her poetry puzzles me, but it is always lyrical. But I think the best poetry (both understandable — even for … Continue reading →