Israel: The Garden of Gethsemane and the Garden Tomb
The Garden of Gethsemane is the place where Jesus prayed three times asking God to “let this cup pass” from Him (Matthew 26:39). Each time, Jesus followed His plea with a request for His Father’s will to be done. While we weren’t allowed to step into the garden,...
Israel: Mount Carmel and the Kishon Valley
Mount Carmel, the very place where Elijah displayed God’s power to the prophets of Baal, is where I stood. The story is told in 1 Kings 18:16-45. Approximately three years prior to the showdown, Elijah had met with King Ahab to deliver a message from God, whose anger...
Israel: The Sea of Galilee
When I first laid eyes on the sparkling blue Sea of Galilee, I was amazed at how beautiful it is. This body of water is actually a freshwater lake with a circumference of 33 miles and an area of 64 square miles. This is the same sea Jesus walked on and stilled with a...
Shell-Shocked
I could see him through the glass in my backdoor because I have a clear view from my recliner. Bandit, my light brown Chihuahua and Terrier mix, was ready to come in. It was 9 pm Super Bowl Sunday evening, and I was watching the game. Wishing for a doggy door didn’t...
Pondering Time
Like many, I embrace the new year with hope for more joy than sorrow and success in accomplishing a list of goals. In the days leading up to a New Year’s Day, I typically reflect on the previous year, considering the good, the bad, and the ugly. This past year’s end...
Supernatural Protection
What comes to mind when you hear the word supernatural? Stories with supernatural elements spark my imagination. While the Travel Channel has much to offer on the subject, so does the Bible. The Bible is filled with examples of the supernatural from beginning to end....
God’s Sense of Humor
Laughter—a proven stress reliever. Have you ever heard the phrase “Laughter is the best medicine”? This axiom has biblical roots. A merry heart does good, like medicine. Proverbs 17:22 Laughter is also evidence of joy. In the book of Genesis you will find the story of...
Jigsaw Puzzle Meltdown
Many people discovered or rediscovered the fun of putting together jigsaw puzzles during the isolation days of the pandemic, but I’ve been enjoying jigsaw puzzle therapy for years. After a trying day or whenever I feel overwhelmed or cranky, focusing my attention on...
God’s Oxygen
Like many people, I bought an air fryer within the past year. I’ve used it primarily to cook chicken thighs, chicken wings, and hamburgers, but I recently learned its value in reheating foods. A couple of weeks ago I went to a grocery store at one of the busiest...Welcome
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