Lessons From Squirrels in the Apple Tree
Rather than picking up fallen apples on the ground (as our visiting deer do), the squirrels seem determined to get the fruit that seem impossible to reach in the apple tree.
9 Ways to Spring Clean Your Life
by Karen S. Roberts Tidy Up Your Life When you think of spring-cleaning, you probably think of that time of year where you go all out cleaning up your house. You might even move the fridge and sweep out all the nooks and crevices. What if you took that same idea, but instead of cleaning…
The Day Death Went Into the Grave
As a body went into the grave, grievers had no assurance that the victim of death would have life beyond the grave. Death brought hopelessness and darkness.
Who Are You Grateful For?
“I always thank my God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Corinthians 1:4, NIV Thanksgiving is Approaching It’s the season for thankfulness. We are approaching Thanksgiving, so gratitude to God and to others may be on our minds. Of course, gratitude should be a virtue that fills us…
Palm Sunday is a Day of Hope
On This Most Unusual Palm Sunday I am writing this on the most unusual Palm Sunday of my life. As COVID-19 spreads through the world, most of us have to stay home today instead of celebrating Palm Sunday at church. My own church has been having services on Facebook Live for three weeks and may…
The Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow
by Karen S. Roberts A devotional for St. Patrick’s Day Want to Find a Treasure? Almost anyone would love to find a treasure. When you were a kid, were you ever fascinated by tales of hidden treasure? My two youngest grandsons seem to be fascinated with the idea of finding a treasure. Sometimes…
Don’t Hang On to Your Old Leaves
I took this photo today, for I think you might have a hard time believing that any of last year’s leaves are still on that tree.
Spring Is Fighting to Take Over
In spite of today’s weather, I know one thing for sure – Spring weather is coming.
Eagerly Waiting
Just as kids have schoolwork to do until they finally get summer vacation, we too have work to do until that day when we will rest from our earthly labor to enjoy rest from our struggles here on earth.
Happy Birthday, Jesus!
Wish Jesus a Happy Birthday. Talk about Him with someone. Or post something on social media to acknowledge that you love and follow Him.
