In my last post about foster care I finished with these words: ‘The untold stories of children in care break my heart. But they must break Christ’s even more. And this is why we who follow him need to respond … Continue reading →
Many states in the US are experiencing another cold and snowy winter. The snow is pure and breathtaking when it settles on tree limbs and front lawns. But it can be messy and bothersome as it fills parking lots and … Continue reading →
What’s the matter with young people today? If this is the future of our country, our nation is doomed. The trouble with kids today is… I can remember hearing statements like these when I was a teenager, 40+ years ago. … Continue reading →
March is National Reading Month. It is a time of celebration for book lovers. Although, truthfully, book lovers don’t need the calendar to encourage them to read. Some tweens, on the other hand, are not so thrilled to be in … Continue reading →
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. –Colossians 3:16 When you hear “Let the word of … Continue reading →
While in an airport restroom recently I overheard the following conversation between a sweet, patient mom (SPM) and someone who I assume was her crying, travel-weary toddler (TWT). The mom never once lost her cool or her kind voice with … Continue reading →