Have you ever been disappointed by someone who couldn't keep their promise to you? The other day I dealt with such an issue. I received word that something would not happen and was asked …
What is Your Good Report?
"Nothing worrisome" was the ENT doctor's good report of my recent visit. My heart started turning cartwheels at those words. Yay! No cancer! My experience with tongue cancer began in 2003 when I had …
Seven Tips to Prepare for Christmas
Prepare for Christmas! Tis the season for massive to-do lists, increased spending, and high expectations. The decorating and shopping have begun. Family get-togethers are formulating. It is easy to …
Epic Grace
There's a lot of grace on my desk today. My coffee mug and recent book I read remind me to keep looking for God's grace. That's what I love to do on the GraceNotes blog. The book, Epic Grace: …
God’s Heart
Driving on the Interstate, I caught of glimpse of love in the clouds. Can you see the heart? It reminded me of the extent of the love in God's heart, which is higher than the heavens. These verses …
Spiritual Sluggishness in the Heat and Humidity
Stepping outside, the heat and humidity caused my glasses to fog over, temporarily blurring my vision. A few seconds later my sight was once again clear. The heavy air was oppressive. I also …
Snapshots of God’s Grace
Snapshots of God's grace in summer. From watching our grandson for a week to having a vacation in the hills of Tennessee, these summer experiences and snapshots of God's grace have refreshed my …
Celebrating Resurrection Week, Part 2
Reflections on the Resurrection (continued from the previous post) Consider these additional blessings as a result of the Resurrection: 1. The Resurrection brings us triumph over death. We do not …
Stressed or Blessed? A Time to Prepare
‘Prepare the way of the Lord!’ Spoken by the prophet Isaiah about the coming Messiah (Isaiah 40:3), these words led the way to change the world. This verse is quoted in every gospel. What needed …