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EUCHARISTIC

The Christian life really is a journey. The imagery of hiking a trail really espouses the Christian journey. There is an entry point to the trail – for me it was when I was 16 and I said yes to Jesus. But that yes didn’t immediately culminate in total faith and dependence on Him. No,Continue reading “EUCHARISTIC”

It’s Not Complicated, Just Hard

Faith works by working faith (James 2:17). I mean, a soldier going into battle picks up his or her sword or gun and uses it to fight the enemy. Yes, he or she gets exhausted. Yes, he or she feels discouraged. Yes, he or she tires and thirsts, but he or she keeps fighting onContinue reading “It’s Not Complicated, Just Hard”

A Song For My Kids

I heard this song this morning for the first time and it really spoke what I feel regarding my children. So I share here the link for you to listen to and the lyrics. As a parent, I know I’ve failed my kids, just like his lyrics reflect in the third verse, and I desireContinue reading “A Song For My Kids”

Silent no more

My blog has been silent for a long while. To be honest, I’ve been struggling a bit with depression and unmotivation. I’ve also been pondering and praying about all that is going on in this country I live in – my heart grieves for the lack of justice provided to people of colour. I grieveContinue reading “Silent no more”

REST

I’ve been trying to sort my thoughts over all that is going on in the world, and specifically in the USA – the lack of leadership from the presidential office, the divisiveness and racism he exudes, the wrongful murder of George Floyd by a white police man, the pandemic, economic uncertainty, killer hornets, locusts invasionsContinue reading “REST”

BAHALA NA

I miss the bahala na attitude of the Philippines. While some could construe this as a fatalistic, pessimistic mindset, it’s real meaning is a resting trust in God’s providential leading and ordaining of circumstances. While living in the Philippines I witnessed many Filipino friends live out Jesus’ mandate to let today’s own troubles be sufficientContinue reading “BAHALA NA”

Caramel Corn

I enjoy baking. Yesterday I made a double batch of caramel corn for our family movie night. Thought I’d share the recipe with you! Caramel Popcorn 1 cup butter 2 cups brown sugar 1/2 cup corn syrup 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 5 quarts popped popcorn Preheat oven toContinue reading “Caramel Corn”

Turning 60

Today is my 60th birthday. My family had planned a party for me but with the state and nation in the throes of shelter-in-place that’s not happening. Between Covid-19 and turning 60 I feel emboldened to share stories from my life for encouragement to others, hope, and posterity. In the course of my life I’veContinue reading “Turning 60”

SpringTime

I really enjoy the ministry of Ken Boa. Today he put out a short video of beautiful spring flowers and Bible verses. I just wanted to share it with you all. https://spark.adobe.com/video/op4uZWp3SrLsd

An OPEN LETTER TO MY CHILDREN

In this time of social distancing, shelter-in-place, covid-19 pandemic, my thoughts go to wanting to make sure you, my children, know a few things from my momma-heart. You each have been the inspiration for me starting this blog. None of us know the number of our days, only God does (Psalm 90:12). So this isContinue reading “An OPEN LETTER TO MY CHILDREN”