Because of Grace we Press On
Jane Anderson A few days ago, I heard a song I hadn’t heard since Bush was President. I was soon smiling on the outside and skipping on the inside. “Happy” A few minutes later, another song reminded me, “Don’t worry. Be happy.” Is there a message here? I didn’t get the worry gene and, believe me, I … Read more
Love isn’t a matter of convenience, it’s a matter of compassion.
I’ve been thinking . . . It isn’t about football. On January 3, 2023, Buffalo Bills football player, Damar Hamlin, suffered a cardiac arrest on the field during a game with the Bengals. Even if you know nothing about football and don’t care about the sport, i doubt you can escape the solidarity of all … Read more
For the soul who loves Jesus, their last breath on earth is their first breath of celestial air in heaven.
A few months ago, while hiking a trail in the Keweenaw Peninsula of Upper Michigan, I noticed how effortlessly our group traversed the winding paths over rocks, under broken branches, through groves of trees, and along the water’s edge. What would have been a challenging route a hundred years ago today required little more than … Read more
Last week in an online community the host threw a virtual Christmas party. We filled the hour with fun and laughter, but also some remembrances of Christmas past. Getting back to that virtual party. Each of us shared one-sentence memories which our host, Ann Kroeker, compiled into poetry. Please listen to it here. Ann’s voice … Read more
I’ve been thinking … Life is complicated. On our way to becoming, we learn from each other how to navigate this thing called life. We first learned from parents, then from teachers, coaches and for those fortunate enough to partner up with one, a mentor who articulates important life-enhancing behaviors. We glean knowledge from listening … Read more
When I was in 8th grade my dad caved in to my mom’s insistence that we have a piano. Not a castoff or old upright, but brand new Kimball console. You might not think that’s strange, but as I watched the men from our church unload the monstrosity from the truck, I was as mystified … Read more
‘When you go out into the world, watch out for traffic, hold hands, and stick together.’ This is what friends do.
If you wonder, “What should I do today? How should I fill my active time?” Start here: Guard what you allow to get into your heart. Just be kind. Think before you act. Think before you speak.