We just finished re-storing an old antique table that our kids gave us. They know my love for re-storing old things, so instead of throwing it out, they asked if I wanted it. I jumped at the chance, seeing the beauty and craftsmanship in the tired, weathered piece. It was a mess when we got it! Dust, cobwebs, spiders, veneer peeling off in spots; dry, colorless…downright ugly and ready for the trash…in most eyes, that is. But I saw what it once was, and what it could be again with a little TLC. Read more…
Dwayne
The other day, our family was on our way to the grocery store. We had no sooner turned the corner, and Mike and I saw a man sprawled out on the grass, his cane lying beside him. Mike stopped, I jumped out and ran over to the man. I thought he was dead! He didn’t twitch a muscle as I approached him. “Sir…Sir! …Can you hear me?” Nothing. I didn’t know if I should touch him, move him, check his pulse…or just leave him alone. Read more…
Edit Me
Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. – Psalm 139:23-24
I went to a Bible Study the other night. Upon arriving, the hostess handed out some quotes. The first one I looked at started out with the words: “Lord, edit me…”
Now, I’m not a believer in coincidence…I KNOW that God makes all things happen at certain times for His purpose! And, considering the conversation I had in the car with my friend…I’d say HE was listening. Read more…