For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning. Psalm 30:5 (ESV) The phrase “joy is a form of resistance” emphasizes the idea that experiencing and expressing joy can be a powerful act of defiance against adversity, oppression, or despair. It suggests that joy is not… Read More
A Life’s Worth of Parenting
Grandparenting begins with parenting,but parenting doesn’t end with grandparenting. The constant needs of toddlers, to the sass and angst of junior high,and the eye-rolling or still-a-kidness of teens gives way to young adultswho know all the right ways to do things. Consistent adulting takes its toll, on your grownup kids,and parents help fill the gaps,… Read More
Live Life Laughing
What’s a lawyer’s favorite alcoholic drink?Subpeona Coladas Did you hear about the detective who dropped his phone?He cracked the case. How does a cucumber become a pickle?He goes throught a jarring experience.
Bible Doodle: Zephanian 3:19b
Are you down in the dumps? Are you afraid? Are you discouraged with life? Praise God. If you just can’t think of anything, read a psalm, sing a hymn, do the motions to an old Sunday School tune and belt it out. Keep going. Remember all the things He has done for you. Say thank… Read More
Begin with Praise
Someone walked by my table in the coffee shop and asked, “How are you?”I answered, “I’m good, thanks.”“Glad to hear it,” he said in passing. “Am I really?” I asked myself, looking at my hand and remembered:Thumb: Praise God in every situation.Pointer: and my faith will ignite and burn brightly,Tall Finger: so that I can… Read More
Live Life Laughing
Do you know why British people all pronounce the word as “Bri’ish?”Because they drank all the “t” Every day I take my cow and a walk through the vineyard.I herd it through the grapevine. Penguins produce an oil that helps their feather retain warmth.So, it follows that an oily bird gets the warm. Doctor: Do… Read More
Bible Doodle: Psalm 19:14
The only way this can be true is by accepting Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior, conversing with Him every day, and lean into the Holy Spirit who lives in me. Thank you, God, for your grace and love.
