For what are you giving thanks this Thanksgiving? Here's a lesson from our late, great yellow lab. Our lab Corrie knew the boundaries we’d set for her. No climbing on the furniture. She also knew our schedules. Sunday mornings the house emptied when we left for...
Those of us of a certain age can relate to my friend and fellow author Kim Henry as she shares her thoughts on aging. Enjoy her post and be sure to check out the link to the introduction to her new book Do I Still Matter, Secrets of Aging with Faith and Purpose. I...
Will you be celebrating the election results—or mourning? I care deeply about this election. As I’ve prayed and read my Bible, I discovered some good news—and a warning—whether my candidate wins or loses. I hope it will encourage you when your emotions threaten to run...
I love to unwind with a good book of fiction. That's why I'm delighted to have Susan G. Mathis back to introduce her new book, Julia's Joy. Here's Susan. Of all the characters in Julia’s Joy, Julia Collins holds a particularly cherished place in my heart. As a young...
Have you ever recognized a problem no one else seems to see or care about? You sound the alarm, and no one listens. How do we practice unwavering faith when facing problems we can’t control? 1 Samuel chapters 8-9 provide compelling examples of what to do—and what not...
I internally sighed watching my high school teacher joke with the football players and cheerleaders gathered around his desk while we ordinary students did busy work. I didn’t learn much biology that year. My teacher cared more about scoring points with the cool kids...
“I’m not voting in the 2024 election because neither candidate is good.” “I’ll write in a better choice than the two running.” “I want to send my party a message. Pick better candidates or lose my vote.” I’m sure you’ve heard, maybe echoed some of these phrases. As...
Marnie sat by her husband’s hospital bed, one hand holding his and the other wiping away tears. “Marnie.” James’ dark brown eyes looked deep into hers. “I know where I’m going. I’m fine. I need you to know you will be fine too. Since I can’t help you see that I want...
I'm glad I live in an area that has four seasons. I'm also thankful we don't have long, severe winters. Metaphorically, sometimes we must pass through difficult seasons of life. Today, AWSA sister and friend Dr. Evelyn Johnson-Taylor tells about what she learned going...
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