by Larry Wilson | Dec 9, 2024 | Communication, Newsletter, Pets and Faith, Refreshing Faith, Relationships
Tis the season of gift giving. Have you ever considered the gift of correction? Larry talks about the power of constructive correction. The Gift of Correction “Better is open rebuke than hidden love.” ~ Proverbs 27:5 (NIV) George Brett languished in the minor leagues...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jul 22, 2024 | Life skills, Relationships
One summer my aunt made homemade strawberry ice cream. Thick pink cream with bits of red strawberries dripped off the churn’s paddle she laid on a platter. We eagerly accepted our bowls to sample this picture-perfect treat. But one taste screamed something was wrong....
by Larry Wilson | Jul 15, 2024 | Betrayal, Newsletter, Relationships
There’s nothing better than enjoying a close relationship with one who knows and loves us. In fact, good relationships contribute to a healthy life and are a godly priority (Eccles. 4:9-12; Jn. 17:21). Disruption of a relationship through insensitive behavior causes...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jun 24, 2024 | Bible Study, Marriage, Personal Growth, Refreshing Faith, Relationships
“Debbie, you really stirred things up last night,” our missionary host said. “When you speak to the pastors’ wives, please don’t mention anything that deals with marriage relationships.” My eyes widened. Our host had explained the machismo mindset among the men of El...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jun 10, 2024 | Discernment, Refreshing Faith, Relationships
I took a moment to savor the soft morning light splashing rainbows off the chandelier’s crystal pendants and lighting the face of an orchid. My response intrigued me since the sliver of light peeking through my drapes the previous night had irritated me when I was...
by Larry Wilson | Apr 15, 2024 | Life skills, Newsletter, Refreshing Faith, Relationship with God, Relationships
Do you have a way of connecting spiritually with those you love? My husband Larry shares an exercise he uses with couples he counsels. “Holy Father, keep them in Your name, the name which You have given Me, that they may be one even as We are” (Jn 17:11 NASB 1995). Is...