by Debbie W. Wilson | Dec 16, 2024 | Battles, Christmas, Faith, Refreshing Faith, Refreshing Relationships, Stress, Trusting God
Do you remember the “Wet Bandits” in the original “Home Alone” movie? I’ve met another kind of bandit that cases our homes—the Christmas bandits. In a familiar parable, Jesus described four types of soil that show how our heart condition determines whether the...
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 Guest Post | Dec 2, 2024 | Christmas, New Book
Do you know how the candy cane relates to the true meaning of Christmas? Fellow author and blogger Annie Yorty shares an excerpt from her delightful new book 25 Symbols of Christmas: Finding Jesus. Her book explains the meaning of the familiar symbols that surround us...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Nov 25, 2024 | Thanksgiving
Larry and I want to pause this Thanksgiving to say how thankful we are for you. Some of you read, comment, and share our blog. Others support Lighthouse Ministries with your gifts, prayers, and encouragement. Thank you, so very much. Below are some links to resources...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Nov 18, 2024 | Faith, Relationship with God, Thanksgiving
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...