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 | Jul 8, 2024 | Bible Study, Life skills, Refreshing Faith
Sizzling North Carolina temperatures this July 4th proved too much for our air conditioner. Our dog Strider pawed his favorite air vent on the normally cool pine kitchen floor, trying to coax it to release cool air. Larry texted our A/C man. He was at the...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jul 1, 2024 | Bible Study, Ministry, Refreshing Faith, Spiritual Growth
One year my husband and I decided to start the new year with a detox diet. I bought the cookbook, and together we shopped for the natural ingredients we’d be eating. The diet included a variety of good foods, so it didn’t look too difficult. But the detox banned one...
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...
