Perhaps in part due to my upbringing and the “legalism” taught me during my formative Christian years, I spent most of my life with a paralyzing fear of God’s wrath. I struggled, failing to measure up in my own eyes. Overwhelmed by guilt, shame and fear; I could not believe that God truly loved me; … Continue reading “How to Overcome the Greatest Identity Crisis”
Early November 1998; as I walked into the breast center, there was a bounce in my step; certain the news would be good. After all, I had prayed and felt a great peace. Within thirty minutes, everything changed as I listened to the Doctor telling me the biopsy demonstrated a very aggressive cancer hidden behind … Continue reading “How Can Facing Death Bring New Life?”
Friday, I had worked very late into the night. There had been the emergency case I assisted with that lasted 7 hours. Once finished, it was 8:30 pm and I still had 3 and half hours of work to complete before I could leave. The next week I would be on vacation to spend times … Continue reading “Until My One Desire-A Sunday Poem”
The young church at Philippi heard of Paul’s imprisonment, sent Epaphroditus to comfort him, along with money and gifts. Certainly, a sacrificial act; however, they soon discovered that Epaphroditus fell ill. How could a loving God allow such a thing? Why would God allow Paul to be imprisoned and even possibly face death for preaching … Continue reading “When Is the Price Too Great to Pay?”
My Daddy was a very simple man. He did not concern himself with social status, nor what others thought of him. Instead, he worked very hard; providing for his family; yet, I knew him as a strong tower. Living in a world filled with division, my father viewed every man according to his own deeds; … Continue reading “Daddy, I Thank You-One Poetic Tribute of Love”
