For twelve years, we have grieved the earthly loss of our son, Joshua. After he ran ahead to Heaven, I scoured God’s word, longing to learn as much as I could about it. Scripture doesn’t tell us much about what it will be like. For whatever reason, God has chosen not to tell us much … Continue reading Glimpses of Heaven
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We are the Victors
I am a competitive person. If it’s a game I know that I can’t win, I don’t want to play. I want to feel like I at least have a chance at winning before I take a seat at the table. I don’t know many people who enjoy losing; although I do know some who … Continue reading We are the Victors
Eight Years and Learning
Joshua ran about this earth for 16 years. I say ran because “walked” sounds slow and without intent. He seemed to be everywhere all at the same time grinning that big ole grin of his and exuding love. He ran ahead to Heaven eight years ago today. It is so hard and God is so … Continue reading Eight Years and Learning
Living Between Two Worlds
Do you ever feel like you are caught between two worlds? The one where you are living and the one where you belong? You are. In Genesis when God created man and woman, He placed them in a garden and walked with them in the cool of the day. Did you catch that? We were … Continue reading Living Between Two Worlds
Heaven’s Newspaper
“Extra! Extra! Read all about it!” I have never personally walked down the street and heard those words, but I have seen it play out enough in movies to understand the context! Let’s sell the latest news! Let us tell you about the latest tragedy, criminal activity or disaster that is going to leave you … Continue reading Heaven’s Newspaper
Today is Hard
About this time last year, a heavy rain stick fell off the window sill in my classroom and hit my foot. I expected it to bruise, but it didn’t. In fact, there wasn’t a mark at all, nor did it have any impact on my ability to walk. But occasionally, when I moved a certain … Continue reading Today is Hard
Facebook Memories – the Blessing and the Curse
Do you get excited when you are scrolling through Facebook and that navy bar appears saying “See your memories”? Oh, I do! I can’t wait to see what pops up. Silly things my kids said or did, a fun family vacation that we kept in our digital journal, pictures that bring a smile, a memory … Continue reading Facebook Memories – the Blessing and the Curse
With Eyes on the Cross 