How many miles of ribbons does it take to make the donkeys festive?

What if Bethlehem celebrated the first Christmas like we celebrate Christmas today?
How many pounds of glitter to decorate the inns and stables?
How many miles of ribbons does it take to make the donkeys festive? What candle scent covers the “essence of shepherd”? How many pounds of sugar would the Judean women need to fill everyone’s tummies with too many sweets?

The Gift of Saltiness~Guest Post by Jennifer Elwood

Salt is good, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored?” – Luke 14:34, ES   Are tantalizing aromas trailing from your kitchen as we get closer to the end of the year? For us, the pandemic shut-down baking fad waned once our favorite places started opening up again. Fall …

Has the Roomba of Life Dragged You Into a Knotted Mess?

Has the Roomba of life ever dragged you into a knotted mess? Well, one Sunday afternoon, I tried to relax. I stood up and saw this scene. It looked so cozy and idyllic, and I planned to take this photo. I enjoyed my knitting….using the beautiful yarn bowl my siblings gave me…..coffee….in a favorite Fiesta …

When God Feels Small & My Problems Feel Big

I had some situations this week that left me feeling overwhelmed and defeated. I wanted to give up and hide in bed to avoid people, tears, and stress. I didn’t intend to make things all about me, but I felt so discouraged. I texted a trusted friend and started to write —-It’s too big Before …

God’s Steadfast Faithful Love Is A Promise To Hold

God’s steadfast faithful love to us is a promise to hold. Psalm 117:2 For great is his steadfast love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord! (ESV)Isn’t it a comfort to know that our God never changes? Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. (ESV) …