The Wonder of God’s Christmas Presence (Part 2)
Today continues a three-part series of Christmas season posts thanking God for revealing Himself to us in Jesus. We've had a stretching fall at our house being extremely short-staffed with respite/caregiving support. For a few reasons (some known and some...
The Wonder of God’s Christmas Presence (Part 1)
I'm coming into this Christmas season wearier than usual on the caregiving front and wrestling a bit with fears about the future for our 16 year old daughter who has Angelman Syndrome. My life, like yours, is complicated and sometimes scary. I can't...
Nancy’s Glory Story from Mount Hood
Mark and Nancy have experienced some extreme life adventures. For example, Mark is a talented water skier and snow adventurer. Nancy is passionate about horses and riding. Their son, Brandon shared his parents love for outdoor sports, animals and the mountains....
Andrea’s Glory Story
We have all done things we've regretted. But have you ever needed a completely changed life? Today, my friend Andrea is sharing a memory about a time when she encountered God and it became a turning point for her. Together we're praying that her story gives you...
Let us show you how to ROCK a Fall Saturday afternoon!
One day, some folks began pondering how to create a feast of family-oriented fun, entertainment and encouragement, especially for those needing a little hope and refreshing. Since one of these conversations took place among music lovers over a meal, is it any wonder...
Jamieson’s “Toughest Struggles” Interview Re-Airs
A couple of years ago, Larry and I were invited to do an interview with WORDS TO LIVE BY RADIO. We shared about how we experienced God in the early years of Carly's life when disability was devastatingly new and we struggled to ask for help so Carly might...
Our Piano Glory Story
I'm speechless today. One family's sorrow has become another family's joy and answered prayers. We've been needing a piano upgrade but provision for it seemed impossible. Then an acquaintance posted on Facebook last week that her dad, very recently widowed, wanted to...
The Little Red Chair
'Tis is the season of transition to summer routines. School and church activities like Bible studies, small groups and children's programs are wrapping up. It's a perfect time of year to reflect on those who have had influence on our faith. There are...
A Personal Glory Story from Lisa
Today was the last meeting of the Bible study I've been participating in weekly since September 2013. I loved loved discovering more about how scripture hangs together from Genesis to Revelation while connecting on a heart level with new friends. At a pace...
Let’s Go ALL IN for an explosion of faith! #10,000Laborers
If I said you can play at a role in helping someone encounter a saving relationship with Jesus Christ THIS WEEKEND would you feel apathetic, scared, doubtful or excited?I want you invite you to join me in jumping out of a comfort zone. Maybe...