Under Construction

Under Construction

This morning I sat down for my morning devotions.  I’d just finished reading in Judges, so I was up for a new book to start.  Said a quick prayer and Philippians came to mind.  Most of my life I’ve been a little more systematic in my approach to Bible...
Stepping into Freedom

Stepping into Freedom

I love that my church prays!  We have prayed often over the last two years.  We’ve prayed about many things.  We are seeking to be led by the Spirit of God in all areas. So that means we are called to pray about all areas. Each year we receive a...
Lessons from Psalm 23

Lessons from Psalm 23

WHEW!!!  What a busy last month!!!  In addition to Christmas and New Years, I had two sons graduate college.   One son moved cross country.  My other son started a new job.  Had a family vacation with twelve family members.   Not to mention the normal day to day...

Are You A Martha Intercessor?

Tonight I had the great joy of spending an hour talking and praying with my friend, Sheila Straka. Sheila has been sounding the alarm to pray over the Fox River Valley for the last three decades. She is an incredible woman of God who is serious about her time with the...
Lessons from Lime Pickles

Lessons from Lime Pickles

My Grandma was an amazing cook!  Holidays were always a treat!  She wasn’t a fancy cook, but she cooked with love.  Every meal was filled down home goodness! One of her signature items was Lime Pickles.  These pickles were special! They had a sweet flavor but...

When You Walk Into the Room

Tonight I had the pleasure of visiting one of the many great churches in our area.  I love that Bethel Church Valparaiso has service in the afternoon  It allows us “double-dippers” the chance to be saturated in the presence of God twice in one...