“There are many of us that are willing to do great things for the Lord, but few of us are willing to do little things.” Dwight L. Moody Although Bruce and I have been blessed with many opportunities to minister this year, I remember when God first planted a seed in my heart to […]
As a teacher I have always been fascinated by the sciences. One day I was watching a large cluster of cumulus clouds floating in the sky. Over the years I’ve learned a great deal about these clouds. Fluffy, puffy, cumulus clouds are so very beautiful on a pretty spring day. As children I’m sure we’ve […]
Paul stated in Romans. “ I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do…….For I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out. “ (Romans 7:15&18) How well I understand that passage! Discipline, ugh, oh […]
Language, context and culture are significant in affecting our overall interpretation of scripture. Lets begin by using a cultural example. If our cultural blind spots affect our reading of the Bible, then they may also affect our application of the Bible. The story of The Prodigal Son serves as a perfect example. Americans tend to […]
Father, Thank You for the gifts that our children are to us. You said they are rewards from the Lord. (Psalms 127:3-4) We receive them today as gifts that have come from the Father of Lights with Whom there is no variation, no shadow cast by His turning. (James 1:17) We receive them […]
“I believe Lord, Help my unbelief!” The following scriptures are a combination of NIV and Amplified Bible: Proverbs 4:22 …for your Word is life to all those who attend to it and health and healing to all their flesh Psalm 107: 20…He sent forth His Word and healed them. As I […]
Our highest call is to fellowship with God, the acronym F-E-L-L-O-W-S-H-I-P. Which combines the three main prayer themes of gifts (power), fruit (character) and wisdom (insight) for our inner man (mind, emotions and will), into one prayer list with 10 specific prayer requests. “Truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus […]
Have you ever felt led to pray, but didn’t know exactly what to pray for? Communion with God is a crucial part of your spiritual growth and intimacy with our creator. Here are some helpful tips on establishing an overall prayer life. Think of praying for topics in 3 categories: Prayer for my personal […]
Viva Malta! The rocky island of Malta is home to some beautiful rustic recipes that sing of Mediterranean flavor and freshness. Maltese cuisine is peasant cuisine, using vegetables in season, homemade cheeses, and cheaper cuts of meat. Rissoles are a very popular dish in Malta and may be prepared with chicken, pork, beef or even […]
I love Chicken Marsala! It is one of my favorite recipes. Pounding the chicken cutlets before cooking renders them thin and terrifically tender. Deglazing the pan with Marsala and stock after cooking the chicken creates a quick, rich sauce. It’s a delightful meal rich with flavor and a sweet aroma that awakens the senses! Delicious!!! […]