I pulled down the lid of my ball cap, grateful my eyes were hidden by sunglasses. My husband got out of the car and placed the pink geraniums in a spot of sun near the front door of their house. The potted flowers were a surprise for my son and his new bride when they

  Do you have a chair in your house that fits you like an old shoe? My husband and I each have a designated, comfy chair in our living room—complete with a pillow and fleece throw—which we call “ours” personally. Whether talking, sharing a snack, or watching television, we never stray from our respective, appointed,

  How agreeable are you to “pivoting?” Perhaps you are one of those “fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants” folks, but if you are like me, you’re a planner. You develop a plan, implement a schedule, and execute your tasks like a boss according to that formulated plan. Not gonna lie—most often—I have an agenda. And when surprise curveballs interrupt

  Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. (1 Peter 4:10) Can you recall times when someone did something for you that impacted you in a positive way and you search out ways to return the favor? The little

We vacationed in Tennessee with our teenagers one late December. We wanted to spend Christmas in a cabin in the mountains and hopefully show our Florida kids some snow. To complete our holiday getaway, we sought out a Christmas Eve service to attend. Strolling downtown, we spotted a church on the main street boasting a

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.  Romans 15:13 (ESV) Tis the season for a flurry of decorating, baking, attending parties, sending cards, and frantic shopping. The festive holiday season appears all fun and