Devotion for Monday after Advent 1

Genesis 1:26-31  (NASB) 26 Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; and let them rule over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the sky and over the cattle and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.” 27 … Read more

Devotion for the First Sunday in Advent

Isaiah 9:2-6 (NASB) 2 The people who walk in darkness Will see a great light; Those who live in a dark land, The light will shine on them. 3 You shall multiply the nation, You shall increase their gladness; They will be glad in Your presence As with the gladness of harvest, As men rejoice … Read more

International Day of the Bible

Today is the International Day of the Bible, when Christians are encouraged to post their favorite Bible verse on social media with the hashtag #BibleCelebration. I’ve posted recently about my Bible reading/sharing plan. There are so many wonderful verses that I love. But my favorite is easy to pick: Romans 8:28:  And we know that all … Read more

Writing Life Stories in November

Preserving Memories book cover

November is Family Stories Month and National Life Writing Month.  I remember as a young child my grandfather telling stories about his days as a cowboy. On holidays when the big extended family gathered to celebrate, he regaled us with his exploits. No one ever bothered to write the stories down. Grandpa was always telling his stories. … Read more

I Love to Write Day

Do you love to write? If so, be sure to write something today–I Love to Write Day. It’s a time to enjoy writing–a letter, the Great American Novel, a journal, a poem, or <fill-in-whatever-you’re-writing>. Whether you’re a professional writer or someone who writes for pleasure, enjoy doing something you love today–writing!

Adoption, Diabetes, and Military Families

November is a busy month. I have and will recognize some of the events individually, but I’m combining three important causes that are recognized this month. National Adoption Month: This year the focus is on adoption of older youth. Most people want a baby, but older children need families, too. Our son was eleven when … Read more

Veterans Day 2015

ALMIGHTY God, our heavenly Father, in whose hands are the living and the dead; We give thee thanks for all those thy servants who have served in the military of our country. Grant to them thy mercy, blessings, and the light of thy presence, that the good work which thou hast begun in them may … Read more

International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church

The International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church is observed on November 1st and November 8th. Lord God Almighty, we come to You on behalf of our persecuted brothers and sisters around the world. Let them feel Your love and mercy and grace. Give them strength to withstand persecution and courage to tell others about … Read more

National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month

Help! What Do I Do Now? cover

November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month. My first exposure to Alzheimer’s disease occurred in the late 1980s. My father, a very strong, intelligent, and independent man, started having episodes of confusion, memory loss, and changed behavior. When he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, none of us had ever heard of … Read more