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Light (An Advent Story of Hope)

 Hello there. Whether you have come here with intention or by happenstance, welcome. There is always a place for you here. I believe with my whole heart that we...

An Unexpected Present (An Unexpected Advent)

For the Mighty One has done great things for me;         holy is God’s name! From generation to generation,         God’s lovingkindness endures         for those who revere Him. Luke 1:49-50 VOICE...

An Unexpected Joy (An Unexpected Advent)

Instead, You direct me on the path that leads to a beautiful life. As I walk with You, the pleasures are never-ending, and I know true joy and contentment. Psalm 16:11 Get to...

An Unexpected Peace (An Unexpected Advent)

Eternal One, You are preparing peace for us; in fact, everything we have accomplished has come from You. Isaiah 26:12 VOICE Meet Rahab in scripture. You’ll find her here...

Hope (Advent)

The heart rests on two picture books, the glow of a candle calling out its design. It was a treasure found in Kenya on one of my latest journeys....

Hope. Love. Joy. Peace. And Christmas.

As I write this little letter, Brad is stoking the fire in the living room. He’s got a pot of chili cooking, which heralds cold weather and something that...

The Beauty of Expectancy.

In the days in-between the glorious moments of beautiful birth and humble offering, the days before what had been promised and prophesied was revealed to all – the world...

The World Inside.

But for forty days, save a few hours of guests stopping by, it was just Mary and Joseph and Jesus. I wonder what life was like in those forty...