Category Archives: Joy

Cheesy Delights!

A few days ago I had the privilege of preparing a breakfast for thirty-something friends of mine.  And I loved it.  I arose in the early morning hours…. And yes, that does say what you think it says.  Next, I … Continue reading

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I Blew It!

Well, I did it.  I blew it.  I missed spending time in the Word of God twice this week.  Any why?  Because I was writing.  I chose to spend time enjoying one of God’s gifts, and writing is something I … Continue reading

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A House Inhabited

We praise what we love.  If we love ice cream, we praise it.  If we love potato salad, we praise it.  If we love beautiful things, we praise them.  But how often do we sit and think about praising God?  … Continue reading

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When God Changes Our Plans

Ever been in a situation where you had something you knew you had to do and no matter how hard you tried, the plans you laid just didn’t materialize?  I have.  It’s a difficult place to be.  It’s a particularly … Continue reading

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Wherever!

Normally, I try to restrain myself to posting just once a day but this is too good to pass up.  While reading my Bible this morning, I dissolved into spasms of laughter and here’s why. Dave and I are trying … Continue reading

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Augustine….On Joy

“How sweet all at once it was for me to be rid of those fruitless joys which I had once feared to lose…! You drove them from me, you who are the true, the sovereign joy.  You drove them from … Continue reading

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