Some time ago, I read an intriguing novel called The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cakeby Aimee Bender. The story centers on a girl with a unique gift—the ability to taste the emotions and feelings woven into the food others prepare for her. Through flavors of joy, betrayal, fear, and loneliness, she uncovers hidden truths and gets…
Category: Faith
Monthly Motivation-He Directs Our Path
Monthly Motivation He Directs Our Path During my grandson Caleb’s spring break, we decided to visit a different museum each day for three days. At the first museum, there was a special exhibit featuring challenging mazes and puzzles. I’ll admit, I’m not great at navigating mazes, but we were eager to give it a try….
Monthly Motivation-Listen for the Whisper of God
In my lifetime, I have learned that two things are consistent. The first is that change is a part of life, and change will occur. Sometimes change is easy, and we welcome it, even pray for it. Sometimes change is challenging, and we wonder how we can escape the pain of it. The second and…
Happy New Year 2025
I chose this verse for New Year’s Day because it speaks of “future” and “hope.” Not only a future and a hope but a blessing wherein God says he plans to prosper and not harm us. Happy Day! Life is going to be a piece of cake from now on. I will have a ton…
Monthly Motivation-May Your Faith Be Stronger Than Your Fear
Monthly Motivation Sometimes, fear does get in our heads and in our way. The fear of failure, the fear of the unknown, and the doubt that we are incapable of success may block our progress. We will miss many opportunities if we listen to that negative voice. What does God say? “Have I not commanded…
Monthly Motivation-God’s Light Can Cut Through Our Darkness
God’s Light Cuts Through Our Darkness “Light can be seen even in the darkness. The light from the stars on a very dark night. The light from a lighthouse in the midnight hours. The light from a candle in a darkened room. The light from a fireplace on a cold winter evening. And,…
Monthly Motivation-Prayer-How Do You React When God Says “No”?
Does God answer all of our prayers? I think he does, but we may not always get the answer we want. I believe sometimes He says “yes” to our request, sometimes “no,” and at other times, the answer may be “not today.” I like this quote by CS Lewis… “We are not necessarily doubting that…
Monthly Motivation From Psalms-I Will Sing in the Shadow of Your Wings
Because of you, God, I will sing in the shadow of your wings! Thank you, Lord, for the shadow of your wings. Thank you that I find protection, fatherly encouragement, direction for my path, and your endless, unfailing love that can be found in the shadow of your wings. Thank you because you uphold…
Monthly Motivation-Be Still and Know-Trust
Be still and know that God walks beside you. As I think about the words contained in this scripture, the word “trust” comes to mind. Trust that no matter our circumstances God is in control. When I quote this scripture, I realize that I need to be still and relax, knowing that God will…
Monthly Motivation Falling Down is Not A Failure If You Get Back Up!
Have you ever failed at anything? I have. Have you ever fallen, either physically or figuratively, and felt you did not have the strength to keep on trying? I have. Have you ever felt lost or confused and did not have the motivation to even try to get out of the hole you have dug…