by Joanne | Nov 15, 2018 | Book Reviews
Chosen. The mere word reminds me of those days in gym class. All the kids are lined up and sides are being drawn up. With each selection, our breath is held as we wait to hear our name called. Our desire not to be the last one because then you really weren’t...
by Joanne | Oct 28, 2018 | Uncategorized
“A life devoted to things is a dead life, a stump; a God-shaped life is a flourishing tree.” (Proverbs 11:28, MSG) “When God tends your garden, you are guaranteed vibrant growth and lush foliage. You will be like a healthy and fruitful tree, giving...
by Joanne | Oct 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
Our third granddaughter entered the world nine weeks ago and we are just crazy over her. Each one of our granddaughters is unique in her own way, presenting us with experiences vastly different from the other. The wonder of watching a new life grow and develop never...
by Joanne | Sep 10, 2018 | Uncategorized
This is the fourth post in the study, The Power of the Word. Difficulties may not always be welcomed in our lives. Yet this week, Paul showed us how difficulties often serve purposes beyond our understanding. Arguing and division can serve a purpose. In reading Acts...
by Joanne | Apr 9, 2018 | Devoted Living
April is the month of a 30 day challenge for our online Bible Study group in Hello Mornings, meaning it is open to our choice of study. This week, we started our journey of Brave Faith, using the book by Mary Geisen as a guide. Our hope is to journey closer...