It can be difficult to care for someone when we are at odds with their point of view. But I encourage you: remember your common ground. Remember the ties that bind you together. Remember your history with this person....
Edna says, “First, I lost my mom, then four years later my husband and then three years after that my dad died. I feel so lost. I have no one. I sometimes feel that God has forgotten me. Where do I turn?" God...
Often when asked, “What may I do to help you?” most people are hesitant. “Oh, nothing, really,” they say. “I’m fine.” (Perhaps they aren’t sure themselves, can’t make a decision, or don’t want to inconvenience...
There is an old Chinese tale about the woman whose only son died. In her grief, she went to the Holy man and said, “What prayers, what magical incantations do you have to bring my son back to life?” Instead of...
Start now and create the best kind of Valentine's card for your spouse or friend. Here is how: Purchase a beautiful card which is blank inside, or just use whatever paper is available. Believe me, it isn’t the paper...
What is one of the most wonderful gifts you can give another person?
You don’t have to go to the mall to buy it. It’s free, and it is one of the most powerful ways to be God’s “light” to those who are suffering. What is this wonderful gift? It is listening, really listening to another person. Hearing his or her story and helping the person tell his or her story.
Recently I watched the movie, “Selma,” which tells the story of the 1965 civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, in search of equal voting rights. I remember many horrific scenes and words spoken, but...
There is always a lot to be thankful for, if you take the time to look. For example, I’m sitting here thinking of how nice it is that wrinkles don’t hurt. –Author Unknown Ann Voskamp wonders, “How do we find joy in...
