In the past month I have read historical fiction that has taken me from Oklahoma to Avignon, France, and to England. Lisa Wingate’s novel, Shelterwood, finds its roots in Oklahoma history. The story has two timelines: 1909, shortly after Oklahoma became a state and 1990 when the bones of three…
At our women’s Bible study last night, we were discussing the book of Esther. The Jews all across the Persian Empire were in danger of being killed as a result of the edict that Haman wrote and sealed with the King’s signet ring. Mordecai asked Queen Esther to intervene, but…
As a nurse I have worked in labor/delivery units, neonatal intensive care and homebirth. Support for human life is deeply threaded through my experiences. When my son was gravely ill with leukemia, we fought for his life. To purposely kill new life is shocking to me. I am saddened when…
When I go to the library, I tend to pick fiction books over nonfiction. My favorite genre is historical fiction. I like a good story. It takes more effort for me to choose nonfiction. Recently I heard about a book written by Casey Means, M.D. and requested it. In the…
In this new year, my husband and I have begun a plan to read through the Bible in one year. Reading through Genesis we have come across Enoch and Noah. The text informs that both men walked with God. The phrase has stuck in my thoughts. What does it mean…
John F. Kennedy once said, "Children are the world's most valuable resource and its best hope for the future."
This post was first published in 2019 and has been edited. I’m wishing everyone a joy filled New Years’ Day and health in 2025! On New Year’s Day we like to sip coffee and enjoy cinnamon rolls while we watch the Rose Parade on TV. I have a recipe that…
Israel has experienced times of close relationship with God and times when they rebelled and strayed, leading to exile. God was steadfast in his love for them and merciful. For long ago in the days of David and Asaph there were directors of the singers, and there were songs of praise…
Each time I read the gospel of Luke, I see another detail in God's loving plan.
There is a legend about the virgin Mary and the rosemary bush. Her life took many twists and turns.