Category Archives: religion
Thoughts for a Christmas Eve
Man’s maker was made man, that He, Ruler of the stars, might nurse at His mother’s breast; that the Bread might hunger, the Fountain thirst, the Light sleep, the Way be tired on its journey; that the Truth might be … Continue reading
A Thanksgiving Carol
Non nobis, non nobis, Domine Sed nomini tuo da gloriam. ...which in English means… Not to us, not to us, O Lord, But to your name give glory. This beautiful Latin text is based on Psalm 115:1. “Not unto us, … Continue reading
In My Seat~A Pilot’s Story from September 10th-11th
Remembering September 11, 2001.
Rev It Up!
Vacation Bible School is our church’s largest single outreach event of the year. Although our church has only 8 children of VBS age, we hosted a total of 91 children during last week’s VBS program! In the past I’ve helped … Continue reading
Zero and a Half
May 2, 2011: Today our baby is 6 months old. Happy Half Birthday, Silas Clark! We celebrated with half a cookie and half a candle.After dinner I spent some time lying on the living room floor next to Silas as … Continue reading
My Easter Basket
My basket had just one thing in it this year—a deliciously cute peep! We’re looking forward to teaching this little peep the meaning of Easter.Jesus Christ, God Incarnate, absorbed God’s wrath (that was righteously directed at us) by dying on … Continue reading
A Sunday for Celebrating
Sunday was an incredible day packed with blessings at Crossroad. Thinking about this blog, I realize that I haven’t been updating you on our ministry at church very often. This week I’m prompted to do just that as Sunday was … Continue reading
Lullaby
When putting Silas down for a nap, I often sing to him Believe Me, If All Those Endearing Young Charms. Besides being a soothing lullaby, I’ve found that the words of the song are a poignant reminder for me to … Continue reading
The Rebuke I Needed Today
Stephen sent me a link to this post, “Signs of Growing in Grace”. It is exactly what my sinful heart needs today. It speaks to my temptations. It reproves me of sins that stand well in my heart. Much to … Continue reading
Learning Compassion
I’m not naturally a compassionate person. I’m not. If you think I am, then I’ve either managed to put on a good front—or, better yet, maybe I’m improving in the compassion department (because I’m really trying!). I remember one time … Continue reading