Welcome to Faith Connections Friday! As we come across roads in Scripture, we discover the people that traveled them were specifically placed there for an important purpose. Let’s consider a few. The road is called the Via Dolorosa, the Way of Suffering. It is the traditional road that Jesus walked on His way to Golgotha.… Continue reading Roads of Faith
Category: Excellence
Destination Roads
When you travel, do you focus on the destination or the road to get to the destination? In some places, the road is a worthy destination. Yes, roads are predominantly formed to reach a destination. They connect and intersect to get to a certain place by the best possible way. Yet, there are several famous… Continue reading Destination Roads
Sounds of Purest Praise
Welcome to Faith Connections Friday! One of the wishes on my bucket list is to witness hearing the sound of an animal “singing.” On our recent trip to Wyoming, that wish came true. What is the big deal? Well, to me, it is a way of hearing animals worship. Or maybe I’m just weird. Why?… Continue reading Sounds of Purest Praise
Sounds of Purest Laughter
What is it about a child’s laughter that warms your heart? Nearly four years ago, we had a life changing event—the birth of our first grandchild. Now, we have two perfectly angelic grandbabies and a third on the way! One of the most thrilling aspects of being a grandma is hearing those sweet babies’ laughter.… Continue reading Sounds of Purest Laughter
Mountain Top Fellowship
The places mentioned in the Bible are intriguing, especially when a place is repeated. Let’s recall what happened on these familiar mountains. The name Mount Moriah may not be that familiar but you may recognize what happened there. Mount Moriah is where Abraham went to sacrifice his only son, Isaac. However, the promised son was… Continue reading Mountain Top Fellowship
Which is best—the mountains or the water?
If you could vacation at the mountains or the water, which would you choose and why? Definitely the mountains! Why? This big city girl grew up in the heart of Texas. We did not travel further north than Oklahoma. So, I had never actually seen and experienced the mountains. My husband is from Virginia so… Continue reading Which is best—the mountains or the water?
The rewards of obedience
The story of Abram/Abraham is an example of obedience. God told Abram to pack his possessions, leave his home, and move his family to a place that was unfamiliar. He did not even know where he was going—and he obeyed. How are you challenged by Abram’s example? After fulfilling a long-awaited dream, I felt the… Continue reading The rewards of obedience
Obedience is not a bad word
Children are taught from a very young age to not do certain things that could hurt or endanger them. “Do not touch a hot stove.” “Look both ways before crossing a street to make sure no vehicles are coming.” As we mature, the do’s and don’ts increase. “Take the medication to reduce symptoms or cure… Continue reading Obedience is not a bad word
Parental Blessing
Welcome to Faith Connections Friday! Whether or not we have physical children, we all can influence others and younger generations. Parents teach their children how to live godly lives and prioritize God’s Word (Deut 6:4-9). In the gospels, we witness Jesus teaching and training His disciples. Paul was a spiritual father to Timothy. Each of… Continue reading Parental Blessing
Bittersweet Treasures
My husband and I recently finished a spectacular cross country road trip. At the end of our adventure, I flew to visit my son and his family for a few days and gave hubby the opportunity to finish the road trip solo to visit/hike other places on his bucket list. (Actually, I had not visited… Continue reading Bittersweet Treasures
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