This happened last week, but was left unfinished. Dave and I both want to tell this story, because people need to know cancer is a beast, even if you know Jesus. But it's more bearable if you do! Currently, Dave's on his second round of chemo, and he's hanging in there. That wasn't the case … Continue reading 5/6 Dave’s Testimony: Hurricane Cancer Rages in the Eye of the Storm, Yet Blessings Rain Down
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4/25 Dave’s Testimony: Quilt of Valor… Covering Chemo with Prayers!
Monday was chemo day. Thousands have prayed for Dave's rare stage four intestinal cancer, discovered only a month ago. It's been a whirlwind, but God has been in every single detail. One thing Dave was dreading, was the chemo. Side effects can be vast and overwhelming. But here's what prayer does... God timed the weekend … Continue reading 4/25 Dave’s Testimony: Quilt of Valor… Covering Chemo with Prayers!
4/21 Dave’s Testimony: Prayers Weave a Greater Web than Cancer… Chemo Time
It's chemo time for my husband Dave, who is fighting a rare stage four intestinal cancer. It has spread all over inside his small intestine and beyond, within his stomach and colon. All biopsy and genetics tests are back. The source has been found to be the appendix. Ironically, it can't be removed, yet it's … Continue reading 4/21 Dave’s Testimony: Prayers Weave a Greater Web than Cancer… Chemo Time
Victory for Ukraine War by Biblical Day 40?
I’m not a prophet. But I’ve been watching the war closely, and in spite of the horrific losses, we’re seeing more and more success by the Ukrainians in defending their people and their country. People around the world have been praying for Ukraine and assisting them during this humanitarian crisis. So I’ve been wondering… Will … Continue reading Victory for Ukraine War by Biblical Day 40?
Letter from an American Mother… May God Give Glory to Ukraine!
Dear Ukraine, I cannot even fathom what you are going through. I can barely imagine the fear and anxiety, and utter despondence and despair which has gripped your people and country. I do know that God loves you and does not want you to be afraid. I see evidence that God is on your side. … Continue reading Letter from an American Mother… May God Give Glory to Ukraine!
Pray for Ukraine! 10 Biblical Reasons to Fight in the War
God is a God of Peace. At the same time, He recognizes that our world is full of evil, and there will be wars. When we are at war, there's no greater Ally than The Lord God Himself. Stand, fight, and take God to the battlefield with you. 1. Wars must happen. "When you hear … Continue reading Pray for Ukraine! 10 Biblical Reasons to Fight in the War
Boys at War… a Welcome Home Poem
I wrote this poem in 2003. So many U.S. Soldiers, both men and women, were leaving for Iraq, to fight in a war while the rest of us lived our lives in comfort and peace. My friend's son was one of the soldiers who fought in Iraq. I presented her with a copy of this … Continue reading Boys at War… a Welcome Home Poem
Pretty Ponies? A Mother’s “Short Tale”
Yesterday, my daughter asked if she could give one of her ponies a hair cut. We had given a trim to one of her My Little Pony pets before, so I agreed. I reminded her that the pony's hair couldn't grow back, and gave her a small pair of scissors, and a piece of cardstick … Continue reading Pretty Ponies? A Mother’s “Short Tale”
The Family that Prays Together…
Yesterday marked one week into my recovery from back surgery. God announced His goodness by giving me a beautiful, sunny spring day to enjoy! I was so happy and excited! My twin young men cleaned off the umbrella table, and untied the chairs which had been stored for the winter, hoisting them effortlessly onto the … Continue reading The Family that Prays Together…
10 Questions for Christians Marching for Causes (Series: Social Media Sadness, Badness, and Madness)
Who's right? Who's wrong? As a Christian, how do you know which causes to support, or if you should participate at all? So many people are going in so many different directions, including our brothers and sisters in Christ. There are genuine believers, wandering believers, young believers, old believers, sincere believers, rebellious believers, passionate believers, … Continue reading 10 Questions for Christians Marching for Causes (Series: Social Media Sadness, Badness, and Madness)