“For you have the poor with you always, and whenever you wish you may do them good; but Me you do not have always.” — Mark 14:7 (NKJV)[ A reminder that growth is a process: open blooms, fresh buds, and a little reminder to go out and share the sweetness of Christ. (Photo by Sara 2026)Continue reading “The Mums, the Perfume, and a Restless Mind”
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Plunge-Diving or Pilfering? A Lesson from the Pelicans of Robbie’s Dock
The Pelicans of Robbie’s Dock: A Lesson in Convenience vs. Character (Part 2) Last week we introduced ourselves to The Great Egret. This week, we take a peek into the Pelicans! In the wild, Brown Pelicans are famous for their incredible plunge-diving—they fly high over the ocean, spot a fish, and dive face-first into theContinue reading “Plunge-Diving or Pilfering? A Lesson from the Pelicans of Robbie’s Dock”
Pelicans, Egrets, and the Unveiled Face: A Lesson from Robbie’s Docks
“And all of us, with unveiled faces, seeing the glory of the Lord as though reflected in a mirror, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another; for this comes from the Lord, the Spirit.”— 2 Corinthians 3:18 “…let your light shine before others, that they may see your goodContinue reading “Pelicans, Egrets, and the Unveiled Face: A Lesson from Robbie’s Docks”
What a Mushroom Taught Me About Spiritual Wisdom
What a Mushroom Taught Me About Spiritual Wisdom For years, I have talked with my six-year-old granddaughter about angels. I’ve told her how they are always with us, walking beside her at school, protecting her, and watching over her as she sleeps at night. Like many grandparents, I regularly pray for wisdom and guidance. Teaching a young,Continue reading “What a Mushroom Taught Me About Spiritual Wisdom”
A Story tells a Story
But our God is in heaven; He does whatever He pleases. Their idols are silver and gold, The work of men’s hands. They have mouths, but they do not speak; Eyes they have, but they do not see;Psalms 115:3-5 NKJV The Palmist is contrasting the sovereign, living God who resides in heaven and acts freely—withContinue reading “A Story tells a Story”
Be Anxious for Nothing
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” (Philippians 4:6 NKJV) “and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (vs 7) “And, the God of peace will be with you!” What do IContinue reading “Be Anxious for Nothing”
The Road of Grace
But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me has not been in vain. On the contrary, I worked harder than any of them, though it was not I but the grace of God that is with me. 1 Corinthians 15:10 (NRSVUE) When I read these words ofContinue reading “The Road of Grace”
A lamp for our feet and light for our path
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. (Psalm 119:105 KJV) Autumn is approaching and my gardens are being guided by the shift. They know the seasons well here in Northern Virginia. After all, they come year after year. My yearly calendar seems to know the day, date andContinue reading “A lamp for our feet and light for our path”
Taking inventory of wonder
Taking inventory of wonder” is a famous phrase from the poem “Sabbaths – 1979, IV” by American farmer, poet, and environmental activist Wendell Berry. Berry died in Port Royal, Kentucky, on August 31, 2026, at the age of 92.. Following his death, The New York Times noted that Berry’s works had “extolled America’s agrarian past” and that his efforts “championed small familyContinue reading “Taking inventory of wonder”
Rock and Restore, my rocker
Today’s Scripture “I will extol you, my God and King,and bless your name forever and ever.Every day I will bless youand praise your name forever and ever.Great is the Lord and greatly to be praised;his greatness is unsearchable.” (Psalm 145:1–3 (NRSVUE) “Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a steadfast spirit withinContinue reading “Rock and Restore, my rocker”
