Matthew 16:2–3. NIV—When the Pharisees and Sadducees demanded a miraculous sign from heaven, Jesus replied that they knew how to predict fair or stormy weather from a red sky. He then rebuked them, saying, “You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times.” Take a lookContinue reading “Great at Forecasting, Blind to the Present”
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The Mums, the Perfume, and a Restless Mind
“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”
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”
In the garden-Blind but now I see! Seeing but now I’m blind?
New Beginnings;
“Sometimes we can only find our true direction when we let the wind of change carry us.” —Mimi Novic This beautiful yet, maybe fearful, quote by Mimi Novic reminds us that resisting change often blocks our progress. Photo, Key West Florida by Chris Mar 2026 on a Sabbatical from surfing to Scuba Diving Nicodemus and JesusContinue reading “New Beginnings;”
A Sunset reveals many things
The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 (NRSV) What does a sunset reveal to you? Richard Rohr, In his book, “Just This,” considers how contemplative prayer allows us to release our thoughts, finding deeper wisdom and guidance: “Contemplation is a panoramic, receptiveContinue reading “A Sunset reveals many things”
One Another
John 13:34 (NIV): “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another”. John 15:12 (NIV): “My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you”. 1 John 4:7 (NIV): “Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves hasContinue reading “One Another”
The Light
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it” John 1:5 Jesus said; “And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.”Mark 16:15 NKJV
Cause your Face to Shine
“Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel, You who lead Joseph like a flock; You who dwell between the cherubim, shine forth! Before Ephraim, Benjamin, and Manasseh, Stir up Your strength, And come and save us! Restore us, O God; Cause Your face to shine, And we shall be saved! O Lord God of hosts, HowContinue reading “Cause your Face to Shine”
Unto us a Child is born;
“The people who walked in darknesshave seen a great light;those who lived in a land of deep darkness on them light has shined.”(Isaiah 9:2 (NRSVUE) “For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, MightyContinue reading “Unto us a Child is born;”
