The Quiet Lecture A Life Parable ~A fictionalized true event~ The phone rang, breaking the silence of night. Keeping her eyes closed, Andi rolled over to pick up her smart phone. She swiped across the screen. “Hello?” “Andi?” Her eyes flew open. What was her manager calling about at this hour? “Weren’t you supposed to […]
Carrying One Another’s Burden
photo credit: www.freedigitalphotos.net Running the Race A Life Parable (Fiction) by Angela D. Meyer I struggled to keep up with the rest of the runners. Why did I enter this race? I’ll never make it. I’m no good at this running stuff. I slowed my pace, about convinced to quit when a voice speaks from behind. A […]
Hold On, God
Today, guest blogger, Janet Brown, shares a devotional about God’s helping hand. photo credit: www.freedigitalphotos.net “For I the Lord thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.” Isaiah 41:13 My oldest daughter and son-in-law bought an inside basketball goal for our first grandchild, their niece. We put […]
Looking Back
Whether we look back over a year or a lifetime, it is man’s tendency to consider life as not enough. It holds such disappointments in memory that we scramble to make better plans for the future. From the temptation in the garden until now when the serpent whispered in Eve’s ear, “Don’t you want more? […]
The Response of Gratitude
But by the grace of God I am what I am…1 Corinthians 15:10 Telling the world what we are thankful for is great. It’s a first step in recognizing who is in charge of our life. It’s giving our Creator glory for what He does for us. But I don’t think it should stop there. […]
Spotlight: Keely Brooke Keith, Author of The Land Uncharted
This week, I welcome Keely to my website. When she emailed me about a spotlight on my blog, I checked out her website and other places she hangs out on social media. She sounds like a really interesting person and thought you would like to meet her! Maybe part of it has to do with […]
Hearing the Voice of the Lord
I paused after reading Psalm 29 and wondered at all the references to the voice of the Lord. Ascribe to the LORD, O mighty ones, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength. Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name; worship the LORD in the splendor of his holiness. The voice of the LORD […]
Guest Jeanie Jacobson: Wipe out Worry
Every year I miss out on Autumn’s beauty because I’m worried about the approach of my nemesis– winter. My choices: A) Waste two seasons dreading cold Nebraska weather. B) Stop worrying and enjoy today. Do you worry about things you can’t change? If so, there’s hope. When Jesus walked the earth, people were much like […]
Delays and Setbacks
He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. Psalm 91:4 My hubby is putting new siding on our house. We watch the weather so we can cover the unfinished portion if rain comes. Of course, we live in Nebraska. That […]
Spotlight: Melody Balthaser Author of Seeking Sophie
Today, I get to introduce you to another CrossRiver Author, Melody Balthaser and her book, Seeking Sophie. In 1858 New England, orphaned, indentured servant Sophie Stalz stabs her master to protect herself from rape. Now she must rely on her brother and his friends to protect her. Escaping through the Underground Railroad, Sophie finds herself […]
