Cookies and Christ
Stories of Faith And Recipes
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Healing Occurred as God Would Have It…
The portion shared with me was large enough to feed a small family. As I opened the container I could see the meticulous preparation of diced celery and onions, sliced carrots, grilled chicken, and a broth atypical for any I’ve ever had before and… Continue Reading “Healing Occurred as God Would Have It…”
“…Ride the carousel for me…”
The Arizona sky is often bright blue with brilliant sunshine.Clouds are not common.After living in climates of cold, wind, and chill, I don’t hate it. This afternoon, the sky was atypically filled with clouds and I had a short- “must do today” list. I… Continue Reading ““…Ride the carousel for me…””
…A Fellow Traveler…
I recently returned “home” to Washington State for a (far too) quick weekend. So much about the feeling in that zip code invites cherished memories and excitement in pondering my Eternal Home.The home we once owned is adjacent to my in-laws’ property. From their kitchen, I… Continue Reading “…A Fellow Traveler…”
…To Stroll with Deity
The other day I set off for a morning walk. I was emptying a handful of Jalapeño Cheetos into my mouth that I had chosen as a post-breakfast snack. One of the greatest things about being an empty nester is the freedom of decision-making… Continue Reading “…To Stroll with Deity”
Dirt Was Not the Problem
33 years ago I sat on top of my luggage awaiting a ride. I had literally been dropped off at the curb of a nearly empty Greyhound bus terminal with some broken dreams, faith that seemed fleeting, and a few bucks to my name.… Continue Reading “Dirt Was Not the Problem”
Invisible Goliaths
By this age, I had thought “it” would be easier… but I had been struggling. I felt like I couldn’t even utter the words to the hymn, “I’ll go where you want me to go…”I was worried that the “where” was too high of a… Continue Reading “Invisible Goliaths”
My gifts fell short of expectations…
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son…”John 3:16 My gifts fell short of expectations…Nor did I get everything done I wanted to do. I don’t know whether I would say I ran out of physical momentum, mental energy, or… Continue Reading “My gifts fell short of expectations…”
My discipleship is simply between me and my Savior…
“…Lord, I will follow thee…”Luke 9:57 33 years ago I stood next to my teammates before tip-off and listened to the familiar words of the National Anthem ring out on static-filled speakers mounted in the corners of my high school gym. My hands were sweaty… Continue Reading “My discipleship is simply between me and my Savior…”
My sister did the math – Jesus is coming!
“…Be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.”Matthew 24:44 My sister arrived in town on business and I excitedly awaited an evening to spend time together to “catch up”. We sipped fruit-flavored sparkling water… Continue Reading “My sister did the math – Jesus is coming!”
Just in case my math was off…
“Then beware lest thou forget the Lord…”Deuteronomy 6:12 I calculated the simple square foot measurement of 15 x 12. We were nearing the end of a basement remodel project and there was a small area where I had made a last-minute decision to change… Continue Reading “Just in case my math was off…”
