The Beginning of us all – Blessed Work

28 God blessed them, and God said to them, “Be fruitful, multiply, fill the earth, and subdue it. Rule the fish of the sea, the birds of the sky, and every creature that crawls on the earth.” 29 God also said, “Look, I have given you every seed-bearing plant on the...

Mold In My Heart

By Ruth Burke I have a confession to make. There are parts of my shower that, until very recently, went weeks without being cleaned. I know – it’s horrible. I’d be hiding behind my hands right now if I didn’t need both of them to type. I have a small bathroom, with a...

The Power of Listening

Verses from James 1 19 My dear brothers and sisters, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,20 for human anger does not accomplish God’s righteousness.  26 If anyone thinks he is religious without controlling his...

Pride and Pregnancy

By Ruth Burke The birth of my third child changed my life. It would be nice to follow that statement with some lovely thoughts about what a blessing children are, and how wonderful it is to be mother. While it is true that my children are a blessing and being a mother...