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Loved and adopted
Darlene Dorothy Lee — 10/11/1931 — 11/08/2025 The following is a departure from how I normally blog. This is the message delivered at my mother’s graveside memorial service on 11/14/2025. Being the oldest in a large family has its perks. Like today, it is my joy to talk about the woman we call Mom, Grandma,…
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The Red Ink of Grace
God’s Edits for Our Careless Words I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak. Matthew 12:36 (ESV) I attend a women’s Bible study every Tuesday. Last week, we watched a video to prepare for the week ahead. The teacher quoted Matthew 12:36. It hit so…
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Cancel the Pity Party
Who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy. Psalm 103:4 (ESV) Many verses in scripture feel like a lifeline. For me, Psalm 103:4 is one of them. Psalm 103 is a song of gratitude. Written by David, the psalm is a heartfelt expression of praise for God’s faithfulness…
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Gentle Comfort, Holy Presence
Loving with Christlike Compassion for All Who Mourn “Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.” Philippians 4:5 (NIV) In the past weeks, people close to me have experienced significant losses. Some were sudden and devastating. Others were quiet and expected but no less painful. And as I’ve pondered each of these…
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Choosing Stillness Over Strife
“Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 (ESV) I’ll be honest: I have wrestled deeply with what it means to live as a faithful Christian in this polarized, noisy world. It’s tempting—almost addictive—to get caught up in the headlines, the debates, and the social media arguments. I’ve found myself becoming deeply passionate…
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Open-Heart Planning
Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails. Proverbs 19:21 NIV It’s Monday—the fresh start to a brand-new week. Mondays can feel invigorating. They propel us into productivity mode. We start with an endless checklist and the drive to accomplish it all. If you’re like me, your…
