A Trying Day

A Trying Day

By Katy Mariotti Rejoice in Sufferings “Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope.” Romans 5:3-5, English Standard Version I recently had what I’d call a bit of a rough day.  My family were all recovering from a cold that had […]

The Heart of Memorial Day

The Heart of Memorial Day

by Anna Haiar Reflecting on Courage, Sacrifice, and Christ’s Greater Love “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” John 15:13 (English Standard Version) Many years ago, our family vacationed in Branson, MO, and attended Dolly Parton’s Stampede. The entertaining show featured fascinating equestrian performances that showcase […]

Glimpses of Glory

Glimpses of Glory

by Kala Loptien Daily Observations Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all. 1 Chronicles 29:11, English Standard […]