The Safe Place

The Safe Place

No storm will leave you unprotected. “You can listen to today’s devotion by clicking on this SoundCloud link.” He led me to a place of safety; he rescued me because he delights in me. 2 Samuel 22:20 New Living Translation Between the towns of Salida and Cotopaxi in Colorado, there is a large cattle ranch in a valley located behind […]

Tunnel Vision

Tunnel Vision

Light in a Dark Tunnel. “You can listen to today’s devotion by clicking on this SoundCloud link.” You may have heard this before: The optimist says, “There is a light at the end of the tunnel.” The pessimist replies, “With my luck it’s an oncoming train.” But what if we can’t see any light at […]

Honk If You See a Big White Van

Honk If You See a Big White Van

One family’s story of redemption through foster care and adoption.  (NOTE: The following speech was given by Natalia Parker at the September 21, 2015 Lutheran Family Services Innkeeper Dinner in Colorado Springs. Look for Natalia to join Richelle Hecker and Pastor Doug on their June 1 podcast. Lutheran Family Service is holding a special event […]