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 […]

A Cracked Pot

A Cracked Pot

The Potter not only makes the pot, he heals it as well. “You can listen to today’s devotion by clicking on this SoundCloud link.” “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Psalm 147:3 New International Version My name is Larissa, and I’m a cracked pot. (insert laughter here). But seriously. My parents were […]

Gatekeeper

Gatekeeper

Remember to shut the gate! “You can listen to today’s devotion by clicking on this SoundCloud link.” If you’ve ever owned a pet you may have heard this reminder. A fence around your home provides protection, but the gate allows you to let your friends or deliveries in while keeping your children and pets safe. Still, you must […]