Thoughts from My Corner of the World
Reading Devotionally The question on my mind today is how should I read the Bible devotionally? I’m committed to reading it in Greek, but the language of choice is not of concern? I’m wondering more about the pros and cons of reading the Bible in a devotional manner. This became evident while reading through John’s... Continue Reading →
Today’s devotional reflections are from 1 John 1:1-4. This letter is written by John. It sounds like he has input from others in a community of believers. They were living in or near Ephesus (but that’s for another post). I imagine Mary, the mother of Jesus, was living among that community. If you remember, before uttering... Continue Reading →
I love making New Year’s resolutions, but was unable to do so this year. It’s February now and messages about love—love for spouses, family, and one another—are popping up all over our social networking sites, reminding us all that life is short so do what makes you happy. One thing I enjoy (along with caring... Continue Reading →
One of my favorite verses is found in Matthew's Gospel: “Lo, I am with you always!” I’ve clung to that promise from my childhood onward. I bought the small plaque (pictured above) with the verse in German when living in Nebraska nearly 20 years ago. It now hangs in my sewing studio often reminding me... Continue Reading →
The Bread-Basket I collect grains. You may think that’s a bit odd, but it makes sense since I’m a farmgirl from Nebraska. Wheat, milo, and corn were essential to our economic security. My great-grandfather immigrated from one breadbasket of the world (Ukraine) to another in the plains of Nebraska. Recently, while hunkering down at home... Continue Reading →
I Pledge Allegiance to… The late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was referenced many times during Amy Coney Barrett’s judicial hearings, by the senate committee members and by Barrett herself. On many occasions, when asked a question Barrett felt she should not answer, she quoted what is known as the Ginsburg rule, “no hints, no previews, no... Continue Reading →
I seldom listen to music during the day. Oddly, music interferes with my thinking, lol! But, for some reason today I chose to listen to a favorite song from years ago while folding laundry: “Go Tell John” by Keith Lancaster/Acappella Company. You find it on Spotify or can listen to a sample here . The... Continue Reading →
A favorite Bible verse greets me nearly every morning from my egg carton: This is the day the Lord has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it.Psalm 118:24 I usually take that moment to thank God for another day of life. If I'm a bit grumpy because I missed some solitude and a... Continue Reading →
A. Introduction In this series I begin sharing a good portion of my research project completed two years ago for my Masters in New Testament from Johnson University. It focused primarily upon Mary, Joseph’s wife, the mother of Jesus. These posts will expand further upon my original project, “Mary, Mother May I?: Finding Hope for Restoration... Continue Reading →
Today I learned how menstruation, ironically, became a blessing rather than a banishment to the red tent. In the article linked below, I stumbled upon an interesting scenario where a woman's monthly flow could literally save her from death. Before we go there, let me share a few thoughts. Yes, I'm writing about menstruation, a topic... Continue Reading →