But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. ~Galatians 5:22-23a CSB What is the fruit of goodness? We know it is a fruit of the Spirit, but how does it look? We see goodness in the nurse who, in the midst of her busy schedule, risks losing her job to kneel by the bed of a dying patient to inquire whether her patient is God’s child. Discovering that the patient … Continue reading →
Of all days for Dad to search for Mom’s dress, he chose Saturday. The only day I had to do nothing…
Continue reading →How blessed are those who show mercy! For they will be shown mercy. ~Matthew 5:7 CEV One of my mom’s favorite expressions of surprise is “Mercy!” Imagine that with a Southern accent. My youngest son, Michael loved to imitate her by repeating it when she visited. My mom always got a kick out of it. Even though my mom is no longer able to drive up to see us–and for now is living in South Texas–Michael will occasionally go around … Continue reading →
