God's Sparkle

There is a lady who lives by the sea, who glorifies the ocean by admiring and appreciating her surroundings. Her house is a eclectic assortment of paintings, artifacts, and bric a brac from all over. The house by the sea is a refuge. And not unlike the house, the lady has known wind swept grief, happiness and quiet contentment. Her house, like herself is a model of stability and wisdom. She is a trusted advisor. May everyone have such an advisor.

The word trudging seems very negative. It brings thoughts of heavy boots, snow, hills and muddy terrain. The rhythmic march of trudging is plodding, with much exertion and very exhausted people. But in my circles, the word is different. It hits different. We define it as walking with purpose. Walking with purpose means to have a goal or a reason. Our purpose is to help others. Be of service in our homes, neighborhoods, and communities. We love our God, and share his lov

You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you. Isaiah 26:1-3 (NLT) Perfect peace, shalom, shalom. My answered prayer. How many days, weeks, and months have I prayed for peace? Peace of mind, peace of soul, peace of emotions, and peace of body? I've made prayer lists, written letters, hit my knees, walked it out. I have even prayed in the quiet of the morning while still in bed. I'm looking for perfect peace God. Why can't I hav