Monthly Archives: March 2016

One of my many weaknesses is the compelling urge to help Spring arrive. It seems like each year, including this one, I pluck off a sprig of forsythia and watch the nodules expand in a riot of yellow beauty.  This … Continue reading →

God says, “It is too small a thing for you to be my servant to restore the tribes of Jacob and bring back those of Israel I have kept. I will also make you a light for the Gentiles, that my salvation … Continue reading →

Snow drops are now blooming in our yard.  One reason I am fond for this hardy flower is that it is one of the first flowers to announce the coming of a new growing season. Hurrah for the brave flowers. … Continue reading →

Listen to me, you descendants of Jacob, all the remnant of the people of Israel, you whom I have upheld since your birth, and have carried since you were born. Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who … Continue reading →

As March opens we find flocks of red wing blackbirds.  Can you spot the scarlet red and yellow patches on the wings? I see about 12.  But they are mostly males.  The females, sorry, have no red wings!  They will … Continue reading →

But now, this is what the Lord says, he who created you…who formed you, do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you … Continue reading →

Yesterday, Anna Ruth, Jane and I visited the wildfowl sanctuary at nearby Middle Creek where we were actually surrounded by snow geese that spend some time at this spot on their way north where they will nest.  It is great … Continue reading →

Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.  They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31 Who of us does not need strength for the … Continue reading →