Monthly Archives: October 2016

To the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power and authority, through Jesus Christ our Lord, before all ages, now and forevermore! Amen. Jude 25 In our day we see almost no benedictions or blessings like this.  When have I finished … Continue reading →

Every Fall I admire, once again, the purple beans that brighten the day, outside our window. They are not for eating, but for soul-food.  Their beauty is stunning!

To him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy.  Jude 24 Without fault.  Me?  How can that be?  I need moment by moment cleansing, of … Continue reading →

Anna Ruth brought home some dramatic gourds.  I enjoyed photographing the arrangement on our kitchen table.  Nice, don’t you think?  And so seasonal.

To him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy. Jude 24 Jude is aware of the fact that even though we are solidly committed to … Continue reading →

The time is here – the last roses of Summer reveal their subtle beauty as the season comes to an end.  I find joy in poring over this small blossom, a most gracious farewell to a delightful Summer. Several of … Continue reading →

Be merciful to those who doubt; save others by snatching them from the fire; to others show mercy, mixed with fear. Jude 22, 23 October 10, 1944, 72 years ago today, a sixteen-year-old young man, a rebel, met the Lord Jesus … Continue reading →

This evening, October 7, Lancaster Mennonite School will kick off a weekend of celebrations to mark its 75th anniversary. I feel honored to read a portion of Scripture tonight, the opening event for the weekend. The school opened in 1942.  … Continue reading →

To him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy—to the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power and authority, through Jesus Christ our Lord, … Continue reading →

Our little brick steps gave way to a porch at our place.  It ties things together, with fish pools, outdoor fire pit, lawn.  A nice addition. It took a couple of weeks to build but it is now done.