Monthly Archives: July 2017

So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer live as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their thinking. They are darkened in their understanding and separated from the life of … Continue reading →

Yesterday our first passion blossom burst open, revealing exquisite beauty and symmetry.   This is one of our precious fall flowers.  Many followers of Jesus see in it salvation symbolism – trinity, crown of thorns and much more.  I am … Continue reading →

Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming. Instead, speaking the truth … Continue reading →

In the hibiscus we see glory.  The beauty and symmetry of this flower takes away the breath.

So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith … Continue reading →

But to each one of us grace has been given as Christ apportioned it. This is why it says: “When he ascended on high, he took many captives and gave gifts to his people.” Ephesians 4:7, 8 Imagine for a … Continue reading →

I must admit, I get carried away by scenes like this that met our eyes at Hershey Gardens.  The woman carrying the urn on her shoulder, a Greek motif, was so satisfying.  The soft pink roses added the romantic touch.

Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; … Continue reading →