Monthly Archives: August 2018

For he himself is our peace, who has made the two groups one and has destroyed the barrier, the dividing wall of hostility, by setting aside in his flesh the law with its commands and regulations. His purpose was to … Continue reading →

It seems like there are fewer butterflies this month but I did see this monarch butterfly egg at our place, on the milkweed, of course.  I love this patterned picture.  Something really special when you look up close!

But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ. Ephesians 2:13 As I grow older and try to embrace the Spirit of God in my life, I find myself … Continue reading →

But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. Ephesians 2:4, 5 God’s amazing love, for us!  … Continue reading →

As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins… All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings of our flesh and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature deserving … Continue reading →

This year we planted several plants of the same species.  The effect is pleasing, if I must say so.

As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins. Ephesians 2:1 As for you. Who are the “you?” Paul is writing to all the believers in the vicinity of Ephesus in Asia Minor, Jews and non-Jews alike.  He … Continue reading →

On the phone to someone she really wants to communicate with.  A great woman, if I must say so!!