Monthly Archives: July 2019

I snapped this wee flower in our garden.  Any idea of what it is?

We have a tradition at Chestnut Hill Mennonite Church to have open mike for people to speak.  Anna Ruth took the opportunity to make her tribute this morning.  I loved it.  This marks the last Sunday that the Garbers will … Continue reading →

And so we know and rely on the love God has for us.  God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them. 1 John 4:16 All Christian theology rushes to something quite unbelievable, God loves … Continue reading →

“Never again will they hunger; never again will they thirst. The sun will not beat down on them, nor any scorching heat. For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to … Continue reading →

Now if we are children, then we are heirs-heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory. Romans 8:17 I was impressed this morning of … Continue reading →

Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God. For … Continue reading →

These lovely small flowers are blooming in our hanging basket.  We are impressed by their determination to survive some dry days!  I at times forget to water it!

One of my delights is seeing children enjoy our three small ponds with lots of fish and frogs.   Here are Jonathan, one of the twins?, Isaac and Eric.  Anna Ruth and I like to see our progeny enjoy the verdant … Continue reading →

Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. Luke 6:36 Be full of mercy!  I think that is a correct usage.  “Full.”  That is the operative word as I pray over this verse this morning.  I find that I am … Continue reading →