Author Archives: donsimba1

The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in … Continue reading →

Candles, I like to believe, were made for this time of year, when it is cold, cold outside and warm inside.  The yellow light reveals hidden beauty in this candle that we light almost every morning as we have our … Continue reading →

And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. 2 Corinthians 3:18 I am stretched as I read these words … Continue reading →

I like to stroll along the Conestoga this time of year.  I was struck with the symmetry and convolutions of these trees along the shore.  Up is down, down is up!  Who cares?  The site is so peaceful yet full … Continue reading →

Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, “Abba, Father.” So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an … Continue reading →

Anna Ruth and I put together a 1,500 piece puzzle – a sea-shore collection of ocean shells.  The puzzle was a Christmas gift from Paul and Tammy family.  We enjoyed the challenge because the pieces were not at all regular, … Continue reading →

 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.” Matthew 16:24 These days, as I am about to enter my 90’s, I am thinking a good … Continue reading →

I sometimes hike along the Conestoga using the Lampeter Park trail, like today, with unseasonable temperatures, almost 60!   For some reason they are cutting down some trees along the river that are perhaps ailing.  I was taken with the internal … Continue reading →

I prayed to the Lord my God and confessed: “Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps his covenant of love with those who love him and keep his commandments, we have sinned and done wrong. We have been wicked … Continue reading →

This sunset blessed us tonight!  I stepped outside to take the picture, being sure to include the dried, lovely pods of our tulip tree. a breath-taking burst of Winter glory!