Uncertain Times

When I began thinking about starting this blog, I had no idea what the world situation would hold. These are definitely uncertain times, and we have never needed encouragement more. An unseen enemy has attacked us, and there is racial and political unrest. In times of uncertainty, I have always found comfort in a poem by Theodore Tilton, in which, through good and bad, an ancient king declares that success and failure, good times and bad, life and death, all eventually pass away.

As I look back at life from my vantage point, I realize that in my twenties, every crisis seemed to be the end of my world. Now many years later, I realize that God brought me through each crisis, and I am certain he will not fail me now. We can depend on His faithfulness in whatever situation we encounter. My greatest encouragement comes from the book of John in the Bible.

I have told you these things that you might have peace. In this world you will have trouble, but take heart. I have overcome the world.

John 16:33 (NIV)

Even when we do not understand what is happening in our current situations, we can be assured that we can trust God’s promises and the love that He showed on the Cross of Calvary

Hello world!

What do I have to say to a world in turmoil? Having lived a good many years, I have had the opportunity to learn a great many lessons which have affected my heart and I hope will affect yours.

Some of these lessons have come from thirty plus years of teaching, some from fifty years of marriage, some from raising a family, and many from the knowledge that no matter what happens I can join with Paul in Roman’s 8:28 believing:

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” (NIV)

I look forward to sharing these stories with you and hope that you might gather inspiration and encouragement in the days ahead.