Published February 6th, 2012 by

1 Thessalonians 4:14a-For we believe that Jesus died and rose again (NIV). The white innocent rose first draws us, and then a modest peach cousin adds a splash of color.…

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Published February 4th, 2012 by

When I first read the Anne of Avonlea books, I galloped through them. Would the ever faithful Gilbert finally break through Anne’s reserve? However, as I re-read them, I sense…

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Published February 4th, 2012 by

Like me, you might love to eat pomegranates, but probably dislike preparing them. This might help. Buy the heaviest pomegranates. Cut off the top half-an-inch below the crown. You will…

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Published February 3rd, 2012 by

Gran never took her apron off unless she entertained company in the ‘front’ room. Her aprons served as splash collectors, pot holders, egg carriers and wash cloth to a fevered…

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Published February 3rd, 2012 by

Because Moses fed over three million people every day, scholars estimate that he needed 1500 tons of food and 4000 tons of firewood every 24 hours. Keeping those folks watered…

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Published February 1st, 2012 by

I guess it is possible that David was dwelling on actual physical warfare when he penned these words, but it makes me think of people whose words make a difference.…

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Published February 1st, 2012 by

I routinely save favourite jeans and tops for my rag bag. I am the official ‘family mender.’ I repair frayed edges, worn seams and embroider patches to go over thin…

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Published January 30th, 2012 by

Proverbs 18:9–He who is loose and slack in his work is brother to him who is a destroyer and he who does not use his endeavors to heal himself is…

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Published January 30th, 2012 by

Matthew 18:11–For the Son of man came to save [from the penalty of eternal death] that which was lost. (AMP) We were calmly waiting for our appointment when the lights…

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Published January 30th, 2012 by

Proverbs 13:11–Wealth [not earned but] won in haste or unjustly or from the production of things for vain or detrimental use [such as riches] will dwindle away, but he who…

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