Helen Hayes was an American actress whose career spanned over 80 years between theater, movies and television. She was often introduced as “First Lady of American Theater” for her outstanding accomplishments on stage and screen. She was one of only 15 people who collected an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar and a Tony Award. Hayes was not a typical glamorous Hollywood actress. As a matter of fact, she was once described as “diminutive and homespun” for her modesty and practicality. Her lasting career Continue Reading
A New Year’s Plan Worth Keeping {Recharge Wednesday Linkup}
"But the righteous will live by his faith" (Habakkuk 2:4 NASB). The beginning of a new year causes me to evaluate where I am and where I want to go. I realized that my physical and spiritual muscles have become a little soft. Soft may be desirable in pillows and toilet paper—but not in body tone or faith. Just as my body requires fuel and exercise, so does my soul. Studying my Bible feeds my faith, but I need to exercise that faith to stay strong and continue growing. Knowing the perils of Continue Reading
An Atypical New Year’s Resolution
“So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image.” 2 Corinthians 3:18 (NLT) It’s the same story every January. Gyms are filled with people recommitting to exercise. Health food companies’ profits skyrocket, as dieters rush to purchase healthier food options. We feel compelled to pledge new dedication to our goals and dreams. The New Year seems to Continue Reading
Three Magi… and the Best Christmas Gift We Can Give {The Atlanta Journal Constitution}
Decorating our home for Christmas on Thanksgiving weekend has become a mother-daughter tradition since our oldest was about 2. I remember the first time I gathered the Christmas ornaments and gave her the assignment of placing the smallest ones on the lower branches of the tree. With Christmas carols playing on the surround sound system, she squealed with delight, mumbling the words of the songs while carefully placing about 20 ornaments on one single lower branch — a memory I captured on Continue Reading
Let There Be Christmas… Even in the Darkest Days {Recharge Wednesday}
“Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Listen carefully, the virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and she will call his name Immanuel (God with us).” Isaiah 7:14 (AMP) On the floor of my prayer closet, there lies a notebook that is precious to me. In it, I write prayer requests for various friends and relatives. I find it a joy and honor to touch Heaven on behalf of these dear brothers and sisters. A couple struggling in their marriage... A friend whose husband is Continue Reading
Another Strange Blessing {The Sermon of the mount Blog Series – Part 3}
The miracle-Worker sat down on top of a rock. The large crowd that followed Him slowly approached, breathless, happy to sit down after climbing the mountain. The surrounding sounds did not match the size of the crowd. There was a reverent silence, as this Man, Jesus - the One who had spoken in parables thus far, confronted Israel’s leaders and performed never-before-seen miracles - began to teach. As Messiah started His longest sermon recorded in Scriptures, the first words spoke of comfort, Continue Reading
