What is Maundy Thursday anyway? “‘Maundy’ comes, possibly by way of one or more European languages, from the Latin ‘mandatum,’ meaning ‘command.” The reference is John 13:34: ‘A new command…
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In my reading this Lenten season, I’ve been reminded of truth that was new to me some years ago: Jesus and the apostles didn’t focus on “going to heaven when…
Spring has sprung here in Texas; trees are budding and bulbs are blooming. It’s the perfect weather to get outdoors and enjoy the beauty of God’s creation. I would love…
Because my mother’s generation believed in spring cleaning, my sister and I learned the benefits of setting aside a specific time each year to deep clean. As girls, we spent…
The fad today, especially among millennials, is minimalism, described in Forbes as a “decluttering lifestyle trend.” Thousands are getting rid of possessions or exchanging their current living space for tiny…
I’m not a fan of winter. Because I like warm weather and light breezes, I’m so thankful to live in the southwest where we escape the worst of it. But…
I’ve decided that my husband isn’t gifted at finding things. Often I watch him walk in circles for several minutes just looking around. And so I ask, “What are you…
I had to laugh the other day as I turned around in the pool where I was participating in my water aerobic class. Our instructor told us to jog back…
As I age, the years seem to pass by more quickly. Before I know it, I’ve had another birthday and the old year is over without any effort on my…
The older I get the more I believe that SIMPLE is a great rule. I’ve experienced its power in family life, hospitality, ministry, and teaching. Simple allows me to focus…
