Its a cold winters night, but no one seems to notice the chill. Gathered in the tiny 36 x 18 foot building, 31 Romanians are in the midst of praise and worship. The small wood stove is barely casting a glow, but each person present is filled with warmth in their hearts. Now its time [...]
It’s October and my spring garden has wilted and crumbled. It’s strange, but I can’t say that I’m sad. I love working in dirt and growing things, but the squirrels and bugs tormented me this year. My son and I were heartbroken to find jagged teeth marks in our beautiful, red tomatoes.
With upraised head
And folded hands,
Upon my knees, I fall.
Unto His name
My prayer rings out,
For He will hear my call.
I lift my eyes
To lofty heights,
In wonder and despair.
My words are heard
‘mid worldly sounds,
With Him, my fears, I share.
As we speak,
He calms my soul,
I feel His strength and power.
For He is there
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Personal Testimony
In the small, South Carolina town where I grew up, everyone knew everyone else. It was a community where the entire town helped to raise its children. We all attended church on Sunday and knew what God expected of us from an early age. I feel very fortunate to have grown up in such [...]
