It took two weeks for the last paper letter I wrote you, when you were in confinement, to reach you. I hope this letter won’t take as long. It is frustrating that the state of things leads us to expect no investigation, no honesty, no answers, no correction to corruption and abuse. My prayers are not only for you, but others that have also endured without defense or redemption. I pray someone will get to the source and terminate such personnel. It almost goes beyond hope

There is a delusion in your life. It is a great and beautiful tree in your front yard. It is full of leaves and shades your home, it has fragrant blossoms and thrills you when you step near to breath in its headiness. It drops blossoms like snowflakes floating softly to the ground. You wonder how long it has grown there and hope it will ever be there and believe it brings you peace. The reality of that tree. It is a sin you have harbored so long, it seems like it has alwa

If you don’t have truth to speak, perhaps just not opening your mouth to utter words of flattery or excuses will do. White lies are not the truth. Co-dependent assurances are not the truth. Dropping manipulative hints is not the truth. Taking responsibility when it is actually yours is the truth. Saying no can be the truth. Even drawing away for a time can be truthful. How our culture has agreed with our lies. Aren’t we responsible for creating and preserving our culture

God created everything John 1:3 – “All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made" Colossians 1:16 – “For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him.” “The Voice in Creation” When we look at the mountains, the stars, or the smallest wildflower, we are not merely seeing th

And the hand of the Lord was there upon me; and he said unto me, Arise, go forth into the plain, and I will there talk with thee (Ezek. 3:22) Did you ever hear of anyone being much used for Christ who did not have some special waiting time, some complete upset of all his or her plans first; from Saint Paul's being sent off into the desert of Arabia for three years, when he must have been boiling over with the glad tidings, down to the present day? You were looking forward t

He Remembers No More For I will forgive their iniquity, and I will remember their sin no more. (Jeremiah 31:34) When we know the Lord, we receive the forgiveness of sins. We Know Him as the God of grace, passing by our transgressions. What a joyful discovery is this! But how divinely is this promise worded: the Lord promises no more to remember our sins! Can God forget? He says He will, and He means what He says. He will regard us as though we had never sinned. The great aton

In my previous blog, I addressed believers who might feel lost or disconnected. Many of us grapple with feelings of guilt or backsliding. We are already saved, yet we search for a way back to that first love, that freedom in Christ through grace. We seek restoration of our belief in His promises and our trust in His Word. We ask Him to use our brokenness, to help us surrender our doubts and confusion. We long for the light of hope to dispel the shadows of discouragement. We h

The iconic stained-glass window at the Hotel Del Coronado, known as the “Woman in the Window,” was restored to its original location after being missing for years. Following a complete restoration in 2020, it was returned in summer 2021 to its original second-story position where it first appeared in 1888. What Happened to the Window The window was initially installed in the lobby chimney , visible from inside and outside. After the chimney's removal in the 1920s, the windo

We are right where we are supposed to be Every person wonders at some point if they are exactly where they are meant to be. Life often feels like a series of random events, but the message in Esther 4:14 offers a powerful reminder: we are right where God wants us to be. This verse reveals that our presence in history is no accident. Instead, God has placed us intentionally, with a purpose to fulfill and a plan to follow. Understanding this truth can transform how we view our

Having a loved one incarcerated is one of the most painful experiences a person can face. It brings a unique kind of heartbreak that few truly understand unless they have lived it. The emotional weight can feel overwhelming, and the challenges seem endless. Yet, amid this hardship, there is a path to hope and purpose that can sustain those left on the outside. This journey draws many closer to their faith, teaches surrender, and builds trust in Jesus.. The Unseen Struggles of

Faith is a journey. It is not a destination. It unfolds in moments of doubt, clarity, struggle, and peace. Sharing this journey can be both daunting and liberating. I have found that writing about my own path has helped me understand it better. It has also connected me with others who walk similar roads. This post explores how to share your personal faith journey in a way that is honest, reflective, and meaningful. The Power of Personal Faith Narratives Personal faith narrati