That’s a question I often ask myself. Not ‘Why am I here on this earth?” No, that question was answered years ago, many years ago at this point, when Christ entered my heart. I was created because He wanted me to be. Just as He wanted you and every piece of creation. He loved usContinue reading “Why Am I Here?”
Tag Archives: fear
I’m Back (Again), And With the Light I Can See!
I’ve been absent from this blog again, which seems to happen far too often. But I’m back now, and I’m immensely thankful for all the Lord’s goodness and faithfulness. I was hospitalized for another surgery on October 23. (I had barely recovered from my prolapse surgery done on July 22.) This time, it was anContinue reading “I’m Back (Again), And With the Light I Can See!”
Pontius Pilate: A Character Sketch
Although his exact date of birth is unknown, Pontius Pilate was born Marcus Pontius Pilatus to the Pontii clan in central Italy. He served as the prefect or governor of Judea during the reign of the Emperor Tiberius. We know little more than that. Much of what we do know comes from the Bible, whichContinue reading “Pontius Pilate: A Character Sketch”
Conquering Anxiety in These Fearful Times: The Ten Boom Family
If you’re feeling anxious or worried about the state of the world, know that you’re not alone. In these uncertain and violent times, people of all ages and from many walks of life are expressing concern and anxiety. Endless wars, child pornography, increased crime, and more slavery than at any time in history. Not toContinue reading “Conquering Anxiety in These Fearful Times: The Ten Boom Family”
In Our Brokenness: The Night Watches
As I lay there in the middle of the night, plagued by pain, fear, and doubt, I had to force myself to stop checking the time. It proved too demoralizing. Endless thoughts swirled through my mind, mostly fears, swooping in like pigeons on newly seeded fields. Would I ever be able walk again and liveContinue reading “In Our Brokenness: The Night Watches”
Thanksgiving for the Future
Happy Thanksgiving from Italy!! Although it always amazes me how many people don’t know that Italy doesn’t celebrate this holiday. And it saddens me too, because it means that many (even in North America) don’t seem to know the history of Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a distinctly North American holiday, inspired by the celebrations of theContinue reading “Thanksgiving for the Future”