Death Could Not Hold Her

This afternoon, we said farewell for now to our sweet friend, Kim. It was only a week ago that she and I had a conversation at church. Two days later, she was gone from this world. Death had taken her suddenly, and the shock among our church is palpable. Kim’s daughter and family came downContinue reading “Death Could Not Hold Her”

Promises

I don’t remember when I started a list of Bible passages and verses to do a deep dive into, but I’m slowly working my way through it. Some studies have taken months, and one more than a year. All have been satisfying and challenging.   Lately I’ve been reading Psalm 119 looking for God’s promisesContinue reading “Promises”

Climb Every Mountain

I remember seeing “The Sound of Music” as a kid for the first time. Breathtaking scenery and the Von Trapp children singing made it so memorable. I especially loved the songs. The scene where the Mother Abbess tells Maria she will be leaving her position, includes the iconic “Climb Every Mountain.” Surely millions of peopleContinue reading “Climb Every Mountain”