More than just an attribute to be acquired or a characteristic to add to our life-folio, Patience is a companion for the purpose that we may be ‘perfected all over.’ (Robertson’s Word Pictures) As the brother of Jesus, how James must have lamented at times over the lengthy process. But he learned deeply and well. […]
Ishshah’s Story – Joy Comes in the Morning
This month’s contributor post entitled Joy Comes in the Morning over at Ishshah’s Story is especially meaningful this Thanksgiving season here in the U.S., for Wayne and I welcomed a new grandchild in November! We have so much, including new life in our family, for which to be thankful. God has been gracious unto us. Yet, […]
Vineyard Days – Days of Reduction
‘The time has arrived for pruning the vines…’ Song of Songs 2:12 If there is anything that helps us understand a concept, it’s a visual. Jesus understood this, which is why He used things of nature and everyday living to illustrate principles of Life from His Father’s perspective. For anyone who has ever potted a […]
Ishshah’s Story – Material Girl
Please join me over at Ishshah’s Story for this month’s contributor post – Material Girl. The vision and purpose of Ishshah’s Story is to see women – ishshahs – ministered to in needful ways that will bring release to their hearts and their voices. Full of resources and encouragement, I invite you to take some time to browse […]
Vineyard Days – The Winter of Her Betrothal
For as much as winter is a barren time, it is the most essential season in the life of a vineyard. What occurs in this dormant season affects everything from the form of the vine, the time of bud break, the size of cluster and fruit quality in the fertile season, stabilized production over time, […]
Vineyard Days – The Winter is Past
If there is a season that I am most glad to refer to as past, it is winter. Oh yes, there is a splendid beauty in the white-robed outdoors, glistening icicles, the glow of candles and flickering firelight, the warmth of the holidays that fall in winter’s time of year, and more. I enjoy all […]
The Day of His Wedding
“Who is this coming up from the wilderness like columns of smoke, perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, with all scented powders of the merchant? Behold, it is the traveling couch of Solomon; sixty mighty men around it, of the mighty men of Israel. All of them are wielders of the sword, expert in war; each […]
Ishshah’s Story – Shadows in the Pew
Please join me over at Ishshah’s Story for this month’s contributor post – Shadows in the Pew. While you’re there, please take some time to browse the website and acquaint yourself with the vision and mission of Ishshah’s Story. It is full of resources and encouragement, from Elohyim’s heart to our hearts and yours. In […]
Vineyard Days – Through the Lattice, Part 3
From the time Jesus walked barefoot along the Sea of Galilee, He had a thing for nets. He called fishermen – with nets – to become His first disciples, His budding Bride. After toiling unsuccessfully through the night, He instructed them to let down their nets on the other side of the boat. The catch […]
Ishshah’s Story – Women, Blossoming
“Once there was a garden…” and one day there would be “the internet.” As a result of both, there came forth a woman with a story to tell. In April there arrived in my inbox an email from a woman in Australia named Cheryl McGrath. She too is a blogger, the courageous heart behind Bread for […]