I wish I could say that every plan and decision I’ve made has been spot-on correct. However, some endeavors and pursuits haven’t all worked out quite the way I wanted. Somewhere in my genius scheming of things I thought my way the best, and totally ignored (or didn’t recognize) God’s voice. Without fail, of … Continue reading Go Fish
Straw and Jewels
When we imagine a successful person, we immediately visualize someone who is famous for their talent or looks, who owns half the city of New York, or who has a bank account the size of Texas. Culture has ingrained in our heads that this is what it means to be a success – have lots, … Continue reading Straw and Jewels
Red Light, Green Light
Ever run a stop sign, dashed through a red light, or been caught speeding down your favorite street? I have! Most of the time it was by accident – you know, the brain was off in La La Land, and – oops! I’m sure I’ve gotten a few ugly looks as I cut someone off … Continue reading Red Light, Green Light
The Master Coordinator
I gained a new appreciation for John 2:1-12 when reading my Bible the other day. Having coordinated my own wedding ceremony months ago, I could sympathize with the situation. In short, if I had been the bride at Cana, I would have been a frazzled mess! Our first hint that Jesus cares about weddings … Continue reading The Master Coordinator
Stay in the Light
It’s amazing what can happen in the darkness of your own home when you’re least expecting it. I had just crawled into bed for the night when I suddenly remembered I hadn’t turned down my thermostat. Being the financially thrifty person that I am, to leave it running at 73 degrees would be near sin. … Continue reading Stay in the Light
Squish, Squash
At one time I used to depend wholly on my dad to rid my world of these things called “bugs.” When crickets began their annoying symphony under my bed at midnight, guess who I called from the comfort of my mattress? When a spider decided to make its descent from the ceiling above my head, … Continue reading Squish, Squash
Christa Madrid 