My apartment is close to a large shopping center, and I often visit the grocery store there. Even though there are many checkout counters at the exit of the grocery store,...

On a family vacation to the Black Hills of South Dakota, we were on a winding road that was popular with tourists because of the wild burros that often graze on...

I grew up without going to church or learning about God. As an adult, when I was expecting my third child, I found my dad’s Bible among his things after his...

We were halfway through army basic training at Fort Knox. Before being dismissed for our first 24-hour town leave, our drill instructor reminded us: “Remember, each of you represents the U.S....

My family and I live close to the Gulf of Mexico. I love to walk along the beautiful beaches of white sands and emerald green water. When I see and hear...

When we said goodbye to my sister at the airport, we had no idea the difficulties she would face. She was young and had chosen a medical course at a boarding...

In 2017 our son graduated from college and our daughter from high school. Though we were excited, my husband and I were wondering, What next? My work visa did not qualify...

I keep a memo on my cell phone where I note the date and situation whenever I sense God’s presence and guidance. I began this practice a little over two years...

When I learned about the metamorphosis of butterflies, I was amazed. I find caterpillars to be unpleasant — especially those that sting when you touch them. But it is through the...

I’ve always loved to walk a prayer labyrinth. The calming repetitiveness of the various switchbacks and turns of the path lulls me into a meditative state. Over the years my affection...