Author Archives: Barbara

It Is Good to Be Thankful: Appreciation makes the world a better place… Many scriptures refer to God as a rock, a strong tower, our strength, and our refuge (Psalm 18:2). A refuge is a place that provides shelter and … Continue reading →

It Is Good to Be Thankful: Appreciation makes the world a better place… I am thankful for the imperfections of godly people mentioned in the Bible. Hebrews 11 commends many for their faith, but not for their perfection—because they were … Continue reading →

It Is Good to Be Thankful: Appreciation makes the world a better place… Thousands of years ago, Job asked a question about death that has continued to plague mankind. “If a man dies, will he live again?” (Job 14:14) Science … Continue reading →

It Is Good to Be Thankful: Appreciation makes the world a better place… April brings happy thoughts of spring: birds singing, trees budding, flowers blossoming, romance blooming. Just when we are beginning to enjoy a touch of spring fever, our … Continue reading →

It Is Good to Be Thankful: Appreciation makes the world a better place… The Bible says to always be ready to give an answer to those who ask for the hope that is within us (1 Peter 3:15 KJV). Some … Continue reading →

It Is Good to Be Thankful: Appreciation makes the world a better place… I’ve always been fascinated by the whole pregnancy/childbirth process. Having gone through it three times myself, I can think of no other experience that has reinforced the … Continue reading →

It Is Good to Be Thankful: Appreciation makes the world a better place… I’m thankful for Thomas. He’s one person in the Bible I truly identify with. Although there’s not a lot mentioned about Thomas in the Bible, I think … Continue reading →

It Is Good to Be Thankful: Appreciation makes the world a better place… Today starts Daylight Saving Time. We move our clocks forward so we can have more hours of daylight. Some parts of the world call it Summer Time … Continue reading →

It Is Good to Be Thankful: Appreciation makes the world a better place… I rarely watch or listen to the news anymore. It’s too depressing and often misleading. Disease, distress, and disappointment abound. So do turmoil, fake news, financial setbacks, … Continue reading →

It Is Good to Be Thankful: Appreciation makes the world a better place… I will admit that I am very enamored by technology, especially my cell phone and computer. While it’s true that I’ve had to learn new skills such … Continue reading →