Author Archives: Barbara

Think on These Things: Positive thoughts in a negative world… It’s hard for us to think that what we are going through at any given moment is temporary, but it is. Paul realized this. He endured much hardship in his … Continue reading →

Think on These Things: Positive thoughts in a negative world… Jesus has many names in the Bible. In addition to being the Son of God, He’s our Master, Mediator, Savior, Redeemer, and much more—too many names to mention in one … Continue reading →

Think on These Things: Positive thoughts in a negative world… With a new year upon us, I’ve been praying about a blog theme for 2021. None of us will be sorry to leave 2020 behind. It was a year filled … Continue reading →

A Journal of Joy: Things that make my heart smile… Christmas has passed and the New Year will soon be upon us. Perhaps it’s wise to carry the message of Christmas into the New Year—a message of joy. Joy to … Continue reading →

A Journal of Joy: Things that make my heart smile… “Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens” are cute but not my favorite things, especially at Christmastime. Have I mentioned that I love Christmas? So here’s a list of just … Continue reading →

A Journal of Joy: Things that make my heart smile… I love, love, love the Christmas season. While some hate the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping, I relish it. I love hearing Christmas music everywhere. I love hearing an … Continue reading →

A Journal of Joy: Things that make my heart smile… I hate to admit it, but my world tends to revolve around ME and all things related to ME—my home, my family, my community, my city, my state, my country, … Continue reading →

A Journal of Joy: Things that make my heart smile… When I first started writing, about a hundred years ago, I learned quickly that the writer’s life was full of rejections. Of course, I was in good company. Zane Gray … Continue reading →

A Journal of Joy: Things that make my heart smile… When Thanksgiving comes around each year, it’s a great reminder to give thanks. Psalm 92:1-4 says, “It is good to give thanks to the Lord, and to sing praises to … Continue reading →

A Journal of Joy: Things that make my heart smile… When someone says something genuinely nice about me—something they really feel—I glow. It can put me in a good mood for days. By the same token, an unkind word can … Continue reading →