A MOUNTAIN TO CLIMB
How’s your blood pressure? Not sure about my own, but chances are my numbers are up. Probably just need a retreat. Oh, that’s right, I just got back from one a few weeks ago and it was relaxing, inspirational, and...
Walking in His Mercies
For many years, I've enjoyed the solitude of walking my dog in the cool of the evening or the dewy wet sparkle of a crisp morning. It is often a time of inspiration and introspection for me. But tonight as...
A Little Jesus on the Side
How many times have you ordered a wonderful entrée at a restaurant, then as the waitress pivots to walk away you add: “and a little Ranch on the side, please,” or_______ (fill in the blank)? I wonder if sometimes I...
SPIRIT OF THE CROSS
Did you ever have a creative inspiration for something that is so clear and urgent you can hardly get to it fast enough? That’s what I was sensing one Good Friday morning a few years ago. It was mostly an...
New Speaking Engagement
You are invited to hear Iris speak at the PEO gathering Wednesday April 6th, 11:00 am at Westminster Presbyterian. W.V.
Painting a Picture of Hope
Beginnings— So important! How many of them do we get in life? For some it may feel like they've only had a few, at least when it comes to good beginnings. Or perhaps they had some good starts, but each...
New Speaking Engagements
Stop into Compass Community Church if you happen to be in the Chandler area of Arizona the week of March 10
Being Grateful in the Bad
How many times do I have to tell you…? Sound like echoes from your mother or father? How about your heavenly father? Well, don’t know about you, but God still has to remind me of some things over and over. Recently...
FLOWERS AND FRUITS
This poem came to my heart early this morning, but I didn't know until I got further into it, that it was about a friend from church. When a new poem or a song comes to my heart, I know...