Tasting the Goodness of the Lord (Psalm 34:8)
We don’t make choices accidentally. Sure, accidents happen. But when we make a choice, we do so on purpose for a purpose. We choose for a specific reason. Likewise, we were chosen by God for a specific purpose. When I go to the grocery store, I choose everything I put in my basket. (No, the Blue Bell does not jump… Read More
When I think of the word worship, my first thought is music. Oh, how I love music. There are so many varieties to love! To me, music is the language of the heart. The right song at the right time can change everything. Music can calm an angry spirit. It can lift a sad one. Music can get us moving… Read More
If you’re following my posts this month, you know I am giving away some great resources that will grow your relationship with God. The first two were focused on our daily, devotional time with Him. This week I’m taking things a step deeper. When I was young, my mom taught me how to have daily devotions. Eventually she explained that… Read More
Intimacy. To be completely known, accepted, and loved. It’s one of our most basic needs. No matter what else is going on in our lives, we need to know that someone knows us. All about us. Even the worst aspects of our nature. Yet still loves us. Generally speaking, friends like that are hard to come by. In the Christian world, however,… Read More
Quiet. In a world of crazy, that’s what I crave. This week I had some friends over to work on Homecoming mums. (Yes, it’s that time in Texas!) We got to talking about music, and one friend (who is on our church’s worship team) told me she loves to drive in silence. One of her kids asked why she didn’t… Read More
This week’s post is a bit of several things. Of course I want to welcome you to Sweeter Than Honey’s new home (even though it is virtual). Fun stuff is in store for that. But it would be inappropriate not to leave some encouragement when many have lost so much as a result of Hurricane Harvey. My home and most… Read More
Yesterday I ran. I ran what used to be my daily 3.1-mile loop. I used to think that wasn’t a big deal. But yesterday was different. I hadn’t run that distance in several years. I didn’t grow up being physically active. I hated the heat. Hated sweat. Hated being outside. How in the world did I survive Texas summers? Truthfully,… Read More
How often do you welcome guests with the following words: Come in! Make yourself at home! When we say those words, what we mean is … My home is your home. I want you to feel as comfortable here as you do in your own home. Take off your shoes, if you want. Put your feet on my couch! Help… Read More
This summer God wooed me to a study of some of the most treasured promises found in Scripture. This one was especially meaningful for me. It came when I needed to know and understand God’s forgiveness. “Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be white as snow; though they… Read More