The night was long and full of despair. Finally morning came, but everything felt hopeless. The clouds hung low and dark. Listlessly, Matthias walked the streets. The day seemed like it would never end. That evening, however, Matthias was drawn Read more
The morning came and with it more heartache for Matthias. The soldiers throughout the night and on into the morning had spit upon Jesus, slapped him and made fun of Him. Tears coursed down Matthias’ face as he watched them Read more
A portion of Matthias Meets Jesus by Holly Miller Matthias is a small boy living on the streets of Jerusalem. He longs to meet Jesus but feels like Jesus wouldn’t want to meet him because of his sins. He follows the Read more
As I crested the rise in the road, the low rolling hills stretched out before me; time seemed to turn its hands back to the 1700’s as I slowed for the rhythmic sound of horse hooves and whir of buggy Read more
Winter weather forecasts had me second guessing my planned trip to the Northwestern part of Pennsylvania. With prayers, I began my journey. As the wheels of my vehicle hummed along the road the speakers filled my space with a story Read more
The appointment calendar was crammed, the to-do list was overwhelming. Voices filled the air, ”Mom, I want to talk to you.” Mom, where’s my socks?” “When’s supper?” All calling for a piece of me. A project started and never finished, laundry sorted but not washed, and Read more
Water and Ice. The dripping of water, the ice-glazed trees and the hard decision to cancel church service has made my heart quiet and thoughtful. These two words water and ice reminded me of a science lesson I was teaching Read more
God travels the winding roads of our life to bring us to the place of repentance, forgiveness and change. Judah’s life was full of undesirable choices, selfish gain and thoughtless actions. To some, he looked too far gone to change. Too far Read more