One morning I woke up with a stiff neck and a throbbing headache. I have arthritis in my neck from a past injury that causes occasional headaches, but this one was...

Every week I travel 20 kilometers by bus to my workplace. One summer day on the bus, I sat next to a couple traveling with their young son. They only had...

I was attempting to process a document for the senior center where I volunteer, but the sender wanted an electronic signature. On a good day I can master email, but I...

Several years ago, I accepted a new position as an organist at a church with thousands of members. As I walked through the church’s massive doors on my first Sunday, I...

As a teenager, I was often asked, “How is your relationship with God?” I was unsure how to respond because I could not hear the voice of God as it seemed...

Years ago, an assistant pastor of the church to which I belonged at that time spoke to me in such angry tones that I wanted to change churches. However, since I...

I moved from Moscow to North Carolina to live with my daughter and son-in-law. Since they worked many hours, I often stayed at home alone. Three months after moving I didn’t...

We went on a family trip to the coast last summer. As always, the chance to spend time at the beach was wonderful. O ne morning my sister and I woke...

Many years ago on a beautiful fall afternoon, I was on a walk with my dad and our dog. The dirt road was bordered by woods on both sides. As the...

As a first-grade teacher, I have a deep commitment to teach children about God and God’s word. Often, I am inspired by the students’ enthusiasm when I hear them express their...