Be The Change 2021

Friend of a Wounded Heart

‘Once like a leaf in the wind Looking for a friend, where could you turn? You spoke the words of a prayer and you found Him there Arms open wide, love in His eyes. Jesus, He meets you where you are Jesus, He heals your secret scars All the love you’re longing for Is Jesus,… Read more »

Pray On

One of my favorite Babbie Mason lyrics for this morning. ‘When your questions go unanswered And your prayers may seem in vain; They don’t seem to make a difference They don’t seem to make a change. Just rest assured God knows your needs And He hears each time you pray Your prayers are reaching Heaven… Read more »

Thankful for the Ride

Sharing from an inspiring Carol Goldsmith Clarke post earlier today. ‘..thank the Lord for letting you have the ride.’ And I thank you for your part in my journey. Love you all. #gratefulthankfulblessed ” Life is just like an old time rail journey…delays, sidetracks, smoke, dust, cinders, and jolts, interspersed only occasionally by beautiful vistas… Read more »

Nothing Compares to the Promise

Hillsong Worship on surround wrapping up a Tuesday @ West Court–one of my favorite P&W anthems. Hope it will resonate with you as well. ‘Nothing compares to the Promise I have in You…’ Rest well Friends.   ‘My comfort, my shelter Tower of refuge and strength. Let every breath, all that I am Never cease… Read more »

God will make a way

Classic Don Moen Praise & Worship on surround this morning @ West Court–these lyrics are always a favorite. Hope it resonates with you this morning as well. Have a great Monday and beginning to November! ‘God will make a way Where there seems to be no way He works in ways we cannot see He… Read more »

Praise is the switch

‘Praise is the switch that turns on the light of joy in our lives even when it’s “dark” outside. And the resulting “light” causes others to see the glory of God in our lives. I will sing to the Lord, for He has been good to me. Psalm 13:6 – Anne Graham Lotz ‘In darkness,… Read more »

I do it anyway.

Wrapping up a wonderful birthday and rainy work day here at West Court; ‘my’ Martina Live on surround to close it out. Today’s blessings were beyond anything I deserve or think. I love you all. ‘You can spend your whole life building Something from nothin’ One storm can come and blow it all away. Build… Read more »

Flying Lessons

Well, it’s midnight. Hello ’64’, my new/old Friend. It is through the storms in life that we learn who we are, what we stand for, and then, how to fly. Flying lessons STILL every day — 23,000+ days & 63+ years in the rear view mirror of my life journey. I am so eternally grateful… Read more »

Worry

“Worry is like a rocking chair; it keeps you busy but does not bring you farther.” —Corrie ten Boom He is working it all out. — Philippians 2:13

Grace Church Downtown

My ‘neighbors’ in The Neighborhood. Actually share basement utility space with the church–and back stairs from the ‘tomb’ right into the sanctuary. For those history buffs – in the early years before FBC Greenville built their new campus – my ‘space’ was the basement rec and fellowship hall. The early morning and dusk views of… Read more »