His Crown Jewels

His Crown Jewels

By RaeLynn DeAngelis David’s son, Solomon, was instructed to build a magnificent temple—a dwelling place for the LORD. He took his job very seriously, making sure that only the finest materials were used in the Temple’s construction. Materials such as pure gold,...
Fractured, But Not Forever

Fractured, But Not Forever

By Rhonda Stinson As I sat waiting in the doctor’s office, I watched the fish swimming around in the gigantic tank that rested next to my seat. I find it interesting to observe how living creatures react to one another and to the world around them. Finally, my...
Honest, He Will

Honest, He Will

By Tanya JolliffeGeorge Washington said, “Honesty is the best policy.” My parents repeated that saying occasionally, and my high school volleyball coach taught me its importance. The coach wanted her players to always be honest. She wanted players who...
A Lust for Youth

A Lust for Youth

By Rhonda Stinson “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” As of late, I have noticed signs of aging. My skin is now wrinkling, my bones hurt, my muscles ache, and my eyes are dimming. It’s hard to watch the effects of time degrade our fleshly human...
Come As You Are

Come As You Are

By RaeLynn DeAngelis   Gerry and I had been invited to our friend’s birthday celebration. It was on the same day we were to attend a funeral service for a friend. I thought to myself, how ironic. Two celebrations on the same day, one celebrating life...