How often do you blog?

 

Someone asked me if I would post every day. I asked them if they would read it every day. They said no. That was the best thing news I’ve heard in a long time. Why do I want to wrestle with words and hope to find some meaning for the reader? That’s not joyful for anyone.

I want you to know that I’ve prayed over this blog to use as part of my ministry to talk about issues that are placed on my heart. The biggest thing I’ve noted when I talk to people is their lack of true security. Everything is about image, feelings, and self-doubt. People are lonely. Children are lacking hands-on attention.

To be sure, I will write about these things and more. I am not one dimensional. I love to read, so I’ll share it. Cooking is a passion. Don’t worry I’ll post that, too. Sometimes I get a funny thing on my brain, and I will throw it out there because surely someone besides me needs it! Don’t get complacent. I’m all over the board!!!

Just know when I write, I want it to be real and relevant. If it’s not then I’m rambling, and at that point we all need to get a life!

Blessings! Have a wonderful week!!!

Discovering More About The Power of God’s Story: A Visit to Billy Graham’s Training Center at the Cove

 For Christmas Dallas and I were given a gift certificate by very special friends to attend a teaching conference at the Billy Graham’s Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, North Carolina. I had been looking at their ministry schedule for three years hoping to attend classes one day. You cannot imagine how excited I was for the prompting to finally go. In January, I booked us into the Senior Celebration.

I truly had no expectations except to hear God’s Word. On our drive over this past week, I prayed for a word or scripture that I could carry away for growth and spiritual enrichment. I had no clue who the spiritual leaders were or the entertainers. I just knew God would show up, and I would be blessed.

The drive to Asheville was beautiful. As we entered The Cove, there was an immediate feeling of beauty, serenity, and peace. The lodge was quaint, nestled into a knoll, and surrounded by blooming rhododendrons, azaleas, and daffodils. We were greeted and escorted through the main hall of the lodge down to our room. When we opened the door, we gasped. One whole wall was a window, exposing a steep incline of rock, flowers, and dense foliage. At this point, I wanted to stay . . . forever! No TV, no radio, and little to no cellphone reception. I thought Dallas would whine, but he didn’t.

Our next venture was to go to the Training Center to register. The story of Billy and Ruth Bell Graham’s life in ministry, and their impact in evangelism covered the lower level floor’s walls. You could imagine their lives being intertwined with God’s as they yielded to His business.

I want to tell you more about the ministry sessions we attended, but for now I want you to see a few of the pictures on Billy Graham and his ministry. I’ll share more in other posts. God bless you always!