by Jenny Harrison Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. Matthew 16:24 (NIV) I love my church! More specifically, I love the people in my church because in reality the people are the church. My particular church… Continue reading Fan or Follower?
Category: Scattered Seeds
Simple Reminders
by Michelle Welch “When I said, My foot is slipping, Your mercy and loving-kindness, O Lord, held me up. In the multitude of my [anxious] thoughts within me, Your comforts cheer and delight my soul!” Psalm 94:18-19 (NIV) This holiday season has been especially difficult for me. Family responsibilities, the stress of separation due… Continue reading Simple Reminders
Transitions
by Dennis Ensor Because of recent conversations I’ve had with several people and because of some things I’ve been reading and a look back at some of my own experiences I feel the need to talk about life transitions—not all transitions, but the excruciatingly painful kind. I’m talking about the kind of transitions that usually… Continue reading Transitions
Excess Baggage
by Jenny Harrison “We are all one big, mixed bag.” ~~ Dale Harrison (Jenny’s husband) I love my husband’s perspective. He is a quiet man with much wisdom. If asked, he would disagree with the description of wisdom. Did I mention he is humble too? In our conversations, we have come to the conclusion that… Continue reading Excess Baggage
A Pony for Christmas
A repost from December 24, 2012… by Michelle Welch But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:13-14 (NIV84) There are those of us with sadness in… Continue reading A Pony for Christmas
Portraits
by Deb Evans Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring. Proverbs 27:1 (NIV) Don’t put off portraits….you may run out of time. I hear it all the time… We really want to have a family portrait, but, let’s wait until…. Let’s just photograph the kids this time…… Continue reading Portraits
The Advent Season
Reposted from December 10, 2012: by Michelle Welch “While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in clothes and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.” Luke 2:6-7 (NIV) I spent… Continue reading The Advent Season
A Heart of Thanks
By Chassidy Carroll While the wind howls in my window tonight, I’m thinking about a sweet old man who eats at the Salvation Army. His normal toothless smile faded earlier today when someone mentioned the weather. “I’m not looking forward to the cold.” His quiet words reflected on many of the dear faces in line… Continue reading A Heart of Thanks
Thanksgiving Message From Freida
I am Freida Harrison, the oldest of the group, but not necessarily the wisest! It is an honor to be called “friend” by Jenny and Michelle—two sweet ladies with wonderful hearts who love our Savior and radiate a beautiful light for Him. Our journey has been an amazing one. God has blessed us beyond words… Continue reading Thanksgiving Message From Freida
Thanksgiving Message From Michelle
As Jenny said yesterday, we wanted to share a more personal side of ourselves this week instead of a list of blessings. If you missed yesterday’s blog please take a moment to catch up. Don’t forget that tomorrow you will get to meet Freida as well. It is our most sincere desire that you know… Continue reading Thanksgiving Message From Michelle