Comforts of Grace

Finally, brothers and sisters... whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable... think about such things... and the God of peace will be with you.  ~Philippians 4:8-9 Morning sunrise April 21, 2021.   Peace.   Joy.   Gentleness. Izzy says, "By my measurements, I'd say about 3 inches." Yep! Noon sunshine ushering in 50 degrees outside. 24 hours later... it's a typical Indiana spring. For Him,

God's candy.  That's how our youngest son, Austin, deliciously described sun-warmed, fresh picked strawberries as sweet juice trickled down his little chin.   I savor that precious mama memory every year during picking season. As we patiently waited to pick the ruby red "candy" this year, we were reminded of God's faithfulness, goodness, and delicious joy for such a time as this. "Look for the fruit," the Lord always whispers as I seek His guidance throughout my days.  It's all around us ... if we pause and look.   Let the fruits of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control be your trusted guide, especially during this difficult season of 2020. For Him,