Who am I? So many labels can be applied to any of our lives. I'm a born-again follower of Jesus Christ, a pastor's wife, an author, mother, grandmother, musician, and blogger. "Beyond Common Sense" is a place where I share lessons that I have learned while walking with Jesus. I have found that not only is God everywhere, but He teaches us through our experiences and through common, ordinary examples from His world. From the inchworm to the tragedy of my husband's fall, all of these hold timeless truths handed to us by our heavenly Father to draw us closer to Him. How wonderful! What a privilege to share some of those lessons... with you!
Lately, it seems as though I hear about another person having cancer every other day, and age, gender, and lifestyle are inconsequential. For us, it has hit very close to home on several fronts, and, to be quite honest, it’s very unnerving. Will I be next? Can I do anything to prevent it from happening … More The Indiscriminate Killer
When trials or hard times come, is there any way through them except with God’s Grace? https://www.spreaker.com/episode/40705724
He puts us in these places to continue to shape us into the mold that He knows is best! Only trust Him. … More No Home
My mom celebrated her 85th birthday this past Saturday. What a milestone! And what a wonderful time to pause and reflect and honor this wonderful, simple, common sense woman! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/40345705
Each day we play a duet with our good Teacher—it’s His grace and power that carry the melody of our spiritual lives. … More A Divine Duet
What trial or difficulty is trying to steal away your joy? The joy of the Lord is our strength and for that reason Satan works of doubly hard to snatch our joy away and make us weak in the faith. Take a look at some of the “great joy” passages in the Bible with me. … More Sustaining Joy
Don’t let theses crazy days get you down. God has it all planned out. The days may seem dark and full of lies and confusion, but evil men who hate God will never prevail over God’s plan. … More God’s Secrets
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/39835407 A bit of an odd question, but in these times of shutdown it’s good to take stock and think about how we ARE living?
This one is for my old geezer friends! Are you struggling with the fact of getting old? We are all in the same boat. Here’s just a few words of encouragement and advice–from one old geezer to another! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/38839702
Would you be a feather-bed warrior, instead of bearing the rough fight of love? He who dares the most, shall win the most; and if rough be your path of love, tread it boldly, still loving your neighbors (no matter their color) through thick and thin. … More Love Your Neighbor (no matter his color)
