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, and podcaster. "Beyond Common Sense" is a place where I share "Lessons Learned While Walking with Jesus." I have found that not only is God everywhere, but He teaches us through our experiences and 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!
Seek the balance, which is good advice in every issue. You alone know when you can or cannot deal with things, but don’t be afraid to take the next step forward. Healing will happen if we continue to move forward, hand in hand with those who care, especially the One who knows you best. … More Psalm 146–God’s Doing, My Healing
My website is called “Beyond Common Sense” for a reason. As believers, we often need to make decisions that go beyond what commons sense is telling us. Isn’t that what the first-century Christian’s did that landed them in the death arenas of Rome? Sadly, today many do not even get to the point of common … More Corrie Ten Boom “Sexsin?”
Where do you live spiritually? Does it even matter? … More The Creepy, Gunky North Side
as Mom spit venom at me all day it was reflected off my shield of faith and did not bruise my heart. I was able to love her, care for her, continue with kindness … More When Will it End? It Did.
Quick update on what’s happening in my corner! … More UPDATE:
Taking this figurative cup was the source of Jesus’ greatest agony on the cross. … More Day of Extremes
Life’s choices can be difficult to make, but just like Abraham, who went out not knowing where he was going, we can trust God for the hardest AND the seemingly easiest choice! LISTEN AND BE KIND!!
Hopefully, we are coming to church to focus on worshiping God through every aspect of the service. It’s not all about us—it’s all about Him and His glory! … More Spirit-filled, Stress-free Worship
Poetry is an odd thing. It springs up at the strangest moments! This morning while doing my devotions on Psalm 23, I was inspired! The booklet that I’m using suggested writing out the psalm in my own words, and for the last verse I wrote: “There is absolutely no doubt that Your goodness—all those wonderful … More In My Father’s House
It takes humility. It takes submission to God’s ways. It takes prayer, but doesn’t that make sense to go to the only One who can change us and give us the strength to make a difference. … More Besetting, Ensnaring, Clinging Sin?
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