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!
“You Jew,” the one teen said. “Don’t say that. You know what Mrs. B said.” The conversation had me curious. What did Mrs. B say to her students? I happened to be substitute teaching at our local public high school one day when I overheard this conversation. So I asked: what did Mrs. B say? … More You Jew!
Dear readers, I would like to share something very precious with you. I know some of you do not personally know our family, but I hope this will be both a challenge and a blessing to you all. You probably need to know that I am very emotional right now. After spending the last two … More Jennifer’s Bible
This morning, while my husband and I were praying in the living room, a loud bang at the window got our attention. We looked at each other, wondering what it was. “Do you think it was a bird,” I asked. Tom went out onto the porch, and there lying on the ground was a little … More Birdie, Birdie in My Window
“And for this cause God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie:” 2 Thessalonians 2:11 What a powerful statement! To be deceived by a strong, diabolical lie – this is our enemy’s greatest tactic. Should we be surprised? Actually, he’s not very creative – this was his first line of defense … More Strong Delusions
They looked to me for leadership, even though I did not want it – didn’t deserve it; however, He was gone and I had been the one to lead. Gone! After three years of indescribable joy and happiness, now He was gone! Those hours after his crucifixion were the lowest points of my life. All … More Do you love me?
After the demise of our first rooster, we were “roosterless” for quite some time. As the months passed, a dear friend gave us another rooster; however by then, the hens were fully grown and our new rooster was just a banty rooster (which means he was small). When we put him in the pen, the … More Draw Nigh to God
I’ve taught piano lessons for nearly forty years, (I started teaching when I was two 🙂 ) and I’ve had all kind of students! One of the most common statements that I hear is, “I played it perfect at home!” One of the greatest blessings about teaching piano is knowing how many of those students are … More Practice Makes Perfect!
Perhaps you’re unfamiliar with the acronym for the word PRAY: P – Praise R – Repent A – Ask Y – Yield This morning, I woke from one of those dreams that make you mad at your innocent husband. 🙂 Poor fellow – thankfully, I awoke first for a change, and by 5:15, I was out on the … More P-raise R A Y!
And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity. Matthew 7: 23 This is a very sobering statement. It wields even more dread when we realize that it was said by our Loving Savior, Jesus Christ. Why would He say such a thing, and to whom … More I Never Knew You
When I began this journey, everyone said it would take about two years to publish a book and they were right! Now the day is here and all I feel is numb! Here’s the info: You can visit http://www.kirkdalepress.com and find the book and an author bio there, or go directly to http://vyrso.com/product/30540/twelve-smooth-stones. This is … More Twelve Smooth Stones to be Published March 20!
