Devotions with Denise
Lessons From A Toddler
There is nothing quite like trying to dress a toddler. Their energy knows no bounds. Their little minds are constantly thinking – what’s next? where can I go? ooo what’s up there?
The Power Of A Song
Music almost always seems to draw a crowd, doesn’t it?! I’ve been on a New York City subway platform with a crowd gathered to hear some guy play his saxophone.
Having A Spotter
Do you know what a ‘spotter’ is? Maybe the better question is ‘do you know the importance of having a spotter?’ Wikipedia says “Spotting in weight or resistance training is the act of supporting another...
Mine, Mine, Mine, Mine
There is a scene in the movie “Finding Nemo” with a group of seagulls all sitting on posts in the water, with their sights set on a crab for dinner, all calling out, “mine, mine, mine, mine”…
Casting
My experience with fishing is very limited. I think I can count on one hand the number of times I’ve gone fishing. So much waiting…so much quiet…
YOU ARE SPEEDING
We've all seen those radar speed signs typically in residential areas that flash your current speed up as you approach it. If it begins flashing your speed it's meant to be a reminder of the current speed and to slow it down.
The Old Orange Jar
I made a last-minute impulse buy when I was redecorating my daughter's bedroom a few years ago. On the way to the register, my eyes fell on this gallon-sized ceramic jar.
The Unforced Rhythms of Grace
“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it...
Stuck In The Middle
The seat NO ONE wants to sit in?...the middle seat on an airplane! You know if you've flown before you either want the window seat or the aisle seat.
Unlikely Company
I watched a tender video of a dad brushing his little girl's hair as she is sobbing. When he asks her what's wrong she chokes out, "I don't know". So he sweetly asks her if she'd like something special done with her hair.
Thanks!
Merci. Danke. Gracias. Xiexie. Grazie. Mahalo. Toda. Each of these words represent a unique people group, a culture, wishing to express one simple thing. Thanks!
Just Stay Calm
One of my favorite promises in the Bible is this: "The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm." And wow! Did God fight for His people!
Collecting What's Important
I love to collect certain things. If I love them and they bring me joy....why not??!!
Don't Pray For This!
Patience. We all need more of it...but don't ask God for it! You know the only way we learn to have more patience...is by going through the trials.
Check Your Equipment
My husband, Ken, drives for a charter bus company. Sometimes his assignments could be for just a few hours in our local vicinity. Or he could drive hundreds of miles and be gone for a few days to a week at a time.
The Fragrance
Remember the spices that the women prepared and took to the grave where Jesus' body had been laid? In those days, it was customary to use certain spices to prepare a body for burial to help overcome the smell of death.
The Good News
I can't imagine how Mary Magdalene must have felt when Jesus died on the cross. The One who had utterly changed her life, spoken and shown only love to her & everyone around her.
Plot Twists
You and I do not have the corner on drama in our lives. All it takes is 20 minutes or so of reading the Bible to know that drama is part of life.
Stay Where I Can See You
When my kiddos got old enough that I could let them play in the backyard for a while by themselves I would tell them, "Stay where I can see you!"
Look For It
We've moved four times since I've been married. The first three times we boxed up our belongings & moved our furniture and I've looked forward to the new memories we would make in our new home.
Resonators
The marimba is one of my favorite instruments to hear played. The wooden bars have a nice tone but what makes the marimba sound amazing is the long metal tubes, called resonators...
I See You
When I was a kid I loved watching a TV show for kids called "Romper Room". The host would hold up a magic mirror so she could see the kids watching at home.
The Gentle Cycle
Have you ever watched how the gentle cycle in the washing machine works? I got curious one day and ..well, you know where curiosity can lead!
Impression or Impact
One of the tips my mom taught me when I first learning to bake a cake was to open the oven and press my finger onto the top of the cake to see if it was done baking.
Decisions, Decisions
I saw an advertisement for something I'd never heard of before...an 'interactive' movie. The main character was at a crossroads in her love life and with the touch of my remote control I could help her choose which guy she should pick and watch her decision play out.
What's Your Order
When you go to a restaurant you've eaten at before do you order the same thing on the menu that you did before? I think our answer to that question may reveal a lot about us.
Seeing Value
A woman set out for a thrift store one day. Maybe she was looking for something specific. Maybe she was doing what so many others do...looking for something that was 'old to someone else and new to me'.
Who's Writing Your Story?
I love to read and I have a favorite author. Actually, I have several favorite authors. And every time one of them publishes a new book I am putting my order in as soon as it’s available!
Worship Like Breathing
If I were to ask "when is your worship service?" you would probably answer Sunday morning… at a particular time.
Hidden Treasures
Every Easter Sunday when I was growing up, my brothers and I could count on three things: a new outfit to wear to church, an Easter basket full of goodies, and an...easter egg hunt.
Schedule
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Right Song at the Right Time8:00pm - Midnight
Connecting. Strengthening.
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Right Song at the Right Time
Midnight - 6:00am
Connecting. Strengthening.
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