It is There I Met Jesus There I sat in the tiny room waiting for the ultrasound tech to enter. Huddled in the corner I had brought an audience. Included was my dad who had never been to an ultrasound appointment before. I couldn't believe my eyes as she scanned my slightly engorged belly. Twins. Could it be? Two precious bundles of joy lay feet to feet. "Two!" I exclaimed. ... Read More »
The Cherished Moments: Face to Face with New Life
Face to Face with New Life Much of my life was not spent in living an abundant life in Christ. Sure, I thought that I had a life. Sure, I thought it was eternal. But I had never really sat face to face with Jesus. In fact, I had spent much of my time running in the opposite direction. New life wasn't something I grasped. The most well-known verse in the Bible, John 3:16, ... Read More »
The Cherished Moments: Face to Face with My Salvation
Face to Face with My Salvation I accepted Christ as my Savior when I was a preteen. Growing up in the church the message was clear on what I needed to do to have him live in my heart. I knew that I was a sinner and that the only way to have a relationship with Him was to ask Him to ask for forgiveness and ask Him to come into my heart. What I didn't know at the time was what ... Read More »
The Cherished Moments: Face to Face with My Redeemer
Face to Face with My Redeemer There she stood. Eyes welling up with tears. She was so close. Just inches from Him. He had healed the sick and raised the dead. Certainly, there was hope for a woman like her. Making it into this room this close, she couldn't contain her emotion. Just like a fresh spring shower, the tears poured out of her. Onto His feet. To the feet of her ... Read More »
The Cherished Moments: Face to Face with a Friend
Face to Face with a Friend Those times when you sit down with a dear friend, face to face, are treasured. They may be so impactful that you remember them for a lifetime. The advice they gave, the listening ear they turned your way, or just the support you treasure so dearly. This kind of time in the Word and with Jesus is also a treasured moment. I remember some of the ... Read More »