The Stretched Community: Unconditional Love

Today I have the honor of guest posting for Jon Stolpe  at jonstolpe.com. I have followed his blog for about a year now.  From the first moment I started reading his writing I was hooked.  Here is what Jon says about himself: “I’m The Stretched Blogger.  I’m a Christ-follower first and foremost, and I’m also … Read more

My Little Firecracker! Happy Birthday Chris

What a day! I’m so miserable and it is still hot at 10 p.m. But then, what can I expect for July 2 in western Nebraska?  It looks like this baby in my belly is not going to make an appearance for my brother Mike’s 20th birthday.  Only two hours left of his birthday … … Read more

Alice Come Home, Please!

  To My Dear Sous-Chef Dish-Washing Mom, It has been two weeks since you left to spend time at my little brother Mike’s home.  I am quite sure you have had a lovely time with he and Kay.  I know you have enjoyed getting to see your granddaughters, their husbands, and your great-grandchildren.  I get … Read more

Reflection On Friday’s Soul Food

Between the natural disaster caused by tornadoes and the disasters brought on by people in power, this has been quite a week for the news media.  I can barely stand to listen to the talking heads.  Instead, I have found myself turning to the Word that never changes and the God who is the same … Read more

After The Rain

Mark 4:35-41 Jesus Calms a Storm 35 On that day, when evening had come, he said to them, “Let us go across to the other side.” 36 And leaving the crowd, they took him with them in the boat, just as he was. And other boats were with him. 37 And a great windstorm arose, and the waves … Read more