Like millions of other people, I love Chip and Joanna Gaines. Their show on HGTV, "Fixer Upper," is one of the things I look forward to every week. In addition to how they bring beauty to the world through their... Continue Reading →
The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want. ~ Psalm 23:1 There are no two ways about it: I’m an urbanite. I grew up in the city (mostly), went to college in the city, and have lived all my... Continue Reading →
Most folks who know me know that I love Starbucks iced chai. The deliciousness slides down my throat with such ease, such refreshment! Milky and sweet, with just a bit of kick at the end. I’m salivating. It used to... Continue Reading →
But now this is what the LORD says, He who created you, o Jacob, He who formed you, o Israel: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are mine.” ~ Isaiah 43:1 Standing... Continue Reading →
Happy Friday! I've been listening to this song on repeat quite a bit in the last few months. For me, it has the effect of soothing my fears, reminding me of God's power and promises. It's such beautiful music. I... Continue Reading →
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your... Continue Reading →
On a recent roadtrip up I-85, I came across a sign, warning "BRIDGE ICES BEFORE ROAD." You know the one I'm talking about. Yellow diamond, right before a bridge. I was up in the Appalachains, and for a split second,... Continue Reading →
Don't worry. I'm not forming some kind of fascist religious group. But “submission is liberation” is written underneath a rather unlikely passage of my Bible. I noticed it the other day as I was puzzling over what it means to be surrendered or... Continue Reading →
Today I am struck once again by the words of one my favorite hymns: Jesus, I am resting, resting in the joy of what Thou art;I am finding out the greatness of Thy loving heart.Thou hast bid me gaze... Continue Reading →
Becca Hermes 