Category Archives: purpose

Generosity: The best of God’s spiritual fruit all rolled into one!

Posted on June 15, 2023 by Heart of the Matter

Generosity—the epitome of godly character. It is, at once: love, kindness, faithfulness and selflessness—a spring bouquet of spiritual fruit. Generosity comes in many forms. For instance, there is the act of giving one’s time to help another human being in … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Motherhood

Posted on May 9, 2023 by Heart of the Matter

I was recently asked to say a few words at a luncheon celebrating motherhood at my church. It was a beautiful time with several moms of all ages and stages sharing thoughts and encouragement on motherhood. I was asked to … Continue reading →

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Taking Care of Aging Parents: It’s Not for Wimps!

Posted on April 23, 2023 by Heart of the Matter

Today was a very busy day. Along with searching for a dress for my son’s upcoming wedding and shopping for groceries, I spent several hours at a nursing/rehab facility in our town at the bedside of my sweet 91 year … Continue reading →

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Jesus Loves Me This I Know…But is God Still Holy?

Posted on March 9, 2023 by Heart of the Matter

How do you read the Bible? Do you look for verses here and there or a small tidbit to help you understand your current life situation? Do you look for passages to justify a stance you have taken or an … Continue reading →

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Generosity: The best of God’s spiritual fruit all rolled into one!

Posted on April 20, 2022 by Heart of the Matter

Generosity—the epitome of godly character. It is, at once: love, kindness, faithfulness and selflessness—a spring bouquet of spiritual fruit. Generosity comes in many forms. For instance, there is the act of giving one’s time to help another human being in … Continue reading →

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