Monthly Archives August 2012

Train up a child in the way he should go, Even when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6

Teachers come in all shapes and sizes; tall, short, large, small, young, old, male, and female. They vary in ethnicity as well as religious preference. Some teach in elementary, middle or high school, while others are called Professors in College. Then there are those who somehow manage to blend both family and classroom by teaching their children at home. To all of you, we pay tribute.

Today is the first day of school in our area. Many awoke early in anticipation of beginning a new year of educating our children to the best of their ability. They also find themselves faced with the challenges that come with such a huge responsibility.

Some Teachers will have a few students who are...

Greetings,

I am stepping away from my usual devotional style of writing today. I’ve been so busy with many other aspects of life the last month or so that I haven’t had much time for writing. Today I’d just like to take a moment to send some thoughts your way. This is unedited, so please forgive any mistakes. I hope and pray this will bless and encourage you.

Many years ago I was privileged to attend a Christian business women’s luncheon where I found myself both mesmerized and tearful while listening to the guest speaker. She was speaking about how God prunes us so we will bear more beautiful fruit in the future.

I am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me and I in him, he bears much fruit, for apart from Me you can do nothing. John 15:5 NASB

It was the first time I’...