Names in Hebrew are chosen with great care. Parents believe that the name they choose points to the destiny of the child's life, their character and their purpose. God also was particular in declaring the names of His Son. Isaiah 9:6 is a bold declaration and I've dug into each name to discover it's treasure. … Continue reading Unto Us a Child is Born
Author: Mary Ellen Wright
When God Opens a Door You Don’t Want to Walk Through
Mike and I continued serving the Lord in different churches with varied levels of commitment for the next couple of years. There were good days and struggles. God gave us an open door, but we didn't see it at the time. The chasm between Mike and me got wider and wider, and the fear grew … Continue reading When God Opens a Door You Don’t Want to Walk Through
Washtub Sled
During this time of year my mind wanders back to memories of my growing up. Rather than press on with my book this week, I pulled out this piece to share. May it stir some great memories for you or give you a better picture of what love looks like. Feet scrunched together in rubber boots, we … Continue reading Washtub Sled
December Song for Trees and Hearts
Dance you now in morning breezes Sway and twirl against the wind Dropping treasures of your harvest Without care or fear or whim. Ease you now in colder weather Bare your bones, send roots down deep Anchored rest for unknown season Winter’s nap your soul to keep. Days are damp and mornings chilling Fog hangs … Continue reading December Song for Trees and Hearts
Sabbath Poem
I was going through my files yesterday in search of this poem. Grateful that I saved it on paper, because it didn't get transferred onto my new computer. May God pull out any stress or tension and replace it with His peace. Shabbat Shalom. (the picture..the home of a friend) On another snowy Sabbath I … Continue reading Sabbath Poem
Fiery Love – More Memorable Than Fireworks
The next couple of weeks stretched out in silence. I sensed the tension growing but was not wanting to start a fire, so I measured my words with care. On July 1 I went to a meeting leaving Mike and Sarah at home. Later I discovered they’d spent two hours discussing life, fears, divorce, and … Continue reading Fiery Love – More Memorable Than Fireworks
Who Do You Say That I Am?
Here is a message that I taught on December 4, 2016. The answer to this question is visible to every person we meet, every day. The video quality suffers some as the tape progresses but the audio is fine. Pray that you are blessed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wjRAgcJwa4
Storm Warning, Run to the Rock
The vision of our oneness lingered in the background forever promising things to come. But, Mikes’ and my relationship continued on shaky ground. As our church plant grew, the tensions at home increased as well. In July 1990, the undercurrent of anger, fear, and distrust erupted. I felt the first tremors in June. Here are … Continue reading Storm Warning, Run to the Rock
I Was Hoping for a Sprint, But the Assignment Was a Marathon
The folding metal chair at our church gathering creaked as I tried to find a comfortable position. I never remember them being this hard before. It was not the chair at all, but my body still tense with the cold sendoff I got when I left home this evening. Mike and I had not worshiped … Continue reading I Was Hoping for a Sprint, But the Assignment Was a Marathon
In the Midst of Pain, He Brings Peace
The party was over. here The phone that had been ringing without stop grew silent over the next few weeks. We forwarded all calls to the main headquarters. We did our best to honor the requests of the officials to keep the details of our departure unspoken. Meanwhile, the pastor pursued a Vineyard church affiliation. Several … Continue reading In the Midst of Pain, He Brings Peace
Hear God's Heart 