Author Archives: joyocala

Dorothy Norwood, a well-known gospel singer and songwriter, is best known for her song, “Somebody Prayed For Me.”  We read that throughout her life she faced repeated obstacles and challenges.   In the midst of these trials and tribulations she was … Continue reading →

War. Turmoil. Politics. Trials. Excessive government expenditures. Debt. Plagues. Terror.  W-e-l-l….my head sometimes goes into the sand when these topics become the main choices of conversation. Proverbs 16:24 “Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to … Continue reading →

On the third day of the unfolding of God’s creation plan, vegetation, nature and big pieces of the puzzle were beginning to meld together. His plan, His map, His brochure for The Best Places to visit…He created it all! Elaborate … Continue reading →

One of the most challenging things about writing this weekly blog is thinking up a title for the piece that will capture the reader’s attention and give a hint of the topic. So, what does the title “Titles” mean?  Well, … Continue reading →

Here’s another question of Jesus for us to ponder.  “For what will it profit them to gain the whole world and forfeit their life?” (Mark 8:36).   This is a question that can be considered at a lot of levels. … Continue reading →

When my grandkids were little, they spent the entire summer with us at the lake. I started each summer with an ample supply of colorful childrens’ Band-Aids, ready for needy little cuts and scrapes. Grammy’s Band-Aids were fun! If a … Continue reading →

I am “cheating” today, relaying to you what was passed on to me once upon a time… 1. Jesus instructed us to make disciples and of course to be disciples. In sharing faith (evangelizing), we as Christians are transformed. 2. … Continue reading →

“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’”  Matthew 25:40. When we help someone who is in need, we are also … Continue reading →

For many years, the expression of “Let Go and Let God” has appeared on bumper stickers, cards, social media posts and used in conversations. It is one of those statements that is short and to the point.  We, as flawed humans, … Continue reading →

We often think we know what is best for ourselves, but do we?  We pray for what we WANT and not what we NEED and then wonder why God doesn’t answer our prayers.  He does answer our prayers, but just … Continue reading →