TRUE BEAUTY “Do not let your adornment be merely outward – arranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fine apparel – rather let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of […]
Laurie Davis
Devotion: Thankfulness and Gratitude
Thankfulness and Gratitude “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV) The holiday season is upon us, and the word “thankfulness” comes to mind. But let’s remember to be in continual prayer and thanksgiving […]
Letters from the Past – John Jr talks about hunting “bigger” game
H8 Co. 254 InfantryPostmasterNew York City, NY Tuesday, Dec. 12, 1944 Dear Folks,Here I am again. I am now in France, but I can’t tell you what part for security reasons. We had a mail call last night and was I ever happy. I received eleven letters. They were from […]
Devotion: Seeking Comfort
Seeking Comfort “The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God stands forever.” – Isaiah 40:8 (NKJV) Comfort means different things to different people. For me, comfort can be a warm mug of hot chocolate on a cold dreary day. I also think of comfort when I […]
Letters from the Past: John, Jr endures heat-scorched road march
August 23, 1944Wednesday night Co. A, 8 Bn., 2nd Regt.Fort George Meade, MarylandU.S. Army Dear Folks, Here I am again. I just got back from bivouac a few hours ago. I cleaned my equipment and then took a shower. Boy, was that ever refreshing. I sure was tired. We started […]
Devotion: Acquiring Wisdom
Acquiring Wisdom “For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.” – Proverbs 2:6 (NIV) A good friend of mine recently asked me about wisdom. I loved that she came to me with this because it gave me pause. How do we acquire wisdom? I know many people […]
In My Opinion
In My Opinion I have to admit I have a few pet peeves, but the one weighing on my mind lately is what I call “the mask defeasance.” The havoc that wearing a mask to help control and stop Covid-19 has caused, in adults, seems so childish. I’m not talking […]
Devotion: Pray For and Support our Leaders
Pray For and Support our Leaders “I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. (2) Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and […]
Letters from the Past: John, Jr has a problem with wrist watches
July 04, 1944Friday night Co. A, 8 Bn., 2nd Regt.Fort George Meade, MarylandU.S. Army Dear Ma and Pa, I am going to be on k.p. tomorrow, so I thought I would drop you a few lines tonight. Do you know that watch that I was telling you that I bought? […]
Devotion: Making Decisions
“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘this is the way; walk in it.’” – Isaiah 30:21 (NIV) As a young widow, I found it hard to make decisions, any decision. I remember when every little thing was […]