Weekly column by Kaelyn Pfenning
A joyful heart is good medicine.
At this time of year, we often hear about giving thanks, but sometimes the Giver is left out of the picture.
James 1:17 says, “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.”
Humility comes before honor.
On Veteran’s Day last Friday, people around the country showed honor to those who have served in wars fought by our nation.
These men and women shared something in common: humility.
At times, peace can seem very allusive.
With unprecedented elections, rising violence and unpredictable storms, life is so easily thrown out of our control.
It is understandable how we get overwhelmed.
Every season of life brings new challenges along with joys, trials along with adventures and tears along with laughter.
God’s timing is perfect.
My best friend, Brad Cashman, took me to a lookout near Paris Mountain to watch the sunset this past Saturday night.
As we arrived, another couple followed, talking loudly, and mosquitoes surrounded us.
We drove away with Brad noticeably upset and talked briefly about some ideas for the morning.
A simple flower can bring a smile.
Last Wednesday, people across the country handed out flowers as part of the “Petal It Forward” campaign.
Here, in Greer, bouquets of flowers brightened several peoples’ days.
Fall is finally here.
Colorful leaves, hot apple cider and cool mornings are truly a blessing to behold. Hayrides, fall festivals and bonfires draw family and friends together.
Each season holds reasons to give thanks and challenges to cause growth.
I love thunderstorms.
When I lived in Africa as a child, we—the other missionary kids and me—would slide down a hill into a muddy puddle at the bottom.
We also played flashlight tag in the large dorm building where we lived.
Ultimately, my hope is in the Maker of heaven and earth, not in a politician who is here today and gone tomorrow.
Psalm 103:15-16 says, “As for man, his days are like grass; he flourishes like a flower of the field; for the wind passes over it, and it is gone, and its place knows it no more.”
Every day seems to bring another reason to worry.
Families are being torn apart from every angle. Cities are being destroyed by riots. Our government is overreaching its boundaries.
Even if we do not turn on the news or read the stories, sooner or later, we are bound to talk with someone who shares what is happening.
Most of us want to be happy.
To find happiness, we try every manner of activity; however, only one thing is needed: trust in the Lord.
We are often happy when we get our own way—at least for a time.
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