by Ruth Schmeckpeper | Jul 24, 2020 | Small Talk
Jesus is the Light of the WorldFlickering flames of light fascinate me. Even the tiniest flame in a totally dark room brings a hope that dispels darkness. When I sit in darkness, looking at the light, I feel a warmth and connectedness to it. I feel at peace.Jesus...
by Ruth Schmeckpeper | Jul 24, 2020 | Small Talk
Let Your Light Shine Matthew 5:16 – Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. When I walk in my neighborhood, I am encouraged by messages I discover. I love the cheery chalk-colored pictures and...
by Ruth Schmeckpeper | Dec 26, 2019 | Small Talk
Can you imagine the sheer joy of the shepherds on the night they got their first Christmas card? A host of heavenly angels broke through the darkness and proclaimed the birth of Jesus in song and glorious light. The shepherds hurried to the manger expecting to...
by Ruth Schmeckpeper | Jul 18, 2019 | Small Talk
The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV)The stack of textbooks grew until she could barely see over the top. My mother vividly remembers her first...
by Ruth Schmeckpeper | Jun 26, 2019 | Small Talk
In memory of Charles Perkins, October 25, 1933 – June 16, 2018 Written by Dale Perkins My brother, Dale Perkins, wrote this reflective list after our father passed away. It’s been a year without my dad, but the wisdom he lived and imparted remains dear to...
by Ruth Schmeckpeper | Apr 2, 2019 | Small Talk
But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation, I will sing to the Lord for he has been good to me. Psalm 13:5-6 You, O Lord, are the lover of my soul. Transform me day by day into the person you want me to be. Help me reflect your glory....