Photographing traffic on the interstate at night is always fun. The creative possibilities are far-reaching. Of course, since God has been creative from the beginning of time, He passed this valuable attribute on to His children. We see proof of it throughout the world, in almost endless expression. Some may think that human creativity is limited to things like photography, painting or home decor. And if we're so inclined, we might reach farther to architecture, engine

My soul shall make its boast in the Lord; the humble shall hear of it and be glad. Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together - Psalm 34:2-3. When I get up early to spend time with the Lord in my prayer room, first I light one or more candles. (This is not a "religious" thing. I do it because meeting with God is special.) Then I open the mini-blinds so I can watch the dawn. I'm in a rural location, so I feel sure that no one is looking in at me.

O Lord God of hosts, who is mighty like You, O Lord? Your faithfulness also surrounds You - Psalm 89:8. For the past ten years, I've wondered how I would ever retire. My worst imagination was working until I was so old that I would be asked to leave. I hoped that wouldn't be the case, and I looked to God for help. I leaned on His word for support, and I faithfully tithed. Then the day came when God directed me to retire. I was afraid to do it because of financial co

As children, my sisters and I would sometimes play church. We had visited an Episcopal service and were captivated by the formal ceremony, especially the lighting of candles. Now as an adult, when I go into my prayer room to talk with God, I always light a candle, even if daylight is streaming in. I do this to mark the time as special—as being worthy of candlelight—and to invite the Holy Spirit. I've done this for several years, so now in my interaction with the Lord, ca