Tag Archives: fruit

Hills and Valleys

The other day, I hiked a state park trail with many hills and valleys. It was a hard trail for me, but I saw some beautiful scenery that refreshed my soul. I felt a renewed vigor and enthusiasm for life. Sometimes the beauty of God’s creation can do that for me. Even though I hadContinue reading “Hills and Valleys”

Hard Times

Most people recognize that hard times can teach us many things. We have this truth demonstrated in many areas of life. It is through difficult exercise that muscles develop. It is through new and problematic tasks on the job that we are prepared for bigger assignments and promotions. Unfortunately, it can be through hard timesContinue reading “Hard Times”

Follow His Word

If we listen to the words of law enforcement officers and follow the guidelines of the law, we can live uprightly in the sight of society. If we listen to our teachers, we will not only learn the subject matter, but also gain information and skills that will benefit our lives and the lives ofContinue reading “Follow His Word”

Nature Hikes

Since I had a brain tumor removed five years ago, I have taken up walking or hiking. My favorite places to hike are on nature trails through nature preserves and state parks. And my favorite time to hike is early morning. If I can catch a beautiful sunrise, I am all that much happier. IContinue reading “Nature Hikes”