by Steven Baines | Apr 10, 2019 | News
Wednesday, April 10 The Spanish poet Antonio Machado once wrote: “Traveler, there is no path; paths are made by walking.” I’ve had the opportunity to travel. With each journey, I’ve learned so much about other places and cultures. I’ve learned how beautiful this world...
by Steven Baines | Apr 9, 2019 | News
Tuesday, April 9 The beginning of this passage, often known as “The Triumphal Entry,” is exciting. It brings us memories of parades. We wave palm branches at church. We can’t help but smile. And to some degree, we can even personally relate, as we ourselves have...
by Steven Baines | Apr 8, 2019 | News
Monday, April 8 “If they keep quiet, the stones along the road will burst into cheers!” Luke 19:40 (Living Bible) Like any new mother, I have received lots of parenting advice over the past six months. Some unsolicited, most helpful, all well intended. But my favorite...
by Steven Baines | Apr 7, 2019 | News
Sunday, April 7 Note: Writers on Sundays were asked to address the power of psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs in their lives. Music is a powerful tool as it is truly the language of the heart. The words of a song heard, learned, and sung get inside not only my head...
by Steven Baines | Apr 6, 2019 | News
Saturday, April 6 Loved ones are understandingly anxious and nervous knowing the health of one much loved is in danger. But even when Jesus received word “Lord, the one you love is sick,” the disciples took their time – staying two more days before concluding, “Let us...
