Walking With God In The Garden

As an avid gardener I often reflect on my love of it as if it is a remnant sewed into my inner being of Gods desire for us to care for the Garden of Eden. How perfect of a job for someone like me to tend to a pristine Garden filled with all of Gods … Continue reading Walking With God In The Garden

Christian Meditation – Its a Beautiful Thing

Meditation is not just for eastern religions as some may assume. As Christians we are instructed to meditate on Gods Word daily. But what does that mean? Meditate? It means that we spend time in stillness, reflecting on what a scripture means or the wonderful things God has done for us with a thankful heart. … Continue reading Christian Meditation – Its a Beautiful Thing

You Are My Rock & My Refuge

Today has been "one of those days" in which I realize that the world is indeed sinful and full of wickedness. Just one of those days that the enemy seemed to be around every corner antagonizing my inner peace through vile displays of the darker side of unchecked human nature. Sometimes on days like this … Continue reading You Are My Rock & My Refuge

Who Am I

My name is Tamara. I am a mother of 4 children; Elliott 21, Laurel 19, Jacob 15, and Richie 13. I am a spirit filled Christian. I love the Lord Jesus Christ and I also love writing. I have published 3 books on the other thing I love...horses. I own a 40 acre farm where … Continue reading Who Am I

The Good News

As I sit on the edge of my prison bunk, I can literally feel my heart pounding. My forehead feels wet with sweat as I anxiously await the arrival of the guards. This is it, my time is up, and today I am going to die. I rest my head in my hands and stare … Continue reading The Good News

The Serenity Prayer : A Prayer For Everyone

A prayer for all people, not just those struggling with addiction. This prayer is famous for being the backbone of alcohol and drug treatment programs nationwide. Unfortunately it is often presented in edited form. The Serenity Prayer brings me peace today, not because I have ever suffered an addiction, but because the words remind me … Continue reading The Serenity Prayer : A Prayer For Everyone

Grandmas Bible

When my grandma passed away, the Pastor stood at the front of the Funeral Home and told us what he knew about my grandma, not by what family and friends had told him, but by the contents of my grandmas Bible. Inside that Bible was a poem my sister wrote almost 30 years ago when … Continue reading Grandmas Bible

Jesus Saves…But From What?

You see those words on bumper stickers, billboards & tee-shirts. Sunday morning the T.V. Preacher swings his Bible through the air wildly yelling Jesus saves! But what is he saving you from? In this day of the watered down Gospel that is more interested in church attendance than church salvation the whole reckoning that there … Continue reading Jesus Saves…But From What?

The Lords Prayer

Matthew 6:9-13  After this manner therefore pray: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but … Continue reading The Lords Prayer

Meditation : The Beatitudes

When Jesus shared the Beatitudes with us in Mathew 5 He gave us invaluable insight. I often meditate upon these simple, yet beautifully intimate, instructions for being more Christ-like. It is the description of discipleship. It is how to act and what to expect as a christian who takes up your cross and follows Christ. … Continue reading Meditation : The Beatitudes