Last night, I decided to reread “a shepherd looks at PSALM 23,” by Phillip Keller from an adoptive parent of traumatized children perspective. Funny, how each time we read a story we pick up something new, depending on where we are in life. I’d like to share an excerpt with you that reminded me of the dynamics in my family, particularly of my adopted children who were previously traumatized.

In chapter three, the shepherd is explaining the strange behavior of his flock. This chapter is based on part of verse two, “He maketh me to lie down in green pastures…”... more

I’ve written about the seemingly interminable wait, handling setbacks, and the role of faith and hope, but I think now is a good time to talk about discouragement, the enemy of time.

We know that Satan wants us to be discouraged, but God calls us to something different:

Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do... more