Author Archives: Donna Coulson
Do you want to get well?
All the hype about coronavirus and health issues make me think of Jesus’ actions at the pool called Bethesda in Jerusalem. According to John 5, that pool was surrounded by “a great number of disabled people” who waited for the water to stir, then tried to be the first one in the pool to be … Continue reading
Voices
There’s a country song called Voices by Chris Young that I like. The gist of the song is that the singer ‘hears voices’ of his parents and others, giving him good advice. Well, thanks to some old cassettes and the digital endeavors of my daughter (thanks, Hillary!), I also am hearing voices. Years ago I … Continue reading
Claws and Babies
Just recently the governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo, signed into law a ban on de-clawing cats. He stated that “by banning this archaic practice, we will ensure that animals are no longer subjected to these inhumane and unnecessary procedures.” Huh. That same governor, just last month, also signed a new bill into law that … Continue reading
Knee Surgery
Karl is having knee surgery this afternoon. In the grand scheme of things, it isn’t a major concern…two small incisions and a few snips of his meniscus. Oh, I know that I’m ignorant completely about the procedure and what it entails, but we’ve been assured by our able and knowledgeable doctor that he can handle … Continue reading
Stand
I’ve most likely read Ephesians 6 two hundred times or more. It’s such a great, visual passage. Can’t you see the clothing we are to put on? Helmet, Kevlar vest, utility belt, steel-toed boots, carry a shield and a shiny sword. We are to actively and intentionally put on these garments. Dressed, we become the … Continue reading
Prayer
In my devotions lately I’ve been reading a book called The Life of Christ in Stereo. It’s the four gospels combined into one cohesive narrative of Jesus’ life. I’ve read and studied it already several times through the years, but this time, I have one focus: to examine Jesus’ character traits. I’m thinking that if … Continue reading
Contentment
Philippians 4:13 is a verse many Christians recite and rely on, and I am surely one of them. “I can do all things through Him who gives me strength.” I love how this verse has empowered me. There have been times in my years when I’ve interpreted that verse as a sort of endowment of … Continue reading
Catching up with old friends
The holidays are always a great time to see family and renew friendships. I love getting Christmas cards from people I know but rarely hear from. I love taking cookies to neighbors and setting up lunches with old friends. We did a lot of that this year, and enjoyed ourselves immensely. Now that the holidays … Continue reading
Christmas Surprise
I love Christmas surprises. I never try or want to know what I’m getting for Christmas ahead of time. There is something so magical in the anticipation. I love how the mound of beautifully bound presents grows under the tree as Christmas approaches, some from me, some to me. On Christmas morning, the enchantment continues … Continue reading
Bothering God
I recalled a memory this week that I hadn’t thought of in years. I was at a friend’s house when I was a little girl, and I watched the mother of my friend bow her head and pray before she began baking a cake. When I got home, I asked my mom if she prayed … Continue reading
