Tag Archives: Matthew 5:16

On mountaintops, valleys, and closets

Posted on January 13, 2020 by gretchenr17

When I became engaged, it was nothing like the Hallmark movie proposal. My hubby and I were on the telephone. He was in his apartment in Denver, Colorado and I was in my bedroom in my folks’ house in the … Continue reading →

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flashlights and fires

Posted on September 7, 2016 by gretchenr17

I have had song lyrics playing in my mind for the past few mornings. It’s the same song, each time, Come let it, come let it, come let it shine.  The words are calling me like a whisper to enter a … Continue reading →

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empty vessels

Posted on January 4, 2016 by gretchenr17

Some of my favorite images of the holidays are the tables set, waiting for the meal to be brought in.  Everyone sitting there, waiting, anticipating the savory foods, the sweet treats, the filling experience of a meal shared with dear … Continue reading →

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