by Lisa Maples | Jul 14, 2026 | Faith, Goodness and Mercy, Holy Spirit, hope, Uncategorized
The day before my father’s funeral last November, I purchased a golden necklace from Sea La Vie whose theme is “It Is Well” which has an anchor and a cross on the chain. I wore it all day on the day we laid his body to rest. The necklace reminded me that it was well...
by Lisa Maples | Mar 18, 2021 | Jesus, Seeking God
The stench gripped my nose. I felt like I could throw up. Normally when you open a pantry, you shouldn’t feel a regurgitation reflex, but recently, it happened. In my pantry! So, when a family member opened the pantry closet door, the awful oder creeped through...
by Lisa Maples | Mar 13, 2021 | hope, trusting God, Uncategorized
Change is coming. Have you felt the hope that is springing up? It has been a year since I taught students face to face at my school. For me, I will be returning to teach them face to face soon while also teaching students at home on Zoom. This hybrid...
by Lisa Maples | Apr 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
1 Peter 5:10 (NIV) “And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” Have you ever had the power go off while taking a shower...