Splash of happiness!
My daughter is coming over this afternoon to walk loops around the front drive with me for exercise. How exciting! In anticipation of my daughter coming, I gathered a splash of happiness for her! Isn't it awesome! I…
The wealthy and affluent of Ephesus
Let's step into the homes of some of the wealthiest, most affluent citizens of Ephesus.The wealthy, affluent citizens of Ephesus lived in terraced homes, built into the hillside just up from the harbor. These homes were right in…
Ephesus – buried in the hillsides
Hubby and I entered the ruins of ancient Ephesus from the top of the hill, at the upper level of the city. Neither hubby nor I had any idea what to expect. Neither one of us had any…
Exploring the city of Ephesus
When Paul, Aquila & Priscilla, and probably Silas and Timothy arrived in Ephesus, after leaving Corinth (Acts 18:18-19) they would have passed through this gate right here to enter the city. This view is from the inside looking…
Welcome to Ephesus
After staying in Corinth for a year and a half teaching the people the word of God, Paul left and sailed across the Aegean Sea to Ephesus.Corinth was a large affluent bustling city, and the capital for the…
“Letting go” is worship
Hubby and I stood on the front porch steps as we watched the Carvana lady drive our beloved little blue car out the gravel driveway to the car carrier waiting on the street. I was thankful the car…
Sailing to Ephesus
In Acts 18:18-19 we read: "Paul stayed on in Corinth for some time. Then he left the brothers [Christians] and sailed for Syria, accompanied by Priscilla and Aquila. Before he sailed, he had his hair cut off at…
Seeds of hope
Hubby and I were shopping recently and I noticed this sign in the store. I absolutely loved it! "Seeds! Grow something … fresh veggies … good health … memories … traditions." For the month of December my son…
The rallying cry!
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be people of courage; be strong. Do everything in love.” - 1 Corinthians 16:13
Looking ahead with hope!
“Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep [aka: remain dead], but we will all be changed – in a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will…