I’ll never forget that day at lunch. I’ve thought about it many times since. Why didn’t I have an answer? What would I say today? I was resolved to find the answer. My co-worker sat across from me in the lunch cafeteria. She had invited me to lunch that day, which was unusual since we were not close friends and had never had lunch together in all the years we worked at the same company. She was retiring soon and asked if I would join her for lunch. I was happy to go. She was a funny person, liked to tell jokes and always had a smile […]
Category:Life's Tough Questions
I love this time of year. Autumn brings in a cornucopia of colors, enticing scents of pumpkin spice and apples, and the anticipation of good things to come. Even the weather has an air of serenity about it. But mostly, I love the Autumn scents. I wandered by a candle shop the other day where they were having a sale – two candles for the price of one. I left with an armful of candles, carrying such delightful names as Gourmet Espresso and Warm Caramel Cider. I’ve heard that the sense of smell is the strongest of our five senses. Just imagine… fresh-baked bread, the smell of coffee brewing in the morning, […]
Category:Life, Heart, Soul
Twice in my lifetime the doctors have been wrong. Don’t misunderstand me, I believe in doctors and have a great respect for their intelligence, training and sacrifice. I thank God for them every time I have to go under the knife. But it’s just that I also know God is the ultimate Healer and He has the final word. It was my 37th birthday as I sat in the doctor’s office and heard those words: “You will never be able to run again.” The cartilage in my knee was gone. I sat there in silence. Running has always been a big part of my life; it is where […]
Category:Life, Heart, Soul
Life is fascinating, isn’t it? Millions of people at any one time, moving in sync, creating a type of rhythm and harmony we call humankind. It’s not without its problems, of course, but think of the endless combinations and opportunities it has. It’s limitless, really. As long as we acknowledge there is a higher power above us and that we do not have the ultimate control over the universe, then we can do amazing things with what we are given. We have choices, maybe not our own personal genie, but we do have a lot of ability to carve our own destiny, purpose, and happiness. Recently, […]
Category:Life, Heart, Soul
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About the Author
Sue McCusker is a writer, Bible teacher, and web developer who loves sharing the stories of life, hope, and faith she sees around her every day. She has written for Guideposts and Angels on Earth magazines, and teaches the story of God in women's Bible study.
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