Shakin' The Salt

We have visited world religions in our travels, but have never found another where their God is still alive. But I still hate to be labeled “religious” because it is a relationship – not a religion. Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page. Than...

My husband said I needed to have “catchier” titles for my podcasts so I told him to come up with one and I would write about his topic. Not believing I could do so, he challenged me with this. No problem! Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page...

If you need encouragement coming into the new  year, I have just the words you need. 2023 may have been your worst year yet, but what if the best is yet to come, no matter your age, health or circumstances! Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the pa...

There was no “gender reveal” party, no congratulations.  No one would believe a teenage girl was expecting a baby but had never had relations with anyone – even her fiancé. And how could he believe her! Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page....

Thirty years ago when I was a “new believer” I wrote a Christmas song, and for some reason it has come to different venues this year; TV, radio, live events and now my podcast! Any Day Can Be Christmas. Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page....

Newscasters are finally talking about Christmas, but usually in the context of those who may still be held hostage, or our troops who may still be overseas. But could we also miss Christmas? Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page. Thank you an...

Every birthday we celebrate each other royally! It may be as simple as a road trip or as wild as scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. But this week I told Bud to choose his own destination. Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page....

Yes, I actually dabbled in witchcraft when I was in college. It started out so innocently, with powders and “spells”. But thank God I listened to my gut and it said, “Stop now!” Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page. Thank you and God's...

Most of us prepare to have huge meals on Thanksgiving. Actually we spend more time on food than we do giving thanks! This year I want to make it a point to thank God more, enjoy family, and eat healthy! Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page....

We all have loved ones either serving in the Armed Forces, or those who have served in the past. I was always so proud of my handsome dad, and this year I wrote this in honor of him…and all of your loved ones who served. Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bo...

I don’t know how I got a double hernia, but I do know how the doctor is going to remove it! But what if the surgery we need is not physical, but spiritual? My favorite author has a great reminder here! Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page. T...

Many choose to not participate in Halloween for many reasons, but the adults in our neighborhood here love it. I always remember, “Jesus ate with the sinners, he just didn’t sin with them!” And so…we ate! Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page...

If you feel like everyone else seems to be so much happier than you, a 75-year study through Harvard may actually have a reason – and a solution for you. It has nothing to do with wealth, fame or even health. Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the...

Some look forward to reuniting with old classmates and finding out what everybody is doing all these years later. But for many, their childhood may have been too traumatic to even think about it. Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page. Thank y...

I have friends and family facing great trials right now, and I remember how I was encouraged when I was battling similar trials. The worst thing is to isolate and not let others encourage you. Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page. Thank you...

I really thought I might die last month on our trip to Iceland. With helmets on, w3e had to hike on ice wearing cleats, over a rushing water ravine, with only a board to balance walk on, to get to the other side! Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of...

I invite you to join me in helping teens facing difficult issues, just as we did and they probably will for years to come. But I am personally inviting you to be a part of making a difference in the life of teens today.  Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bo...

I used to have such a hard heart that I didn’t want to help anyone- not even myself. I thank God I now have a heart for troubled teens, women in jail, children,– and truly anyone who is in need. I thank God! Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the p...

We just returned from flying overseas and we have JET LEGS! My niece coined those words for jet lag – and I have it! But there was another flight where no one ever had a chance to have jet lag – or anything else!  Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of...

We have traveled in 70 countries and we have seen castles along the Rhine River on one trip, and had a meal in one in Ireland, but now we get to actually stay in one! This is our Bye Bye to Cancer trip! Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page....

Have you ever seen pictures of the aurora borealis or what is called Northern Lights? I have always been fascinated but never understood how particles from the magnetic north pole interacted with sun rays.     Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the...

We have been blessed to  travel in 70 countries , but never to the northern countries of Europe. So this year for our anniversary, we begin in Iceland and on to Scotland, Denmark, Norway and others! Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page. Than...

Most of us have been really thirsty at times, but I doubt we were ever really close to dying of thirst. But has your heart and soul ever been so parched you were really thirsting for something more? Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page. Than...

There was a time when people believed that they were being punished by God for doing wrong. Many still believe that for whatever reason, God is watching and waiting to “zap” them when they do wrong! Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page. Than...

We finally gave in and decided this would be the perfect time to take an extreme “northern” vacation. Who else in Florida except us would be ordering ice shoes, insulated jackets and gloves…in July? Support the show Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bottom of the page. Than...