When Ridge went home from church that Sunday, lunch was ready and waiting for him. It was Grilled eggplant burgers with spicy sweet potato fries. There was also a tall glass of Strawberry Limeade. Mouth watering simply from the smell and look of the burgers, he hurried to his room and quickly stripped. He could …
Calming the Storm
Above the din of the storm, Jesus said, “Peace be still.” The wind stopped and the waves were quieted. 19 Words This was written for the last week's Weekend Writing Prompt by Sammi Cox.
Down, But Not Out
When you go through deep waters and great trouble, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown! When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up—the flames will not consume you - Isaiah 43:1, 2, The Living Bible) Image by Larastock "A …
An Afternoon on the Beach
"What did Professor Harper say when you told her about us?" "She said that I was old enough to be your father." "That may be true but your feelings for me aren't fatherly, are they?" His eyes darkened and he pulled her roughly against him. "No, they aren't," he muttered thickly. And then he was …
What Have We to Fear?
The Lord is mightier than the mighty waves of the sea. With a God this powerful, what have we to fear?
The Mighty Sea
They that go down to the sea in ships, that do business in great waters; These see the works of the Lord, and his wonders in the deep - Psalm 107:23, 24 When you see some of the waves, you can't help but marvel. Some are as high as skyscrapers. Imagine seeing what looks like …
Thinking of Her
She ran along the beach, laughing. When she looked back and me and smiled, my heart stopped. The sun hit her at just the right angle. I envied it because it was caressing her face. The hands holding the camcorder ached to hold her instead. I forced myself to concentrate on my task. I wanted …
The Funeral
It was a gloomy day with intermittent spurts of rain. It was as if nature itself was mourning the loss of a great woman. Tracy was not surprised at the large turnout. The church was packed as many came to pay their respects and pay homage to Mrs. Gladys Townsend, the dear lady whom she …