Steady Rain, Soft Ground

For the earth which drinketh in the rain that cometh oft upon it, and bringeth forth herbs meet for them by whom it is dressed, receiveth blessing from God. – Hebrews 6:7 This spring, it has rained a lot here in Central Illinois. Though some farmers and gardeners have delayed planting, or have had to…

Memorize & Meditate: Hosea 6:3

Inspiration has struck recently in the form of verses from the minor prophets - new to me, perhaps not to you. Here's a recent one, which you can read more about in this post: Rain, Rain.... Have a lovely week, everyone! Then shall we know, if we follow on to know the Lord: his going forth is…

Rain, Rain…Come Again (and Again) Another Day!

Here in the Land of Lincoln, it's been raining for days—the steady, soaking, pattering rain that falls in early spring just prior to everything bursting into bright green leaves and brilliant blooms. I used to begrudge the time that this season between seasons took away from spring, but now, I thank God for it. Once…