A Crumbled Rock
I crumbled a rock today. A stone so easily crushed in my left hand. They say that should not happen. For a rock is too hard to merely crumble into tiny pieces while being squeezed in the palm of … Continued
Listen & Obey
One of the essentials while growing up is that you’re taught to listen and obey. No matter which road you have traveled, you were instructed on the importance of this topic. If it wasn’t from those who raised you, than … Continued
Words Put In Place
Your words are so powerful that they will kill or give life, and the talkative person will reap the consequences. Proverbs 18:21 Living in a society and culture that promotes us having our say anytime we feel like it should … Continued
I Need To Fill My Emptiness
Emptiness…. have you ever felt it? If we are honest then we would say yes. A dry period, the wilderness, being without, a void, barren. None of these words sound very encouraging nor places I’d choose to be. Yet, … Continued
The Birthing of a Name
Whether you are a newcomer or a long time Friend in the Oasis, hopefully you’ve discovered that I enjoy taking photos, primarily of nature. Story-telling images can make a devotional post come alive. I recently ventured to think of a … Continued
A Wonderland Of Possibilites
It’s become a common prayer for me to ask God if He has a particular word or phrase for me to start a new year. I heard no answer from my request and actually had not given it any more … Continued
After The Tinsel Is Gone
The unwrapping is over. Family dinners diminish. The decorations start to dwindle. New toys are stacked and the selection process begins…which ones do they play with today? That sharp looking sweater…comfortable jeans…and shiny new shoes are all added to the wardrobe. … Continued
The Perfect Gift
Decorating the Christmas tree has been a family event at our house for as long as I can remember. Our two kids, who are now adults, helped Annette and I every year…whether they preferred to or not. Fortunately for us, … Continued
His Presence
I love to sing. It’s something I’ve been doing practically all of my life. When you combine music, lyrics, vocals, and heart it stirs up my soul and spirit. I understand the reason God speaks so highly of it. To … Continued