Embrace the Pace

[written over two days] Do you ever long for long days of rest, relaxation, reflection, and simply days without structure … More

Simply—Joy

I am exhausted…but in practically the best possible way. It’s Christmas Day here at the Hornsby House, and our major … More

Last night, we went to the theatre to watch the new movie, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” When I worked … More

With Steve’s recent bicep and tendon tear and subsequent surgery, I had to be his chauffeur for a few weeks … More

Over my life, I have been in a bad habit of over-explaining myself far too often. Granted, there are times … More

As I was thinking about a Christmas devotional to read this year, the thought occurred to me to write one … More

As this Thanksgiving Day brings to a close the fall season, and whisks in—full force—the Christmas season, I take a … More

We will never be fulfilled in any other than God alone. A spouse cannot.Kids cannot.A job or career cannot.Material things … More

I’ve always loved a rainy day…even a cloudy day…especially a cool one. Today is one of those days, and I … More

“As Jesus and the disciples continued on their way to Jerusalem, they came to a certain village where a woman … More

I loved going to VBS (Vacation Bible School) as a kid…I just called it “Bible School.” I didn’t just go … More

The little backstory here may seem a little boring, but I hope you will stick with me for just a … More

A personal note of cheer from our house to yours! I hope this letter finds you blessed and grateful, and … More

My son looked at my full-sized (but not too big) Christmas tree covered with homemade ornaments from when he and … More

I sat down this morning in my office/writing room/reading room to read and pray— and drink my coffee. I debated … More

The house became mine and mine alone a little bit ago…well, at least for a few minutes! I had planned … More