by Jeanie Shaw | Dec 14, 2014 | Life Lessons
Forty years ago today I had just completed my last college final. It had been a crazy time…finishing school, packing my life belongings in a few boxes and planning our wedding while my fiancé lived in another state. He had begun a job as a campus minister five...
by Jeanie Shaw | Nov 25, 2014 | Devotional Thoughts
In the spirit of Thanksgiving…. Whenever I read the short book of Philippians, I am struck by the apostle Paul’s gratitude and corresponding joy. Whether or not you celebrate a particular day of Thanksgiving, take the time this week to read the short book of...
by Jeanie Shaw | Nov 21, 2014 | Devotional Thoughts
It’s that time of year. My entire family has spread the coughing, sneezing, hacking stuff. I’m in the midst of it, and with a workshop tomorrow I’m trying hard to get over it in order to keep from sounding like a hoarse horse when I speak. Thankfully, I’m...
by Jeanie Shaw | Oct 15, 2014 | Devotional Thoughts
Recounting a recent conversation between my daughter and my nearly three-year-old granddaughter, I was reminded of the struggle it can be to let go of control in our lives. (Disclaimer: Gracie is as joyful and sweet as they come…but the inner struggle occasionally...
by Jeanie Shaw | Sep 30, 2014 | Devotional Thoughts
Sunsets showcase God’s magnificence…and so does elephant poop. Yes, that’s right–elephant poop. This week, while at a meeting outside of Geneva, I stood in awe of God the painter–as I watched the sun go down over Lake Geneva. The scene...
