Table of Grace with Pastor Dreama

Happy Sunday y’all. This morning, while getting ready for outdoor church, I looked out my bedroom window. Instead of moaning about the too tall grass, I saw a yard full of diamonds. Many times, I don’t. I imagine most folks are just as guilty but can you even begin to imagine what our lives would look like if we choose to see the good - see God - in our lives as opposed to seeing the not so good things? This morning, I could have ignored the dew and used legitimate excuses (I’m dressed for church, I’ll get my shoes wet, the camera isn’t ready...) and stayed inside to finish watching Steven Furtick. (Sorry Steven...but I can catch you on rewind - the dew...not so much.) So, kicking off the dress shoes, grabbing the 20# camera bag, I suited up and headed out. I am so glad that I did! I got to watch a few unidentified birds eating breakfast and hear their happy tunes. I was able to see the sun peak through the pines, I captured dew that in a few minutes, evapo...

Photo Credit: D. Kelly @ Grant Co., WV REFLECTION “But I have calmed and quieted my soul, like a weaned child with its mother; like a weaned child is my soul within me.” (Psalm 131:2, ESV). Question of the day: what little opportunities are we passing up that could have a big impact on our everyday lives? A DEEPER LOOK Read : Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Psalm 46:10 Romans 5:1-2 John 4:24 Psalm 37:4 Genesis 1 Psalm 69:32 Romans 8:24 This week’s verses remind us to consider the little blessings God has tucked in here and there.   IMAGINE THIS The bloom caught my eye as it stood out beneath tall grass. I stopped the mower and leaned forward. It was the deepest purple bloom I had seen all summer. I considered taking a photo first but mowed on. And regret set in. Another missed opportunity. I started searching for another just li...

Photo Credit: D. Kelly @ Grant Co., WV     REFLECTION Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28, ESV). Question of the week: How do we plan our days? A DEEPER LOOK Read: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Psalm 23 Isaiah 41:10 Galatians 5:22-23 Ephesians 5:16 Proverbs 3:6 Philippians 4:13 Proverbs 12:25 Luke 21:34 IMAGINE THIS It was Saturday, March 8, 1997. I glanced at the clock, 11:45 am. So much yet to do: laundry to dry, lunch to make, and toys to pick up. I didn’t have plans for the afternoon. Still the panic set in. It was almost noon. Over the noise of the television I started barking orders: Pick up your toys. Turn off the TV. What do you want for lunch?! And just like every other Saturday for the past nine ...