Ending the Drought Part 2

       Ashley played the final notes on the keyboard, her clear voice carrying over the congregation. Her heart was full. Ever since the night of the concert at church three months ago, she’d been spending each morning in prayer, and God had restored her gift of...

Ending the Drought

          Ashley gazed out over the brown lawn as she bounced Noah in her arms. His cries nearly did her in. It had been like this for the past week. Every day when she picked him up from daycare, he cried for at least an hour. Her nerves were on edge. It was bad...

Neighbors

            Marc glanced in the rearview mirror as he pulled out of the church parking lot, his gaze on Emma in the back seat. “Are you excited about our trip into the city this afternoon?”             Emma’s eyes sparkled with delight. “I am. I brought all my...

Pentimento

            Sarah climbed the steps of the train station and stepped out into the sunshine. Shielding her eyes, she glanced both ways as she crossed the street. Five more blocks. She picked up her pace. Art class started in 20 minutes and she hated to be late. This...

Overcoming Fears Part 2

Richard pressed a hand against his abdomen, trying to settle the nerves twisting his gut. Would Tara stay when she saw him, or run in the opposite direction? She never was big on surprises. But then again, that was the old Tara. Not the amazing fearless woman she’d...

Solid Rock

Josh climbed out from under the sink. “You’re right, Dad. I see where the leak is coming from.” William grinned. “Always my favorite phrase. Nothing better than hearing your kid tell you you’re right.” Josh grimaced. “Don’t let it go to your head. But seriously, I...