Posts by Karen Rich

“And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about…

I am currently in a weekly Bible study with a group of women.  We did not know each other before starting the study and we are a somewhat diverse group…

“Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, just as it is well with your soul.” 3 John 1:2  …

 “Rejoice always,  pray continually,  give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18   There are moments when God breezes into our…

  In our teachings we are taught about the importance of loving God and loving each other. Jesus referred to these as the greatest commandments (Mark 12:28-34, Deuteronomy 6:4-5 and…

This is Black History Month.  The question begs, “why does there need to be a month specified for black history?”  Why do we not just teach history, inclusive history, truthful…

“Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong.” Ephesians 3:17 February is…

As I began in prayer  to write this devotion, I was thinking  about the complicated  world we live in. I never envisioned myself trying to run a healthcare facility in…

  “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!  Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in…

“The one who existed from the beginning is the one we have heard and seen.  We saw him with our own eyes and touched him with our own hands.  He…