by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 17, 2012 | baby Jesus, Silent night, Where's the Line to see Jesus? | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts
Simcha plunked himself on a rock and rubbed his weary muscles. The journey to reach Bethlehem had taken days. Why didn’t the other shepherds come? Didn’t they believe the angel when he spoke about the One? He reached into his bag to grab a quick bite of his pita...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 10, 2012 | Christmas, Light | Guest Blogs
This week I would like to feature the poetry of a fellow writer and friend, Barbara Ayton. She joined our writer’s club a few years ago and it’s been a pleasure getting to know her. Her sweet, quiet spirit quickly captured our group. Thank you Barbara for...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 3, 2012 | baby Jesus, Gabriel, Mary | Still True Today
She rummaged through the garbage looking for nourishment. Not necessarily for herself but for the life growing inside her. Even though this pregnancy wasn’t of her own choosing, her foster parents threw her out of their home anyway. They didn’t believe her...
by Darlene L. Turner | Nov 26, 2012 | Abednego, Fiery Furnace, Meshach, Shadrach, Stand | Still True Today
The trio huddled around the campfire waiting for the inevitable. The sky matched the mood of the cult members—black and daunting. Even though the stars sparkled in the moonlight giving off a spectacular display, they couldn’t lighten the heavy atmosphere. “You defied...
by Darlene L. Turner | Nov 19, 2012 | Lazarus, Mary and Martha, Miracles | Still True Today
Maebry squeezed his hand tighter, hoping for some type of sign. The beeping machines next to his hospital bed irritated her like an annoying fly. She wanted to silence the constant reminder of her husband’s condition. Maebry rested her head on his chest. And wept. Ten...
