Gardens of the Heart Mimic Soil
Gardens of the heart Gardens of the heart are a lot like those planted in the soil. Farmers know the dirt must be tilled and seeds sown. The work is hard. Rocks need to be removed and weeds pulled up. Gardens of the heart need similar preparation. Assess the condition...Compliance or Defiance—Does It Matter?
Compliance or Defiance—Does It Matter? When told to do something, are you one who complies or defies? Some rules are advantageous and others might feel oppressive. Still, rules are meant to be followed. The general premise is that they are established to protect...Words Reflect the Heart
Words Reflect the Heart. Careless words wound. Encouraging words add a positive bounce to our lives. I’m becoming acutely aware of the long-lasting effect words have; especially their influence on listening ears. When was the last time serious thought was given...Faith. Hope. Love.
Faith, hope, or love. Which of these three virtues is greatest? 1 Corinthians 13:13 (NIV) makes the answer plain. And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. Valentine’s Day has brought heart thoughts to the forefront of...
Maxine Marsolini