Posts by Debby Davis
Standing Firm in Hope
Noah Wall, now a vibrant and intelligent nine-year-old, did not always start life on such a joyful note. His parents, Shelly and Rob, were initially filled with excitement as they anticipated the arrival of their baby. However, their joy turned to heartbreak when a routine ultrasound revealed shocking news: their unborn child had no brain…
Read MoreEndurance in the Storm
In 1914, Sir Ernest Shackleton set out on what would become one of the most legendary survival stories in history—the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition. Shackleton’s goal was ambitious: to cross the Antarctic continent from sea to sea, via the South Pole. However, before the expedition could even reach the continent, disaster struck. Their ship, the Endurance,…
Read MoreBuilding on the Rock
Once upon a time, a wise man and a foolish man set out to build their homes. The wise man carefully selected a rock, sturdy and reliable, as the foundation for his house. He knew that a strong foundation was crucial for weathering any storm. The foolish man, on the other hand, chose a sandy…
Read MoreWhen Life Isn’t Fair
Have you ever heard a child argue about fairness when their parents say “no” or ask them to wait? The child might exclaim, “But that’s not fair! My brother got to do that!” This cry for fairness is a common reaction, but the reality is that life often isn’t fair. This concept is deeply rooted…
Read MoreStanding Alone
One of the most compelling aspects of the Noah’s Ark story is his unwavering faith in the face of widespread skepticism. Noah was not merely building an ark; he was declaring a divine warning of impending judgment. He tried to convey to his neighbors, friends, and extended family that a catastrophic flood was coming to…
Read MoreStand Firm
In a time of severe oppression, when the Israelites were suffering under the Midianites, Gideon was hiding, threshing wheat in a winepress to avoid detection (Judges 6:11). This scene painted a grim picture of Israel’s plight. Amidst this, the angel of the Lord appeared to Gideon and declared, “The Lord is with you, mighty warrior”…
Read MoreTrue Enemy
Our daughter had gotten into trouble for something—though the exact reason escapes me now. What I do remember is her dramatic outburst after being punished. She looked up at me and shouted, “I hate you!” In her eyes, I was the enemy for taking away her TV time. It’s a classic reaction of blaming the…
Read MoreWrestling
Jacob’s life was a relentless struggle from the start. Even before birth, he wrestled with his twin brother Esau. As a young man, Jacob used deceit to claim Esau’s birthright and blessing, leading him to flee to his uncle Laban. There, Jacob faced another long battle, as Laban repeatedly deceived him, testing his patience. Yet…
Read MoreMiddle Earth, Dungeons and Dragons, and Virtuous Paganism in America
Walking into my house, I noticed that there were a couple of my friends watching television. It wasn’t unusual that they were watching TV, as I often had friends who hung out at my house, but what they were watching caused me to quickly walk into my living room and turn off the TV. I…
Read MoreIf Only
She cried till she thought there were no tears left, and yet they continued to flow down her cheeks, unbidden signs of a heart that was broken. A rhythmic rocking back and forth had replaced her shaking. “If only…,” she stopped herself. It seemed wrong to utter the words, and yet they rolled over and…
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