Tag Archives: God

Tenses of Gratitude

Posted on May 16, 2011 by jroesler728

Aging is a fertile field for past tense gratitude. I can reflect on my life and recognize God’s protective hand on my childhood years. How does a child even stay alive on a small farm where my small hands were … Continue reading →

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For the Cause

Posted on April 25, 2011 by jroesler728

This is a continuation of my conversation with Pastor Pete. I  learned that Pastor Pete plays the guitar and sings, and that Treva, his wife of 5 years, sings duets with him.  I knew that seven years ago his first … Continue reading →

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The Weaver’s Skillful Hand

Posted on April 21, 2011 by jroesler728

This is a continuation of my conversation with Pastor Pete. As we maintained a steady but comfortable eye contact I asked “What do you know for sure about God?” He repeated thoughtfully, “… about God.” It wasn’t’ the question he … Continue reading →

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An Angel Sitting at the End of My Bed

Posted on April 12, 2011 by jroesler728

  by J Roesler Granddaddy Romine was a poor Texas farmer.  I don’t remember much about Granddaddy except for old faded family pictures.  He was a tall man with dark, deeply wrinkled skin from the hot Texas sun.  He sported … Continue reading →

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