Holly Smith

Sometimes our thought patterns accumulated over time produce action and quality of life. On the other hand, sometimes our thinking has produced stagnation or mediocrity. If we believed that everything we were going through is preparation to be used in our future and for our good-we would change our outlook. Think of where each of…

I am reminded today of a dream from the past. I believe it could apply to all of us. Dream: I am running a horse out of our house. I quit feeding it. The horse was fine and would find food in a pasture but would no longer be my “pet”. Next scene: A photographer…

What did you go out in the desert to see-a reed swayed by the wind? (Luke 7:24 NIV) John the Baptist as a child grew and became strong in spirit; and he lived in the desert until he appeared publicly in Israel. (Luke 1:80) Solitude with God in the desert was his school. He gained…

“A horse is a vain hope for deliverance; despite all its strength it cannot save. But the eyes of the Lord are on those who fear him, on those whose hope is in his unfailing love.”
(Ps. 33:17) This experience happened a few years ago but I was reminded of God’s faithfulness. The horse has served…

Not until we returned to Texas from living in Kansas City for 2 years did we notice a lot of the people in Texas had the same bondage we formerly had of acquiring things to anesthetize themselves and avoid their issues. There seemed to be a spirit of materialism over Texas compared to the tradition…

Proverbs 25:2 It is the glory of God to conceal a matter; to search out a matter is the glory of kings. You have been on an intriguing treasure hunt. I have revealed many mysteries to you and there is so much more to discover. You have slowed down enough to hear my voice. Just…