Linda Buishas When asked about her views on marriage, 10-year-old Kirsten unhesitatingly replied, “No person really decides before they grow up who they’re going to marry. God decides it all way before, and you get to find out later who you’re stuck with.” Funny! Certainly, if we want a marriage “made in Heaven,” who better…
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Religion, May 2024
Seeds of Grace
Linda Buishas A widow, a harlot, a devoted daughter-in-law, an adulteress, and a virgin all lived in a time when women had few rights or choices. They hold the distinction of being the only mothers listed in Matthew’s account of our Lord’s genealogy, an honor customarily held only by men. Only one of them knew…
Religion, April 2024
Seeds of Grace
Linda Buishas “As they continued their journey, He entered a village where a woman, whose name was Martha, welcomed Him. She had a sister named Mary, who sat beside the Lord at his feet, listening to Him speak. Martha, burdened with much serving, came to Him and said, ‘Lord, do you not care that my…
Religion, February 2024
Seeds of Grace
Linda Buishas I awoke from a dream, sobbing. In it, I was looking at a photo taken of a wonderful time when my entire family was together. My nieces and nephews were little, and my parents and brother were still with us. Then, while still dreaming, I began to cry because of how very much I…
Religion, December 2023
Seeds of Grace
Linda Buishas If asked, what was the first Christmas song ever sung, could you name it? We probably wouldn’t think of this one, but many of us have heard it during Advent season. It was “composed” by a young girl who lived in Galilee in the first century BC. She was the Virgin Mary, and…
Religion, November 2023
Seeds of Grace
Linda Buishas Whether it’s “Dinner is served,” “Dinner is ready,” “Come and get it!” or other words inviting family and friends to “Come gather at the table,” similar terms will echo in millions of homes on Thanksgiving Day, inviting guests to share a special meal. One of the unwavering rules in my childhood home was that…
October 2023, Religion
Seeds of Grace
Linda Buishas “Bless the Broken Road,” Rascal Flatts’ song title, reminds me of my spiritual journey with its many winding roads and detours. Only the most fortunate walk a straight path on their spiritual journey to relationship with our Heavenly Father. I was seeking something true and lasting, sensing there was much more to learn,…