My Father, the Master Craftsman
My daddy was a master craftsman and a huge force for good in my life. As a child I would often watch him at work, in awe of his skill at just about...
16
Jun
15
Jun
My Daddy’s Determination
Today I’m thinking of my daddy and the sheer determination that characterized so much of his life. As a little girl, I thought him larger than life, up to...
10
Jun
To Live is Christ
When I was a teenager and came to Christ, I underlined Philippians 1, 21 in my Bible. I wanted my high school to know that, “For me, to live is Christ.” And...
9
Jun
You’re Not Normal
When I speak, my message is often about how God has helped me grow leaps and bounds using my wheelchair. However, one time after I gave that message, a woman approached me and said, “Joni, don’t worry. One day you’ll be...
27
May
With All Your Heart
We rarely get engaged in a cause unless our heart is in it, right? When my heart is in something, I give it my full affection. No wonder Ephesians 3, verse...
21
May
When Goodness Comes Home
O dear God, “Where there will be only goodness.” After centuries of war, greed, and lust. After indulgences shamelessly practiced After hatred, hostility, jealousy and abuse...
6
May
A Butterfly’s Struggle to Break Free from Its Chrysalis
If I had a “signature art piece,” it might just be New Life. I finished this butterfly study the year I turned 28, and many fell in love with it because of...
29
Apr
More Than a Conqueror
If the final score of a basketball game is 142–6, you know the opponent may have put up a fight, but they were hands-down no match for the victors...
22
Apr
Remember the Love of Christ
Let’s say you are going through a tough, confusing trial and you’re having a hard time understanding the good that God intends in it. Man, I’ve been there...
15
Apr
Jesus, the Good Shepherd and the Sermon on the Mount
Many years ago, Ken and I had the opportunity to travel to Israel. We saw and did so much during our brief visit, but the highlight of our trip inspired me...
