Category Archives: Peggy Webb

New Beginnings by Peggy Webb

Gardenias in my garden “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.”                                                                                                       Isaiah 40:31 That is one … Continue reading

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Loss by Peggy Webb

“Her absence is like the sky, spread over everything.” C. S. Lewis on the death of his wife, Joy. Loss happens to all of us, and the initial pain feels unbearable. The death of a loved one. The death of … Continue reading

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When A Good Thing Becomes Too Much by Peggy Webb

I live in the Deep South and love gardening. The first thing I planted when I moved into my Mississippi cottage was wisteria—a showy flowering vine that is almost a symbol of Southern living. It grows wild in the woods … Continue reading

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God’s Unfailing Love by Peggy Webb

“Courage, dear heart.” –C.S. Lewis “Though feelings come and go, God’s love for us does not.” –C.S. Lewis When I am at my weakest and most vulnerable, that’s when I learn that I am God’s child, that he will never fail … Continue reading

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God’s Angels, Part III by Peggy Webb

Every Sunday, I come home from church blessed and filled with joy by the little angels I teach, God’s children. Hank and Nat are two of my youngest, both adorable, enthusiastic, music-loving children. Hank has an impish grin and an … Continue reading

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The Dehumanization of America by Peggy Webb

This morning I placed a call to my mail-order pharmacy, expecting to take care of business in an easy two-minute conversation with a representative. Instead, a robotic voice answered and immediately put me through a useless, time-consuming session of questions … Continue reading

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Prayer by Peggy Webb

I play piano for church services every Sunday evening, and I always tell the congregation the history of the song. This past Sunday, I played a song that reminded me of the power of prayer and the many ways God … Continue reading

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God’s Children, Part II by Peggy Webb

Whoever receives one such child in my name, receives me, but whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened around his neck and … Continue reading

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The Vanishing Good Samaritan by Peggy Webb

Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Luke 6:31 In my last post I wrote about slipping and falling, face-first, onto the concrete apron of the pool at the Aquatic Center. What I didn’t tell you is … Continue reading

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God Still Performs Miracles by Peggy Webb

I know this is true because on May 1, God saved my life with a miracle so spectacular, so breathtaking, there is no doubt in my mind that I would now be severely disabled or dead except for Him!  I … Continue reading

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The Fountain of Youth Conspiracy by Peggy Webb

I recently saw a TV ad that made me stand up in my chair and say to the screen, “No! Just no!” I wanted to kick furniture, but I was afraid of breaking my toe, so I refrained. The ad … Continue reading

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God’s Children by Peggy Webb

Whoever welcomes one of these little children in my name, welcomes me. Mark 9:37 Sam is one of the adorable children in the Sunday school class I co-teach with Donna Rogers in the little country church built by my ancestors. Our … Continue reading

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Living in the Midst of Chaos by Peggy Webb

The news and commentary spewing 24/7 from network television is so depressing to me that I have to limit the time I spend watching. I have to remind myself on a daily basis that the politicians, rioters, war-mongers, drug pushers, … Continue reading

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I Was Kidding: The Hidden Cruelty by Peggy Webb

If you have ever been crushed by hurtful words from someone you trusted and  have then been told, “I was just kidding,” you are likely the victim of bullying and passive aggressive cruelty. Sometimes a statement meant to tear down your … Continue reading

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Faith Through Music, by Peggy Webb

I have played piano at church since I was eight years old and knew only two songs, What a Friend We Have in Jesus and Bringing in the Sheaves.  Through the years I have either sung first soprano in the choir or played piano … Continue reading

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