Nancy C. Williams

“You shall have a song as in the night when a holy festival is kept, and gladness of heart as when one goes with a flute, to come into the mountain of the Lord, to the Mighty One of Israel.” (Isaiah 30:29) Did you know that playing music could possibly make you smarter? I’m not talking about plugging in…

“…A thorn in the flesh was given to me, a messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure.” (2 Corinthians 12:7) In my younger years, I battled a hidden disability…endometriosis. It was horrible and embarrassing, far too personal to share. I hesitate to call it a “disability” because it was sporadic. But I could count on…

“And those who know Your name will put their trust in You; for You, Lord, have not forsaken those who seek You.” (Psalm 9:10) I leaned over the tiny platform…not a good idea for an acrophobic (someone afraid of heights). We were atop a rocky cliff, with a sheer drop-off to a bunch of treetops way down below. …

“When you lie down, you will not be afraid; yes, you will lie down and your sleep will be sweet.” (Proverbs 3:24) I need sleep. I bet you do, too. Did I guess right?  Actually, we all need sleep…and we don’t seem to get enough of it anymore.  There was a time, before light pollution from urbanization,…

“But I discipline my body and bring it into subjection, lest, when I have preached to others, I myself should become disqualified.” (1 Corinthians 9:27) I have never been a true athlete. In fact, I’m quite inept at any sport involving a ball…which pretty much covers the sports spectrum. For me to talk about exercise is truly laughable.  But it’s…