Nancy C. Williams

“The spider skillfully grasps with its hands, and it is in kings’ palaces.” Proverbs 30:28 I came very close to swallowing a live black widow spider.  Several years ago, I bought a large container of fabulous red grapes and was joyfully munching on them when I noticed skinny black legs on a stem. Using a fork,…

“The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit.” Psalm 34:18 Who doesn’t love stained glass windows?  They captivate us, tell us ancient stories, and lift our eyes to worship the God of Light. From lofty, ancient cathedrals to tiny jewel-like chapels around the world, these frozen kaleidoscopes of stained…

“For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen, to the glory of God through us.” (2 Corinthians 1:20) Are you having one of those days when everyone tells you “no”? No, you didn’t get the raise. No, you can’t afford that new car. No, you can’t have that piece of cake.…

“For whoever gives you a cup of water to drink in My name, because you belong to Christ, assuredly, I say to you, he will by no means lose his reward.” Mark 9:41 (NKJV) As world events unfold in the news, it’s easy to recoil in dismay…to be fearful and depressed…to wring our hands when there is…