Category Archives: _Chaplain Lil’s Blog

Dear Friends, It is hard to believe after 26 years this will be my last Jottings.  This past August I informed the board of my intention to retire at the end of 2018. These past years have been filled with learning, joy, victories and … Continue reading →

Serving as the women’s chaplain these past 20 plus years has been, and continues to be, an honor and privilege to serve the inmates as if I am serving our Lord. One of my greatest joys is watching the women grow in their walk with Christ … Continue reading →

I’m wondering how many people start out with having thoughts of doing something completely different in life then something happens and they are thrown somewhat of a curveball. We all have a choice to listen to the Lord but sometimes … Continue reading →

Isaiah 40:31 For those who wait upon the Lord, they shall renew their strength. They shall mount up with wings as eagles, they shall run and not grow weary, they shall walk and not grow faint. In this passage of Scripture, which I am sure … Continue reading →

“If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.” These were wise words both my sister and I heard from our father countless times growing up. This is a life principle that was birthed from Scripture. … Continue reading →

“Let It Go!!! It’s not your department.” This is the lesson the Lord has been teaching me…again.  You see, I’m a natural worrier and perfectionist. I want everything done ahead of time. I want everyone to be happy. I want … Continue reading →

Have you ever found yourself in the midst of Challenges within your life, or in your family, or work? Challenges are very familiar to God. We are immersed in challenges in our daily lives. When knocking on the door for … Continue reading →

“This is how much God loved the world: He gave his Son, his one and only Son. And this is why: so that no one need be destroyed; by believing in him, anyone can have a whole and lasting life. … Continue reading →

“Then the King will say to those on his right, Enter, you who are blessed by my Father! Take what’s coming to you in this kingdom it has been ready for you since the world’s foundation. And here’s why: I … Continue reading →

Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some evangelist; and some, pastors and teachers; for the perfecting (furnishing) of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ.” I … Continue reading →