by Darlene Schacht | Sep 25, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
In 2 Corinthians 4:7 we read, “But we have this treasure in jars of clay.” And why do we have this treasure? Paul finishes the thought by saying, “to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.” What he’s talking...
by Darlene Schacht | Sep 19, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
In Daniel Chapter 3, we find the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, Daniel’s friends, who courageously followed the Lord regardless of the fact that it could very well cost them their lives. Because they refused to bow down to the king’s idol, they...
by Darlene Schacht | Sep 16, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
Think about the things that you are facing today or this week. Maybe something is worrying you or keeping you up at night. You might wonder how you’ll get through it or where you’ll find the strength to do what needs to be done. It’s important in these situations to...
by Darlene Schacht | Sep 13, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
Drawn from my archives In Luke Chapter 15, we find the parable of The Prodigal Son. As I read, I can’t help but notice the polarized attitudes of the two brothers. One came to understand the power of grace, after he understood the depth of his sin. He knew where...
by Darlene Schacht | Sep 11, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
We all struggle with courage. There’s the one voice that tells us to do what is right, and then there’s another voice, that tells us to do what feels right. “Take the easy road,” it says. “Walk away before you get hurt.” “Don’t share your faith, or you might lose a...
by Darlene Schacht | Sep 9, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
Hebrews 11 is often referred to as “The Wall of Faith.” It’s there we find men and women like Abraham and Sarah, David, Moses, and Enoch. We see faithful servants who did what it took to stay true to their faith. One look at the life of Samson, and you might wonder...
by Darlene Schacht | Sep 7, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
There’s something about Peter that intrigues me. Maybe it’s the fact that he’s so eager to serve, or perhaps it’s because he’s so personable. I see a man who loves much, but sometimes his heart runs faster than his head. He reminds me of...
by Darlene Schacht | Aug 30, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
The other day, we read about Caleb and how he ferociously held to the promise from God and believed He was true to His word. So, what about us? What promise do you and I have that God will protect us from harm? Isaiah 41:10 says, So do not fear, for I am...
by Darlene Schacht | Aug 28, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
Last weekend we went out of town for the day, and by the time we drove back, it was dark out. Since the front seat was a little bit chilly, I traded spots with Brendan who was more than happy to sit in the front, recline his seat and look up at the stars through the...
by Darlene Schacht | Aug 24, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
If you recall the story from Numbers Chapter 13, you’ll remember Caleb’s faithfulness when Moses sent out 12 men to spy on the land of Canaan. Because of that faithfulness, the land was promised to him, and so, rather than simply allotting a piece of land to...
by Darlene Schacht | Aug 21, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
Home Economics was a bit of a challenge for me, but not in the way that you’d think. I didn’t struggle with sewing as much as I struggled with the idea of making a simple potholder or a bag. I came into the class with high hopes of designing new clothes. I...
by Darlene Schacht | Aug 18, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
One of my favorite parts of growing up in a church was attending Bible camp at Red Rock Lake. Teen camp to be exact. Every summer I spent a week in a little red cabin, and every summer I was better for it. I loved everything about camp from chapel time with my friends...
