Walk to Emmaus – Monica Bard

If Jesus Didn’t Go Solo, Neither Should We!

By: Monica Bard October 15, 2018November 27, 2018

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What was Jesus’ first action when He began His ministry? As I read this question, it gave me pause. Jesus is baptized, spends forty days in the wilderness, and then begins His ministry in Galilee. And just what is the first thing He does? Jesus calls His team. First, Peter and Andrew, followed by James…

Resources to Help You Include Christ in Your Daily Routine

By: Monica Bard October 13, 2018November 10, 2018

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Devotionals for Both Men and Women Devotionals for Women Devotionals for Couples Devotionals for Men For those on the go who love Digital Options First5 app for women: First5 app First15 app: First15 app Upper Room Daily Reflections: Upper Room Incourage: (in)Courage Worship Initiative Devo: Worship Initiative app: Proverbs 31: Encouragement for Today

Is God in Your Back-to-School Routine?

By: Monica Bard September 16, 2018November 10, 2018

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As a kid, I was giddy when the time came each summer to buy school supplies. Throughout high school and then college, I excitedly anticipated my new class schedule. With that coveted class schedule in hand, I hurried next to the university bookstore anxious to handpick each textbook. For me, it was literally walking into…

He Loved Them to the End

By: Monica Bard August 8, 2018November 10, 2018

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I experienced my first pedicure seated next to my daughter as she pampered for her first prom. That was years ago, but to this day I still feel compelled to prepare for a pedicure. Ladies, you know what I’m talking about. Raise your hand, if like me, you must shave and moisturize your legs before…

What Price for Freedom?

By: Monica Bard July 13, 2018September 1, 2018

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Did you gleefully anticipate the 4th of July, a treasured holiday and day off from work? I did. Like me, did you celebrate with family and food, maybe a backyard BBQ or fish fry at the bay? Did you ooh and aah as you looked upward to watch beautiful fireworks light up the night sky,…

How God Opens Our Eyes

By: Monica Bard November 7, 2017September 5, 2018

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Do you recall standing in line as an elementary student, with all your friends and classmates, as the school nurse performed her annual vision check? I know I’m showing my age, but I do. As a fourth grader, I was sent home with a note for my parents advising that I probably needed glasses. My…

Celebrating My “Redreamer”

By: Monica Bard June 12, 2016September 1, 2018

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Yesterday I celebrated my 54th birthday. As I spent the day with my precious family, the three of us road-tripped thirty miles to a nearby vineyard. With no set plans for the day, it was simply a day to relax and spend time together. We taste-tested assorted offerings at the vineyard and peppered them with…