by Marie | Christmas traditions, Devotionals, Faith, Hope, Marie Wells Coutu, Such a Moment
The story is familiar. At Christmas, we remember and celebrate Jesus’ birth: “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be a sign for you: you will find a...
by Marie | Christmas, Devotionals, Faith, Hope, Joy, Life, Marie Wells Coutu, Mended Vessels, Such a Moment
Can you feel it? The anticipation, excitement, hope, and wonder in the air as Christmas approaches? Or have you gotten too focused on the shopping, baking, decorating, and list-making to notice? Christmas is the season of anticipation. The four weeks leading up to...
by Marie | Apology, Devotionals, Life, Marie Wells Coutu, Repentance, Such a Moment, Words
The customer service representative was pleasant enough. She repeatedly said, “I’m sorry, but…” I was frustrated after spending a total of two hours on the phone and on chat. I did not feel like I was being heard. I knew I was in the right, and...
by Marie | Devotionals, Eternity, Faith, future, Life, Marie Wells Coutu, Sight, Such a Moment, Trust, Vision
I just got back from the eye doctor’s office, and my vision is still adjusting to the light after being dilated and then having bright lights shone into my eyes. Am I the only one who feels as if I’m failing the test when I can’t tell which line of...
by Marie | Marie Wells Coutu
With midterm elections occurring this week, it’s hard to escape the campaign ads, the political discussions, and the messages encouraging you to vote. And I agree: one of our responsibilities of citizenship in a free country is to be informed and to vote our...