Kay Harms

Who Will You Bless Today?

“You need to write that book, Kay, because you have something important to say. I know God’s hand is on your ministry.” “You’re a good mom. Your children are blessed to have been raised by you.” “You’re such a good friend. I’m so thankful for you!” What do these three statements have in common, besides the fact that they all… Read More

Thanks Anyhow

Usually if I tell someone, “Thanks anyhow,” my sentiment follows an appreciative rejection of what they had planned to do for me or give me. “No, I can’t join you for lunch that day, but thanks anyhow.” Smiles all round. Warm fuzzies floating between us. “Oh, I already have one, but thanks anyhow.” How kind of her! That’s nice that… Read More

The Lover of Your Soul

For the error bred in the bone Of each woman and each man Craves what it cannot have, Not universal love, But to be loved alone. – from W.H.Auden’s poem “September 1, 1939” Our God-given hungers and desires get us into trouble only when we seek to have them satisfied in all the wrong places. One of our most basic… Read More

In Good Company

I’ve never been one to shy away from spending time alone, in solitude. I absolutely love spending time with friends and family, but I’m pretty good company for myself as well. Still, enough isolation is enough! For Pete’s sake, I live on the edge of the world in Arizona, my parents are over two thousand miles away, my son is… Read More

Just One Place to Find a Friend

She has had to make new friends every year for the past nine years. With some moves, friendships have formed easily, quickly. With others, she wondered if she would ever cconnect with anyone. But she persevered in believing that every move was an opportunity for God to bring new people into her life, people who could make a difference and… Read More

Anxiety – Is That Really So Bad?

Yes, my chest feels a little heavy lately. I know. That’s not a good thing. I’m making an appointment with my doctor today for later this week, but meanwhile there’s something else I know I need to do. I need to quit worrying. I need to stop being so anxious. You too? In fact, nearly 40 million Americans are being… Read More