by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Nov 2, 2026 | growth, spiritual growth
CBB 11/1/26 Feeling that faint almost-but-not-quite-vibration in my sternum and core in the last half hour…..like the feel of a railroad rail long before the train arrives, as the impact of metal on metal and the sound waves travel miles ahead and give early warning...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Nov 1, 2026 | culture, Entertainment, family, generosity
Bitsy had a thoroughly good time last night announcing visitors and running to the door to greet them. We handed out candy to about a dozen family groups, enjoying their costumes, chatting with parents, etc. It was a beautiful evening for a family outing and everyone...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Oct 31, 2026 | Christian Attributes, community, love, theology
For those who say, “Love is love…”. No. God is love and God has called us to love as He loves. Deuteronomy says, “…. And love your neighbor as yourself.” That’s all well and good as a starting point for a people who know, love, and obey God. However, loving others as...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Oct 25, 2026 | Assurance of faith, spiritual journey
One would have to know my history with astronomical bodies to appreciate this information shared below on Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” masterpiece. It began in February 1972, on an evening as I was escorted down the steps of my dorm at Auburn University to attend a...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Oct 13, 2026 | Assurance of faith, redemption, spiritual journey
I pray all is well with you FL folks. My church in Montgomery sent a work team yesterday. Not sure exactly where they are serving. I remember so well the faithful response of so many who came to our aid in PC 8 years ago after Hurricane Michael…meals served in church...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Oct 3, 2026 | witness
“Holy Spirit Stories” is a new Saturday feature from the Wake Up Call with JD Walt at Seedbed.com sharing true stories of ordinary people partnering with the Holy Spirit in everyday life. Each story is an invitation to listen for God’s voice, step out in faith,...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Oct 3, 2026 | communication, community, discipleship training, discipline, spiritual formation, spiritual growth
This is your introduction and invitation to the WAKE UP CALL from seedbed.com, with JD Walt and friends. It is an online devotional, and offers an international community of Christ followers that has fed me and many others for years. Join us! Visit the Facebook...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Sep 30, 2026 | Ministry, Titus 2 Partnership
– Gift of $25 to Lorraine’s Bake Shop, 22 Dexter Ave., Montgomety, to support “Pay It Forward” fund for mission neighbors in downtown area to be given coffee or food item, when needed, particularly during inclement weather. (9/5) – Transported...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Sep 20, 2026 | God's will, knowing, mercy, reconciliation, redemption, sanctification
I see posts expressing mixed emotions of angst and eagerness over what some view as Revelation’s end-time seeming to be playing out in the world today. I just am not an apocalypse speculator, neither afraid, nor eager. I just take each day as it comes, trusting God...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Sep 16, 2026 | judging, justice, mercy, Uncategorized, witness
There was a day when I did not recognize a pharmacy charge on my credit card from a pharmacy I had not used in over a year, since a move to a different neighborhood. It took a bit of effort to track down the particular store and, once identified, it turned out my card...
