In the Light of the King’s Countenance

“In the light of the king’s countenance is life,

and his favor is as a cloud bringing spring rain.”
Proverbs 16:15

There’s nothing quite like sunshine.

After a week of coughing, sore throat, and overflowing sinuses, I’m so excited to be feeling better. Along with a few home remedies and a pot of really good homemade chicken-coconut soup, one of the most healing elements was sitting out in the sunshine.

Warm rays brought color back to my checks and lifted my spirit like the iris bulbs popping up in...