You are renowned for your wisdom and beauty; and, you captured the heart of a king and became his wife! What advice would you give a younger woman who is newly married, or hoping to soon be wed, on how to have a Godly, happy marriage?

In 1 Samuel 25, only one brief sentence is given to Samuel’s death: “Samuel died and all Israel gathered for his funeral and buried him in his family plot at Ramah”. This great man who was dedicated to the Lord and served Him from his youngest days was now dead. Epitaph? Not likely. Legacy? Certainly. His is a legacy written by God, canonized forever in the sacred Scriptures.

Who do you turn to for truth and encouragement? And, then, how can God use you to serve Him in your everyday life? Maybe you have asked yourself these questions as you think about the year ahead.

On those cold days when you don’t have a lot of time, this is your dish! And don’t forget there are so many ways to enjoy chili. Serve over rice, with beans, dished over loaded cornbread, Frito pie, stuffed bell peppers, stuffed zucchini, stuffed baked russet potato, stuffed sweet potato and more!