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A Matter of Focus (Audio Version)

A Matter of Focus

The lazy waters take a right angled turn. Branches of white ash bend gracefully toward the water. A flash of brilliant red—a male cardinal flies, lighting on branches across the water. He perches 15 feet above the water, secure on his leafy bench, trilling to attract his mate. I sit on a stone bench nestledContinue reading “A Matter of Focus”

Children of God

I John3:1 “How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God.“ Father God, thank you for adopting us as your children and for loving us so completely. Thank you for lavishing spiritual gifts on us and for teaching us to be more like your onlyContinue reading “Children of God”

God’s Comfort

Father God, I pray for those who reach out with untiring hands. You know their distress, Lord. You alone know their needs. I pray that you will draw near to them, that they will feel your loving arms of comfort and experience your grace.

Growing Stronger (Audio Version)

Growing Stronger

For years, I’ve had thinning bones. I faithfully take my calcium pills and make sure I get weight bearing exercise. After a recent bone scan showed additional thinning, I really stepped up the exercise. In addition to tap dance classes and walks in the woods, made an effort to get up and walk every hourContinue reading “Growing Stronger”

His Divine Power

Thank you, Father, for equipping us to live a godly life and for providing us grace when we go astray.

Trusting God

“Trust Me, My child,” He says. “Trust me with a fuller abandon than you ever have before. “Trust Me, as minute succeeds minute, every day of your life, for as long as you live. And if you become conscious of anything hindering our relationship, do not hurt Me by turning away from Me. Draw allContinue reading “Trusting God”

Savoring the Small Beauties (Audio Version)

Savoring the Small Beauties

In the rush of the day, I paused to look at the sky. The bright blue drew me in, the white cotton clouds Scattered throughout. In a pause of busyness, I watched the children playing, Their small bodies running and jumping, I smiled at their laughter ringing in the air. While hurrying to an appointment,Continue reading “Savoring the Small Beauties”