An Encouraging Word

The Spiritual Life

Here you go–your Tuesday’s food for thought: “The spiritual life is not a life before, after, or beyond our everyday existence. No, the spiritual life can only be real when it is lived in the midst of the pains and joys of the here and now.” — Henri Nouwen Lord, keep us always aware ofContinue reading “The Spiritual Life”

If you are struggling today with feeling down and discouraged, if you are shedding tears and bewailing your fate, take heart in these words.\ Even Jesus shed tears. While visiting his friend Lazarus’ tomb, “Jesus wept.” The shortest verse in the bible is perhaps the verse that most helps us see the human side ofContinue reading “An Encouraging Word”

Fear God

Happy Thursday! Here’s some food for thought from Oswald Chambers “The remarkable thing about God is that when you fear God, you fear nothing else, whereas if you do not fear God, you fear everything else.” Oswald Chambers

At a Snail’s Pace

At a Snail’s Pace During a recent walk, I noticed a tiny snail, its shell no bigger than a dime. It appeared motionless, but when I knelt down for a zoomed-in photo, I could see its forward progress. Ever so slowly, it traveled, a millimeter at a time, across the sidewalk. Satisfied with my photo,Continue reading “At a Snail’s Pace”

The Secret Place

Look what came in today’s mail! I always enjoy this kind of mail. If you read The Secret Place, you’ll be able to read my poem in their winter edition. If not, I can post it in another year. Have a blessed day!

New Beginnings

Happy Monday! It’s the start of a new week, a chance to begin again, to have a better week than the week before. Fortunately, our Savior gives us that opportunity too, every minute of every day. “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify usContinue reading “New Beginnings”

After 9-11

I wrote this in 2001. It was my way of dealing with all the fear and negative emotions I was experiencing. It brought me peace. In light of recent violence and tragedies and in memory of 9-11, I’m sharing it today. I hope it brings you peace. After 9-11 Television reveals the horrors: smoking ruins,Continue reading “After 9-11”

Jesus Died for You

You’ll never look into the eyes of someone Jesus didn’t die for. Read that again. You’ll never look into the eyes of someone Jesus didn’t die for. Lord, forgive me for judging others. Help me recall that you came to offer grace to all.

A Prayer for You

When life is chaotic and you feel stressed, may God grant you peace. When you feel alone and unloved, may God fill you with His love. When you are overwhelmed with grief, may God give you comfort. When you struggle with what to do, may God share His wisdom. When you feel lost and confused,Continue reading “A Prayer for You”

God is Still Sovereign

Even though Billy Graham passed from this life more than 7 years ago, his words still ring true. “God is unchanging in His love. He loves you. He has a plan for your life. Don’t let the newspaper headlines frighten you. God is still sovereign; He’s still on the throne.” ~ Billy Graham Thank you,Continue reading “God is Still Sovereign”