The Full Armor of God

Father, help me to don every piece of spiritual armor each day: the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, readiness from the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word if God. Thank you for loving me and protecting me.

Watching the Lava

Watching the Lava Several years ago my husband Scott and I flew to Hawaii for our niece’s wedding.  While there Steve, Blossom, Scott and I spent a couple of days on the big island of Hawaii.  One afternoon we visited an area that had recently been covered by a lava flow.  Since the lava wasContinue reading “Watching the Lava”

Amazing Grace

Lord, I am amazed by the sacrifice of your son, Jesus. His obedience led to our salvation and eternal life. Even though we have strayed away and been disobedient, His obedience has saved us all. It is truly astounding to contemplate. All praise and glory, to God, the father, your son Jesus, and the HolyContinue reading “Amazing Grace”

Hiking Up Long’s Peak

For years I’ve heard about Long’s Peak. One of the highest peaks in the Colorado Rockies at 14,259 feet above sea level, it looks down on thousands of other peaks. Our son and grandsons have climbed to the summit of this majestic mountain. Tired but exhilarated after an all-day hike, they tell of the amazingContinue reading “Hiking Up Long’s Peak”

Be Still

“The devil has made it his business to monopolize on three elements: noise, hurry, crowds. He will not allow quietness.” Elisabeth Elliot “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 Lord, You know how Satan can disrupt the silence. Help me to carve out times of quiet, times to commune with you, toContinue reading “Be Still”