Good morning! I hope you all have a blessed Tuesday! Today’s quote is one I could read and ruminate on over and over. So much wisdom and so much to consider. What do you take away from this quote? “By greeting life’s pains with something other than denial, we may find something unexpected. By invitingContinue reading “Invite God In”
Tag Archives: Joy
Through the Psalms, Chapter 8
1, 3 &4, 9 “Lord, our Lord, How majestic is your name in all the earth! When I consider your heavens, The work of your fingers, The moon and the stars, Which you have set in place, What is mankind that you are mindful of them, Human beings that you care for them? Lord, ourContinue reading “Through the Psalms, Chapter 8”
A Child’s First Steps
A Child’s First Steps Do you remember watching a baby learn to walk? First, he holds Mom’s hand tightly, walking with the reassurance of that grip. Soon he lets go, taking tentative steps on his chubby legs. Back and forth he walks, from Mom to Dad and back to Mom. He has complete confidence; hisContinue reading “A Child’s First Steps”
Just Imagine
“Right now, we wear our souls on the inside. But one day we will be “clothed in righteousness” as we wear our souls on the outside, brilliant and glorious.” Joni Eareckson Tada This beautiful image–it brightens even the gloomiest day. Father, thank you for the little things–a quote, a lovely ice formation, a smile–that brightenContinue reading “Just Imagine”
Merry CHRISTmas
Merry Christmas!May your heart have room for the Christ child today.May it have room for the risen Savior all year long. Thank you, Lord, for sending your son, Jesus, the Christ to save us all.
Hear the Crying
Imagine if you will, Christmas day more than 2000 years ago in the town of Bethlehem. Jesus is born. Do you feel the crisp morning air? Do you smell the animals and the hay? Listen. Do you hear the newborn crying? Can you see Mary, seated on the floor of the stable, holding her tinyContinue reading “Hear the Crying”
Wrestling Redemption
Wrestling Redemption A former student of mine was an extremely talented wrestler. As a freshman, he placed second in his state school wrestling tournament. He was very pleased and proud of himself, and, like many young athletes, it went to his head. He became arrogant. During practice his sophomore year, he was unwilling to listenContinue reading “Wrestling Redemption”
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”
Taste and See
If you haven’t tasted what life is like with Jesus, perhaps you should taste and see for yourself. Lord, I pray that others would be able to taste the peace, joy and love in life with you.
Friday Prayer Challenge
Pray this scripture for others this week. Colossians 1:9-12 “For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding. And we pray this in order that you may live aContinue reading “Friday Prayer Challenge”
Growing Our Faith Together 