A Change in Plans- Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV)
There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under the heavens. (Ecclesiastes 3:1 NIV) Sometimes change hits me by surprise. I may think I will do a certain thing or have made plans to do something and then it all changes. It may be the weather that dampens my […]
Step Out and Trust! Proverbs 3:5-6 (NASB)
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. (Proverbs 3:5-6 NASB) It is not always pleasant to step out into the unknown such as attending a new class, finding a job or having […]
A life of Purpose- Jeremiah 32:19 (NIV)
Great are your purposes and mighty are your deeds. Your eyes are open to the ways of all mankind; you reward each person according to their conduct. (Jeremiah 32:19 NIV) This is a new year, and I have hope. I believe the word, for me, this year is purposeful. I am to consciously live with […]
Joy in the Moment! Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV)
Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength. (Nehemiah 8:10 NIV) I was reminded, while meeting with a friend, that I need to have joy in the moment. I must not worry or be too concerned about what lies ahead but enjoy each moment of each day. It is easy to […]
One important Gift- John 3:16 (NASB)
For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life. (John 3:16 NASB) All I needed was one present this year. A present that a family member or friend had taken the extra time to learn of what I […]
Treasure what is Important! Matthew 6:20-21 (ESV)
But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal; for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. […]
Jesus is my Strength-Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV)
The joy of the Lord is your strength- (Read- Nehemiah 8:10 NIV) I am thankful when the sun is shining. When the clouds fill the sky and it is overcast, my mood seems a little off. I do not feel like doing much. It can be the same for my spirit when losses and disappointments […]
Look beyond the Cover- Samuel 16:7 (ESV)
But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature. Because I have rejected him. For the Lord sees not as man sees; man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.” (Samuel 16:7 ESV) How often have we looked […]
Merry Christmas- Isaiah 9:6 (NIV)
For unto us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God. (Isaiah 9:6 NIV) Today, we celebrate the joy of Jesus’ birth. In a lowly manger lie the Christ child, the savior of the world. We […]
God came Down- Luke 2:12 (NIV)
Love came Down This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths lying in a manger. (Luke 2:12 NIV) Everyone needs and seeks love. Some look in many places but end up being disappointed. God is love and apart from Him, all else is counterfeit. The baby […]