Rejoice Always! – Philippians 4:4 (NIV)
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! (Philippians 4:4 NIV) I have been working on not allowing myself to worry about other people’s responsibilities. I see areas in their lives, that if they changed them, things would improve but God brings the change. I want to walk in the joy […]
The Power of Unity-Psalms 133:1 (NASB)
Behold, how good and pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity. (Psalms 133:1 NASB0 I have not been blessed in this way in a long time. While ministering in song, at an area Retirement home, God showed up in amazing ways. One person requested prayer for the folks who are […]
Let Joy fill Your Heart- Proverbs 17:22 (ESV)
A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. (Proverbs 17:22 ESV) If you live in Ohio, you will see colorful leaves in October. I love this time of the year. It fills me with joy. I love the smell of burning leaves in the fire pit and […]
God Has Good Things- Romans 8:28 (NIV)
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28 NIV) Facing disappointments can be difficult especially when you have believed something good was going to happen and it didn’t. You may have finished a project that you […]
Be Alert-Solomon 2:15 (ESV)
Catch the foxes for us, the little foxes that spoil the vineyards for our vineyards are in blossom. (Solomon 2:15 ESV) I enjoyed a hot cup of tea with a close friend today. I am thankful that I still have this freedom in my small hometown. Many folks around the world do not […]
My Inmost Being- Psalm 139:13 (NIV)
For you created my inmost being, you knit me together in my mother’s womb. (Psalm 139:13 NIV) All of God’s creation is beautiful. I was blessed to view a Cicada up close while weeding my flower bed. It landed on my hand and, I sat watching its red eyes looking at me. Its clear […]
The Power of the Tongue- Proverbs 18:24 (NASB)
Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit. (Proverbs 18: 24 NASB) Who doesn’t want encouragement but, when harsh words are hurled instead, it hurts. How should I respond? I could sling the same unkind words but what kind of fruit would […]
God’s Love Came- John 3:16 (NIV)
For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16 NIV) Everyone should have the freedom of speech. Not every American believes in God, the Creator of this world but, that does not mean that I should […]
Only Trust-Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not to your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight. (Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV) How do I handle life when seasons change? I may be an empty nester, have lost a spouse or caring for […]
May You be Healed- James 5:16 (NIV)
Therefore, confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. (James 5:16 NIV) What should I do when God shows me sin in my heart. It is the very place that He dwells. I don’t like […]