If I Feel Lost- John 14:6 (NASB)
Christmas time can be hectic. Shoppers were busy purchasing items for Christmas. While in the Kohl’s store, the crowds at the checkout counter were long, but the clerks were timely. I thoroughly enjoyed shopping. The only thing that was a bummer, was I lost my earmuffs that my husband bought for me. I went […]
Waiting- Isaiah 40:31 (NASB)
Pacing myself, is waiting to see what God has for me to do. Where can I glorify Him? I have ideas but is it truly what I am supposed to do. I am still recovering from an illness so do I need to go to this family function, or do I need to rest and […]
Give Thanks! -Psalm 92:1-3 (NASB)
I am thankful for all the little things I see and experience. The snow falling, a cardinal at my feeder, pumpkin pie and hot chocolate with whip cream. It does not take much to make me smile. I was happy to hear that my daughter in Florida invited a stranger who had no place to […]
Declutter-Luke 10:42 (NIV)
Declutter God is showing me my need to slow down. Slowing down can be difficult. After all, I have obligations to fulfill and assignments to complete. Being in the hospital with sepsis has opened my eyes. I am not as young as I used to be, my schedule does not need to be as […]
Laziness- Proverbs 10:4 (NIV)
Cold, rainy days make me lazy. I want to take a nap and sleep the day away. I know that that is not very productive, but that is how I feel. I know that I could fall asleep spiritually too. It happens when I do not take the time to read God’s word and take […]
Give Thanks-Psalm 136:1 (NIV)
I celebrated Thanksgiving early this year. My children came on the 22nd and filled my heart with joy. Each year, my family gets larger and my distant family has branched off to host their own dinner. We still try to get together, during the holiday, to enjoy each other. Family is so important, and […]
God Never Slumbers or Sleeps-Psalm 121:3
As I walk in this world full of all kinds of evil, I may get weary and dirty. I may want to nap and tap out because it seems too hard to navigate. It is in these times that I must persevere and remember that God sees everything that concerns me and He is in […]
Encourage One Another- I Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV)
I enjoyed meeting with a friend today. We met at the area coffee house and caught up on the latest news. The fellowship was refreshing. We laughed together, shared heartfelt experiences and encouraged each other. I am so grateful for all the people the Lord has put into my life. I realize that each of […]
Positive Thoughts-2 Corinthians 10:5 (NIV)
Positive Thoughts Positive thoughts bring positive words. I know I do not always have positive thoughts. Someone comes to my mind that has wronged me, and if I do not resist the thought, it will take root and then my words will become negative. It takes work to keep my mind in check. I […]
Let’s Be Givers-Acts 20:35 (NIV)
In everything I did, I showed you by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus Himself said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” (Acts 20:35 NIV) My husband has had his old 1995 pick-up since 1997 and has put 387,000 miles on it. […]