Joy from Laughter-Proverbs 17:22 (ESV)
A joyful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit dries up the bones. (Proverbs 17:22 ESV) When dark winter brings loss and sorrow, I need some laughter to fill my soul. It is like taking a dose of medicine when my body is sick. I need one of those deep belly- laughs to overtake […]
Keep You Door Locked- John 10:10 (NIV)
The thief comes only to still and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full (John 10:10 NIV) I had a dream last night that someone was trying to break into my house. The person tried each door, but all the doors were locked. They tried […]
God’s bigger Plan-Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV) I believe we are a small piece of God’s bigger plan. It is like being a piece of a large puzzle. When tragedy […]
Remember-Psalm 42:11 (NLT)
Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise Him again- my Savior and my God. (Psalm 42:11 NLT) The Christmas holiday can leave me depleted and overwhelmed. The pressure of shopping and running from one place to another and not being able to […]
I Can do What God Says! – Philippians 4:13 (NASB)
I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:13 NASB) People may tell you that you can not succeed at a thing you are trying to do, and it may truly look impossible for you but, with God, all things are possible. God has specific plans for your life, and you are […]
Needed Strength-Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)
But those who wait upon the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint. (Isaiah 40:31 NIV) Who is not tempted to be impatient? I know while waiting in traffic, long lines in the grocery store or […]
God’s Love-Psalm 136:1 (NIV)
Give thanks to the Lord for He is good. His love endures forever. (Psalm 136:1 NIV) I believe good memories are a gift from God. I believe that our loved ones who have passed on are with us through all the good memories we have experienced while with them. I believe that sometimes God […]
The Sovereign God- Daniel 6:26 (NIV)
I issue a decree that in every part of my kingdom people must fear and reverence the God of Daniel. For He is the living God and He endures forever; His kingdom will not be destroyed, His dominion will never end. (Daniel 6:26 NIV) God shows us who He is amid our trials and many […]
I Found Love- 1John 4:8 (NIV)
Whoever does not love does not know God for God is love. (1John 4:8) We all need love, but we do not all know what love is. We seek to find love in many places that only leave us empty. I have finally found love. I have searched in all the wrong places; relationships, […]
God is Trustworthy- Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)
But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. (Psalm 13:5) God’s love does not fail. He gives hope when my heart feels hopeless. He helps me to walk with integrity and joy. Be Encouraged! Because of God’s unfailing love, you can trust Him for all the seasons of your life.