Choose Unity- Philippians 2:2 (NIV)
Then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in Spirit and of one mind. (Philippians 2:2 NIV) Unity is important. If you want to get many things accomplished within a group, you need unity. If one person is demanding their way when trying to complete a project, it will […]
God’s Peace- Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)
And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7 NIV) Have you ever tried to fix other people’s problems? It does not work. You may give good advice, go the extra mile by physically helping but nothing changes. It is then, when exhaustion sets […]
God’s Comfort- Matthew 5:4 (NIV)
Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted. (Matthew 5:4 NIV) Saying goodbye may be the hardest thing to do. We know that life and death are in God’s control. He has the final say. We pray for healing and health but when God’s plan is to take a soul home, it is […]
Difficult Decisions- Proverbs 21:3 (ESV)
To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. (Proverbs 21:3 ESV) It is tough making decisions when you oversee a loved one. You may know in your mind that you are doing what is best, but your heart is hurting because u know your loved one does not […]
There is Always Hope- Psalm 51:7 (NIV)
Cleanse me with hyssop and I will be clean; wash me and I will be whiter than snow. (Psalm 51:7 NIV) I love cleaning the house and getting rid of unwanted items. I have been working on our basement and storage room. I have made a conscious decision to rid myself of stuff. There […]
Sweet as Honey- Proverbs 24:13-14 (NIV)
Eat honey, my son, for it is good; honey from the comb is sweet to your taste. Know also that wisdom is good for you: If you find it, there is a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off. (Proverbs 24:13-14 NIV) Recently, I tasted a nice, sweet tangerine. […]
Roots go Deep! Colossians 2:6-7 (NIV)
So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. (Colossians 2:6-7 NIV) While traveling one day, I noticed how the trees were growing out of the side of the […]
Choose Forgiveness! Hebrews 12:15 (NIV)
See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many. (Hebrews 12:15 NIV) Who likes to carry excess weight around? I know I don’t. Opportunities come knocking at my door, like bitterness, unforgiveness and selfishness. When they knock, I […]
Trust God in all Times- Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight. […]
God’s Desires-Psalm 37:4 (ESV)
Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart. (Psalm 37:4 ESV) When I delight myself in the Lord, He shows me the right desires to have. I love to bring encouragement. When I lift someone up, I feel good. I feel like I have accomplished what I […]