Friends Sharing a little story from my childhood archives about my sainted mother. Join me in wishing her a “Happy Birthday!” later this week. Mom, consider this jaunt down memory lane an early birthday present! +++ Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Courage
Monday Motivation: Obstacles
Friends Are there challenges in your life right now? Obstacles to overcome? Rest easy. The Lord your God goes with you into this new day and He will equip you with what you need to persevere. +++ I love you, Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Obstacles
Happy Independence Day!
I am thankful for my freedom today, indebted to my ancestors who toiled and sacrificed to give us this freedom. I give thanks for the men and women of the Armed Services who daily endure great sacrifice to keep us free. In a time when many seek to divide us, let us instead choose to … Continue reading Happy Independence Day!
Monday Motivation: Sand Castles
Friends Just returned from a few days at the beach. It’s a good place for contemplation. Have you had your time in the sand yet this summer? +++ “Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock. Though the rain comes in torrents … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Sand Castles
Monday Motivation: His Glory
Friends Life is full of sad things. We often wonder why it has to be this way. Even still, God is sovereign and He knows our pain. He weeps with us and calls us to place our trust in Him. He will see us through. +++ Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so … Continue reading Monday Motivation: His Glory
Monday Motivation: Connections
Friends Happy Father’s Day! Thank you to all the fathers and grandfathers who love their children well and search for ways to connect with them. Their time and attention to the needs and interests of their children sends a powerful message of love. +++ Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Connections
Monday Motivation: Inconveniences
Friends How do you handle being inconvenienced? Are you easily frustrated when things don’t go the way you had planned? +++ For just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so my ways are higher than your ways and my thoughts higher than your thoughts. Isaiah 55:9 - NLT As we step into summertime, … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Inconveniences
Monday Motivation: Savor
Friends It’s a new day! What delights are waiting for you to treasure today? May you and I slow down and savor the special moments. +++ Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be. Luke 12:34 - NLT Growing up as an Army brat, most of my childhood years were … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Savor
Monday Motivation: Coming Home
Friends On this Memorial Day, let us remember the sacrifices of our Armed Forces personnel, the brave men and women who serve to defend and protect our great nation. Let us remember the fallen, the wounded, the deployed, and the families they leave behind. +++ The Covenant of Mizpah... “May the Lord watch between you … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Coming Home
Monday Motivation: Heavenly Reunion
Friends Do you ever think about heaven? What will it be like? I certainly don’t know, but I’m thinking there will be some joyous reunions there! +++ 14 “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so, would … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Heavenly Reunion
