Friends “Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance” (John 20:1, NIV). Have you ever found yourself in the pit of despair? It is a desperate, lonesome place. The pit is dark, … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Can This Be Real?
Monday Motivation: Even If
Friends Will you join me in the garden this morning? For in the garden, we find Jesus, and in Jesus, we find grace. +++ “Going a little farther, he fell to the ground and prayed that if possible the hour might pass from him. “Abba, Father,” he said, “everything is possible for you. Take … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Even If
Monday Motivation: Parades
Friends Like many small towns in the South, my hometown puts on a wonderful parade at Christmastime. I love the whole scene, from the blare of the bands to the cheers of the adoring crowd. The shared excitement never fails to bring a smile to my face. What about you? Are you a fan of … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Parades
Monday Motivation: The Road Ahead
Friends Where are you today? Are you trudging up a long steep hill or skipping along down a lush green path? Wherever you find yourself today, be assured that you do not walk alone. His Grace goes with you. +++ But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power … Continue reading Monday Motivation: The Road Ahead
Monday Motivation: I Can!
Friends How are you on this Monday morning? Are you feeling content and comfortable? Perhaps words like overwhelmed, frustrated, or fearful provide a better description of your mental state. Long ago, Jesus’ disciples were feeling stressed and over-wrought, and Jesus used the moment for a powerful lesson that we can still learn from today. Let’s … Continue reading Monday Motivation: I Can!
Monday Motivation: But How?
Friends Last week, we skimmed the surface of a story that appears in three of the four Gospels. Not only was this story deemed important enough to be addressed by multiple writers, but it was also written in great detail. If the feeding of the 5000 was that important to those closest to Jesus, then … Continue reading Monday Motivation: But How?
Monday Motivation: “I Can’t!”
Friends Have you ever uttered one of the following statements? “I can't do that. I can't imagine that. We can't change that. It can't be helped.” Have you ever stopped for a moment and thought about how many times you have said the word "Can't"? I have, and it has been far too … Continue reading Monday Motivation: “I Can’t!”
Monday Motivation: Chocolate & Caramel
Friends What does love taste like? Is their a particular food that reminds you of being well loved? +++ “May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else, just as ours does for you.” 1 Thessalonians 3:12 - NIV My grandmother was a fabulous gardener, but … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Chocolate & Caramel
Monday Motivation: Without Borders
Friends Have you ever noticed how the lyrics of a song can touch you in a way that mere spoken words cannot? When a powerful message is conveyed through a beautiful melody, it’s like a sweet taste of honey on our lips. +++ ““Yes, come,” Jesus said. So Peter went over the side of … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Without Borders
Monday Motivation: All Things New
Friends Are you someone who hangs onto things until they are thoroughly worn out before you replace them? I’m afraid that I am guilty as charged. I am learning that there are times when it’s good to embrace something new. How about you? +++ “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs … Continue reading Monday Motivation: All Things New
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