Friends Wherever you are in the heights or the depths today, whatever trials besiege you, may we rest in the certainty that our God is good, all the time! +++ Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. Romans 5:3-4 - … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Transforming Trouble
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Monday Motivation: Rush
Friends Check your calendars. It’s December 16th. There are only eight days left to get ready for Christmas! Yes, eight days! Are you frantic now? Is your heart racing? Is your mind swirling with all the items on your holiday to do list? You are not alone. Me too... +++ Peace I leave with you; … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Rush
9/11: Nowhere To Go
Friends It has been eighteen years since that horrific day in September of 2001. This story shares my terrifying experience stranded on the streets of downtown Washington, D.C. in the midst of the terrorist attacks. May we never forget those we lost, those who survived, and the hero's and heroines that saved so many. May … Continue reading 9/11: Nowhere To Go
Monday Motivation: Birdsong
Friends Are you near a window this morning? Can you step outside? Look, listen! God’s Glory is all around you. Sing for joy and give thanks for a new day! +++ The birds of the sky nest by the waters; they sing among the branches. Psalm 104:12 - NIV The birds are at it again. … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Birdsong
Monday Motivation: Jump Rock
Friends Today, I am reminded of a family reunion trip we took a few years ago where my fearless son Jonathan talked the rest of us into taking a leap of faith. What challenge is awaiting you this morning? Will you turn away in fear or step out in faith? +++ For I know the … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Jump Rock
Monday Motivation: Everlasting
Friends My kitchen is still a mess, but I choose to live blessed. The floor will get fixed eventually, and in the meantime, I am standing on His promises. +++ But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children Psalm 103:17 - NIV … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Everlasting
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
Monday Motivation: Robe
Friends What robe do you wear on this Monday morning? When you look in the mirror, what do you see? Are you disheveled by the weight of sin and shame? Are you plagued by fear? Let's take a fresh look in the mirror. Let's close our eyes and breathe deeply. Now open your eyes to … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Robe
Monday Motivation: Tossed
Friends How’s the weather where you are? Sunny and bright or dark and gloomy? Perhaps you are being tossed about by whipping winds? Maybe not physically, but perhaps emotionally? Wherever you find yourself this morning, embrace the blessed truth that you are never alone. Your Savior watches over you now and forever. +++ Be on … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Tossed
Monday Motivation: Storms
Friends Revisiting an old favorite today as I consider the storms that rage around my family and friends. How about you? Are you stranded on stormy seas this morning or standing on solid ground? No matter where you find yourself, rest assured that our God of grace and goodness goes with you through it all. … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Storms
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