Friends I have been mulling over this scripture passage in John 21 for several weeks, so I decided to make it a story. Perhaps my musings will give you something to ponder too! +++ “And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Redeemed
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Monday Motivation: Hope Returns
Friends Happy Easter! He is risen! He is risen indeed! Praise God! Jesus is alive! +++ “So she came running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one Jesus loved, and said, “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we don’t know where they have put him!”” John 20:2 - NIV … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Hope Returns
Monday Motivation: His Name Is Jesus
Friends As Holy Week begins, I can’t help but wonder. If I had walked the streets of Jerusalem in those days long ago, would I have recognized Him? Would I have known who He was? Would I have known His Name? +++ “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and … Continue reading Monday Motivation: His Name Is Jesus
Monday Motivation: The Innkeeper Part 2
Friends Today, in the second part of our Advent mini-series, we take another peep at the innkeeper as seen through the eyes of my dear friend and fellow author, Becky Scarlett. If you missed last week’s post, click here to explore Part 1 of this compelling story. To learn more about Becky’s superb collection of … Continue reading Monday Motivation: The Innkeeper Part 2
Monday Motivation: The Innkeeper Part 1
Friends What’s your take on the innkeeper in the Christmas story? Was he just a nasty fellow who slammed the door in Joseph’s face, or could we have it all wrong? Today, in Part 1 of a two-part mini-series, we will take another look at the innkeeper. This post features a thought provoking story written … Continue reading Monday Motivation: The Innkeeper Part 1
Monday Motivation: My Peace
Friends Are there problems stealing your peace this morning? Rest assured. You don’t have to face them alone. At my recent eye appointment, I had to remind myself of this important truth! +++ “On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear … Continue reading Monday Motivation: My Peace
Monday Motivation: Tell The Story
Friends Do you have questions for which there is no documented answer? I do, and one of them is, “What happened to Mary Magdalene?” +++ “Near the cross of Jesus stood his mother, his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene.” John 19:25 - NIV Have you ever wondered what … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Tell The Story
Monday Motivation: Shaking Things Up
Friends Jesus’ love for us is unshakable, unstoppable, unchangeable. He came to love us, to heal us, to save us. His love for us never fails. Let these thoughts give you hope today! +++ Jesus said, “Do not hold on to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father. Go instead to … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Shaking Things Up
Monday Motivation: Can This Be Real?
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: 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
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