Friends How is the weather where you are? As I stare out the window at a cold, wet winter’s day, I find myself feeling gloomy. I long for the sunshine of spring. But then, I remind myself to be thankful for every day, even the cold and cloudy ones. +++ This is the day that … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Wintry Blues
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Out Of The Cornfields
Friends Happy Valentine's Day! My heartfelt thanks for your continued support of my writing. On this day that celebrates love, I want to share a heartwarming story about my father's heart attack in 1981 and the exceptional care our family received from the hospital staff and the kind people of a small Ohio town. On … Continue reading Out Of The Cornfields
Monday Motivation: One Word
Friends Is your new year off to a good start or are there problems weighing you down on this Monday morning? Wherever you are today, You are not alone. Our God is present and faithful to see you through whatever lies ahead. Place your trust in His limitless Grace. +++ Do not be anxious about … Continue reading Monday Motivation: One Word
Monday Motivation: Peace Prayer
Friends As we begin a new year, my thoughts always turn to self examination. How can I grow this year? What do I need to work on? I ponder the Fruit of the Spririt and wonder how well I am bearing fruit. In these reflections, it brought to mind this prayer I have shared before … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Peace Prayer
Monday Motivation: Wait Friends Happy New Year’s Eve! It’s almost 2019! Wishing you and your family love, joy, peace and hope as we begin a new year. Blessings to you! +++ Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the … Continue reading
Monday Motivation: Night Shift
Friends Merry Christmas! A Savior is born! Glory to God in the Highest and on earth, Peace and good will to all! +++ And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Night Shift
Monday Motivation: The Knock
Friends My pastor has been preaching a sermon series on Joseph. His words reminded me of a message I wrote last year about the faithful stepfather of Jesus. Since I spoke of Mary last week, it seems only fitting to give equal consideration to how Joseph dealt with his divine assignment. +++ So Joseph also … Continue reading Monday Motivation: The Knock
Monday Motivation: Tea Time
Friends As I watch the winter wonderland outside my window, I am thankful for a cozy cup of tea to be savored beside the warm flame of a fire in my kitchen hearth. Hoping you can savor some quiet moments today to contemplate the spectacular story of our Savior’s birth. +++ But the angel said … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Tea Time
Monday Motivation: Inspiration
Friends In this week of Thanksgiving, let us take stock of our blessings and give our thanks to our Good, Good Father for His most gracious blessings, the greatest of which is the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ! +++ Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Inspiration
Monday Motivation: Safe Passage
MM Nov 12 Safe Passage Friends What’s floating your boat today? Is it smooth sailing or are you caught in rough waters? Whatever your present circumstances, reach out in trust to The Lord and He will set you on the right course. +++ A strong wind was blowing and the waters grew rough. When they … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Safe Passage
