Friends On this Memorial Day, may we pause and remember. +++ Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13 - NIV “My Country ‘Tis of Thee, Sweet land of liberty, Of thee I sing. Land where my fathers died. Land of the pilgrim’s pride, … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Memorial Day
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Monday Motivation: Seeds Of Joy
Friends I have been spending loads of time in my garden over the past few weeks. Holding tiny seedlings in my hand reminds me of how God tenderly holds each of us in His hands. He knows our trials. He sees our struggles, yet all the while, He is lovingly planting seeds of joy in … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Seeds Of Joy
Monday Motivation: Missing Things
Friends How are you holding up in this tough time? It is hard to wait, isn’t it? Be encouraged though, for The Lord is near. He stands with us always, no matter what trials we face. +++ On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Missing Things
Monday Motivation: Transforming Trouble
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
Monday Motivation: Words
Friends Kindness is a powerful thing. It’s found in the little things of life; a warm smile, an open door, a word of encouragement. The act seems small as you share it, but its impact is far reaching. Kindness can be a life raft for someone flailing in rough waters, the reason to hang on, … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Words
Monday Motivation: Debt of Gratitude
Friends I am still thinking about 9/11 and remembering my experiences on that September day. I am so grateful for God’s great Grace that sees us through the unexpected storms of life. God is always with us. He’s just a prayer away. +++ Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Debt of Gratitude
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: Tragedy
Friends Today, I am remembering the tragic events of September 11, 2001. I am taking a moment to remember the victims and their loved ones, as well as the heros and heroines of that horrific day. On Wednesday of this week, I will be posting a story of my 9/11 experience, stranded on the streets … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Tragedy
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: Hassles
Friends What hassles are you dealing with today? No matter how much we wish they would disappear and never resurface, the reality is that hardships and hassles are part of life. The only thing we get to control about them is our attitude. +++ Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Hassles
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