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
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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
Monday Motivation: Sand Castles
Friends Just returned from a few days at the beach. It’s a good place for contemplation. Have you had your time in the sand yet this summer? +++ “Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock. Though the rain comes in torrents … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Sand Castles
Monday Motivation: His Glory
Friends Life is full of sad things. We often wonder why it has to be this way. Even still, God is sovereign and He knows our pain. He weeps with us and calls us to place our trust in Him. He will see us through. +++ Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so … Continue reading Monday Motivation: His Glory
Monday Motivation: Connections
Friends Happy Father’s Day! Thank you to all the fathers and grandfathers who love their children well and search for ways to connect with them. Their time and attention to the needs and interests of their children sends a powerful message of love. +++ Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Connections
Monday Motivation: Savor
Friends It’s a new day! What delights are waiting for you to treasure today? May you and I slow down and savor the special moments. +++ Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be. Luke 12:34 - NLT Growing up as an Army brat, most of my childhood years were … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Savor
Monday Motivation: Heavenly Reunion
Friends Do you ever think about heaven? What will it be like? I certainly don’t know, but I’m thinking there will be some joyous reunions there! +++ 14 “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so, would … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Heavenly Reunion
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: Illumination
Friends Happy Easter! On this Easter Monday, let us rejoice! We have been redeemed. He is alive! Jesus is alive! +++ “O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?” The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, who gives us … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Illumination
