Seek the Light. Be the Light. Again, Jesus spoke to them, saying, I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness but will have the light of life. John 8:12 All my life I have been a serious light seeker. I have always loved the sun and have never …
Twenty for Twenty – Mess
Mess – because 8 days into the new year I already have messes in my life. Some of them are old messes I brought with me, and some of them are brand new. If we were all honest, you probably already have some mess in your new year too. No matter how many times I …
Twenty for Twenty – Less
Less. Less stress, less fighting, less striving, less spending, less anxiety, less worry, less fear, less sadness, less of the world, and less self. These are the things that I want less of this year. It’s official – I’m old, or at least I feel old. I am into slowing down and smelling the roses …
Twenty For Twenty – Change – NewDecade, New Year
I am one of those people who always underlined and highlighted almost everything in my textbooks because I thought it was all important. So trying to pick just one word every new year or make one or two important goals is overwhelming to me. I want so many things to change this year, how could …
A Perfect Hope
Our soul waits for the Lord; He is our help and our shield. For our heart is glad in him, because we trust in his holy name. Let your steadfast love, O Lord, be upon us, even as we hope in you. Psalm 33:22 Hope. That word may bring a flood of thoughts to your …
Her Sins Were Many
There was a woman…and her sins are many. Everyone knew her and her sins. She was alone and ashamed. She knew she didn’t “belong” there, but she had to go because she had to see Jesus. People would talk and stare. Would Jesus even acknowledge her let alone talk to her? She was definitely not …
Three Things to Remember in Hard Seasons and Tough Transitions
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. It is almost September and we are full swing into a transition period. Kids are going back to school, schedules are being adjusted, and fall is on the way – unless you live …
Listening to God
HOW DO WE LISTEN TO GOD? In our world today and the busyness of life, it is difficult to find a moment of peace and even more challenging to find the time to go to a quiet place and focus on God. However, the scriptures are filled with prayers, songs, stories, and miracles that demonstrate …