I’m sure you’re like me, in that some days you’re just not sure you’re strong enough to get out of bed and face the day. Maybe it’s physical limitations caused by pain or illness. Maybe it’s emotional. The thought of dealing with a person or problem feels overwhelming and makes you want to pull the…
It’s so easy to get caught up in the dailiness of life. I get busy just doing and living and somehow forget to fill moments with gratitude and thanksgiving. Oh, I can talk about it “real good” in this space but the doing it . . . yeah, that can get pushed aside by the…
“Sometimes when we get overwhelmed we forget how big God is.”~ AW Tozer It’s true, isn’t it? When hurricanes hit literally or figuratively it’s easy to get overwhelmed. One of the things I tend to forget when my life feels out of (my) control and I’m tangled in a web of confusion and frustration is that…
I love great quotes! I save them on Pinterest and keep links to them close for easy access when I need a word of encouragement from someone who’s been there before me. You see, I don’t like learning the hard way! I’m one of those people who believes the advice of others. Now, that’s both…
Do you ever read a quote that you believe to be life-changing? One that is full of wisdom and truth? These words by Max Lucado from In the Eye of the Storm. It is one of those “best quotes” I not only want to remember but need to pull apart. I want it to be…
I hate phone-trees. It’s embarrassing how quickly I get ugly while trying to talk to a computer voice that insists I follow her prompts while refusing to hear my request. I try to make myself feel better with the excuse . . . it’s only a computer. But if it goes on too long, I…
Don’t you love joyful, passionately positive people? No, not those who are over the top and fake, but… The ones who live with enthusiasm, look for joy, pursue their dreams, and refuse to focus on what isn’t while working toward possibilities. Most people choose friends who love life and are fun to be around; so,…
How many relationships have been destroyed over foolish, hurtful, words spoken because someone was judgmental or jealous? I’ve been on both sides of hurtful words in my life. I’m guessing you have been too. Too many thoughtless things I’ve said that I wish I could retrieve and words said by others come to mind even…
Some days you and I wake up filled with joy and praise comes easy. Some days life is hard and our praise is wrapped in cries and pleas. Today I want to talk about the other days. Those “run-of-the-mill” mundane days full of routine and normalcy. Days of dirty bathrooms, piles of laundry, and carpooling…
Do you have anything in your life you’d do differently if you could get a do-over? I think everyone has lots of little things and maybe even a few big things they think . . . if only I had or if only I hadn’t. Yeah, me too. Of all the dos and don’ts, I…
Sometimes it’s easy to slow down, breathe, and get the rest you and I need but other times when life is stressful . . . I don’t know about you but I can get so caught up in the craziness that I forget to take the time I need to spend time with the Lord…
Even though things may slow down a bit in the summer it seems there are still plenty of things trying to distract me and pull me away from my time with the Lord. And I feel it! My heart craves HIM the Rock of my salvation! I need more of God! He is my shield…
You open your eyes and can’t believe it’s morning already. Yesterday was hard and you have a feeling today will be just as challenging… You feel overwhelmed, unable, and in need of help. So, you’re crying out asking God to give strength only He is able to give. 5 Verses to Pray When You Need…
Do you ever lie awake at night thinking, I don’t know what to do? You have a decision to make, a problem to solve, or a path to pursue and you’ve prayed, oh how you’ve prayed but you don’t feel like God is giving you clear direction. You want to know God’s will! So, you…
When I’m struggling. When I don’t know what to do next. When I’m anxious about the path God is placing before me . . . I go to the Psalms. Because David penned words there that are raw and honest. It almost feels like I’m getting a peek at his personal journal. “Lord, I’m afraid….
You celebrated with family and friends. You shouted the victory cry, “He is risen! He is risen, indeed!” And today, before you go back to business as usual, stop a minute longer and bask in the blessing of the resurrection with quotes that change everything . . . not just for one spring day but every…
Fear and worry go together like pb and j. If you struggle with fear, you are most likely an experienced worrier. The other day we talked about the reasons to stop worrying – Stop Worrying! It’s Not Good for You! So today, let’s take a look at… 25 Quotes that will Help You Stop Worry…
This is one of those posts that won’t make me the most popular blogger on the block. It’s just something I’ve been thinking about and feel the need to discuss here. I’m reading through a Chronological Version of the Bible this year and the last few months I’ve been working my way through the kings…
Rev and I will celebrate our 45th Anniversary this weekend. What?! I remember thinking people married 25 years were old and those married 50 were ancient. Now that we’re closer to 50 than 25 . . . I’m surprised at how not old we feel. Sure, on the outside our hair is gray and our…
We’ve got trouble. If you watch the news, we’ve got overwhelming trouble. Maybe you’ve got personal trouble. Life can be hard. But then there’s this… Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a…
Today’s a sad day for us. It hasn’t always been sad. In fact, it’s the anniversary of one of our family’s happiest days. But now, it’s a reminder of what we’ve lost . . . that someone we love is missing. We cherish every happy memory but on days like today, in all honesty . ….
