The keyword for the past month has been strength. Strength of faith. Strength to obey. Strength to be authentic and intentional. Strength to love. Strength to walk away from negativity. Strength and courage. And character strength. Today and tomorrow are the last two days in this series. The strength to keep going when we’d rather give up. Quotes…
Yesterday I asked, “Do we really believe Jesus plus nothing is enough?” We want to add doctrine, rules, and practices because they’re easier. We understand doing it right and being accepted by others who are doing the same. But that’s not . . . Jesus plus nothing. So what does it mean to trust, to be…
Just look at a group of teen girls. They are probably all dressed alike, with similar hairstyles, and the same brand of purses thrown over their shoulders. Because we want to fit in. We want to be liked. Everyone knows popular is better than unpopular. Stop. What if you were made to be different? You were….
It can take more strength to keep your opinions to yourself than it does to give them a voice. How strong are you? This week we’re looking at self-control, especially when it comes to words. Solomon said, “Spouting off before listening to the facts is both shameful and foolish. The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to…
Trustworthy, respectful, responsible, fair, caring, and honest . . . attributes of a person with strong good character. How is your character? What about your friends? Since individuals have penned words . . . the importance of having strength of character has been documented. Today, I’m sharing some of my favorites: “Being faithful in the smallest things is the way…
Most days I wake up feeling weak and vulnerable. And it’s okay. I don’t have to be strong. I just have to get up, wander into my quiet place, and turn to the One who promises to give me His strength. The One whose grace is sufficient and whose love never ends. My Father, who will…
Do you trust easily? Would you describe yourself as a faithful friend? Would you say your friends are faithful? What does faithfulness mean to you? The rest of the week we are going to look at a dozen ways to inspire and maintain faithfulness in our relationships. For today . . . let’s take a look at…
Some things seem impossible to forgive. The terrorist attack on September 11, 2001 is a perfect example. I promised to talk about healing after forgiveness, but I felt today might be better spent remembering and honoring. Healing brings hope. And we will look at the steps to take to help the healing process… But for…
In His grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well . . . And if you have a gift for showing kindness to others, do it gladly. Romans 12:6,8 Are you gifted with kindness? Awesome! Go out there and share it freely. But even if you don’t feel you have the gift of kindness…
I came across this video on YouTube the other day, and . . . well, it just makes me laugh. Tomorrow is Happiness Happens Day! It all began back in 1999, when the Secret Society of Happy People started with the celebration of Admit You’re Happy Day. In 2000 the celebration expanded to the entire…
Are you enjoying a simplified life or are you overwhelmed with noise, activity, and stuff? Yesterday, I shared a dozen ways you can simplify your schedule; tomorrow I’ll give you steps to simplify and organize your finances and stuff. For today, let’s take a look at what others have to say about the blessing of…
You can be happy. Really. I haven’t always believed it. I know situations and experiences can cause temporary unhappiness, but you and I get to decide whether we’ll allow sadness to linger. If you want to be happier, you have to be willing to make a few adjustments 25 Secrets and Quotes to Make You Happy 1. Decide you want…
I have a closet full of shoes and a drawer full of socks that I avoid wearing. I love cute shoes. I just love comfort more. Comfort -a state of ease and satisfaction of bodily wants, with freedom from pain and anxiety. I want comfort. Comfortable shoes. Comfortable clothes. And above all I want – a comfortable…
Woo Hoo! It’s No Housework Day! A day to forget those daily chores . . . to leave the laundry until tomorrow, pile the dishes in the sink, and ignore the crumbs on the floor. It’s time to celebrate. If I could, I would declare everyday – No Housework Day! From Punchbowl: National No Housework…
April 1. This is the day upon which we are reminded of what we are on the other three hundred and sixty-four. ~Mark Twain, April Fool’s Day is of unknown origin, but many believe it began around 1582 in France, when the Gregorian calendar was introduced, and New Year’s Day changed from April 1st to…
Jesus life was an example of humility and love. We are called to follow His example not just His teachings. It’s easy to misunderstand the truth about humility and love, because it’s too easy to make everything about us. So as we prepare for our Savior’s humble birth, let’s look at some quotes and verses…
Advent believers not only believe that Christ came, advent believers believe and live with the hope that He will come again. Quotes for Advent Thanks be to God for His unspeakable Gift— indescribable, inestimable, incomparable inexpressible – precious beyond words. ~ Lois Lebar
How do you replace “less than” thoughts with truth? God’s truth. Here are verses and quotes to remind you of the truth that – You Need to Always Remember – You are More Than… When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see…
Today is Rev’s birthday, and in honor of his day I’m going to share quotes from our 16th President, Abraham Lincoln . . . someone he respects and admires. Abraham Lincoln – Quotes “In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” “Sir, my concern is…
When you need to know God is with you. When you need to know His love. When you doubt Him because your struggle seems like too much to endure. When you’re hurting and lonely or crying out for more hope, more strength, more faith…. Keep reading: I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us…
Faith is a living, daring confidence in God’s grace, so sure and certain that a man could stake his life on it a thousand times. ~ Martin Luther “I know now, Lord, why you utter no answer. You are yourself the answer. Before your face questions die away. What other answer would suffice?” ~ C.S.Lewis…
