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A quiet place for weekly devotionals, honest stories, and Scripture-rooted encouragement for trusting God in everyday life.
Selfish Switch
Selfish Switch
For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing. James 3:16 Isn't the switch too easy? Usually a moment of pure insanity. One moment we are living for God... And the next minute we are focused again on ourselves. One minute we are speaking life to others... And before we... Read more...
His Creation
His Creation
So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. And God blessed them...And God saw everything that he had made, and behold, it was very good. Genesis 1:27-28,31 God created us in His image. We are the only things He created so... Read more...
Pouring Blessings Out
Pouring Blessings Out
Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not... Read more...
Appointed and Annointed
Appointed and Annointed
Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations. Jeremiah 1:5 How do you see yourself? Defeated or victorious? Less than or worthy? Demoted or honored? Jeremiah 1:5 reminds us of our value. Who God says we... Read more...
Your Value
Your Value
Even before he made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in his eyes. Ephesians 1:4 You are capable. You are confident. You belong here. Recently shared those words with a loved one, who was questioning her abilities. When she repeated them, a smile broke out... Read more...
Your Closest Friend
Your Closest Friend
Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. James 1:5 Jesus is as close as you want Him to be or as far away as you choose for Him to be. He's always right by your side. You can choose to let Him into your life, or not. You can be as... Read more...
Holding Onto What?
Holding Onto What?
And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 What are you holding onto that is keeping you from the promises of God? What are you keeping closer to your heart than God? God's promises... Read more...
Mary's Emotions
Mary's Emotions
But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. Luke 2:19 As mothers, we feel deeply. Natural or adoption, the moment we hold that child in our arms, our hearts forever change. Mary, the mother of our Lord, was no different. She had the same emotions we do, ranging from complete joy... Read more...
Choosing Joy
Choosing Joy
Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices; my flesh also dwells secure. Psalm 16:9 I just love Christmas. Always have. Love my candles in each window. They've evolved into not only battery operated, but put themselves on and off with their timer. Absolutely brilliant. I laugh as the kids and I used... Read more...
Always by Your Side
Always by Your Side
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10 He's here. Picture Jesus sitting right here. In the chair beside you. He's as near as your very breath. He's waiting for you to... Read more...
A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
Be careful to obey all these words that I command you, that it may go well with you and with your children after you forever, when you do what is good and right in the sight of the Lord your God. Deuteronomy 12:28 Ever read A Christmas Carol? My eighth graders read it with me... Read more...
Living Within Forgiveness
Living Within Forgiveness
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:32 What if you lived from a place of forgiveness towards others? Those who hurt you, often repeatedly? God, whose faithfulness endures to all generations, is merciful. He promises to hold you upright as a steadfast Rock. And... Read more...