“The sun comes up. It’s a new day dawning…10,000 reasons for my heart to find” It’s the beginning of sunrise in my part of the world. It’s that moment when light begins to emerge from the darkness of night. Contemplating how Jesus was sent into a world full of darkness to be the light, my heart suddenly felt overwhelmed with …
I love water. It is my happy place. I’ve spent many years of my life along Lake Michigan and, later, near an ocean and other lakes. Recently, I was on a sunset cruise on a sailboat, soaking in every moment. I didn’t want to forget the smell of the water or the sound of stillness when we were adrift. One …
“Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” Luke 18:14 HCSB We were sitting in a Bible study with five other couples. Part of our study that day led us to a time of confession and repentance of sinful behavior we were holding onto that might be keeping us at arm’s length …
“The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.” Isaiah 58:11 I’ve spent time with some dear friends this week. These women have blessed me with their friendship. Through encouragement, prayer, and occasionally, chastisement, these ladies remind …
Are you walking through a storm in your life? Stand firm. God is in control and “He’s got this!”
