October 2 – Karen, Me & Our Dads

This morning I received a heavy-hearted text from my good friend, Karen. She said goodbye to her dad thismorning around 10am. He went home to be with Jesus. I know how real her pain is. I understand there’s nothing that can heal that open wound except God,...

"Do No Abandon Your Calling"

“Do not abandon your calling…”I’ve read or heard that about four times in two days.One time was yesterday morning from Beth Moore on Twitter:”Devastation & discouragement are fraternal twins. One just outruns the other to a finish...
God Will Use It For Good

God Will Use It For Good

Have you ever wondered why something was happening (or happened) in your life? If you’ve read much of my blog, or if you’ve paid attention to the name of my blog, you probably know that I am a Christian. I love God and I love His Son Jesus. I live out my...
Peace in Trusting God

Peace in Trusting God

Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don’t try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God’s voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; he’s the one who will keep you on track. Proverbs 3:5-6 Ever since Bill’s biking accident, I have seemed to...
Making Positive Changes

Making Positive Changes

I am moving pretty slow this morning…partly because I can’t seem to shake this tired feeling, and partly because my muscles are sore. I don’t mind the second reason. My devotions this morning spoke of God being with us, every moment of every day....
Surrendering Again

Surrendering Again

I got so upset last night. I was notified the middle of June that I was chosen for jury duty the month of July. Each weekend I would need to call in to see if I was to report to the courthouse on the following Monday. For the last two weeks when I made that phone call...

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