This morning, I was reminded of something that happened once with Bryson – it has been several years ago now but still holds a powerful lesson. One morning, Breanne called me to tell me that Bryson had a doctor’s appointment that day. She said he had a cough, and she was going to take him […]
Today, I want to share a word from Bill Yount with you. I believe this word applies to us personally, as well as our cities and states and our nation. Murmuring And Complaining Were Putting Locks On The Gates Of Our Cities Including “Washington, D.C.” In the Spirit I saw the King of Glory standing […]
The center of His will. I have heard this statement throughout my Christian walk. Today, with a little help from a friend, I understand the depth of its meaning. I once received a letter from a pastor friend. In it, he wrote, “Stay under the shadow of humility, not near the edge, but deep in […]
One day, while listening to a sermon, I heard a statement that caught my attention. The man of God said, “an offering of praise.” Just this past weekend one of our partners sent me a prayer request. She had many things going on in her life that were causing her distress. Therefore, she needed agreement […]
Lately, some transitions have occurred in my personal life and the ministry. Although it feels and seems sudden, it has been culminating in my mind and heart for months. Frankly, it was something I didn’t want to do or walk through. I liked things the way they were, and I was comfortable there. However, some […]
Recently, a close friend of mine has been in a place of transition. In our conversations, she shared with me her feelings about making this change, which would be a huge step of faith for her. It seems that each time she gets to a place of complete peace about her move, something happens, or someone […]
Although it has been several years, today I was thinking about the first year I planted my raised bed garden. I remember each morning I went out to check on my garden with excitement. I was so excited when I would see a small green bean or bell pepper or those tiny cucumbers forming—it brought […]
Today, I was thinking back to 2020. It was right before the pandemic. I had just ordered the long-awaited new furniture for my house. Then COVID hit, and everything stopped. My furniture did not come as scheduled. I waited and waited. Finally, I became used to having an empty living room—which was not easy for […]
Blessed is she who believed, for there will be a fulfillment of those things which were told her from the Lord. Luke 1:45 The other day, I was listening to the radio and heard a statement that has made me think about it for days now. The statement was, “God makes sense even when […]
Last week, I took a short vacation with my daughter and her family to celebrate my grandson’s eighteenth birthday. While I looked forward to being with family and grandkids, I looked most forward to getting away from work and getting some rest. At least, that is what I hoped. The vacation home we rented was […]
I knew what I needed; I had felt it all day long. Still, the day was busy, there were people all around. When I was finally alone, the phone kept ringing. It seemed to be one thing after another that had to be dealt with. I was becoming desperate. Desperate for the one thing I […]
The goodness of the Lord never fails me. The goodness of the Lord, it overwhelms me. The goodness of the Lord is always true. The goodness of the Lord never fails me. The goodness of the Lord will see me through. These are some of the lines to a song, by Travis Ryan. It is […]
Today I was thinking about the day I drove home from officiating the funeral of my aunt. That day, I headed home, lost in thought. The next morning, I awoke with a heavy heart. I knew I could spend the day working or at home, resting – but neither felt like what I needed to do. […]
Expectations of others could be defined as planned disappointments. Think about that for a moment. This statement arrested me one morning as the Lord brought a heart issue to my attention. Expectations are not bad. God says in His Word that He will give us an expected end. (Jeremiah 29:11) Expectations can be good. However, when […]
While I was studying this week, I came across a scripture. As I read it, I felt the Lord wanted me to share it with you today – I believe this is a word for someone, if not for many of you. The scripture is found in Genesis 41:52 and it says. And the second […]
Lately I have been thinking about something God once spoke to me. It was early one morning, when I first opened my eyes, that He began to speak to me. After a few moments He spoke three words to me… “Preparing the heart.” I knew this was to be my subject of study for the […]
While reading in the Old Testament this week, I felt God highlighted a particular scripture to me. I want to share it with you today. It is found in Joshua 1:9. Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is […]
Today I was thinking about grace, God’s grace. I know in life; God gives us grace to walk through difficult seasons. Through times we don’t think we can survive. Not only a grace to walk through and survive it, but a grace to walk through with Joy in the Lord. A grace to thrive in […]
But one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead. (Phil 3:13) I think it is interesting that Paul says, “This ONE thing I do,” yet it is a two-part instruction. One that is vital as we move from one season to another. Especially if the last […]