What are you planting in life, your family, and spreading out into the world? People, not just children, become engaged in listening to your words by watching your actions. They become interested in your seeds of wisdom when approached with care, concern, love, and fairness. When we live a life that reflects God first, then …
The world will do everything to hinder you from doing the right thing, speaking truth, seeing God at work, and seeking holiness. It happens little by little, and before you know it, daily hindrances become the norm in life. Beginning with our phone in hand, the myriad of entanglements we weave take up every available …
The choices we make always determine our mindset. Life on earth will always be a challenge. How you embrace life will either work toward a positive and thankful attitude or toward a disgruntled and bitter life of misery. It is a choice we make daily. Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide …
The best part about living surrounded by undisturbed forests is the animals that come to visit. Raccoons are one of my favorites. I could watch and interact with them for hours. It is a kind of solitude for me that calms my soul, grounds my thoughts, and nourishes my curious heart. It is spiritual. Jesus …
When we can go through each day with the joy of Christ at the forefront of every encounter, every circumstance, every word, and every action, we end the day in peace. It is when we allow minor infractions to irritate, sour attitudes to aggravate, or one delay after another to interfere with how we have …
The strength of God can carry us through whatever we labor with in life. If we rely on His Way, Wisdom, and Word, our automatic go-to is to keep our eyes on Holy and uplift everyone we come in contact with each day. If we rely solely on ourselves, we quickly give out, and God’s …
In all that you do in life, make it purposeful in helping others, the earth, and give all the glory to God. Thank you, farmers, growers, healers, earth carers, and all who labor to sustain life. Thank you to the truckers, carriers, and behind the scenes workers who labor to care for humanity. Thank you, …
Let’s assume Jesus walked the earth today, passed by your home, and said, “Come, follow me.” Would you do it? No preparation. No getting affairs in order. No letting loved ones know where you’re going. It sounds slightly crazy. Now, as Jesus walked by the sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and Andrew, his brother, …
