Journal Entries have often times included lover letters to God. These are personal conversations with and prayers to the Father in Heaven.
The Lord blesses in many ways even when we are unaware. God gives us a heart of courage when we need most, encouragement through His Word and friends, and a life line of prayer to sort out our day. Be willing to spend time to seeking His Holy presence and notice with thanksgiving the gifts …
The dance of life goes on and on. Are you dancing with love, kindness, honesty, and grace? Tis time to release the anger, bitterness, jealousy, and hatred that destroys within and without. Be on your guard; stand firm in faith; be one of courage and strong (1 Cor. 16:13) for the Spiritual dangers and battles …
It is one thing to believe in the unseen and another to live it. Words are plentiful. Actions reinforce words. Faith is the key to success in words and actions. Hope follows faith into the heart and soul within each of us. While we may not hear or see Jesus teach in the flesh today, …
Jesus came to teach us how to live. He did not come to dispel the old ways but rather to add depth to the ways of God. Love is the catalyst for all of the goodness in the world. Without love faith wanes and hope is diminished. God is love. Jesus sacrifice began with love. …
The heart of the matter for today is to be thankful Jesus loved us that much. He loved us enough to die for us. I know no one who would do that for another except for a good mother. So, what is in your heart this day and everyday? Worry, bills, anxiety, malice, anger, next …
The faraway city lights of Bethlehem are now in sight of the tired travelers. To Mary and Joseph this spoke of rest, hope, and long-awaited blessings. I am sure they looked forward to eating a hearty meal, bathing off the grime and sweat, and sleeping in a real bed at the inn. There must have …
The journey that changes the world is upon us. It is about an 80 mile trip of walking and riding a donkey to a destination that God chose to come to earth. The trip will be treacherous for a woman 9 months pregnant. Mary and Joseph did not hide, they trusted God and His process …
Tucked amid the three trees is a moss covered shelter housing the babe of a lifetime. It is a remembrance of the birth of the One who saves humanity to eternity. The tree of pride gives way to humble means. The tree of humility carries the breath of God on the wind throughout the earth. …
God knows your name. He whispers to you in the recesses of your heart planting seeds of encouragement, warnings, guidance, and love. Do you listen for Holy? The coming of the Christ child had people talking, kings worried, and nations gearing up to take over political interests as favored ones. Alas, this is not what …
Commercialism has taken us away from reflecting on the real reason we celebrate Christ-mas. We begin at the Black Friday sales and do not slow down until New Year’s Day. Stress overwhelms and crowds get cranky, so why not change that this year. As you gather with your friends, co-workers, and families this season spend …
