Category Archives: Devotions

Small Beginnings, Big Difference

A pilot friend of mine shared that once she was flying near a large airport and was surprised when the tower radioed about a problem. Apparently, one of her instruments needed recalibration. There was a 100-foot error in her altitude. … Continue reading

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Leaning into Relationships

Some people thrive on relationships. Others find relationships difficult to manage or challenging to begin and maintain. Today, let’s look at a couple of healthy relationships in the Bible. In the book of 1 Samuel, we find that while Saul … Continue reading

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Moving Forward in Faith

We were babysitting grandsons. As the four-year-old stood on the toybox, Papa encouraged him to jump into his arms. This kiddo wanted to. He would get his toes right to the edge and then … step down to the floor, … Continue reading

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Moving Forward After Failure

Last year, I opened the door to let in cooler air. Apparently, an unwelcome gnat, perhaps with some friends … drifted in. They found my plants in the living room and master bath. You know what happened next. They laid … Continue reading

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Finding Peace in Life’s Storms

The early morning soccer game at the park met spectators and participants with “freezing winds” at least for us desert dwellers. Those who arrived in t-shirts and shorts borrowed blankets, beach towels, and anything with long-sleeves. Even though the afternoon … Continue reading

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Guarding Your Heart Against Evil

We don’t have to look far or listen long to find evil. Whether it’s a news story about someone breaking the law or junk that pops up in ads, evil is all around us. So, what are we to do? … Continue reading

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The Comfort of God’s Hand

Remember the butterflies and pounding heart the first time someone you were interested in held your hand? Or the comfort and support you experienced when a loved one reached for your hand? And we can’t help but smile when we … Continue reading

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Creating a Habit of Daily Praise

There are things we do repeatedly throughout our day. Some repeat medications or exercises. Doctors advise drinking water multiple times a day. In Old Testament times, it was common for people to pray three times a day. Recently while reading … Continue reading

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Choosing Between Wisdom and Foolishness: A Lesson from Proverbs

Interesting! This email just happens to coincide with April Fool’s Day! 😉 We make many decisions daily. What activities or business dealings will fill our hours? Choices about who to spend time with, how to spend time and money, where … Continue reading

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Nourish Your Soul: The Power of God’s Word

Many of us are aiming for a healthier lifestyle. We try to include exercise and may add supplements and vitamins to our daily routine. But are we feeding our soul and spirit? This morning, I was reading a devotion that … Continue reading

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