Category Archives: Encouragement

What Do I Do First?

Posted on May 1, 2024 by Arrow

This spring, I attended my grandson’s first T-ball game. What a riot! Turns out the order in which players do things is important. For these little tikes (4-5-year-olds), it was a lot to remember! First hit the ball. Then put … Continue reading →

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Give Credit Where It’s Due

Posted on April 24, 2024 by Arrow

You’ll hear it on Hollywood award shows and at sporting events. Recipients of prestigious statues and trophies give thanks to producers, parents, co-stars, directors, coaches, teammates, and more. In the book of Luke, we find the background story of John … Continue reading →

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Decisions That Impact Generations

Posted on April 17, 2024 by Arrow

It’s easy to see how past good and bad decisions affect our present life. Choices about education, where to live, who to marry, what to invest in, etc. impact our life today. But do my decisions touch or have any … Continue reading →

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Take Inventory

Posted on April 10, 2024 by Arrow

Stores do it, schools do it, hospitals do it. They regularly take inventory. They may also create a list of what they need, but first they notice what resources or supplies they already have. As we visit the book of … Continue reading →

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Putting on the New

Posted on April 3, 2024 by Arrow

Whether it’s new shoes or a new haircut, putting on something new feels good. That small change often helps us feel better or more confident. Last week we looked at the character, Ruth, in the Bible. At one point, Ruth … Continue reading →

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A Welcoming Table

Posted on March 27, 2024 by Arrow

Surprise! Uncle Arnie calls and announces that his son and daughter-in-law are in town. Would we like to get together? God’s grace and remembering that we had some good dinner options in the freezer helped me respond with, “Come on … Continue reading →

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A Lesson From Grandpa

Posted on March 20, 2024 by Arrow

A college gal set aside a few days to visit her grandparents. Arriving at their home late on a Saturday night, the young lady planned to relax on Sunday morning. To her surprise, Grandpa was shocked that she would even … Continue reading →

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Concern for Others’ Hearts

Posted on March 13, 2024 by Arrow

Atherosclerosis or “hardening of the heart” occurs when arteries become narrowed or blocked with plaques. We know from Scripture that this “hardening” can happen spiritually as well. The author of Hebrews warns, “So, as the Holy Spirit says: ‘Today, if … Continue reading →

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Evidence of Change

Posted on March 6, 2024 by Arrow

A friend of mine fell and broke an arm. Eventually, there will be more tests and therapy to check for evidence of healing and improved motion and strength. This week I’m looking again at the teaching of John the Baptizer. … Continue reading →

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The Way of the Lord

Posted on February 28, 2024 by Arrow

From where we live in Arizona, most of our road trips include maneuvering steep, winding roads on mountains and across valleys. The gospel writer, Luke, describes a much easier road or “way” to Jesus. He quoted the prophet Isaiah, “A … Continue reading →

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