Category Archives: Motivation

“Get ‘Er Done”

For those of you not familiar with this catchphrase, it can be translated “get her done,” meaning, get the job done. Today, let’s take this idiom a new direction. One bad habit young readers have is guessing at words. They … Continue reading

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To Sleep or Not to Sleep

Today as I was seeking God’s direction on what to write, I found myself awakened by the dishwasher. Whoops! I had fallen asleep. So, You want me to write on the topic of sleep, Lord? Let’s follow this theme and … Continue reading

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Fear or Faith

Ready for a little trivia? What do you think is the most frequent command in the Bible? If you guessed, “Do not be afraid,” you are correct. It is found 70 times in the NIV Bible. In the story of … Continue reading

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The Wisdom of Proverbs

Don’t you love when a problem arises, and someone has the wise and perfect answer or solution? The book of Proverbs is full of such wisdom. In it, there is advice for everyone. Proverbs chapter 4 proclaims, “Wisdom is supreme” … Continue reading

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Nothing New

Have you noticed how clothing trends and even styles of glasses seem to get recycled? What was cool decades ago, then totally out of style and laughable, somehow squeezes its way back to the forefront? An author of proverbs wrote, … Continue reading

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Meaningless Offerings

It is a bit difficult to grasp the idea of a meaningless gift. The best I can come up with is perhaps an engagement ring from someone who is not willing to commit to a relationship. Israel’s first king, Saul, … Continue reading

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Spiritual Food

Favorite foods, fast foods, healthy foods, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. Getting hungry? I’m salivating already! We all know that the foods we put in our bodies affect many things. Our brain, mood, mental health, and physical well-being are all … Continue reading

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A Testing Challenge

The goal is always to pass a test, whether it’s a spelling test, blood test, or a challenge in the area of spiritual growth. Let’s consider what test God may be giving us right now. Will we give up right … Continue reading

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Walking with the Lord

My eleven-month-old grandson is on the verge of walking. In fact, by the time this blog is posted, he’ll probably have the run of the house, literally! But until he’s mastered the skill, I’m sure he’ll have plenty of bumps … Continue reading

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Brain in Training

There are many areas in which we receive training. Jobs, leadership, sales, skills, weight or strength training in sports, and many more. Training methods include simulators, on-the-job, and instructor-led. While studying elementary education, my training experience included assignments as a … Continue reading

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