Category Archives: Motivation

What Are We Full Of?

Posted on May 19, 2021 by Arrow

Recently, we went fishing, taking a duffel full of warm clothes, a backpack full of food, and a tackle box full of bait, hooks, weights, and swivels. We hoped to return with a stringer full of fish. Besides being full … Continue reading →

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Conquer Complaining

Posted on May 12, 2021 by Arrow

As I consider the children’s story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, I hear a little girl complaining. Too hot, too cold, too big, too little, too hard, too soft. Instead of being grateful for the bowls of porridge, chairs, … Continue reading →

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Take a Stand

Posted on April 28, 2021 by Arrow

One of my favorite stories and books in the Bible is Esther. As a Jew and as the queen of Persia, Esther found herself in an awkward position when the king agreed to a bad law that would annihilate all Jews … Continue reading →

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What Is in Your Hand?

Posted on April 14, 2021 by Arrow

God had an assignment for Moses, confront Egypt’s pharaoh. Moses’ reactions were priceless and familiar. Who me? What if they ask questions I can’t answer? What if they don’t believe me or listen to me? Then God had a question … Continue reading →

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Your Treasures

Posted on March 24, 2021 by Arrow

Remember (or imagine) that youngster who was perfectly content with a small jewelry box? Her treasures consisted of a few inexpensive trinkets won at the pizza place, some interesting rocks found at the park, and a special gift from her … Continue reading →

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Step Forward

Posted on March 10, 2021 by Arrow

Here in the Arizona desert, it is quite common to see the sky dotted with colorful hot air balloons. If you live near undeveloped land, you may occasionally hear the distinguishable gush of air released as riders float by in … Continue reading →

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Foolishness or Foundation

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Arrow

At a recent writers’ meeting, I shared a manuscript meant to motivate children to check out God’s Word. After hearing the preview of dramatic highlights, a fellow author commented how it touched on many Bible stories. I left wondering if … Continue reading →

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Directions, Please

Posted on February 10, 2021 by Arrow

A few years ago, I made it clear, please do not give me digital gifts. Technology is not my forte. Well, this year I relented and asked for headphones, not realizing I would get a fancy Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo … Continue reading →

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REWARD Offered

Posted on January 27, 2021 by Arrow

Open your mail and find ads for rewards on credit cards. Turn on the news and hear rewards offered for those who help solve crimes or provide vital information on prison escapees. I receive reward points on groceries toward discounts … Continue reading →

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Distrac … tions

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Arrow

It took a minute. I had been reading … and then I realized I was also scratching … and scratching the back of my hand. I stopped reading. Upon close examination, I found the tiniest red dot. Apparently, a no-see-um … Continue reading →

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