Category Archives: Motivation

One Thing

In my observations, I find that it typically takes more than one thing to be truly successful, stay healthy, have a thriving marriage, or even warrant off deep wrinkles. Jennifer Rothschild, an author of Bible studies, identifies four “one thing” … Continue reading

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Check Your Sensors

It was late winter and I found myself driving in falling snow for the first time ever! A retreat had called me from our warm, wet valley higher to the mountains where the precipitation quickly turned to snow. I thank … Continue reading

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Freedom Offered

The toddler balanced securely on her crib railing, feet firmly woven around the bars and hand holding the end panel. She was determined that she would not leave her crib until her parents got home from their brief outing. Awaking … Continue reading

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We Can’t Help It!

You find an incredible sale, come across a delectable recipe, or see a cool cleaning or gardening hack. What do you do? If you are like me, you tell someone! The same thing happens when you hear good news. An … Continue reading

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Action Required!

I pray we have all heard from the Lord this week. Perhaps we studied a passage of Scripture, attended a church service, listened to a sermon, or read a devotion. When we make time for these things, we want to … Continue reading

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Our Problem-Solver

Don’t you hate it when the meteorologist predicts bad weather? More snow, more unseasonably hot or wet or dry conditions. The prophet Elijah had just delivered bad news to a bad king. No rain for the next few years! Trouble … Continue reading

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A Time for Quiet

Imagine quiet. Stillness. Take a deep breath and exhale l-o-n-g, releasing the weight of the day. This is a time to purposefully be with God. No one else. It takes effort. The phone needs silenced, TV turned off, tasks set … Continue reading

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Kick It

Apparently, I have a little OCD, obsessive-compulsive behavior. I notice that when I walk our neighborhood, I have an overwhelming urge to kick stray rocks off the sidewalk. Not all the rocks, mind you. Just the ones that are naturally … Continue reading

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Tell What You Know

Many times, we fear we have nothing to say, no testimony worth sharing. We feel unable to explain the “whys” of this world. But we can share how Jesus has met our needs, how we have witnessed answered prayers, and experienced the Lord walking with us through difficult seasons. We can express who Jesus is to us. Continue reading

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The Week of Thanksgiving

‘Twas the week of Thanksgivingand all through the housethere were chores to be doneby mom, children, and spouse.Floors to be vacuumed,dusting and more,grocery lists made,and some trips to the store,the patio swept and appliances shined,a turkey to thaw and recipes … Continue reading

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