Category Archives: Motivation

A Time for Quiet

Posted on January 22, 2025 by Arrow

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

Posted on January 8, 2025 by Arrow

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

Posted on December 4, 2024 by Arrow

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

Posted on November 27, 2024 by Arrow

‘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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God Sees You

Posted on November 20, 2024 by Arrow

Remember in Genesis, after Adam and Eve sinned by eating the forbidden fruit? The two “sewed fig leaves together” to cover their nakedness. Fig trees, like the one pictured below, are also mentioned in the New Testament. If allowed to … Continue reading →

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Overflowing Fountains

Posted on November 6, 2024 by Arrow

A friend of ours camps regularly out in the woods. But to refill his water supply, he must daily make the trek to a nearby campground. My question today is, do we? In Bible times, it was part of a … Continue reading →

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Unpredictable Jesus

Posted on October 16, 2024 by Arrow

I just love it when we have unexpected showers in our desert, those not included in the meteorologist’s forecast or on my weather app. But the other morning, I was like, “What is that sound?” Outside, I saw it! Rain! … Continue reading →

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Another Door Closer

Posted on August 14, 2024 by Arrow

Closed doors are typically viewed as disappointments. Whether it’s a house you were dreaming of purchasing, the job you longed for, or a witnessing opportunity that didn’t end as you hoped, closed doors happen. So, is there a way to … Continue reading →

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At Jesus’ Feet

Posted on August 7, 2024 by Arrow

As an elementary school teacher, children sat at my feet regularly, especially for story time. A good book could always capture their attention. In Scripture, we find that a number of people also sat at the feet of Jesus. In … Continue reading →

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One Incredible Visit

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Arrow

As a child, my best memories were road trips to South Dakota to stay with my grandparents and visit aunts, uncles, and cousins. Most of us at one time or another have visited the home of family or friends, perhaps … Continue reading →

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