Category Archives: Motivation

Waiting Well

Okay, this is the blog I need to read. But first I need to write it! Waiting well is not my strong suit. Am I ever going to get it right? This year I’ve been reading My Utmost for His … Continue reading

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Do Different

Most of us like to blend in, to not be the oddball or odd one out. Others thrive on sticking out, but to what end? Let see what Jesus did. As I read John 8:1-11, a phrase jumped out, “But … Continue reading

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Try Again

Granted, life can be frustrating. Perhaps the goal we hoped to reach by now is nowhere in view. Our dream not realized. That intimidating task, incomplete. May you find encouragement, like I did, in a fishing story found in John … Continue reading

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Fit for Service

Many people choose to go into the military. Once the decision is made, they receive training to hone their physical and mental skills needed to serve. They also learn the values and traditions that come with being a soldier. In … Continue reading

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God Wants to Bless You!

Do you enjoy blessing others, making their day, surprising them with that perfect little something, or bringing a smile to someone’s face? Well, God desires to do that for you! I was pleasantly surprised when I read Deuteronomy 8. Basically, … Continue reading

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Remember the Poor

We finally did it. We visited missionary friends whom we’ve supported for years. Did we have to purchase tickets for flights, make sure we had current passports, and receive special vaccines? Nope. We simply drove to this third-world-type nation located … Continue reading

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What Do I Do First?

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

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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Take Inventory

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

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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