Look on me and answer, Lord my God. Give light to my eyes, or I will sleep in death. Psalm 13: 3, NIV A few weeks ago, in my Women’s Bible study, we began to focus on the Psalms. Reflecting on Psalm 13, I began to notice how sometimes I have an endless amount of patience, yet other times I am in a state of overwhelm, and it’s as if my well has run dry.  Have you ever tossed and turned, wrestled with unexpected news, or were part of a conversation that did not go well? Or perh

The Lord your God is with you; the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing. Zephaniah 3:1, NIV Have you ever had a word or phrase seem to follow you wherever you went? This past week the word, “delight,” kept crossing my path. The Merriam Webster Dictionary  describes delight as a high degree of gratification, pleasure, or joy. If you were to ask me what I’ve taken delight in so far thi

“The faithful love of the Lord never ends!  His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness;  his mercies begin afresh each morning.” Lamentations 3:22-23, NLT As I savor the last of the Christmas cookies and reflect on the stories behind each ornament on the tree, I am reminded of times shared with family and friends, places I’ve traveled, and lessons discovered along the way. Though some encounters were all too brief, and others have lasted a lifetime, I know now that ea

“For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,  Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9: 6, NLT Isn’t it amazing how God shared the news of Jesus’ birth with the prophets hundreds of years before He was born?  These same words of hope light our way to the first Christmas assuring us, “that time of darkness and despair will not go on forever” (Isaiah 9: 1). Today’s ancho

This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24 What would it look like if you and I decided to wrap each day in gratitude?  Much more than a handful of holidays celebrated throughout the year, scripture highlights giving thanks as a way of life. In fact, Paul instructs, “ Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught and you will overflow with thankfulness

The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a  sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be a...

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13: 13 With Mother’s Day approaching,...

My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest. Exodus 33: 14 Do you know Resurrection Sunday is just a few weeks away?  Knowing...

Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and...

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Colossians 3: 15...

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be  discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1: 9...

“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” 2...

I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills. Exodus 31: 3 As a...

I have hidden your word in my heart that I may not sin against you. Praise  be to you, Lord; teach me your decrees. With my lips I...

In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength. Isaiah 30: 15 Bubbling over with enthusiasm, my...