“for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight; for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair; for giving prudence to those who are simple, knowledge and discretion to the young— let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance— for understanding proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise. TheContinue reading “Throwback Thursday: LISTEN (Lent 2017)”
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IN JESUS NAME
It’s Throwback Thursday time! This a devotion I wrote for Lent in 2017
IN EVERYTHING: A Reminder that God Cares about the Little Things too
As I am reflecting on the last week of the awful weather here in Texas, I find myself crying tears of praise and thanksgiving. My family and I have so much to be thankful for. We only lost some branches off a few trees. We did lose power, but were able to find ways toContinue reading “IN EVERYTHING: A Reminder that God Cares about the Little Things too”
A PRAYER FOR THE NEW YEAR
Lord God, as I think about the year ahead I do have hope, but I admit I have some fears as well. I am carrying into the new year some problems from the past year. I also know that it is always possible that unexpected things might happen. And so I throw myself on yourContinue reading “A PRAYER FOR THE NEW YEAR”
A Poetic Reflection on Psalm 5:3
“In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” Psalm 5:3 Breathing in the morning air, I lay my requests before you. Presenting them, lifting them up To your awaiting ears – confidently, expectantly. I will wait to hear your voice, The soft whisperContinue reading “A Poetic Reflection on Psalm 5:3”
SWEET PERFUME
As I was driving to work yesterday, the radio DJ asked this question: “If happiness was a scent, what scent would it be for you?” This was a great question! It is amazing to me how the power of a certain scent can invoke a memory, taking you back to a specific time or place.Continue reading “SWEET PERFUME”
Wrapping My Arms Around Wisdom
It wasn’t until a few years ago when I finally understood what it meant, and how important it was, to pray for wisdom. In The Voice translation, Proverbs 3:18 describes wisdom this way: She is like a tree that produces a satisfied life for anyone who can wrap their arms around her; happiness waits for anyContinue reading “Wrapping My Arms Around Wisdom”
A Place for You
He has set everything in its place for His purpose for you.
The Gift of Prayer
Christmas has passed, but I still find myself pondering the unexpected Christmas gift I received. It came from the very act of giving. Since I live so far away from my mom and siblings, I decided to try something different this year for Christmas. Instead of giving them tangible gifts, I decided to give themContinue reading “The Gift of Prayer”
Who Would You Be?
Who would you be if . . . You stopped trusting in chariots and horses and put your trust in God? (Psalm 20:7) You prayed for your enemies? (Matthew 5:24) You prayed without ceasing? (1 Thessalonians 5:17) You accepted God’s grace? (Ephesians 2:8) You took time daily to rest in God’s presence (Psalm 62:5) WhoContinue reading “Who Would You Be?”
