Think Good Thoughts

We’ve all been hurt at some time by someone we love, someone we trusted. Those negative words and actions against us can be easy to hold on to. The problem is, if you hang on to them, there’s less space for the good memories. Rehashing the negative serves no good purpose. It just keeps you … Read more

You’re a Work in Progress

Here’s a secret. You’re not perfect. You sin, repent, and sin again. But God loves you anyway. He’s constantly working on you and in you. When you stumble or fall, and you will, cut yourself some slack. Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and know that any scrapes or bruises you’ve received are there because … Read more

Listen Carefully

When you’re wondering what God’s plan is for your life, listen carefully. We’re always looking for that definitive answer we can point to and say “That’s His plan for me!” But sometimes His guidance can be as subtle as a butterfly flittering by on the breeze. Keep your eyes and ears open. Look for that … Read more

He Cares For You

Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. – 1 Peter 5:6-7

Don’t Keep Your Blinds Closed

As I was sitting during my quiet time today, I happened to look over at the window. I could see through the blinds that it was a sunny, beautiful day outside. I debated for a moment on whether I should open the blinds and let the sunshine in. It then occurred to me that there … Read more