I’ve always loved hymns. I especially like it when a hymn tune pops into my head during the day. I may be struggling with a task, and the hymn reminds me how God is present with me. The words of hymns are steeped in biblical truth, and this makes them a great inspiration for prayer. … Continue reading Have You Tried Praying a Hymn?
Author: Janet Eriksson
Is Your Quiet Time Quiet?
We all need quiet time. It helps us reset. It gives us a chance to simply sit with God, no plans, no thoughts, just being. Quiet time refreshes us, reduces stress, tunes our spiritual hearing. Quiet time is life-renewing. Jesus modeled quiet time. Luke 5:16 tells us, “Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed” … Continue reading Is Your Quiet Time Quiet?
A Prayer for Refreshing in Spring
Lord, thank You for the season of spring. It reminds us that You are a God of renewal and restoration. You make all things new. Winter is tough, Lord. We come out of winter exhausted, overwhelmed, even discouraged. But there’s something reassuring about those first buds of spring. We can breathe again. Hope. Thank You, … Continue reading A Prayer for Refreshing in Spring
Pray First!
Why is it hard to remember the most basic thing? I’m talking about prayer. It should be as natural as breathing. But sometimes we forget. I spent the afternoon with some friends. Our mission: to safely move small fish from one pond to another. The former pond came with a house purchased by a friend … Continue reading Pray First!
A Hopeful Collision of Preparation and Opportunity
On a beautiful spring day, our Eagle Ranch ninth graders celebrated their last day of school. Some were graduating from the program and returning home. Others would attend the local high school in the fall. I would miss them terribly, but I was so proud of their accomplishments. Emotional healing and coping skills were the … Continue reading A Hopeful Collision of Preparation and Opportunity
When Doors Are Closed
Have you ever been in a season when it seemed like every door you knocked on stayed closed? Maybe you’re in that season right now. I certainly am. It often feels discouraging when every door seems to stay shut. You may think, Can I get one door to give way just a little? Let’s look … Continue reading When Doors Are Closed
Lord, Help Me Feel Welcomed, Accepted, Loved
A neighbor asked me to pray for her upcoming job interview. Not only was she nervous about the interview, but she also wasn’t sure of the location. She was afraid of getting lost. I can relate to both fears. I prayed with her and promised to be praying on the interview day. I also shared … Continue reading Lord, Help Me Feel Welcomed, Accepted, Loved
Pray about Starting a Book Club
A year ago, a friend was reading through a book, Highly Sensitive. She reached out to a few highly sensitive friends and asked if we wanted to join her. The idea was to meet one night a week for six weeks. We’d read a few chapters at home, then meet to discuss. A year later, … Continue reading Pray about Starting a Book Club
Jesus Lights up the Room
Bible Verse Jesus said, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that … Continue reading Jesus Lights up the Room
God’s Beauty in Our Path
I have a friend who walks her dog through a big field every morning, and God often puts little heart-shaped leaves in her path. He leaves those love notes to encourage her day. But she has to be fully present and paying attention to see them. God leaves love notes in our path. Today, I … Continue reading God’s Beauty in Our Path
Adventures with God 