The new year is a great time for reflection: where we’ve come from, where we are, how we are continuing this amazing journey with Jesus. This year, a song keeps going through my mind: “I keep falling in love with Him” by Lanny Wolfe. I first heard this song when I was a teen in … Continue reading Reflecting on the Mountains and Valleys
Category: Relationship with God
Heaven Touched Earth
As Christmas approaches, I remember my trip to Bethlehem. It was 15 years ago, but I remember like it was yesterday. I didn’t expect it to impact me as much as it did. The atmosphere in Bethlehem wasn’t peaceful as in other parts of the Holy Land. A lot of strife and hostility in the … Continue reading Heaven Touched Earth
Settle
It amazes me how many lessons God highlights through the antics of my six-month-old puppy. The latest lesson for both of us is settle. That’s my word for down that he’s been practicing. I chose the word settle because that’s what comes to me naturally. I want him to lie down, so he will settle. … Continue reading Settle
Focus on God
The Thanksgiving holiday can bring up a mix of emotions. Holidays often have strong memories associated with them—some good, some not so good. Depending on our current season of life, we might enjoy gathering with others, or we might prefer quiet. Regardless of how we feel about the holiday this year, one thing remains true, … Continue reading Focus on God
Just Being Present
Bible Verse “You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” — Psalm 16:11 NKJV Reflection I was getting ready to take my puppy for an outing. We were going to visit a pup friend at a farm where he loves to … Continue reading Just Being Present
God Is Our Safe Place
Bible Verse “I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” — Psalm 91:2 NIV Reflection Much of my life right now is focused on puppyhood. I have a five-month-old Yorkie puppy that needs a lot of attention. I feel like the Lord keeps teaching … Continue reading God Is Our Safe Place
Allowing for God’s Best
Bible Verse “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” — Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV Reflection My Yorkie puppy got hold of a stick and didn’t want to let it go. I could have let … Continue reading Allowing for God’s Best
God Is Our Safe Place
Bible Verse “The LORD is a mighty tower where his people can run for safety—”Proverbs 18:10 CEV Reflection During his first months, my puppy has been tethered when moving around inside my home. Yesterday, I decided to let him enjoy some free-roaming time in the living room with no tether. I still monitored him closely … Continue reading God Is Our Safe Place
A Prayer in Autumn
Lord, thank You for the beauty of autumn. It’s like You took a paintbrush to the landscape. Everything is so vibrant and colorful. Your artistry is beautiful beyond description. In autumn, we are reminded of Your provision. To watch the squirrels gather plentiful acorns reminds us of how much You provide for our needs. Lord, … Continue reading A Prayer in Autumn
Submitting Our Lies to God’s Truth
One of the biggest things that blocks us from growing deeper in our relationship with God is the lies we believe about ourselves. Lies such as “I’m stupid,” “I’m no good,” or “I’ll never amount to anything.” Or lies like “I have to take care of myself” or “I have to keep the peace at … Continue reading Submitting Our Lies to God’s Truth
Adventures with God 