2024-04-26 17:23
We enjoy so many blessings in this life. So many… Ephesians 1:3-23 gives us a nearly exhaustive list and these are only an example of the joy that will come when we get to heaven. Go… Read More
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2024-02-26 16:10
I’ve read that verse a hundred times or more and realized that comparisons involving myself and someone else are self-defeating. The only true comparison I can make is between me a… Read More
2023-12-27 15:00
This verse is David’s earnest plea for God’s guidance. He wants every step he takes to be led by God’s Word. He is asking God to shield him from any and all kinds of si… Read More
2023-10-20 23:50
Sometimes what we think is real, true, or right, isn’t close to what is really going on. Most of the time we consider only our past experiences to determine the reasons for the sit… Read More
2023-09-09 12:00
2023-09-03 11:40
Psalm 16
LORD, protect me! You are all that is good in me.
Your people are a great joy to me. I refuse to recognize any who choose any GOD but You.
I have chosen You and know Yo… Read More
2023-08-27 11:54
Psalm 15
Father, help me do and be all You want.
Forgive me, help me do what is right. Help me to speak and know Your truth, to never lie about others or harm my neighbors in any w… Read More
2023-08-19 16:47
The opportunity to read and review this book came at just the right moment. I had just had a total knee replacement and the physical pain was nearly indescribable. The long period of healin… Read More
2023-08-16 15:32
Did you know that Jesus said the exact words to Peter at the beginning and the end of their relationship? “Follow me!”
When I was a child we often sang a delightful song with… Read More
2023-08-09 14:21
What are we truly worth? Is our worth based on age, wealth, education, appearance…? All of these and more are based on what others think of us. But, what does God think?
Here&rsqu&hell…Read More
2023-05-01 13:41
Yesterday, I went to give my sweet friend a Sunday hug. I do it every Sunday morning we are both there. It was different this time! Her son had passed away and she needed me, more than I nee… Read More
2023-04-16 12:30
Psalm 14
Father, there are so many foolish, evil, corrupt people who believe there is no God.
You look from heaven at Your children to find any who are seeking You. All have turned aw… Read More
2023-04-09 12:00
Some trust in chariots
Some trust in horses
But we trust in the name of the LORD our God. Psalm 20:7
Abba, Father, answer my prayers. During this season of trouble and conf… Read More
2023-03-08 15:39
What is your primary focus during worship? Are you thinking about God, or yourself, or all the other things that tumble around our minds?
Some of my most precious Sunday memories are… Read More
2023-02-19 13:25
Psalm 13
LORD, have You forgotten me? Why are You hiding? I have no words. I am completely covered in sadness. My enemies seem to be winning.
LORD, hear me. Think of me. I can&rsqu… Read More
2023-02-16 15:42
Cats and Casseroles at the Counted Cross Stitch Cafe’
Chewy has decided he (and Ebony) like the spaces my office provides. They can be found resting in my comfy reading chair… Read More
2023-02-12 13:00
Psalm 12
LORD, there is so much dishonesty, so many who lie.
It seems like no one is Godly, no one is faithful.
Abba, stop those who boast and lie. Stifle those who think that j… Read More
2023-02-07 19:40
Years ago, a book called Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff was recommended to me. I immediately didn’t like the title. First, I’m a personality that believes everything matters… Read More
2023-02-02 14:33
Sometimes, when I’m teaching God’s Words, I tell the class we are going to chase a bunny trail. In other words, we are going to dig deeper into the underlying meaning and applica… Read More
2023-01-31 16:40
God’s Word is very clear about this subject. Just as God includes everyone we are to do the same. It does not matter whether we are male/female, rich/poor, educated, beautiful, young/… Read More
2023-01-27 15:15
Are you like me? We buy a book of devotionals that looks like it is exactly what we need and four or five days in we give up and find something new to read because it wasn’t what we t… Read More
2023-01-15 14:08
Psalm 11
I will hide in my GOD.
He gives me safety from the evil around me.
He is everywhere watching and seeing everything.
He tests the righteous and the evil.
Because H… Read More
2023-01-13 13:00
It’s a cloudy, cold, winter day in Northwest Ohio. Perfect for comfort food and baking cookies. My sister gave me this recipe and it is yummy. I’m always on the lookout for recip… Read More
2023-01-09 14:47
Psalm 10
Father, why do You hide from Your people? Evil is everywhere. Seize those who are scheming and dishonest, prideful, saying there is no God. Why do You let people prosper who curs… Read More
2023-01-06 16:23
Come join us at Grammy’s Grid Food Friday (one of my favorite linky parties). This recipe is one of my easiest, favorite meals. My hubby, Ray, likes it served with peanut butter sandwi… Read More
2023-01-02 16:34
Psalm 9
Thank You for all You have done! You are the only ONE worthy of praise. You have judged my cause worthy and kept all enemies away. Their names will never be remembered.
You est… Read More
2022-12-23 15:46
During the Christmas season, we are often focused on gifts. Giving and receiving. Let’s look at gifting in a little different way today.
What is the one thing you’re passionat… Read More
2022-12-19 15:16
Do not be silent!
Witness that the LORD is King!
Show your love for Him!
Each Friday, Kaitlin, over at Five Minute Friday, sends a prompt that we can use to write for 5 minutes… Read More
2022-12-06 15:09
If we take the time to use “eyes to see and ears to hear” (Matthew 13:16) we can find the Spirit of Christmas in a lot of things and events.
While creating a devoti… Read More
2022-11-28 16:33
Psalm 8
Father, Almighty God, Your name is higher than any other. Your glory shines above the heavens. Even babies and children know Your strength and power. You will overcome all tha… Read More
2022-11-20 13:17
Psalm 7
LORD, protect me! I will hide in You from those who want to harm me, then, I will not be alone in this battle.
LORD, forgive me! If I have caused this or done something wrong… Read More
2022-11-16 16:10
Psalm 119:11
It is so important that we are memorizing His Word. When we do that we are imprinting on our brain the things we need for life. It brings us closer to God. It protects us fr… Read More
2022-11-14 14:45
Psalm 6
Heal me, LORD! Forgive me LORD! I am troubled and depressed. I need You, now!
Deliver me from all the evil around me.
I am so tired. I cry all night. I do not understand wh… Read More
2022-11-10 19:40
Knowing how to coordinate body, soul, mind, and spirit, can be very challanging. Maintaining a good balance between them is sometimes difficult. However, Kristin Kellen and Julia Higgins… Read More
2022-11-07 13:32
Psalm 5
Hear my words, LORD. My King and my GOD. I lift my prayers to You. Sometimes my words are just sounds, yet You still hear my prayers every morning.
You do not allow wicked peop… Read More
2022-11-04 15:12
Life, from childhood on, is a series of ups and downs, new experiences, old struggles, good and bad memories. ‘What a ride’ as some would say.
That’s what this new bo… Read More
2022-10-30 13:00
Psalm 4
Righteous GOD, answer my prayer. You have made me right in Your eyes. You have calmed my fears. Forgive me and hear my prayer.
Why do so many hate me? Why do they continue to l… Read More
2022-10-26 14:02
A friend sent a message a few days ago and asked if I could give her some verses to help with her thoughts about herself. I gave this a couple of days of reflection and sent these words back… Read More
2022-10-23 12:00
Psalm 3
Father, God, answer my prayer. You have made me right in Your eyes. You have calmed my fears. Forgive me and hear my prayer.
Why do so many hate me? Will they ever stop listeni… Read More
2022-10-16 12:00
Psalm 2
Why do people (and nations) plot and lie against the LORD and His people?
God laughs at them. He gets angry with them and says, “Who do you think you are? The One I have… Read More
2022-10-09 12:00
Psalm 1
Do not agree with the wicked or follow a sinner’s ways or agree with those who put down others. The person who knows God’s Word, thinks about it constantly, and… Read More
2022-10-03 18:18
In the American culture, we are taught self-sufficiency and independence from a very young age. Will it surprise you to discover that those ‘qualities’ are not particularly Bibli… Read More
2022-09-21 13:26
Are you physically, mentally, totally aware of God’s forgiveness? Is that even possible?
This morning the verse above popped into my mind. I wasn’t even reading Lamentations… Read More
2022-09-13 15:41
What was the last prayer God answered for you? Do you remember? Are you listening for His voice during and after your prayers?
He hears us when we pray. He knows His plan for us but He wa… Read More
2022-09-07 15:01
Sometimes it’s just too much! Sometimes I can’t bear the insanity of the world any longer. Sometimes I’m so tired, so overwhelmed, sometimes I just don’t understand&h&hell…Read More
2022-08-29 16:53
What is being holy all about? We are called to be holy. I have thought and thought about this thing of being holy for a very long time. I thought I didn’t have it, but I really wanted… Read More
2022-08-16 13:56
One of our biggest mistakes is thinking our words don’t matter. Yes, they do!
God created us with the ability to speak. We are the only part of His creation that can choose the word… Read More
2022-08-13 14:15
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with My eye upon you. Psalm 32:8
God breathed these words into David’s heart. This King of Israel kn… Read More
2022-07-07 19:57
A Satisfied Spirit
Are you looking for creative ways to show Whose you are? Here are a few I’ve used. Add your suggestions in the comments.
Wear a piece of jewelry th… Read More
2022-06-28 15:52
We live in a world of more than 8 billion people (7.87 billion in 2021). With that many people, why is it so common to feel alone at times?
God creates loneliness in us so we will seek Hi… Read More
2022-06-10 14:22
Never be ashamed or hesitant to ask another Christian to pray for you!
Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of… Read More
2022-05-23 14:31
What is peace?
Where do we find peace in a world full of anxiety, frustration, and chaos?
We must fix our minds, our hearts, and our thoughts on Jesus and not on ourselves. We must d… Read More
2022-05-18 15:37
Walk is exercise. I love to walk around the zoo, the art museum, the park…
Jesus wants us to walk in a very special way – let’s look at some scripture that will… Read More
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