Lessons From the Playground

Lessons From the Playground

Isaiah 26:3 contains a simple, yet powerful message about maintaining peace. We must keep our focus on the Lord and trust is what allows us to do so. Years ago, my late husband, John, told me a story that illustrates keeping our eyes on Jesus. In his early 20s, he went to a park with…

Are You Battle Ready?

Are You Battle Ready?

Ephesians 6:11 is one of my favorite passages because I have so many memories associated with it. I remember the first time the idea of putting on God’s armor became real to me. I was in the chapel of a hospital where my mother-in-law was undergoing cancer surgery. As I prayed, I noticed a pamphlet…

Strength In Numbers

Strength In Numbers

When I read Ecclesiastes 4:12 this morning I as I recalled a commercial for a local hospital. The ad begins with a voice over, “There’s always the one, you know the one who.” The subsequent scenes highlight people helping and supporting each other through difficult times. Although the ad is promoting a hospital, the idea…

Taste and See

Taste and See

Psalm 34:8 is an invitation to dig into God’s word rather than just reading it casually or memorizing a few verses. Using the terms taste and see tells us to be intentional and diligent in studying all He has done so we really get to know His character. Doing soallows us to experience Him on…

A Light In the Darkness

A Light In the Darkness

Psalm 119:105 reminds us that scripture provides guidance and direction for every step we take. The psalmist’s lamp metaphor reflects the limited light lamps provided in ancient times and reminds us that the Lord doesn’t always illuminate the entire path. I’m reminded of times when the power goes out and my only source of light…