Lessons from Abigail: Learning to Maximize Your Influence
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. — King Solomon Too often, we equate one’s ability to make an impact with one’s position or…
A Whisper for the Weary
Elijah was weary. Not just a little weary – the kind of weary where fear is dictating, and doubt speaks loudest. We know this because Elijah didn’t just contemplate running…
Listening, Leaning In, and Letting Go
Ever had a time when the same Bible verse kept popping up everywhere? You hear it in the sermon, read it in the devotion, and a friend talks about it….
Wherever You Are
Even the darkness is not dark to You,And the night is as bright as the day.Darkness and light are alike to you. – David Wherever you are – God is…
Ponder Anew – Week One
Long after the song was over, the phrase repeated in my mind, “Ponder anew what the Almighty can do.” While the hymn Praise to the Lord, the Almighty has long been familiar…
Pressing Pause
I am guessing I may not be the only one who has felt more than a little weary recently. Weariness comes in multiple forms and can originate from loss, health…
When Less is More – Week Three
For seven years, Midian oppressed Israel. And God’s people lived in fear – hiding out and holding on to what little they had left. In desperation, they cried out, asking…
Influence – Week One
Who are you influencing? It is not uncommon for us to underestimate the impact our life has – for good or bad. The words we say, the steps we take,…
Friend of God
Our relationship with God is multi-faceted. He is the creator, redeemer, righteous judge, safe place, and strong tower. And He is our friend. I have called your friends. John 15:15…
A Perspective Shift – Week Two
The crowds followed Him everywhere. Each stop along the way, their adoration grew. Surely this man Jesus was the Messiah, the Savior, their long-awaited hope. He healed the sick, taught…