Taking in the sunset at the end of my day is one of the experiences I enjoy the most. It gives me peace and let’s me take a moment to acknowledge God as my Creator. It allows me see more of Him – and in unique ways, too. Take time to enjoy the sunset today, […]
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Making Progress in Your Journey
Beginning a new journey can be an exciting thing. If you’re wondering how to make sense of all the details and looking to get started in a manageable way, here are three simple tips that will keep you grounded: Start the journey Track your progress Measure your results. Charge yourself to begin somewhere. Make a […]
Committed to the Journey
What has God done for you today? Has He revived passion within you and allowed you to do your gifts? Sometimes God takes a moment to do something a little extra special for us – something that brings a smile to our face. Ten years ago when God gave me the mission for this blog, […]
Reflecting Upon God’s Goodness.
At the end of today, I can reflect upon God’s Goodness! I am thankful for His keeping. I am grateful for His growing process. And I am thankful for Him showing me how to move with meaning. As you reflect, how has God made His goodness known to you? Now, take a few moments to […]
How Quiet God-moments Create the Best Memories
Sometimes it’s ok to take a moment to let God’s voice speak to you. It’s an opportunity to gain focus on what He’d like to direct your attention to. How do I know that God’s voice is speaking to me? It’s in moments where you’ve planned a full agenda and you can’t fight the urge […]
Accomplishing and Affirming the Work that the Lord has Placed Before You
I started my morning with coffee. I grinded it (well, my husband did), then placed my coffee grounds in my clever dripper. I also made my husband and me an omelet as I began my day. I entered my office and pulled out my daily planner. These are the task assignments that the Lord has […]
Committed to the Finish
Starting fresh and new is sometimes what we want to do – a start over, per se. But think with me for a moment: what work has God commissioned you to do that you’ve already begun, and are you fully committed to the finish? Beginning at the starting line is easy: all you have to […]
Letting God Create New Spaces in Our Lives
What new spaces have we allowed God to create in our lives? Today was such a great day – a new day – because God created an opportunity for us to reclaim overused garage space and to get some things hauled away. We often store up things in the spaces that we have (physical, emotional, […]
Letting God Be Your Encourager
The Lord is not slack concerning His promises toward us. This morning as I looked out my kitchen window, there was such a sense of newness to the day – a sense of encouragement filled the air. I remember just soaking in the quiet warm joy of that moment, realizing that an inspiring movement from […]
Getting Back to Our First Love
There are many things that have caused us to stumble – For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world, 1 John 2:16 NIV. Even when we stumble, we don’t have to remain in a compromised condition. God is […]