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Peace and Joy

For to us a child is born,     to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon[d] his shoulder,     and his name shall be called[e] Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,     Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6, ESV May God bless and keep you today. Whether your celebration is personal or with a large group, I pray that God’s peace willContinue reading “Peace and Joy”

In the middle of it all

Me: There are countless times when I don’t know if I’m coming or going. I get pulled in so many different directions, I can be easily distracted or brought into the middle of all of these trying situations. The Bible: 2Bless the Lord, O my soul,     and all that is within me,     bless his holy name!Continue reading “In the middle of it all”

Anger & Kindness, in Christ

A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back proverbs 29:11. ESV The wisdom of the book of Proverbs is timeless, relevant and can be so convicting. A paraphrase of Proverbs 29:11, KJV, says a foolish person utters every word but a wise man keeps it in, untilContinue reading “Anger & Kindness, in Christ”

God honoring self care

Last week, I needed to pause. Nothing out of the ordinary happened, I just needed a pause. Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy,Continue reading “God honoring self care”

Treasure in Trials

“God, why?” Have you ever asked God this about a situation in your life that really hurts? I know I have. The natural human inclination is to avoid trials and evade any type of suffering. No one enjoys suffering. Yet, there are times when God allows pain, sometimes long seasons of pain, or hurt, inContinue reading “Treasure in Trials”