At the end of a working week, before the weekend starts and the hustle and bustle of life winds down a little bit, but social commitments are awaiting us, it’s nice to stand still and soak up some sound and simple advice like the above. To consider: What do I really NEED to do this […]
New International Version (©2011) Matthew 6:24 “No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money This afternoon I spent budgeting and tracking my finances. This thorough watching of […]
“And when you fast, don’t make it obvious, as the hypocrites do, for they try to look miserable and disheveled so people will admire them for their fasting. I tell you the truth, that is the only reward they will ever get.” Matthew 6:16 NLT When reading the above text, I can opt to keep […]
After a good day of rising early comes the challenge of going to bed good. Psalm 4:8 When I lie down, I go to sleep in peace; you alone, O Lord, keep me perfectly safe. When I ask God at night to guard me at night with his Holy Spirit and his angels, I find […]
Psalms 118:24 HCSB This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Good morning! Here in Holland spring is very near! Exciting times of new life, new growth and opportunity. I just love the fresh breeze in the air after winter. I find it also a little easier […]
Nehemiah 8:10 NLT “Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength!” My baby niece came to visit us for the first time! What a joy it was, being around such a little miracle of creation. No time to be sad. This little bundle of joy catches all the […]
Matthew 11:28 NIV “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Today I am very happy that I have a Savior who carries me when I am tired in body (like I am now), mind or spirit – or all three! Wishing you a peaceful, simple and […]
Matthew 11:28-30 GNB “Come to me, all of you who are tired from carrying heavy loads, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke and put it on you, and learn from me, because I am gentle and humble in spirit; and you will find rest. For the yoke I will give you is […]
Tonight I shared a wonderful meal with 2 friends and we shared our joys and difficulties with each other. How wonderful it is to share of the love I am so freely given. Feeling blessed and grateful. John 15:12 GNB My commandment is this: love one another, just as I love you. Peace and blessings.
Inspiration I found this quote on one of my Pinterest boards today, looking for some inspiration. I really like it! The past week I’ve been in a monastery for a retreat. Although it was not a completely silent one, I have been spending much time in quiet solitude, and tried to practice the motto above […]
