How many of us are guilty of vandalizing God’s property? To be clear, I’m not talking about painting graffiti on the side of a church building under cover of darkness. Before this morning’s devotional time, I never saw myself as a vandal. But now, I […]
Tag: daily choices
How Can 30 Minutes Change Your Life?
How can 30 minutes change your life? November is Diabetes Awareness Month. And I spoke on Physical Activity at a Diabetes Summit last week. My research revealed that diet and exercise could delay or prevent diabetes. I learned that thirty minutes of exercise three times per […]
Follow the Rules of the Road
“But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.” Matthew 7:14 NIV We have some minor construction going on in front of our house. We’re replacing our culvert. This required our driveway to be removed, […]
Modesty is Relative
What does it mean to be modest in 2021? Are there still standards for how a woman should dress in public? How I dress as a worship leader is different from how I dress at the gym. At the gym, I dress according to the […]
What’s So Important About Choices?
A freak accident took over our 4th of July celebration. Netflix is cued up, popcorn is on the stove, and hot chocolate is next on my agenda. I open the cabinet door, and before I can react, a ceramic Christmas plate from the top shelf […]
25 Things I Can Control
My dog killed a squirrel this morning. Nothing is safe if it gets within her reach. Birds, lizards, and now a squirrel. I have no control over her actions. She barks too loud, she likes to play even when we’re tired, and she’s a hunter. […]
How Much Does it Cost to be Me?
Staying true to our core values can be difficult for some of us. Think about it. Are there parts of yourself you hide or change to suit others? In this age of social media, the struggle to find our authentic voice is real. When we’re […]
Harnessing the Power of Godly Habits
Two unmarked speed-bumps are on the road I’m traveling this morning. I know exactly where each bump lies and ease my car over the first one. I look for pedestrians, cars pulling out of the parking lot to my right, and slowly move through the […]
The Power of Daily Choices
She had a beautiful headpiece containing ten silver coins. Her husband gave it to her on their wedding day. Her daily choices, including wearing this garland, keep her focused and grounded. Each morning she put it on as a symbol of her husband’s love. It […]
What Can You Do With Sage?
Kale, sage, chives, mint, and oregano, made their debut in my yard this week. My husband has discovered Keto, but I have difficulty eating too much fat in one meal. As we work together in the kitchen to support one another, we’re learning what adjustments […]