Many times, our attitudes are affected by our circumstances. It is easy to be joyful, patient, and loving when things are going the way that we want them to go. On the other hand, it is not so easy to be patient while waiting in a long queue, or joyful when we are sick, orContinue reading “Circumstances and Attitudes”
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Steadfast
Light At The End Of The Tunnel
Many people have spoken of a light at the end of the tunnel. This expression is offered as encouragement that even though we may be passing through dark times, the light at the end of the tunnel remains fixed and will ultimately grant us peace. When we are struggling, we seek some steadfast hope thatContinue reading “Light At The End Of The Tunnel”
Steadfast Anchor of the Soul
Waters Move
One of my favorite things that I love about hiking in nature, is the variety and beauty of bodies of water. Rivers flow and waves visit the shores of lakes and seas. Yet, the waters still take me to a place of peace. Rarely, are the waters perfectly still, but the sounds and sights calmContinue reading “Waters Move”
Perfect Peace
Refuge In the Shadow of God’s Wings
Sometimes the stresses and troubles of the world become too much for us. We want to find some escape and leave it all behind. Some of us take vacations and expect to find relief, at least for a while. Some of us delve into our work or our hobbies to find escape. But once weContinue reading “Refuge In the Shadow of God’s Wings”
Feast From a Table of God’s Delights
Finding Success
The world tells us that we can achieve success by working hard and serving ourselves. This kind of success comes with pushing ourselves forward, even at the cost of other people. If we are smart enough, strong enough, and focused enough, we will achieve the goals that we set for ourselves. Of course, God hasContinue reading “Finding Success”
Reluctant Retiree 