Remain in Me

Verse John 15:4-5 “Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much...

Where is Your Secret Place?

Verse: Psalm 91:1 “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Thoughts This is a declaration that my wife and I have leaned on many times over the years. When I lost my job and wondered how to pay for college. When we...

It’s About Time

Verse: Ephesians 5:15-16 15 Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Thoughts This is a pretty simple thought for today, but maybe it will encourage you. I once heard a leader...

Gratitude Despite Uncertainty

Verse 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 New International Version (NIV) 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Thoughts During this time of slowing down, reflection has come easy. While many...

Yesterday Was Bad

Verse: James 4:8 Come near to God and he will come near to you. Thoughts Yesterday started out really good for me. I woke up with the attitude that even though this situation isn’t ideal, we can find opportunities to serve and be creative. I got to deliver some...