And it was Completely Calm

[Jesus] got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. — Mark 4:39 NIV The rain poured down, the leaves were ripped off of the trees, branches twisted, cracked and fell as the trees swayed while the flower petals flurried through

The Righteous Will Flourish

The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon; planted in the house of the Lord, they will flourish in the courts of our God. They will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green, proclaiming, “The Lord is upright; he is my Rock,

Soar and Be Renewed

“Let the spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes.” Ephesians 4:23 “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Isaiah 40:31 Working as a counselor, much of my time spent with clients

Learn from Me

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. Matthew 11:28-30 There is

The Wondrous Word

Deal bountifully with your servant, that I may live and keep your word. Psalm 119:17 Are there days when you open God’s Word and you just don’t understand it? Maybe you’ve found yourself in the book of Numbers and you are overwhelmed by the many names of the tribes and their numbers and locations. Maybe

Strength and Stability

I will delight in your statutes; I will not forget your word. Psalm 119:16 When I am wrapped up within the Word, it feels like a soft, fluffy, warm blanket on a cold day. The Scriptures warm the insides of my soul like a hot cup of Chai spice tea. His Word comforts, fills, and

A Firm Stance

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 “Oh, I can’t do this!” “I can’t write.” “I don’t have anything really good to share.” “I’m so grumpy right now, how can I be encouraging?” The enemy causes

Persevere Under Trial

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised those who love him. James 1:12 We all have seen many trials whether firsthand experience or what we see on the news or in our communities. It is how

Seek After God

“The Lord looks down from heaven on the children of man, to see if there are any who understand, who seek after God.” Psalm 14:2 “But if from there you seek the Lord your God, you will find him if you seek him with all your heart and with all your soul.” Deuteronomy 4:29 Remember

Live the Life

Live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. Ephesians 4:1-3 I will be honest, there are days when being gentle and patient do not come