[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 throughContinue reading “And it was Completely Calm”
Author Archives: Tiffany C. Schwander
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,Continue reading “The Righteous Will Flourish”
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 clientsContinue reading “Soar and Be Renewed”
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 isContinue reading “Learn from Me”
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. MaybeContinue reading “The Wondrous Word”
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, andContinue reading “Strength and Stability”
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 causesContinue reading “A Firm Stance”
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 howContinue reading “Persevere Under Trial”
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 comeContinue reading “Live the Life”