Psalm 63 is one of my favorites. It was written by David when he was running from King Saul in the Desert of Judah. I’ve had the blessing of walking through that desert twice in a place called En Gedi where David hid from Saul (1Samuel 23:29). The picture above was taken there, and the animal is called an …
The Cry of God #WordWednesday
It’s been awhile since I’ve shared pieces of my newest project, a devotional called Bite of Bread. It’s definitely a work in progress. Still trying to find a home for it and just the right format. I pray it encourages you on this Word Wednesday as we look at a loved verse in the Bible, Zephaniah 3:17 and discover …
Bite of Bread: I AM (Preparing our hearts for Easter)
For as long as I can remember, Easter has been my favorite celebration. I’m not sure if, as a young girl, it was the beauty of spring, blossoms on the trees, warmer weather, and landscapes colored like the Easter eggs in my basket, or the new dress and shoes my mom bought me every year that made me love …
How We Get the Fruits of the Spirit
Oh my gosh. When my kids were young, and I was home with them All. The. Time. And we had days that were good and days that were BAD, and even minutes in between, I memorized Galatians 5:22 because the VERY last fruit of the Spirit is self-control. So, whenever the little angels pushed my buttons and threatened my …
Bite of Bread: 7 Scriptures on the Holy Spirit
He told them to wait in Jerusalem. “I am going to send you what my Father has promised, but stay in the city until you’ve been clothed with power from on high” (Luke 24: 49). Can you imagine receiving this command? They had watched Him die, and experienced His victory over death. They’ve eaten with the resurrected Jesus, touched …