My spirit rejoices in God my Savior. Luke 1:47 It was the Christmas season, and I did not feel like celebrating. I was grieving the

Let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice. Psalm 105:3 When I was offered my first teaching job in a rural community, I

Encourage one another daily. Hebrews 3:13 Newly fallen snow beckoned our family to come outside. My husband, Steve, and I answered the call and decided

Give thanks in all circumstances. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 “Has Mitchell had a high fever lately?” The pediatrician asked me while putting the stethoscope to Mitchell’s

And at the time for the banquet he sent his servant to say to those who had been invited, “Come, for everything is now ready.”

Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool. Isaiah

“Suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” Romans 5:3-4 “Mom, my legs hurt; I can’t walk!” Daniel, my three-year-old, complained as he woke up

This is the day that the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24 It was a beautiful, sunny summer

The root of the righteous endures. Proverbs 12:12 One fall morning a many years ago, I decided to be a bit more ambitious than usual,

In every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 What is a mom to do when her son’s