Heart: Peace

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27   Most of us would agree that we want to live in harmony and order with each other, the world around us and...

Effort: Work/Parenting

“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.” Col 3:23   Most of my days as a mom feel thankless. No one is thanking me for cleaning...

Mind: Pride

“But He gives more grace. Therefore He says: “God resists the proud, But gives grace to the humble.” Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.” James 4:6-7     I met a girl in Starbucks once, and it was clear that she was having a...

Soul: Where are you going?

“My steps have held fast to your paths; my feet have not slipped.” Psalm 17:5 It’s nice to just get in the car and drive sometimes. Without any particular direction I can feel free to explore but more often than not after about an hour, I grow restless,...

Heart: Understanding

“Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.” James 3:13   If you’ve ever spent any time with a preschooler, you have experienced the inherent need to understand the...