Tag Archives: Food for Thought

Tear-Stained Pages

I can write poetry or prose; Write as eloquently as all of those Who’ve gone before and led the way. Yet, in the purpose of each day In the paper or with the pen, A humbled heart, You won’t condemn. … Continue reading

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Comparison Cells & Hero Capes

How long have you been on Social Media today? How often do you secretly or subconsciously harbor comparisons of that guy or that mom? Their best moments are available for all to see and you’re scrolling, messy bun hair, you … Continue reading

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The Best Gift

At a concert in a local church, my child knew their grandma was on stage singing. The church asked for a love offering for the singing group. My child wrote their name on the line of the offering envelope and … Continue reading

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Choices

Sometimes I wonder why people say, “it was meant to happen this way.” Many people believe that God’s intended plan for our lives is default and will happen no matter what, no matter our choices, good or bad. Was that … Continue reading

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Something Strange

“Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.” 1 Peter 4:12, ESV. As a child of God, this verse doesn’t scare me (Trials, … Continue reading

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Isolation = Extinction

I visited a historical landmark of a society that was extreme and believed in celibacy – men and women living apart from one another never to join. Not surprisingly, this radical group became extinct as they had no offspring. They … Continue reading

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Calmness

Lately, I’ve been anxious. In my mind there are 12 plates spinning while I’m balancing a pencil on my nose, trying not to fall off a rickety table while on my tip toes. The Bible speaks a lot about anxiety … Continue reading

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Father’s Heart

In yesterday’s Father’s Day sermon, a picture was shown that was quite profound. There was a beam of light in the shape of a heart shining through a father and onto his daughter. We do leave legacies to our children. … Continue reading

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Inward Eyes

Sounds like an oxymoron statement – looking inward with your eyes. Not to be confused with being centered around ourselves, looking inward is taking a personal inventory on how we are aligning with God’s Word. Looking around only causes distractions … Continue reading

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Question

My devo today is a bit more interactive. I am curious to know – why is fantasy so huge in our culture? Books, movies, games, social media – basically anything that takes away from reality. We are fed so much … Continue reading

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The Unfathomable

If we could put Him in a box, He wouldn’t be God. If we knew all His ways, He wouldn’t be God. If His words weren’t truth, He wouldn’t be God. If His love was not sufficient, He wouldn’t be … Continue reading

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False Prophets

Profound… When asking my 9-year old what topic I should blog about today, he took some time in my Bible app and came up with two words: “false prophets.” This got my mind spinning… we sometimes have the stereotype that … Continue reading

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