Devotional Blog
Embrace Truth
A weekly devotional written to be read slowly, closing with a Head to Heart section that invites you to apply what you’ve read, moving it from your mind to your heart and into your life.
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Psalm 139:1-6
God’s Hand of Blessing
As I sit here this morning, I find myself longing for a time of quiet reflection. The Holy Spirit invites each of us to spend time meditating on Scripture and listening for His still,…
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Philippians 4:4, 8
Rejoice!
This eighteen-year-old memory is still very clear in my mind. I was directing an event in Chicago, IL, when I received a phone call. The baby will be here soon. Oh, my goodness! By…
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Mark 4:35-41
In the Storm
A few years ago, I was traveling with a group in Israel. We arrived at the Sea of Galilee, checked into our resort, and gathered for dinner when a fierce storm swept across the…
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Psalm 62:5-6
Wait in Silence
This post was first published on February 7th, 2025. Was it challenging to sit still and be quiet as a child? Perhaps you were told, “Be quiet,” at school, a show, concert, or at…
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Nehemiah 2:11-20
The Midnight Ride
We plan to attend two weddings this summer. What makes each wedding unique for us? We were privileged to guide each couple through premarital counseling. We have used the Prepare/Enrich survey for over 25…
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Micah 4:5
A Daily Walk
This post was first published on May 10, 2024. In the early years of our marriage, one of our Bible professors shared some wise advice with us. Take a walk together in the evening…
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Philippians 4:12-13
Learn the Secret
Backpacking, hiking, and camping—what do those words conjure for you? Maybe you picture the glorious outdoors—beautiful scenery, sunshine, trees, and starry skies at night. But other memories may flood your mind—stormy weather, failed campfires,…
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Nehemiah 2:1-8
God’s Gracious Hand
Jerry was a man of integrity and a quiet leader. He faithfully studied God’s Word and was a prayer warrior. Jerry was a powerful example to me. Perhaps you remember someone like this in…
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John 20:15-16
Come to the Garden
My mother enrolled me in piano lessons in kindergarten. My first teacher was Mrs. Hilfiger, and after a few years, I began taking lessons from Mrs. Ellenberger. She taught me to sight-read music and…
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John 14:1-6
Prepare A Place
Where do you live? I’m sure you’ve been asked this question many times over the years. You may have lived in the same house for a long time, or you might have moved several…