Let It Be

Let It Be

Then Mary said, “I am the Lord’s servant. Let it be with me just as you have said.” Then the angel left her. Luke 1:38 (CEB) The Christmas season is in full swing. The tree is up. Lights are strung outside. Presents are ordered, some wrapped. Parties are on the...

Back to School

Get all the advice and instruction you can,     so you will be wise the rest of your life. Proverbs 19:20 (NLT) School begins so much earlier than when I was a child. The day after Labor Day was always the beginning of the year but the calendar has been adjusted to...

Wisdom in the Quiet

A gracious woman gains respect,     but ruthless men gain only wealth. Your kindness will reward you,     but your cruelty will destroy you. Proverbs 11:16-17 (NLT)   Getting up early in the quiet, and often dark, part of the morning has become a cherished...

Wisdom

But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere. James 3:17 (NLT)   Over the years, I have prayed for...