The Invitation This week, we step off the exhausting treadmill of performance. In a world where human affection can fluctuate based on our success, our mood, or our behavior, we turn our gaze to a love that remains entirely constant. I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness Read more…

The Permanent Word An Invitation  When human promises fall through and our own resolutions crumble, we look upward to the unshakeable eternity of God’s words and decrees. Your word, Lord, is eternal; it stands firm in the heavens (Psalm 119:89). Pray  Lord, I praise you as the One whose words outlast the stars. So much Read more…

The Father of Heavenly Lights and No Shifting Shadows An Invitation This week, find rest in the clarity of God. Unlike human relationships that can be complicated with mixed signals or hidden agendas, God’s character is entirely without a shadow. Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the Read more…

The One Who is the Same Yesterday, Today, and Forever The Invitation  This week, turn your eyes away from that which is constantly shifting—our changing feelings, unsettling circumstances across the world, unstable weather to marvel at the One who remains exactly the same. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever (Hebrews 13:8). Read more…

An Invitation To know the Creative Sustainer The week celebrate the innovator of grace. This week, worship the God who is always renewing and never giving up or is never finished with us. He who was seated on the throne said, ‘I am making everything new!’ (Revelation 21:5). Pray Lord, I praise you as the Read more…

An Invitation Week 3 To see the Architect of Order When life feels chaotic this week, find rest in the structure of God’s creation. Celebrate the wisdom that keeps the stars in place and the seasons in rhythm. By wisdom the Lord laid the earth’s foundations, by understanding he set the heavens in place (Proverbs 3:19). Pray Lord, I Read more…

Our daily lives are often consumed by managing details, solving problems, and surviving the unexpected. This season, we are stepping into The Awe-Filled Life—a weekly invitation to pause in your busy schedule for a few moments, lift your mind above the noise, and refresh your soul as you notice God’s breathtaking fingerprints in your ordinary Read more…

Our daily lives are often consumed by managing details, solving problems, and surviving the unexpected. This season, we are stepping into The Awe-Filled Life—a weekly invitation to pause in your busy schedule for a few moments, lift your mind above the noise, and refresh your soul as you notice God’s breathtaking fingerprints in your ordinary Read more…

I sat on our tiny balcony in New York City enjoying the warmth at the start of a summery-type day even though it was still spring. Not a single cloud dotted the blue sky. Distant buildings looked hazy signaling the day would get much warmer and perhaps more humid. But for now it felt perfect.  Read more…

I’ve spent enough hours on the ski slopes to know that the fastest way to wipe out is to stiffen up when you feel stressed. When the terrain gets rough or the ice gets slick, your instinct is to tighten every muscle, to fight the mountain, and to battle your way down. But to stay Read more…

Remembering is a vital part of faith. When we look back at the ways God has shown love, protection, and rescue in the past, it gives us the security to trust him with our future.

Wavering does not mean God is done with you. Struggling does not mean you have no faith. The unstoppable life in real life means we can bring even our wavering hearts honestly to God. He is not put off by our honesty. Our thoughts may waver, but God’s goodness remains the same. 

At the ruins of Rievaulx Abbey in Yorkshire, England, towering stone arches have stood for nine centuries despite the roofs having long since collapsed, the wooden beams having rotted away, and the window panes being gone.  The clever engineering of these arches means they were designed to take weight and balance the forces of gravity Read more…

On a long car journey home, we drove into thick fog. Grey mist swirled around us, and the headlights only seemed to reflect the light back rather than show the road. As I was driving, I found myself leaning forward, straining to see better, using only the faint white lines of the road to keep Read more…

We added an addition to our house a couple of years ago. What began as a simple idea took a lot of work—architectural drawings, town approvals, and endless decisions. The initial shock, though, was seeing the driveway ripped up, and a huge hole dug—but, for a good reason. Truckload after truckload of concrete was poured, Read more…

Jesus said to her, “Mary.” Read John 20:11–18 The cross had already happened. The shouting had stopped. The crowds had gone home. The sky had grown dark and then light again. Now there was only a garden and an empty tomb. Mary Magdalene stood outside the tomb weeping. She had followed Jesus faithfully. She had watched Read more…

Jesus said, “Daughters of Jerusalem, do not weep for me.” Read Luke 23:26–34 Jesus was no longer sitting at a dinner table surrounded by friends. Now he walked through the streets of Jerusalem carrying a cross. The crowds were still there. But the mood had changed. There were no fragrant perfumes or quiet acts of Read more…

“Leave her alone,” Jesus replied. “It was intended that she should save this perfume for the day of my burial.”  Read John 12:1–8 Six days before Passover, Jesus returned to Bethany—the village where he had raised Lazarus from the dead. A dinner was prepared in his honor. Martha served. Lazarus reclined at the table. The Read more…

“Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.” Read Mark 5:24–34 Jesus was on his way following an urgent request. A synagogue leader’s daughter was dying. The streets were thick with people pressing in, bodies brushing against him from every side. And somewhere in that crowd was a Read more…

“Neither do I condemn you.” Read John 8:1–11 It happened early in the morning. The temple courts were filling. People gathered to listen to Jesus. He’d just sat down to teach them. Then a scuffle distracted everyone’s attention. The “Teachers of the Law,” the experts in applying Old Testament law, pushed a woman forward into Read more…

Sit beside the well and have your own conversation with Jesus as he says to you, “whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.”

Now that we are settled into the year, reality hits. We look at the calendar and see challenges ahead—a job that we’re not sure where it’s going, family problems that seem to be taking a wrong direction, or health concerns that seem to be taking a rapid downhill trajectory. We naturally want a roadmap that Read more…

By the third week of January, the gym is usually a little quieter. The resolutions have lost their luster. The holiday decorations are packed away, and, if you live in the northern hemisphere, you are left with the gray days of winter.  It is easy to feel a little “blue.” We might look at the Read more…

Alongside the headline for a “New Body,” in the supermarket, I saw headlines promoting personal transformation. “Achieve greater emotional satisfaction and inner peace,” one promised. “Awaken the self within you. Access your inner wisdom,” another urged. I must admit, I’m not sure I trust my own wisdom! And often, “awakening the self” in me just Read more…

Gratitude isn’t meant for just one day a year. As we head into a busy season filled with plans and to-do lists, thankfulness can easily slip away. But even in the rush, the ordinary things around us—bread, a candle, a doorway, a song—can turn our thoughts toward God. These simple moments remind us that He is near, meeting us with goodness in every part of our day.

I can forget where I have left my phone within minutes. Then I have to retrace my steps to remember where I placed it. Maybe you’ll be able to relate. One thing the Israelites were told over and over again was to remember God’s dramatic rescue of them from slavery in Egypt. Their grumbling makes Read more…

When life feels unfair or exhausting, gratitude can seem impossible. Yet biblical thankfulness isn’t a feeling—it’s a choice of faith. When we choose to give thanks in all circumstances, we open our hearts to God’s presence, peace, and perspective. Discover how practicing gratitude—even when it doesn’t come naturally—can help you see God’s goodness again.

Even when life’s storms won’t stop, you can find calm in God’s presence. Prayer anchors the restless soul, reminding us that true rest isn’t found in still waters but in a steady God.

When life leaves you feeling weak and worn out, God’s grace becomes the fuel that keeps you going. Just as the body needs energy to endure a long ride, your soul needs God’s sustaining strength. His power shines brightest when yours runs out—reminding you that grace doesn’t just save you once, it strengthens you every day.

Life can feel awkward and heavy—like trying to carry boxes that are too big to hold. Jesus never promised us a life without burdens, but He did promise that when we walk with Him, the load is lighter. Prayer is where we discover His gentleness, His humility, and the true rest our souls need.

Some mornings our feelings tell us God is distant, and we wake up weary before the day has begun. But His Word gives us a faith foundation — a steady reminder that His mercies are new every morning. Prayer is how we reset our hearts and draw strength from His faithfulness.

When life feels out of control, it’s easy to feel powerless. But through prayer, we draw on our God-given inner strength. Like David, we can learn how to pray when overwhelmed using what God has already given us.

When life feels out of control—through loss, health struggles, or unexpected change—we can feel powerless. Like Daniel, we can learn how to pray in uncertain times, rooting ourselves in God’s presence and trusting His sovereignty to steady our hearts.

Feeling anxious about the future? Learn how to pray when life feels uncertain with three simple steps—pray deep, pray close, and pray wide—and discover how prayer anchors you in God’s presence.

I am delighted to welcome Wendy Murray to my blog. Wendy is sharing on prayer being an act of obedience with a beautiful analogy to gardening. Her new book, “Inner Healing the Franciscan Way, a Holy Re-Ordering of the Soul” publishes on September 9, 2025. You can find more information about Wendy and her book Read more…

This week, my friend Jennifer Drummond invites you to see the seasons as an invitation to talk to God. Scroll down to find out about Jennifer’s beautiful book of Poems and Prayers for the Seasons. I love the seasons in their variety. Where I live in the Northeast of the USA, we have gorgeous autumns, Read more…

I’m delighted to share with you from my friend and fellow author, Janet McHenry. Read what she has to say on “Finding Your Natural Praying Style.” For me, I think I’m a combination of Cerebral, Emotive, and Devotional! You can also find out more about Janet and her book, Praying Personalities, at the end of Read more…

I’m sure, like me, you have prayed for God to do something first. Then you will do what is needed or intended. You may have asked him to give you a sign that he is with you. Or you might have asked him to confirm in some way the particular thing he wants you to do. We want Read more…

I’m sure you’ve been in a situation at some point in your life when you’ve been told to do one thing, and then the next minute you’ve been told to do the complete opposite. In that moment, we can be frustrated as to our next step. We can end up not knowing who or what Read more…

When we pray and approach our problems, by all means, let’s cry out to God. But then, let’s also ask for God to show his glory to us and to others. Let’s be expectant of what he can do. We should avoid lashing out based on what we perceive others can or cannot do.

All of us need guidance to navigate the challenges we face, almost daily. God’s guidance can help us make the best decisions and know we’re headed in the right direction.

There is nothing worse than setbacks. You’ve done your part. You think you’ve done a good job. You’ve prayed about it. You believe it’s what God wanted. Things seem to be going in the right direction. Then all of a sudden, things are worse or they blow up. 

Think you have to do it alone? God may already be sending the help you need. Here’s how to recognize it.

It’s important to bring our questions to God because it gives God the opportunity to answer them.

Sometimes we come to God with the question “why?” And behind that one word is often pain and suffering, the hurt we are feeling. We want to know why God has allowed something hard to happen in our lives.

What comfort, strength, and knowledge can we find from Psalm 90, as verse 12 says, to live wisely? Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom (Psalm 90:12).

What do God’s words, “I will be with you,” really mean and what can we learn from them for difficult times ahead? God’s words are not meant to be just a vague, comforting phrase. They are a solid promise from God himself of his presence, power, and protection.

Have you ever faced an opportunity, challenge or calling and questioned, “I’m not sure I’m up for this?” Maybe your past whispers reminders of your failures. Maybe the present screams that you are unqualified, ill-equipped or just don’t have the capacity.  I remember a moment like that myself when I realized God wanted me to Read more…

Being a mom often involves a delicate balance between holding on and letting go. Yet, Jochebed teaches us a lot when we want to hold on rather than let go. From her, we can learn what we should do when we, and the ones we love, face an unknown, uncertain, and what looks like a frightening future.

God’s love is not passive. He sees, He listens, He feels—and He acts. So if you’re at your limit and you can only say, “God, help me,” that’s enough. Say it once. Say it again. Say it every day if you need to. He hears. He sees. He cares. And He will respond.

I learned that in ancient cultures, repeating a person’s name was a term of endearment. God showed his affection and love towards Moses by repeating his name. And Moses would have understood he was being addressed by someone who loved him. We mustn’t forget that God speaks to us in the same way. When he calls us by name, it is because of his great love for us.