A Very Mary Response by Laura Pearson
To Everything There is a Season – Charity Payton
“Living Loved” by Kaylin Parrock
Heroes of the Faith Scripture Journaling Calendar
Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints. Ephesians 6:18
These men and women, through faith, overcame extreme conditions and lived out their faith to the glory of God.
Scripture Journaling:
Remember that Scripture Journaling is a tool to help you as you develop or deepen in your walk with the Saviour. This is a time to meditate upon Scriptures, express yourself, seek out truths of the Scripture, and learn how to deepen your walk with God.
- Pray for God to speak to you as you read the selected passage that day.
- Write out the specific passage of Scripture chosen for that day.
- Write any truths of the Scripture that stood out to you.
- Write any questions you may have about the passage.
- Write how you can apply the passage to your life at this moment.
This can also be used as an heirloom to leave for your children when they are old enough to appreciate the wealth of knowledge you gained from searching the Scriptures. Have fun, learn, and enjoy!
Joshua
Heroes of the Faith
Tiny Puppy by Jacqueline Palmani
Plan A by Robin Ogle
Happy January 10th!
We are 10 days in! Are you still on track with all of your “goals” for 2022??? This week’s devo is “Plan A” written by Robin Ogle! God always has a plan! Please take the time to read as Robin shares her heart with us today!
Plan A – Robin Ogle
Have you ever made a plan? Was there a time you organized an event and it didn’t happen according to your check list? Have you ever face a disappointment after anticipating something? In the middle of the day did circumstance cause you to instantly have to regroup, redirect, and rethink?
In the past I tackled these with a sigh and a “OK, let’s go to Plan B”. Sometimes I found by sunset I was looking at Plan W and wondering what I would do next. With each change I pulled up my boot straps, acknowledged this was how God wanted it, and forge ahead with a forced smile, and a deflated, frustrated, tired heart. “What’s gonna happen next? ”, became the big question.
Recently, my thinking was adjusted. MY PLAN, ideas, event, or schedule may have be altered- but I realized it was changed to line up with GOD’S PLAN A. Now when there is a snafu, my heart is joyful and excited that NOW the day is going as HE PLANNED. I can embrace the reconfigurations of my life because my great God is constantly revealing His Plan A. No longer do I drudge through Plan C,D, or E. With thankfulness, contentment and peace, I choose to dwell on Plan A.
Here are trues to meditate on in order to keep your “Plan A” spirit on track:
God meets our needs.
Philippians 4:13,19; Matthew 6:31-33
God does what’s best.
Jeremiah 29:11;Romans 8:26-34
God has control over every situation.
Psalm 103:19; Isaiah 14:27; Isaiah 46:9,10
God is trustworthy.
2 Timothy 2:13; Psalm 36:5; Numbers 23:19; Deuteronomy 31:8
https://www.sappsolutely.com/devotions/plan-a-robin-ogle
Ask, Seek, Knock
Ask, Seek, Knock
Matthew 7:7-8 Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.
Have you ever sat and pondered why we ask, seek, and knock?
Perhaps we ask for what we want, seek for what we’ve don’t have, and knock on the door that we feel we have no access to. Why? Because our faith isn’t a strong as it should be.
Interesting that God repeats these words again in verse 8. His instructions are to ask in faith (James 1:5-8) with the right purpose (James 4:3). When we do, He will open the door.
Because we are surrounded by so many distractions in this world, we need to determine to seek God. When we earnestly pray and seek God’s face according to His will (Deuteronomy 4:29; Jeremiah 29:13), He will hear our pleas and answer our petitions (1 John 5:14).
Everyone has the desire to be known and loved. God also desires to be known and loved by His creation and He richly blesses those who desire a personal relationship with Him.
May we sincerely have a desire for a deeper relationship with the Lord this year through fervent prayer and regular seeking the scriptures. We will not be disappointed. ❄️☃️
Storms of Life by Beth Palmani
Happy first Monday of 2022!! This week’s devo is “Storms of Life” written by Beth Palmani!
Please take the time to read as she shares this devo with us today! Let’s make 2022 the best year EVER!!
Storms of Life – Beth Palmani
This past summer we were able to visit family who had rented a beach house. I absolutely love to look at and listen to the sounds of the ocean. One of the things I was looking forward to, was watching the sunrise and the sunset over the water. I packed my fancy camera and lenses, and was eager to get the “perfect” photo of our girls with the breathtaking sunset in the background! When we arrived to the area, the weather was warm, but so cloudy and gloomy.
I got up early to walk on the beach to take pictures and look for seashells. Much to my disappointment, the spectacular sight I was anticipating, simply wasn’t there. The sky was filled with “grumpy” looking clouds and not one single shell! The water was “yucky” looking and was filled with seaweed and so much gunk. I had expected crystal clear water that I could dip my toes in while still being able to make sure no SHARKS would bite my toes off! 🙂 The sunset was much the same way – no sun to be seen! On the last day of our trip, a huge storm rolled in. You could see it coming in the distance. The lightning in the clouds could be seen so far off, and you could even see the rain pouring on the ocean in the distance.
We watched from the deck of the house until the storm got a little too close for comfort, then retreated inside. It was a night filled with thunder, lightning and lots of rain, but we were warm and safe inside the house. The next morning, I didn’t get up early to go out and get my sunrise shot, since I knew it wouldn’t be there. Instead, slept in a bit until my daughter came in, begging to go out to the water. She pulled back the curtain, and WOOSH, there it was! The SUNLIGHT I had been wishing for! The storm had come and gone and left the most spectacular sight I’ve ever seen! Even now, it brings tears to my eyes just thinking about it! I jumped out of bed, quickly grabbed the camera and we ran to the water! Oh what a time we had! The water was so clean and clear, you could walk around and see straight to the bottom! And as for shells? Too many to count! We even found full size silver dollars, which I’ve only ever seen in the store! The sunshine made the water glisten and shine like I never knew possible. To be honest, the camera just couldn’t capture the sight I was seeing, but those images are forever etched in my mind. I couldn’t help but think of the song, “Till the Storm Passes By.” Life can get so dark and gloomy and yes, even be filled with “gunk” at times, yet, we have a Heavenly Father who loves us so deeply and helps us through each “storm” so that we can have something truly spectacular on the other side. I love the verses in Psalm 91 that remind me that, much like the house kept us safe and warm that night, Jesus is my refuge in the storms of life. I can stay snuggled in his wings, safe and warm. And, just like on that day this summer, Joy truly does come in the morning! (Ps 30:5)
As I get older, I can see that there are stormy times, but there are also times of sunshine!
If things in your life right now are dark and gloomy, just keep pressing on, right through that storm, because on the other side, is beautiful sunshine!
https://www.sappsolutely.com/devotions/storms-of-life-beth-palmani
