In today's episode I share from Psalm 130:5-6 - I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in His word I do hope. My soul waits for the Lord more than those who watch for the morning. Yes, more than those who watch for the morning. Waiting is certainly challenging to most of us. May God be with you in your waiting today.

Did you know that the phrase "fear not" appears 365 times in the Bible? That means there's a verse with this admonition for every day of the year. In today's episode I share one from Deuteronomy 31:6. Be encouraged today in spite of your fears!

In today's episode, I encourage us all to celebrate and embrace friendship(s). Where would we be without friends? In the midst of you celebrating and showing gratitude for your friends, embark today on the journey of making new ones by being one.

I love the beauty of Spring. I love see the newly minted, fresh green leaves on the trees that have been barren for months. It encourages me and gives me hope by the one who "makes all things new."

Have you ever seen or been guilty yourself, of stirring up a situation? You know, a quick retort or a harsh, not well thought out response? I know I have. In today's episode I share some scripture about being careful about our replies in difficult situations. Don't stir things up.

Where is your focus today? Where or to whom are you looking? There is so much distraction and mis-direction in our lives and culture today. I have a simple challenge for you today. Look to the Lord. Close your eyes and look in faith to Him. Meditate on His goodness, power and love today.

We all need help some time and God is a very present help in time of need. God's help is also special in that in enables us to help others. So today's challenge is to get help from God and give help to others in need... 'cause; "Help we need somebody."

In today's episode I share a powerful affirmation from Pastor Craig Groeschel of LifeChurch in Oklahoma. I pray that it will encourage and inspire you as it has me and so many others. Jesus is coming again. Be engaged and on mission till He comes. Maranatha!

Storms of life can be challenging and disrupting but they do not take God by surprise. Did it ever occur to your that nothing occurs to God? In todays episode I share the comforting words of scripture and a song that has blessed me over the years.

Have you had the experience growing up of your mother coming at you with a spoonful of medicine and saying; "Take it, it's good for you." Oh my, I can remember times like that. Sometimes the medicine we need is not the medicine we want.