While many people enter the Thanksgiving and Advent seasons with enthusiasm, others among us struggle to find the joy. My friend, Elisabeth Klein, has written a beautiful devotional to reach the hearts of those who need the Lord’s healing touch. Please enjoy the following excerpt from Elisabeth’s Holidays for the Hurting: 25 Devotionals to Help…
perseverance
Endurance
For the past couple of years, I have chosen one word to be the year’s theme. As the days proceed, my word reminds me of my desired focus. In a simple way, it acts like a compass setting to which I return when distractions overtake my intentions. Last year, my word was Courage. It was a bold…
Wanted: Influence for the Journey
CRACK! The gun explodes. Vivid memories of high school track remain with me…especially the 400 meter race. Coming out of the blocks and into the first 100 meters, I hardly had to think. Arms pumping, knees high, cheeks relaxed (both sets!) as my spikes crunched on the cinder track. I flew around the first curve….