If you stopped by because you read my devotion today over at Encouragement Cafe, WELCOME! So glad you are here! My husband and I recently visited a small park in which there is a pond. There is a walking trail around the pond and a couple small piers that extend out over the water. There are […]
Author: Joan
Empty Shelves
If you stopped by because you read my devotion today over at Encouragement Cafe, WELCOME! So glad you are here! It was shocking to me the first time I walked into the grocery store and saw so many of the shelves empty. I had heard about certain items, like toilet paper, being sold out, but canned […]
Forget Not His Benefits
If you stopped by because you read my devotion today over at Encouragement Cafe, WELCOME! So glad you are here! I love reading the Psalms of David. He knew well how to praise the Lord, even when being pursued by those who wanted to kill him. It would do us good to follow his example and […]
Enduring Captivity
If you stopped by because you read my devotion today over at Encouragement Cafe, WELCOME! So glad you are here! During the time of the corona virus, I was reminded of other times in my life when I felt stuck. Have you ever had times in your life before when you felt stuck? Maybe feeling like […]
The New Normal
If you stopped by because you read my devotion today over at Encouragement Cafe, WELCOME! So glad you are here! I have to admit that I have never liked hearing the term, “new normal.” Maybe it’s because I associate it with bad things that have happened. The death of a loved one, an unwelcome health diagnosis, […]
Shelter In Place
If you stopped by because you read my devotion today over at Encouragement Cafe, WELCOME! So glad you are here! So often when big news events occur, certain catch phrases become common. With the spreading of COVID-19, a common phrase is, “shelter in place.” It is meant to convey the need to go to your place […]
It Is Finished!
I enjoy sewing and quilting. After putting hours and hours into a sewing project, I sigh with relief when I can say, “it’s finished!” Recently, while staying in place at home, my husband and I worked for a couple of days on a puzzle. When we finally completed it, I took a picture to send […]
Balcony View
If you stopped by because you read my devotion today over at Encouragement Cafe, WELCOME! So glad you are here! My granddaughter takes gymnastics twice a week. The gym has a balcony area where spectators can sit and watch. The floor is full of participates who are grouped according to their skill level. There is a […]
Getting What We Prayed For
We recently studied the Book of Habakkuk at our church. It’s a short book, but just like all the scriptures, it teaches a powerful lesson. It starts with Habakkuk questioning God and asking Him why He is allowing the enemy to come so powerfully against God’s people. The basic truth is that God can allow […]
Standing Tall and Proud
If you stopped by because you read my devotion today over at Encouragement Cafe, WELCOME! So glad you are here! They rise straight up. Only wavering slightly, even in the fiercest wind. They will not be forced, pried, persuaded or coerced into doing anything other than standing tall and proud. It’s almost like they are standing […]