Just a Small Simple Soul. . . In the Hands of a Loving, Limitless God.

Tag: devotional

  • After the Dust Settles

    Psalm 19:7  The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul. After a particularly traumatic period in my life—one that stretched through several years—I found myself feeling rather shattered inside.  In the midst of all the fear and heartache, I had desperately clung to Jesus, and He had ever so faithfully seen me through. …

  • Glory Days

    PART 3 OF 3 At a national competition, my son’s trap-shooting team won second place.  The entire team along with coaches were called onto the field and presented plaques.  They were lined up under bright lights, and official photos were taken.  It was a big moment.  Many weeknights of practice and long weekends of competition…

  • A Better Shield

    PART 2 OF 3 I am a “retired” taekwondo instructor.  When we sparred, we wore special gear to protect ourselves.  We had helmets, chest protectors, gloves, and kicks.  The gloves and kicks helped protect not only ourselves, but our opponent, while the helmet and chest protector gave some protection to our most vulnerable targets.  We…

  • When Grief, Not Worship, Bows Our Head

    PART 1 OF 3 Psalm 3:3 But You, Oh Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, and the lifter of my head. The night before had been hard.  The kind of hard that leaves you wondering how you are supposed to make it through the day, let alone complete the simplest of tasks.  But…

  • How Does God See My Small, Simple Soul?

    Hello, beautiful soul!  I am so glad you have joined me for another conversation about living a full life for God as a small, simple soul.    Today’s thoughts are in the form of a devotional—something I’d like to deliver on Mondays to keep us mindful of God as we launch our week. How Does…