Just me trying to be honest with God.

"Every season is one of becoming, but not always one of blooming. Be gracious with your ever-evolving self." B. Oakman

 Much of life unfolds in stages. The hike to the summit may mean that we first traverse a lowland swamp. Learning to navigate each stage may be more important than the destination we have in mind. Find God's peace and wisdom as you experience today.

“By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, even though he did not know where he was going.”Heb.11 Conversations Within” ts 5/7/26





“Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it. Helen Keller

The wisdom that can be found in affliction mirrors the wisdom of God designing life to unfold this way. The lessons learned, and character built teaches me the value of appreciating times of hardship as much as seasons of ease--maybe more so.

“It was good for me to be afflicted so that I might learn your decrees.” Ps.119 Conversations Within” ts 5/6/26



Bring it down to right here, right now.

I can only live one moment at a time. My best life is realized, not in my past or future, but in the choice before me now. Be this moment. Give yourself fully to it. If it is my last, in this place, I want to make sure I am satisfied with it? 

“Be where you are. Whatever your hand find to do, do it with all of your might.” ” Ecc.9 Conversations Within” ts 5/5/26



“My concern is not whether God is on our side; my greatest concern is to be on God's side, for God is always right.” Abraham Lincoln

Forgive my arrogance Lord, I am prone to think that I am always on the right side of things. Incline me to seek Your side of everything. Experience has taught me that I have been wrong many times. Keep my heart humble before You, and others. Lead me on the right path for Your name's sake.

“Who is on the LORD’s side?” Ex.32 Conversations Within” ts 5/3/26



“Above all the grace and the gifts that Christ gives to his beloved is that of overcoming self.” Francis of Assisi

 I have known some sweet moments of grace. I witness my Father’s hand in nature, or watching someone showing kindness, or listening to an artist sharing their music. I certainly  experiencing His grace when I feel His restraining hand over my mouth when I almost say something I know has no value.

“May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all”. 2Cor.13 Conversations Within” ts 4/30/26