by ssadmin | Aug 15, 2026 | Daily Journaling
As I sit on a plane—delayed on the runway for takeoff due to weather—I’m reading John Mark Comer’s The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. My eyes move from word to word, processing sentence by sentence, and I’m reminded of something I’ve always carried: I’m a slow reader....
by ssadmin | Jul 31, 2026 | Daily Journaling
Has it really been two months since my last journal entry? Time flies! It’s often said to make the most of your time while you have it—and let me tell you, I did. June and July have been full in the very best way: busy days, sweet celebrations, a few hard moments, and...
by ssadmin | May 29, 2026 | Daily Journaling
“And then he told them, ‘Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone.’” — Mark 16:15 I’m beginning to think those first four years when our youngest didn’t sleep through the night—Cole woke up repeatedly for the first four years of his life—were...
by ssadmin | May 17, 2026 | Daily Journaling
“Open my eyes so that I can see all the wonderful things in your teachings.” — Psalm 119:18 I often pray, “Lord, open my eyes so that I may see all the wondrous things You have for me.” In Psalm 119:18 David asks the Lord to open his eyes so he can contemplate the...
by ssadmin | May 16, 2026 | Daily Journaling
Living life with your senses wide open brings about experiences and memories that can be embedded in you. On a recent trip to Croatia, my senses peaked. As I think about the smells of the trip, I definitely have more pleasant recollections than raunchy aromas. Join me...
by ssadmin | Apr 24, 2026 | Daily Journaling
This year’s weather has been extreme: freezing temperatures have become more frequent and rain has been scarce. The combination has left our property lifeless and barren. There is more dirt and weeds than grass. When you walk across the yard, dry, brittle blades stab...
by ssadmin | Apr 11, 2026 | Daily Journaling
“How hard it is to find the perfect wife. She is worth far more than jewels.” Proverbs 31:10 This morning’s verse moved me to pray—for my single friends, those who’ve been divorced or widowed, newlyweds, and those married for years. Relationships are hard. You were...
by ssadmin | Apr 9, 2026 | Daily Journaling
When your people find their person–this makes a parent’s heart happy. Recently we spent treasured time with our sons and their loved ones: Cole and Emma, married nearly two years, and Hunter and Sierra, who will marry this fall. Observing their interactions with one...
by ssadmin | Apr 7, 2026 | Daily Journaling
For since our friendship with God was restored by the death of his Son while we were still his enemies, we will certainly be saved through the life of his Son. So now we can rejoice in our wonderful new relationship with God because our Lord Jesus Christ has made us...
by ssadmin | Apr 3, 2026 | Daily Journaling
Happy Good Friday, y’all! What’s good about remembering Jesus’ death, given the brutality he endured—flogging, mocking, beating, and crucifixion? Reading Luke 23 today gave me some GOOD thoughts I want to share. We all face trials. Jesus faced them ALL. His...
