by ssadmin | Jan 1, 2026 | Daily Journaling
When anyone is in Christ, it is a whole new world. The old things are gone; suddenly, everything is new! 2 Corinthians 5:17 The new year has arrived! Do you have a word to guide you this year? Are there any resolutions you’ve set for yourself? Is there a new skill...
by ssadmin | Dec 30, 2025 | Daily Journaling
The time has come to bid farewell to the hunting camp for the year. Throughout the morning I was packing, purging, and cleaning. All our belongings were gathering on the table before we took them to the truck. I was aware of the cold weather this morning (feels like...
by ssadmin | Dec 28, 2025 | Daily Journaling
Sitting on the porch, I watched as the day slowly came to an end, enveloped in the vibrant sounds of nature all around me. I leaned back, closed my eyes, and took a deep breath. Peace. Calmness. Serenity. When I opened my eyes and gazed toward the west, I was greeted...
by ssadmin | Dec 27, 2025 | Daily Journaling
As December comes to a close, many of us will soon be taking down our Christmas decorations. The nativity scenes will be carefully wrapped and stored away. Every year, as I unpack our nativity scenes, a thought crosses my mind: “Am I putting Jesus in a box in my own...
by ssadmin | Dec 26, 2025 | Daily Journaling
For months now, I’ve found my mentality at odds with my spirituality. While my walk with the Lord remains steadfast, my mission has felt a bit wobbly. As followers of Jesus Christ, we’re called to share the Good News (Matthew 28:19 ). I find joy in learning...
by ssadmin | Dec 23, 2025 | Daily Journaling
Do you have a decision to make? When the story of Jesus’ birth is read, we often read from the book of Luke. Yet, today I was led to read the brief synopsis captured in Matthew. In these verses (Matthew 1:18-23), Joseph found himself in a predicament. He thought he...
by ssadmin | Oct 31, 2025 | Daily Journaling
Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning. Lamentations 3:23 As I stepped through my front door, I could feel the goosebumps well up on my skin. I’m so excited for this breath of coolness that has come our way. As I’m standing there in my...
by ssadmin | Oct 21, 2025 | Daily Journaling
“I am leaving you with a gift ~peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” John 14:27 Prayer: Sweet Jesus, only You can give me the peace that calms my mind and heart. I read these words and take a...
by ssadmin | Oct 10, 2025 | Daily Journaling
Troubles and trials will come our way (John 16:33). When those times arise, we often find ourselves crying out to Jesus. I want to encourage you to not just call on Him when you feel frantic, yet make conversing with God a daily…hourly…every moment type of...
by ssadmin | Oct 5, 2025 | Daily Journaling
One day Naomi said to Ruth, “My daughter, it’s time that I found a permanent home for you, so that you will be provided for.” NLT Ruth 3:1 After reading verse one from my NLT version of my tangible page turning bible, I paused, pondered, and wrote the words,...
