Proverbs 17:23 A joyful heart has more power than we realize. It’s not about pretending everything is fine or ignoring the hard things. Instead, it’s about choosing to look for God’s goodness even when life feels heavy. A joyful heart lifts us above the weight of our worries, giving us strength when discouragement tries to… Continue reading November 23rd – Proverbs 17:23
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November 13th – 2 Corinthians 9:8
2 Corinthians 9:8 Every year as Thanksgiving approaches, I feel both excitement and a little bit overwhelmed. Because my house is the gathering place. I love how family fills every room, laughter spills from the kitchen, and the smell of turkey and pies fills the air. It’s a beautiful time, but I won’t lie. It’s… Continue reading November 13th – 2 Corinthians 9:8
November 12th – Psalm 51:10
Psalm 51:10 The other day, I finally decided to clean out a junk drawer that had become cluttered with old receipts, tangled cords, broken pens, and things I didn’t even remember owning. It felt so good to toss out the junk and make space again. And as I stood there looking at the clean drawer,… Continue reading November 12th – Psalm 51:10
November 10th – Colossians 2:6-7
Colossians 2:6-7 When I first started gardening, I didn’t understand how much roots really mattered. I’d plant flowers that looked healthy for a while, but as soon as the heat came, they’d wilt and fade. Their roots were too shallow to reach the water that could’ve kept them alive. God used that simple lesson to… Continue reading November 10th – Colossians 2:6-7
November 9th – Psalm 150:2
Psalm 150:2 Have you ever stood in awe of something breathtaking ? Maybe it’s a sunrise that painted the sky in gold, or the way a child’s laughter fills a room with joy. In those moments, it’s almost impossible not to feel the tug of worship rise within us. Psalm 150:2 calls us to “praise… Continue reading November 9th – Psalm 150:2
November 6th – Isaiah 40:31
Isaiah 40:31 I read a quote that said, “If you want to be reminded of the love of the Lord, just watch the sunrise.” There’s something beautiful about watching the sunrise after a long, weary night. The darkness slowly gives way to light, and hope begins to break through the horizon. In that quiet moment,… Continue reading November 6th – Isaiah 40:31
November 5th – Psalm 100:2
Psalm 100:2 Sometimes joy shows up in the simplest moments. Like humming a favorite song while washing dishes or smiling as the morning light pours in through the window. There’s a quiet delight in those ordinary moments. And in that stillness our hearts often remember that worship isn’t just a Sunday event, it’s a daily… Continue reading November 5th – Psalm 100:2
November 4th – Psalm 103:22
Psalm 103:22 The other day, I watched in delight as a little girl at the park twirled with delight. Her arms were stretched wide as leaves fluttered around her. She wasn’t performing, planning, or striving, she was simply being. And her joy was contagious, feeling like pure worship. Psalm 103:22 tells us, “Bless the Lord,… Continue reading November 4th – Psalm 103:22
November 3rd – Ecclesiastes 3:1
Ecclesiastes 3:1 Some seasons of life feel bright and full, like warm summer mornings. When everything seems to be growing and moving forward. Other seasons feel more like late autumn. When things fall apart, routines shift, and pieces of life we depended on seem to drop away. We all walk through moments that bring joy… Continue reading November 3rd – Ecclesiastes 3:1
November 2nd – Psalm 16:11
Psalm 16:11 The other morning, I went for a walk as the morning sun was just began shining on the horizon. It was just me, the quiet world, and the soft glow of a new day waking up around me. The path was familiar, yet every time I walk it, I feel a gentle pull… Continue reading November 2nd – Psalm 16:11
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