Trust: believe in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of

We trust that the cables in this picture will hold the weight of the bridge it supports. We don’t know who built the bridge, we don’t know specifics about how the bridge was built, and we don’t know all the science behind the suspension. However, we trust that the bridge will easily hold up our 2,000-4,000 pound vehicle along with all the others crossing simultaneously. Yet you and I worry all the time about so many others things out of our control when we have someone stronger than a bridge holding us up. Each of us are in the palm of Our Maker’s hands. Our Creator is with us every step we make.

My transportation tip this Tuesday is to look at the huge obstacles and uncertainties you face today and trust. Trust that God will guide and direct your steps. Trust that God loves and cares for you and is holding you up.

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
‭‭Romans‬ ‭15:13‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Today is Mindset Monday and it’s the beginning of a new work week for many of us. Last week Julie shared many beautiful sky pictures. I also took this picture last week and it made me wonder. At the end of each day, as others look into the window of my life, do they see the light of Jesus shining? Did my words and actions reflect His light? How about you? What do others see when they look in the window of your life each day? Let’s start this week with intention of shining for Jesus. Let’s be mindful of our words and actions reflecting His light. After all, we are the light of the world! Jesus said so!

““You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭5:14-16‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Today is Spiritual Sunday. Let’s enter our time of worship ready to be renewed for the week ahead. Let’s be open to God giving us new insights, perspectives and direction. Be ready for God to speak and be ready to receive with a willing heart.

“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭51:10-12‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Five years ago our Waterwalkers blog began. Five years ago, Julie and I mustered up enough courage to step out of our boats and walk on water. God has blessed us immeasurably in our obedience and will do the same for you. In what area of your life is God calling you to step out in faith? Is God asking you to leave your comfort zone and stretch? Today listen to this older song by Casting Crowns, “The Voice of Truth.” Listen and be open to hear God’s individual message for you. Listen to God’s voice calling you. God has work that only you can do. Listen, trust and take that first step.

In today’s scripture Peter encourages us in our spiritual growth. Are you making “every effort to add to your faith?” How does that look in your life? Are you growing? Today’s picture is of one of my tomato plants. In order for it to grow and produce fruit I must be sure I nurture it with enough sun, water and nutrient rich soil every day. Today’s transformation tip is to nurture your spiritual growth. Create or sustain a daily habit/routine of reading God’s word, meditating and praying. Perhaps journal your prayers or make notes of inspiration or encouragement God reveals to you. A daily devotion routine will nurture your spiritual growth and “add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge, and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love.”