On this Thankful Thursday, let’s give thanks for the wings that gives us refuge. Some days feel like we face one attack after another. Nothing goes right and the devil would like nothing better than for us to throw our hands up in defeat. However, we know better!

We have a Heavenly Father who covers us with His feathers. He protects us from the arrows that attack us and He gives us shelter from the storm.

Today, recognize and be aware of the feathers that cover you. Take time to thank God for His refuge and when you see a bird today, consider it a reminder of His love and protection.

Spend some time in worship and praise. Read all of Psalm 91. Click here to listen to “Your Wings” by Lauren Daigle.

Water walking Wednesday is a day to ponder your faith, courage and even your obedience. Water walking requires you to step out of your boat of comfort and walk, even when you may not be able to see what’s ahead clearly.

How can we do that? We must stay focused on the light of Christ ahead of us. Jesus is a beacon, shining His light to guide and direct our path, just as a lighthouse does for boaters.

Are you focused on the light of Christ to guide your steps? Have you taken a step onto the water in faith? Are you being obedient to the call of Christ? Look towards the Lighthouse of Christ and allow Him to show you the way. He won’t let you sink. After all, He is the light of the world!

“When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.””
‭‭John‬ ‭8:12‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Click here to read an article about 5 Interesting Facts About Lighthouses.

Several years ago, while teaching phonics in my kindergarten class, I placed some red letter words in a pocket chart for my class to practice. With this particular phonics program, sight words were printed in red to signify them as words we just have to remember by sight. I asked my class, “Why do you think these words are red?” Immediately one of my students answered, “That means that Jesus said them.” Needless to say I was caught off guard but also so pleased that this student had knowledge of Jesus!

On this Transformation Tips Tuesday I encourage you to open your Bible and read some of the words in red. Read any of them and let the words of Christ speak to you today. May you remember that the words in red were written for you. Click here to listen to the song “Written For Me” by Matthew West and let the words in red transform your day and life.

For anyone that has anything to do with the world of education, you know that we have arrived at the time of the year that is the final countdown. Students have only 14 more days of school! Along with the final countdown comes many deadlines and a long to-do list. Anxiety likes to creep in and cause even more stress and confusion.

On this Mindset Monday, as I look ahead at the busy week before me, I am choosing to take a deep breath, not be anxious, and “present my requests to God.” I will give thanks for the busy season and for the blessings that make my schedule busy. Then I will soak in “the peace of God.”

Do you also, have a busy week ahead. Choose to have the mindset of greeting one day at a time, tackle each task with prayer and petition, and bask in the serenity of God’s peace.

A few weeks ago I shared a picture of the hydrangea bloom on the left. Since then I have transplanted the hydrangea from the small pot it came in to a larger planter on my front porch. Eventually, I may plant it in my yard.

Notice the difference in the bloom color. I know that the bloom color of hydrangeas are affected by the minerals in the soil in which they planted. Therefore, if I do transplant it to the yard, the bloom color will likely change again. Nevertheless, as long as it has healthy roots, it will continue to grow and bloom.

On this Spiritual Sunday I encourage you to examine your bloom color. What is the soil like around you right now? Is the soil affecting your blooming? Does your bloom point others to Christ? Do others know you are a “new creation” because of your belief in Jesus? Has your bloom color changed? Sometimes a different bloom color is new, interesting and exciting. New color is good, as long as you are still rooted in Your savior, Jesus Christ.

Welcome to See you Saturday!! Click here and Join me as I talk about stumbling blocks!

Let’s ask ourselves; Am I trying to please people? In this verse from Galatians 1:10 NIV we learn only the applause of one matters; “Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.”

Is people pleasing a stumbling block? I know for me it can be. Often I learn the hard way. Two things tend to happen when I people please. If it is not my assignment from God, I get overwhelmed and lack in more important areas of my life. If it is for my applause, I can be left disappointed when I don’t get the approval I thought I needed or deserved.

The truth is, at the end of the day we have no one we need to please other than the creator of this beautiful beach scene. On this Finish Friday let’s not forget to be a servant of God.