“Those who live at the ends of the Earth stand in awe of Your wonders. From where the sun rises to where it sets, you inspire shouts of joy.” Psalms 65:8 (NLT) Sunrises & Sunsets When was the last time you were up early enough to see the sun rise? Or, been outside in the evening when the sun goes down? The views that slowly saturate the sky are spectacular! Sunrises and sunsets are filled with such beauty, amazement, and…
Hey readers! Already been reading this series of devotions? Click here to skip the intro. Shine Bright Devotion 7 Luke 1:78-79 “Because of God’s tender mercy, the morning light from Heaven is about to break upon us, to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, and to guide us to the path of peace.” Luke 1:78-79 (NLT) Shine Bright Scripture Chat Check out the context behind this verse! It’s a prophecy spoken by…
Hey readers! Already been reading this series of devotions? Click here to skip the intro. Shine Bright Devotion 6 Psalms 89:14-16 “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne. Unfailing love and truth walk before You as attendants. Happy are those who hear the joyful call to worship, for they will walk in the light of Your presence, Lord. They rejoice all day long in Your wonderful reputation. They exult in your righteousness.” Psalms 89:14-16 (NLT) Shine Bright Scripture…
“He sends the snow like white wool; He scatters frost upon the ground like ashes.” Psalms 147:16 (NLT) Snowflakes Snowflakes fall in an array of shapes and sizes, and they are one of the many wonders God blesses us with during the winter months. It’s a true joy to ponder all God blesses us with as the seasons change. He really thought of it all, and His power is on display for us to enjoy all year long! I love…
“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1 (ESV) Fall Colors To me, fall is a time of renewal. It’s an invitation to cozy up next to our Lord and Savior and allow Him to renew us from the inside out, like autumn trees. With autumn trees comes FALL COLORS!! Fall is filled with rich, warm colors. Colors that bring a sense of calm and crispness to the air. There’s just something…
“Consider how the wild flowers grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today, and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, how much more will He clothe you – you of little faith!” Luke 12:27-28 (NIV) Surprise Flowers This summer I planted flower seeds I bought from my dollar store,…
Hey readers! Already been reading this series of devotions? Click here to skip the intro. Shine Bright Devotion 5 Psalms 119:105 “Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalms 119:105 (NKJV) Shine Bright Scripture Chat God has given us the one and ONLY guidebook we need to navigate our time on earth. THE BIBLE! The pages are filled with God-breathed words full of truth, hope, love, and comfort not only to help get…
Hey readers! Already been reading this series of devotions? Click here to skip the intro. Shine Bright Devotion 4 2 Corinthians 4:6-7 “For God, who said, ‘Let there be light in the darkness,’ has made this light shine in our hearts so we could know the glory of God that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ. We now have this light shining in our hearts, but we ourselves are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure. This…
“When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them? You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor.” Psalms 8:3, 4 (NIV) God’s Majestic Handiwork Have you looked up at the stars lately?! God created all we see up there and far beyond what…
Hey readers! Already been reading this series of devotions? Click here to skip the intro. Shine Bright Devotion 3 Philippians 2:12-18 “Dear friends, you always followed instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear. For God is working in you, giving you the desire and power to do what pleases Him. Do everything without complaining…
