Sabbath rest is not about rule-following. It is about learning to trust God with your time and soul. In today’s devotional, explore how setting aside time for rest can draw you closer to Him.

As May ended, I noticed my writing slowed. Not a full stop, just a shift. In today’s devotional, I reflect on God’s grace in seasons of gradual drift and the beauty of returning to Him.

Before the day begins, a short pause on the driveway in the morning cool can remind us that God is near and already walking with us

Weeds grow without effort, but fruit takes work. A quiet morning in my garden reminded me that neglect leads to overgrowth, both in soil and in soul. The weeds in our lives don’t need much space, they just need us to stop paying attention.

We love quoting Jeremiah 29:11 when life is uncertain. But did you know it was actually spoken to a people stuck in exile? Here’s what it really means and why that’s even better news for us today.

Most mornings I write before the house wakes up. This one began in the quiet, with a psalm that met me where I was. Maybe it will meet you there too.

I’ve been carrying a heaviness these last few days. I struggled to find words for it. This is my attempt. If you’ve been feeling the weight of things lately, I hope it meets you where you are.

Most mornings I wake up before the sun, not by alarm but by rhythm. In the quiet of our prayer garden, especially in spring and summer, I’ve found a sacred stillness where I can meet with God. This devotional reflects on those early moments and how they help anchor the heart before the day begins.

Mondays usually kick off in overdrive, but what if this one began with rest? Not the rest that clears your schedule, but the kind that quiets your spirit in the presence of God.

This week was full — meaningful, emotional, and sacred. As I reflect, I’m reminded that joy doesn’t always wait for clarity. Habakkuk 3 points us to the kind of trust that rejoices even when the fig tree does not blossom.

A cheerful heart is more than a moment of happiness—it’s a spiritual habit that changes how we walk through life. Proverbs 17:22 reminds us that joy brings healing, while discouragement drains us. In this post, we explore practical ways to guard your joy, embrace gratitude, and reflect God’s goodness, even when life feels heavy.

The mountaintops get the attention. The breakthroughs make the headlines. But most of life happens in the middle. Between the highs and the answers, there's a long stretch of ordinary days where we’re simply walking, trusting, and growing. And it’s there—in the middle part—where God often does His deepest work.

Some things weigh more than they look. You carry them well, but God knows what you’re holding inside. Psalm 68:19 reminds us that He daily bears our burdens not just the ones we speak, but the ones we keep quiet too. If you’re carrying more than you say out loud, this is for you.

The scale moved 0.2 pounds this morning. Not much, but a small win. With our youngest son’s wedding coming up, I’ve been thinking a lot about pictures, progress, and what really gets remembered. 1 Samuel 16:7 reminds us that while people see the outside, God sees the heart. And that’s where I want to grow most.

Not every fall is a failure. Sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is get back up. Proverbs 24:16 says the righteous may stumble, but they rise again. You’re not falling behind—you’re learning how to stand strong with God's help.

Easter Sunday reminded us that Jesus is alive and hope has the final word. But what now? This post is a quiet encouragement to live the new life He made possible—not just on Sunday, but every ordinary day after.

Good Friday doesn’t rush to the finish. It pauses. It remembers. And it invites us to stand still in the shadow of the cross—not with easy answers, but with awe. Jesus didn’t run from pain. He stayed. He loved. And in the silence of that dark day, Heaven was still working.

Before the Last Supper. Before the betrayal. Jesus picked up a towel. Maundy Thursday invites us to remember that love doesn’t always stand at a podium. Sometimes, it kneels to serve.

Holy Wednesday was silent, but Jesus was still faithful. Like Epaphras, who wrestled in prayer behind the scenes, this day reminds us that real ministry doesn’t always come with a spotlight—it often looks like quiet obedience and hidden intercession.

Holy Tuesday was full of tension, questions, and confrontation. But Jesus stayed grounded. He spoke truth with love—and didn’t flinch. That still speaks today.