We are called to be people of the Word, living out God’s teachings as Jesus did. Engaging with Scripture is essential for our spiritual growth and daily living.

What lessons can we learn from the story of Noah and the ark? Noah built the ark with specific instructions directly from the Lord. Directions that would make sure the ark was stable, buoyant, durable, and livable. Noah and his family were on this ark for almost a whole year! It was a safe shelter for them as they endured the largest natural disaster in history. What was it like coming off the ark for the first time? Do you feel like you are surviving on your own ark through a storm or flood?

Consistency sounds so easy, but burnout can sneak up and squash the hard work and dreams written in that cute new 2025 planner. So HOW do you make this next year not necessarily different but better? 

When we think of God's glory, we are reminded that it is not something that we can fully comprehend, yet it is something that surrounds us daily. From the beauty of a tree changing its fall colors, to the espance of the northern light, creation testifies to the magnificence of God’s handiwork. In every leaf falling and every star in the sky, God’s glory is on display.

Maybe it is one that you memorized or were taught when you were younger like I was. Until I actually lived through something that shook me, I understood the strength of those words. 

The damage was assessed, the “walls” was inspected, a plan was formed, and the others were rallied. With God strengthening our hands like those rebuilding literal walls, we reached out to everyone we could in a week’s time.

I’ve heard it said that “you shouldn’t compare your beginning to someone else’s middle” and “comparison is the thief of joy”. But what if my “middle” does not look like I thought it would at this point in my life? I feel behind when it comes to career successes.

I sat in a space where joy and sorrow were coexisting simultaneously. I was grieving what was, questioned what now, but was excited for what was to come.

As I began to reflect on my questions for the night, I was greeted with a not so fun question. “What is a situation in your life that you need to let go and give God control to work for your good?”