March 5, 2017 - Son-shine

The sun is finally shining where I am, albeit only 18 degrees. I miss my warmer climate and will be happy when we return. Each of us throughout the world  experience different climates throughout our lives. Some days the path ahead is clear and welcoming. Others, we must buffer ourselves to the elements. In all moments, we must remember that the light of our savior is always shining. And, once the clouds roll away, we will be able to see where He was the buffer that placed His power before us. He is our strength. He is our shield. Let us rest in the light of His mercy.

The Lord GOD is my strength, And He has made my feet like hinds' feet, And makes me walk on my high places. – Habakkuk 3:19a

Thursday, June 6, 2013 - Diligence

Today is the last day of school for many students in our area. But to the teachers, faculty and staff this day is only a bridge for the future. They have been preparing for the first day of school in the upcoming Fall for many months. It is because of their passion and diligence that the families can relax in the summer and know that when they enter the doors again, they will be ready and able to learn and move forward to the next chapter of their lives. when our Lord Jesus ascended before His Apostles, He left them a promise that He was going before them to prepare a home in Heaven. As we embrace the teachings of Christ, we too must help others reach this goal. We must prepare the pathway for the next generation, looking to the future and learning from our past. As we climb the next rung in Discipleship, compassion, and perseverence, by placing our hope in Jesus, we can make the path for others a little easier and a whole lot stronger.

Now for this very reason also, applying all diligence, in your faith supply moral excellence, and in your moral excellence, knowledge. 2 Peter 1:5