Author Archives: Barbara

Today is the day the Lord has made… I will rejoice today because God knows everything. This is marvelous news when you think about it. I don’t have to waste my time trying to figure out why things happen. Sure, … Continue reading →

Today is the day the Lord has made… I will rejoice today because salvation is a gift from God that I do not have to earn. Many think they can earn salvation by being good. Truthfully, no one could ever … Continue reading →

Today is the day the Lord has made… I will rejoice today because it’s not my job to fix people or their situations. That’s God’s job, not mine. My job is to love them. I will admit that loving people … Continue reading →

This is the day the Lord has made… I will rejoice today because Jesus is the light of the world (John 8:12). He is also the light that shines in my darkness (John 1:5). I have nothing to fear because … Continue reading →

This is the day the Lord has made… I will rejoice today because God remains faithful even when I don’t (2 Timothy 2:13). God’s faithfulness to me does not depend on my obedience to Him. Does this give me a … Continue reading →

Today is the day the Lord has made… I will rejoice today because life is a banquet. In the book which was made into a stage play/movie/musical titled Auntie Mame, author Patrick Dennis wrote about how his flamboyant aunt knew … Continue reading →

This is the day the Lord has made… I will rejoice today because the life I lead is all about God, not about me. It’s about His glory, not mine. All creation was made by God and for God. Everything … Continue reading →

This is the day the Lord has made… I will rejoice today because God has His everlasting arms wrapped around me (Deuteronomy 33:27). God’s arms are strong and powerful enough to carry me through any hardship I face. God’s arms … Continue reading →

This is the day the Lord has made… A New Year has begun and Paul tells us it is time to forget what is behind (Philippians 3:13-14). The old things have passed away and God wants to do something new … Continue reading →

Short and sweet thought for the week… As we approach a new year, I have some advice. Look forward. The past is to learn from, not to live in. Many people want things to be the way they used to … Continue reading →