Can you successfully calm your mind?

 The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid.  What can mere mortals do to me? Psalm 118:6   When you are afraid, your thoughts will determine how anxious you become and how long you take to calm down.  Your thoughts will either fuel negative emotions like fear and anger or they will soothe … Read more

How can you be a joyful giver when you are so hurt or angry?

the good samaritan

Let all you do, be done in love.   1 Corinthians 16:14 ESV   The story of the good Samaritan illustrates that sometimes it is the most unlikely person who steps up and does the right thing.  Those who were first to encounter the victim on the road had great status, acted righteous and did nothing. … Read more

What would your interaction be like if you could speak to the “King” in your coparent rather than the fool?

   ….is there no King in thee? Micah 4:9 CEV   As a parent, you certainly do not want to shame your child when you discipline then.   If you speak to the fool in your child, the fool will stand up.  If you speak to the King in your child, the King will stand up.  … Read more

Do you trust God to take care of you or do you fight to be in charge?

  Trust in God’s promises Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Proverb 3:5 The Lord has been charged with the care and keeping of you just as a shepherd is charged to care for his sheep. Sheep need guidance and protection.  No matter what may happen, … Read more