Day 8: Stepping into Newness God’s always moving forward. Isaiah 43:18-19 (ESV) says, “Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth…” Clinging to the past blocks His work in us. I’ve held onto old habits—screen time, excuses—but letting go opened doors, like pursuing that 5K. What “former things” weigh you down? FaithContinue reading “Stacking Stones Devotional”
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Stacking Stones Devotional
Day 9: Rise and Act Stuck where you don’t want to be? Remember the old TV days—get up and change the channel. James 2:17 (ESV) warns, “Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.” Action fuels change. I’ve sat idle, frustrated—post-college, aimless—until Coach’s nudge hit: “Why don’t you do something with yourContinue reading “Stacking Stones Devotional”
Words That Change You
Share a story about someone who had a positive impact on your life. It was a hot July day in 1981 as I stood in the doorway watching the Tiger basketball camp in the Griswold, IA gym. I had gone to talk to my girlfriend, now my wife of 37+ years, as she worked atContinue reading “Words That Change You”
Stacking Stones Devotional
Day 7: Mastering the Art of Change Change isn’t easy—it’s a skill honed by effort, commitment, and strength. Romans 12:2 (ESV) urges, “…be transformed by the renewal of your mind…” Without it, we stagnate, missing who we could become. I’ve had to learn this—pushing past comfort to grow. It’s work, but God equips us. EveryContinue reading “Stacking Stones Devotional”
Stacking Stones Devotional
Day 6: Standing on the Unshaken Life’s a whirlwind—jobs shift, plans crumble—but Jesus? He’s solid. Hebrews 13:8 (ESV) declares, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” He’s my rock when waves crash—unshaken, faithful. I’ve faced chaos—losing Mom in 2004, career pivots—and He’s never budged. When work spirals or fear creeps, I recallContinue reading “Stacking Stones Devotional”
