Tag Archives: Faith Journey

Day 15: Growth in the Unease Change stings—like leaving warm blankets in Iowa’s winter chill.  But growth hides there. 2 Corinthians 12:9 (ESV) promises, “My grace is sufficient…” I’ve dreaded change—new jobs, goals like that 5K—yet they’ve stretched me. Embrace the unease; it’s God’s refining fire. What’s uncomfortable now? I’ve stayed cozy, avoiding risk—stagnation creptContinue reading “Stacking Stones Devotional”

Day 14: Virtues Without Age Age doesn’t limit virtue. 1 Timothy 4:12 (ESV) urges us to exemplify speech, conduct, love, faith, purity. In my 30s, I leaned on this—now in my 60s, I still do. Young or old, we learn from each other’s faith.  Pick one today—speak life, act justly, love well. I’ve seen kidsContinue reading “Stacking Stones Devotional”

Day 13: Love That Lasts Quotes inspire, but living kindly, compassionately, lovingly—that’s legacy. John 13:35 (ESV) says, “…if you have love for one another,” people will know you’re His.  I’ve seen words fade—actions stick.  A smile, a helping hand—those echo Christ.  What mark will you leave today? It’s not about being loud; it’s about beingContinue reading “Stacking Stones Devotional”

Day 12: Anchor in the Tempest Storms test faith.  The disciples panicked, yet Jesus calmed the waves (Matthew 8:26, ESV).  My mom faced her final storm in 2004—mysterious illness, coma, gone in weeks—whispering, “We’ll just have to trust Jesus.” She did—I can too.  He’s got this, even when I doubt.  Where’s your storm raging? Mom’sContinue reading “Stacking Stones Devotional”

Day 10: From Regret to Redemption James calls us to mourn wasted time (James 4:9, ESV), but turning back to God brings victory.  I’ve chased empty things—hours lost to distraction, days to apathy—yet redirecting to Him restored joy.  It’s not about guilt, but grace.  Reflect on what’s been fruitless—then pivot to His abundance (John 10:10). Continue reading “Stacking Stones Devotional”