Amazing how two people can experience the same situation and come out with different perceptions of it. The leaders of Israel saw themselves as grasshoppers before the giants in the land. Caleb saw giants too, but he said they could do it- they could go in and take possession of the land God promised them. When you are faced with difficult situations, do you see yourself as a mere grasshopper or do you trust the One who has promised to be with you always?

Pruning is usually accompanied by pain. Whether you are pruning a plant or you are being pruned yourself, the process can be uncomfortable. Sometimes God begins to remove the lifeless things in our lives or prune even the good things so we can be healthier mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Today, pray and ask Holy Spirit to show you what you need to let go and be ready to obey when he speaks.

Just one random, negative thought can turn a good day bad very quickly if you don't learn to capture it, reject it and replace it with the truth of God's Word.

Running a race is like life: you find your lane and stay in it. It is not wise to look back and you should stay in the race and finish it. Keep your eyes on the prize so you can finish your race.

In a world that is filled with bad news, the Good News of the Gospel brings light into darkness. Listen and be blessed!

Just as the rain and snow come down and fulfil their God-ordained purpose to water the soil and cause the seed to grow, so is the Word of God which comes from the Father. It will come to pass. It will accomplish the purpose for which He sent it. Though it tarries, wait for it!

In PART ONE of my conversation with Mio Nunez, she shared how she experiences REST as total TRUST in God. Now watch PART TWO as Mio drops more nuggets of wisdom about how she has learned to value rest as part of a pursuit of wholeness.

Join me as Miosotys Nunez and I discuss how she juggles her life and responsibilities, and yet finds her REST in God.

Welcome to PART TWO of my Rest Stop Conversation with Phylis Mack. In PART ONE, we talked about her book and play, Tyra, and what she learned about Waiting and Rest in the conception and writing of it. Now, let's learn more about the impact of hearing God on how she rests spiritually and physically.

Join me in conversation with Phylis Mack as we discuss REST as a spiritual, emotional and physical practice. This video is PART ONE of a two-part conversation series. Phylis is a playwright, director, producer, and author. and was nominated for upcoming playwright of the year 2020 9thAnnual Official Playwright Awards, New Orleans, La., by Diamondnique Productions Inc. She is the author of the book “Tyra, it’s not my story to keep,” and playwright of two faith based stage plays, “Tyra, everyone has a story” produced in 2017 and “Bought” produced in 2020, both hitting the stage before sold out crowds. Her book, Tyra, can be found on amazon.com

My Devotional - Times of Refreshing: Spiritual Rest Stops Along Life's Journey is Here! It is a compilation of refreshing reminders to stop and rest in God’s Word throughout our day. Each piece, titled as a rest stop or quick stop, invites you to pause, as you would for respite on a long journey. Get your copy on amazon.com - Available in paperback and Kindle

Welcome to Part Two of my Rest Stop Conversation with Hasina Nelson. In Part One Hasina reminds us that one of the keys to finding REST is to understand that each one of us is graced to do what we do. We should take our eyes off what others are doing and stay in our own lane.