The Old Testament Version of Romans 8:28

by | Feb 1, 2024 | devotion

    Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me All the days of my life; And I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever. (Psalm 23:6 NKJV) If you come visit me, you’ll be greeted with a beautifully designed placard at the end of the driveway with one of my...

A Cup of Suffering for a Cup of Blessing

by | Jan 28, 2024 | devotion

    My cup runs over.  (Psalm 23:5c NKJV) Almost one year has passed since Covid attacked my body. It drained me of all strength and left me feeling like a limp dish cloth. I didn’t run much of a fever, and thankfully, I never struggled for breath like so...

From Annoyed to Anointed

by | Jan 25, 2024 | devotion

  You anoint my head with oil; (Psalm 23:5b NKJV) Has the itch of poison ivy drove you crazy? That’s how my eczema feels today. When the itch arises, I begin scratching and the rash accelerates. The world can be like an annoying itch that won’t subside. The...

No Mountain Without the Valley

by | Jan 18, 2024 | devotion

    You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; (Psalm 23:5a NKJV) After climbing Humpback Rock Mountain, I marked all unpaved trails off my bucket list. “Can we turn around and go back?” Timmy, my husband, reached his hand down for me to...

Understanding the Staff of the Good Shepherd

by | Jan 11, 2024 | devotion

  Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. (Psalm 23:4 NKJV) Has peace enveloped you as the Holy Spirit speaks? “This is the way; walk in it.” You’re about to...