When I find myself questioning what to do in a particular situation, I think about what Jesus would say.  Somehow everything seems much simpler when I try to see the situation from his perspective.  As I am contemplating a decision, I ask myself if Jesus would approve of how I am dealing with the situation.  It only takes a few seconds for me to determine if he would approve.  When I start negotiating with myself it is time to develop another plan! When things are difficult at home, I ask myself what Jesus would say about my parenting.  Am I…

For those who follow my journey, you know that I often write about love.  I am not speaking of romantic love, but rather having love for others.  A love for others despite any conflicting views or judgments.  I am always challenging myself to focus more on Jesus.  It is not an easy process for me, distractions are always interfering.  I center my thoughts on being grateful and turn to prayer.  In order to focus on love, I have to let go of frustrations, stress, worry, and anger and move toward forgiveness and compassion.  I am forever reminding myself to be…

When faith is first in your life, the unknown is far less scary.  As you give up control and rely on Jesus clues are given and signs appear that help you find your way and prepare you for what’s to come. I listen and am alert to different clues that arise.  There is a lot of noise that attempts to pull me off track, but when I am drawn to something, I do my best to follow the lead.  I remember having this unusual desire to go buy a book from a bookstore.  Bookstores are not something I frequent…

Each of us faces our own personal struggles.  Some of us may have similar issues, but we have our unique set of circumstances.  We really don’t know what other people are going through because we are not walking in their shoes.  Despite only knowing our personal issues, everyday struggles are real.  Some days the conflict seems to weigh us down.  We try to work through the obstacles, yet more issues arise.  It might seem like prayers are not answered or worse, not heard.  Jesus has a plan for each of us.  His plan may not work with our time…