Week Ending Friday May 9, 2025
{quotes}
So often in life a new chapter awaits. You ride off into the sunset and discover it’s the sunrise.
Robert Brault
And yet, even in the hurry of it all, I’m reminded of God’s steady hand—how He makes everything beautiful in its time. The seeds sown long ago, the dreams entrusted to Him, are beginning to bear fruit.
Rachael Jones
I love the challenge of starting at zero every day and seeing how much I can accomplish.
Martha Stewart
Love is the master key that opens the gates of happiness.
Oliver Wendell Holmes
A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is still putting on its shoes.
Mark Twain
{prayers}
Warm Up
Dear God, I am just getting warmed up, and I’m ready to win. Bless me with speed and grace me with endurance. Thank You, God, for always running beside me.
Sun Rises
Dear God, as the sun rises and a new day begins, we humbly come to You in prayer. Fill these hearts with gratitude for the gift of life and the blessings that surround us. Grant us strength and wisdom to face the challenges ahead. Guide thoughts, words, and actions, that they may reflect Your love and bring hope to others. May your grace and peace be with us throughout this day.
All that is Green
I give thanks to God for all that is green, for all I have seen, and for that which is beautiful. Fresh air and sunshine invite pure thoughts. And good deeds come easily. For You, God, are here. Blessed is our Lord, who brings on the seasons; blessed is my life with purpose and reason.
Take My Hand
Dear God, You are everywhere. In the joy of living, in the despair of losing. Take my hand as I walk this rocky path. Lead me to stable ground, open pathways, and an easier way forward. Blessed are You, my guide and my protector.
Beauty and Wonders
Dear God, Thank You for the beauty all around me. I turn my eyes away from the ugly hatred and focus instead on the miracle of a bloom, affection to give and to get, and the simple pleasure of being able to witness Your wonders. Blessed are You who fills me with gratitude.
{bible}
The Lord is good to all, and His mercy is over all that He has made.
Psalm 145:9
God has made everything beautiful in its time. He placed eternity in the human heart, yet no one can understand all that God has done from beginning to end.
Ecclesiastes 3:11
You show me the path of life. In Your presence, there is fullness of joy.
Psalms 16:11
They say there was a special chord that David played, and it pleased the Lord. Hallelujah! Praise the Lord!
Psalm 150:6
He was looking forward to the city that has foundations, whose designer and builder is God.
Hebrews 11:10
{blessings}
Self-Respect
Don’t play the fool. May God bless you with self-respect and sound judgment to avoid compromising situations.
It’s Only Temporary
When you’re stuck, remember it’s only temporary. May your path be painless and may you land on your feet with grace.
Love Whispers
Little whispers of love give out big gusts of hope. Bless them with your love today.
Embrace Your Shadows
May God bless you to embrace the beauty of your shadows.
God’s Good Works
May you be a blessing today to someone who needs it. Extend yourself, and do God’s good works.
{features, stories, videos}
Affirmation: Aim Higher
Holy Humor: Church Service
Story: From the Back Seat
Music Video: Hallelujah! Pentatonix
Feature: Nunsense for the People