May 4, 2019

Facing Change

May Patterson (Alabama, USA)

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[The Lord] will be the sure foundation  for your times, a rich store of salvation  and wisdom and knowledge; the fear  of the Lord is the key to this treasure. - Isaiah 33:6 (NIV)

The day was hot, but inside my heart felt cold and fragile. Tears streaked down my face as my twin boys headed off to college. My day-to-day mothering came to a screeching halt that morning, leaving me to face an empty nest.
Later that week, a pair of doves built...

Today's Prayer

Dear Lord, help us to face each change with faith. Provide stability, wisdom, and strength so that we may adapt to new roles and seasons well. Amen.

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Isaiah 33:2-6

Thought for the Day

God will help me adapt to each new season of life.

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