“Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come, the sound of turtle doves is heard in your land.” Song of Solomon 2:12 This scripture has such a special meaning to me. Several years back, when I was going though a difficult time, the Lord gave me this scripture to hold onto inContinue reading “The Sound of Turtle Doves”
Category Archives: Encouragements
Remain in Him
There are seasons to flourish and bloom, seasons to trim and prune and seasons to replant and wait. But rest assured, friend…there is always growth and new life if we remain in Jesus. I have heard it said, “New life starts in the dark. Whether it’s a seed in the ground, a baby in theContinue reading “Remain in Him”
Spirit of Contentment
Just recently I found myself in a season of feeling a bit frustrated with the seemingly mundane routines of life. I normally thrive on routine, as it is comforting and predictable. But lately I have been waking up each new day feeling this mild undercurrent of anxiousness, stress and even irritability. Before my feet evenContinue reading “Spirit of Contentment”
Your Life is a Fragrance
Have you ever been suddenly overwhelmed by a delightful scent that pulls you toward its inviting direction? A fragrance so captivating that you stop what you are doing to deeply breathe it in? I am so thankful for the sense of smell. There are countless scents that bring me joy. I love sweet, clean smellingContinue reading “Your Life is a Fragrance”
He is Risen!
As Easter Sunday, and the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ draws near, it has me pondering the greatest sacrifice ever made. I find myself gripped with gratitude as the song “When I Think About The Lord” pours out from my spirit and glides upward into heaven. My worship of the King of GloryContinue reading “He is Risen!”
The Gift of Encouragement
En·cour·age·ment Noun The action of giving someone support, confidence, or hope. “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up…” 1 Thessalonians 5:11 We all need encouragement and thankfully, the gift of encouragement is fairly easy to offer. It is not complex. Giving encouragement is simply speaking hope into the heart of a person, whichContinue reading “The Gift of Encouragement”
Oh, How I Love Jesus
When I think about my dad, Mike Sumstine, a few things come immediately to mind. I think about the “good old days” and how he always had a thermos full of hot coffee in his hand as he would head out the door in the morning. I think of how he seemed to have aContinue reading “Oh, How I Love Jesus”
Love Like Jesus
Happy February, friends! It is the beautiful month of love. When you think of love what comes to mind? Romance? Passion? Kindness? Sacrifice? Purity? Happiness? Despair? Hope? Hopelessness? As we all know, Valentine’s Day and the subject of love can bring about a vast array of thoughts and feelings – leaving each individual recalling hisContinue reading “Love Like Jesus”
The God Who Sees
Today I was going about my daily tasks around the house and feeling a bit down. Life has felt a few pounds heavier these past couple of months and I have been struggling to find my footing amidst new routines and responsibilities. That, in addition to the start of a new year, a mid-life birthdayContinue reading “The God Who Sees”
Welcome 2022 – Hope for The New Year
Once again, I sit in the still silence of the morning, cozily clutching my warm coffee mug as the sun peeks its way over the horizon and peers into the windows of my quiet little home. The light slowly spills onto the floorboards, making each moment brighter than the one before; each winter sun rayContinue reading “Welcome 2022 – Hope for The New Year”
For His Glory, By His Grace 