Even in the Storm

by Kay Heitsch

"There is peace even in the storm." ~ Peace of Mind Quotes ~

One thing I have found from being in a personal relationship with the Lord is peace in the storm. When I start to become uneasy, I can repeat a few Bible verses and find peace of mind.

Today's Bible verse says, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." John 14:27 ESV

Our relationship with the Lord gives us peace that the world does not know. We don't have to let our hearts be troubled or afraid. We know our Lord is with us even in the storms of life.

There is peace even in the storm.

Forget Not

by Kay Heitsch

Never forget God's benefits. Remember how blessed you are. ~ Inspirational Quotes

I don't know about you, but sometimes I tend to forget what I should remember. Instead of focusing on the things we don't like, how much better it would be if we remembered God's benefits.

Our Bible verse says, "Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits." Psalm 103:2 ESV

This text is a great reminder not to forget all the benefits we have. We should bless the LORD every day.

Never forget God's benefits. Remember how blessed you are.

Lesson Learned

by Kay Heitsch

Life isn't meant to be easy it's meant to be lived. With every up and down, we can learn lessons that will help us to be stronger. ~ Quotes

We would all like an easy life. But that is not how life goes. We can learn lessons from what we go through, good and bad. I know I've said many times, "Well, I won't do that again! Lesson learned!"

Our Bible verse says, "Let the wise hear and increase in learning and the one who understands obtain guidance." Proverbs 1:5

If we are wise, we will learn from our ups and downs. Once we have understood we'll know better what to do the next time.

Life isn't meant to be easy it's meant to be lived. With every up and down, we can learn lessons that will help us to be stronger.

Special Christmas Memory

by Kay Heitsch

As we slowly drove down the street on that cold December evening we spotted the porch light. "This must be the house." I told our "Positive Teens In Action" group.

We pulled up in front of an older home with the porch light glowing. We gathered up our song books, walked up the steps, and knocked on the door. We heard a faint voice from inside say, “Come on in. The door is open." We opened the door.

There in a rocking chair sat an elderly woman with a big smile on her face. "I've been expecting you," she said weakly. Ruth was one of our Meals On Wheels stops I had arranged; along with the usual church members who enjoyed carolers.

We handed Ruth the basket of goodies the teens had assembled earlier that evening. Then I asked Ruth what carols she would like to hear. Ruth's face was beaming as she joined in singing each song.

As we hugged Ruth good-bye she said to me with tears glistening in her eyes, “The day you called I was still in bed. I had just finished praying. I asked God if it would be possible to have some Christmas Carolers come to my home and sing this year. Thank you for being the answer to my Christmas prayer."

Wow, what an awesome experience to have the opportunity to be the answer to someone's Christmas prayer.

Bible Text: When you pray, go to your room, close the door, and pray to your Father who is unseen. And your Father, who sees what you do in private, will reward you. Matthew 6:6

I Have So Much to Do

by Kay Heitsch

Sometimes you must stand still in order to get moving to where God wants you to go. ~ I Have So Much to Do Quotes ~

Many years ago, our family welcomed 11 foster children into our home. There was a time when we had 2 teenagers, 4 grade-schoolers, and one infant in our home. Needless to say, I was very busy, cooking, cleaning, doing a lot of laundries, etc., etc., etc. There was so much to do that I didn't know how I would get it all done.

It was during this time I read something that Martin Luther said, "I have so much to do I must spend the first 3 hours in prayer." Now I didn't spend 3 hours in prayer, but I did spend quiet, alone, time with the Lord!

Every morning when I got up before everyone else and spent quiet time with the LORD the day seemed to run smoothly. I was able to get more accomplished than I thought possible.

Our Bible verse says, "But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint." Isaiah 40:31

This Bible verse was true for me. When I spent time with the LORD, I renewed my strength. I was able to accomplish more than I thought possible.

Sometimes you must stand still in order to get moving to where God wants you to go.

Joy & Happiness

by Kay Heitsch

Many years ago, I started to give a small gift of homemade cookies and candy to our mail carrier and the men who picked up our trash at Christmastime.

One week before Christmas, I was at church when a lady walked up to me that I didn't know. I was surprised to find out that she was actually our mail carrier. She expressed to me how much she appreciated being remembered at Christmastime. I felt happy that I was able to give her some joy.

Today, I put some homemade candy and cookies out for the recycle and trash guys. When I heard the trucks coming down the street, I watched from our upstairs window while they got out of the trucks to pick up their treats. After putting the treats in their trucks, they brought our cans back up the driveway and honked the horn. I smiled and felt joy at their kindness. I knew they were happy with their Christmas treats.

Giving an unexpected gift to someone is a way to show God's love. When we show God's love, we find joy and happiness ourselves.

Under His Wings

by Kay Heitsch

You're safe not because of the absence of danger but because of the presence of God. ~ God's Protection Quotes ~

A couple of months before Todd died in a car accident, my Aunt Carmelita sent me a Christian cassette tape. I found it odd because I was not a Christian, nor did I like Christian music. However, since I loved Aunt Carmel, I thought I'd listen to it.

There was a song on this cassette tape that got my attention. It was called "Under His Wings". When I was asked if I wanted any music played at Todd's funeral, I chose this song and one other one.

Later I found a Bible verse that says, "He will cover you with His wings; you will be safe in His care; His faithfulness will protect and defend you." Psalm 91:4 GNT

When I saw today's quote and this Bible verse, I thought about this song, Under His Wings.

I cannot count the times I have run to God for His protection. I have felt His love, comfort, and presence surrounding me like wings each time I have.