Daily Devotional for November 20, 2020 – It’s a “God thing”…finding His strength and peace in all things

Isaiah 12:2
See, God has come to save me! I will trust and not be afraid, for the Lord is my strength and song; he is my salvation.

The Living Bible copyright © 1971 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

A few days ago, a friend called to express her condolences for the recent death of my sister. In the course of our visit, she reminded me about another situation in which she has a lot of experience. She has told me before, “If you ever need help with XYZ, call me first!” Yesterday, another friend was talking to me in frustration about this very situation, and I said to him, “Call So-and-so…she will help you.” He did, and a solution is in the works! I realized that God put this together. I had not spoken to this “expert” friend in more than a year. That she would mention this particular situation and jog my memory was no accident.

Here’s another example. I inherited my mother’s electric piano keyboard. This is a nice keyboard, but I don’t need it. I sold my own keyboard last year! I checked with my niece and my cousins – did they want it for their children? Not a single one of them was interested. I was visiting last night with another cousin, and I mentioned that my mother had left me this keyboard, and I would be selling it. She perked up and asked, “Keyboard? You have a keyboard you don’t want?” Yes…I surely did…did SHE want it? She enthusiastically replied, “Oh YES!” The keyboard went home with her…and we were both thrilled!

Again, this was totally God’s “rescue” that I happened to mention this keyboard. It never would have occurred to me that this particular cousin would be interested in it. She said she plans to use the piano to rehearse her choir music at home on Sunday mornings – and to play and sing with her grandchildren. God knew that!

I share these two examples to tell you that God knows what we need…even something like the mention of a valuable resource – or the re-homing of an electric keyboard. When we call on Him in every circumstance – and trust Him to answer – there is no need for fear or anxiety. God will give us strength. He will fill our hearts with song. Our job is to surrender to Him and show humble faithfulness and obedience.

I am experiencing a time when I needed to be reminded of God’s intricate care and attention to detail – and how important it is for me to surrender to Him and allow His Holy Spirit to fill me with peace and calm. Perhaps you are at a similar point. This is the day to “let go and let God”…and drink in His goodness and power. “The Lord is my strength and song; He is my salvation.” Hallelujah, and Amen!

©2020 Debbie Robus

Daily Devotional for November 19, 2020 – Bitter – or better…are you operating in the peace of Jesus?

Hebrews 12:14-15
Try to stay out of all quarrels, and seek to live a clean and holy life, for one who is not holy will not see the Lord. Look after each other so that not one of you will fail to find God’s best blessings. Watch out that no bitterness takes root among you, for as it springs up it causes deep trouble, hurting many in their spiritual lives.

The Living Bible copyright © 1971 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

I have to admit…a lot of words and actions in recent months have caused me to experience emotions and attitudes I never wanted to feel. I have been challenged not to have animosity and disgust for those who refuse to wear a mask…say disparaging and downright racist things about people of color, those whose sexual orientation is different, the poor, immigrants…and those who appear to condone lies, cheating and inappropriate behavior. At the same time, I know that I am not a perfect person by any means – and I am sure I have plenty of words and actions that ruffle the feathers of others. I am a work in progress…but I am asking God to help me improve.

Let’s be honest…sometimes it’s easy to be bitter. We can be bitter that this virus has robbed us of so much – and so many. We can be bitter because the outcomes of the election were not what we hoped. We can be bitter that our friends and loved ones don’t always behave as we wish. We can even be bitter that climate change has “robbed” us of pretty winter snows and a true “four-season” year – or brought weather changes to our part of the world that make life incredibly difficult at times. There are all sorts of things that can cause bitterness to take root among us, if we’ll let it.

If we are not careful, our bitterness can expand to include people and situations that really had little or nothing to do with the original source of our frustration. So you may find yourself frustrated with the teacher who is struggling to answer your e-mail or respond to your questions as quickly as you hoped, when the real problem is that teachers have been placed in these situations in the first place. Or you may be mad that you cannot visit your loved ones in person at the nursing home, when you really are more worried that they will contract this virus and die alone.

God wants us to be better – not bitter. I’ve noticed that area businesses have reached out to teachers to provide them cold drinks and meals as a way of saying, “We see you…we support you.” The elementary PTSO at our school is asking for donations of headphones and computer “mice” for the students, to aid with their virtual learning, should we have to pivot to this form of instruction on a widespread basis. Individuals can send notes of encouragement or ask a teacher, “What do you need?” and then do what you can to provide this assistance.

Nursing homes and other institutions are beginning to come up with creative ways to connect residents and family members, and maybe you have an idea or two that might help in this venue or another. While we cannot physically force others to wear a mask and stay socially distanced and/or at home, we can demonstrate these things in our own daily living. We can keep a clean, spare mask in our pocket or purse and offer it to someone who is not wearing one. When someone speaks disparagingly of another, we can kindly let them know that we do not approve of this talk…and we do not feel the same way – then change the subject.

Finally, we can ask God to help us love those with whom we disagree…to be kind and polite at all times…to respond to ugliness, hatred or unkindness with the love of Christ Jesus – and let HIM do the “talking” and correcting. It takes a huge amount of energy to be angry and bitter. Wouldn’t you rather spend this momentum on things that glorify God and bring you joy in the process? Make this the day you vow to be better, not bitter…and to operate in God’s peace toward all people. And please, PLEASE, wear a mask and stay socially distanced. If you won’t do it for others, do it for yourself. The life you save might be your own!

©2020 Debbie Robus

Daily Devotional for November 18, 2020 – Picking from God’s “orchard” of bountiful fruits…and living in the unforced rhythms of His peace

Galatians 5:22-23
But what happens when we live God’s way? He brings gifts into our lives, much the same way that fruit appears in an orchard—things like affection for others, exuberance about life, serenity. We develop a willingness to stick with things, a sense of compassion in the heart, and a conviction that a basic holiness permeates things and people. We find ourselves involved in loyal commitments, not needing to force our way in life, able to marshal and direct our energies wisely.

Scripture quotations from The Message. © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002 by Eugene Peterson. Used by permission of NavPress, Colorado Springs, CO. All rights reserved.

The events of this last year have left me particularly bewildered about many things. I have questions…lots of them! At the same time, I feel God’s presence and see Him at work in countless circumstances. I sense His nearness – and I feel His answers to my prayers. I truly wonder how anyone survives without God and the peace that living His way can bring. I know I don’t always get this right…but God blesses my efforts, and for this, I am truly grateful.

These “gifts” explained in Galatians 5:22-23 are often called “the fruits of the Spirit”, because they are available “for the picking” to all who call on God and follow His will and way. I like how The Message interprets these in such easy-to-understand terms. Other translations list them as: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Regardless of how they are named, the characterization is the same…these are blessings from God that allow us to go about our daily living with love, grace, mercy and peace. I have seen this described elsewhere as operating in an “unforced rhythm” and energy. I like that image!

In this time of turmoil and trouble, I pray you are trusting God and seeking His will and way for your life. I pray that you are picking daily from the trees in His “orchard”…and enjoying the bountiful fruit of His blessings and peace. The road may be a little rocky from time to time. But stick with God and embrace His rhythm and power. He will guide you and give you strength and peace in all things…and His Kingdom will be forever glorified. Hallelujah, and Amen!

©2020 Debbie Robus

Daily Devotional for November 17, 2020 – Living in peace as God’s chosen people…are your words and actions worthy?

Ephesians 4:1-3
As a prisoner of the Lord, I beg you to live in a way that is worthy of the people God has chosen to be his own. Always be humble and gentle. Patiently put up with each other and love each other. Try your best to let God’s Spirit keep your hearts united. Do this by living at peace.

Scripture taken from the Contemporary English Version © 1991,1992, 1995 by American Bible Society, Used by Permission.

Recently on the U.S. Senate floor, Senator Sherrod Brown (who was wearing a mask) politely asked the presiding Senator, Dan Sullivan, to wear a mask when speaking. Sullivan, who was holding a mask, replied curtly, “I don’t need your instruction when I am speaking.” Brown answered, “I know you don’t need my instruction, but there clearly isn’t much interest in this body in public health.” I share this not to make a political judgment, but to illustrate a point and suggest that perhaps there are some in our governing body who need to read this scripture passage again!

I will admit…for some time now, I have been feeling far less than patient, loving and gentle toward many people. I have been downright angered by the photos of those who choose to forego social distancing and masks in favor of their own satisfaction and/or social gratification. I have bristled at the disparaging comments about people of color and those whose sexual orientation is different from their own. Like may of us, I have been ready to scream over the images of children in cages – and comments and actions that indicate that the personal interests and profits of more than a few matter more than human decency.

Worse yet, these words and actions often come from people who claim to know and love God…to be one of His “people”. And this is the point of my message today. The most profound sentence in these verses is this…“Live in a way that is worthy of the people God has chosen to be his own.” If you claim to be one of God’s chosen people, you have no excuse. This is not about personal freedom of expression or our own “rights”. This is MUCH bigger.

We are part of the body of the Most High God. Whatever He calls us to is never too difficult – or even unfair. If God commands us to live in peace, love, patience, mercy and humility, there should be no question about how we speak and act. When God shows us what to do to care for the others in His body, this is a no-brainer. You might wish to tell me that I need to be more patient with those who are not wearing masks – and those whose opinions differ from my own. To this, I humbly ask, “Are these words and actions worthy of someone who God chose to be His own?”

I try to be patient, kind and loving to others, as I believe God commands. I also believe He calls on us to stand up for the principles of love, patience, grace, mercy, inclusion, and humble fairness for all. When someone’s words or actions dare to endanger the lives and well-being of others, I believe God expects us to boldly speak out about this. When we see people hurting and suffering because of selfish actions on the part of others, God expects us to do what we can to correct this – with humility and gentleness. Here’s an example…I just heard someone declare publicly, “Nobody’s telling you that you can’t have turkey for Thanksgiving. Eat up! Just don’t share your meal with a dozen or more family members and friends who don’t live in your house!” In this statement, she admonished those who are thinking about a large gathering to reconsider…but she did it with humility and grace.

Examine your heart – and your words and actions. Ask yourself how your behavior represents our God, who chose you. Live, speak and act in a way that glorifies your incredible place as a redeemed child of the Most High God. Find peace in knowing that you are serving and representing Him with honor and glory – in all things great and small. Be blessed to be a blessing…and always give God the credit and the praise. And please…wear a mask!

©2020 Debbie Robus

Daily Devotional for November 16, 2020 – Living in the peace of Jesus – and sharing His holiness

Colossians 3:15-17
Each one of you is part of the body of Christ, and you were chosen to live together in peace. So let the peace that comes from Christ control your thoughts. And be grateful. Let the message about Christ completely fill your lives, while you use all your wisdom to teach and instruct each other. With thankful hearts, sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God. Whatever you say or do should be done in the name of the Lord Jesus, as you give thanks to God the Father because of him.

Scripture taken from the Contemporary English Version © 1991,1992, 1995 by American Bible Society, Used by Permission.

My childhood friend, John Birdsong shared a link to a hymn that he and his wife, Belinda, recorded and posted on YouTube*. John owns an organ service company – and he is also the Music Director/Organist for Traditional Worship at First Christian Church of Sherwood, Arkansas. The couple presented “Holy, Holy, Holy” for our listening pleasure and inspiration, and both were accomplished in my heart and mind. I thought about what moved me so by this presentation. Yes, I loved hearing the rich voices of my friends – and watching John’s hands and feet move across the organ keyboards and foot pedals. Yes, this is a beloved hymn that I have sung all my life. But there was much more in this delivery.

The words of this hymn reminded me of the sanctity and supremacy of God Almighty – and also flooded my soul with peace and comfort. I searched for information on the hymn and learned that it was written in 1783 by Reginald Heber. I marveled that the words penned so long ago have such meaning and truth for us 237 years later!

The lines of one verse in particular resonated with me in this season of my life, as Heber writes of cherubim and seraphim falling down before God. I have thought a lot about Heaven this last few days – and pictured my loved ones there among the angels. To think of the “saints” and cherubs bowing in awe of God’s glory and power filled me with peace, hope and promise. This amazing honor and blessing awaits all who put our faith in God and aim to serve Jesus every day with gratitude and the wisdom and guidance of the Holy Spirit. My heart is full as I picture myself in that great gathering someday, as well.

As you go about your day, focus on Jesus. Mentally stand before Him and proclaim, “Holy, Holy, Holy…only You are holy. There is none beside Thee.” Strive to live and serve to the glory of Jesus Christ, so that you can truly declare His mercy and might over your own life – and demonstrate this to others. Holy, holy, holy – He is merciful and mighty…perfect in power, love and purity. Hallelujah…let us give Him all glory and praise!

©2020 Debbie Robus

* “Holy, Holy, Holy” – https://youtu.be/wFKpTYyGo4M

Holy, Holy, Holy

c.1783 – Reginald Heber – Public Domain

    Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty!
    Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee;
    Holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty!
    God in three Persons, blessed Trinity!

    Holy, holy, holy! All the saints adore Thee,
    Casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea;
    Cherubim and seraphim falling down before Thee,
    Who was, and is, and evermore shall be.

    Holy, holy, holy! Though the darkness hide Thee,
    Though the eye of sinful man Thy glory may not see;
    Only Thou art holy; there is none beside Thee,
    Perfect in pow’r, in love, and purity.

    Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty!
    All Thy works shall praise Thy Name, in earth, and sky, and sea;
    Holy, holy, holy; merciful and mighty!
    God in three Persons, blessed Trinity!

Daily Devotional for November 15, 2020 – Who are you wearing?

Colossians 3:9-14
Don’t lie to one another. You’re done with that old life. It’s like a filthy set of ill-fitting clothes you’ve stripped off and put in the fire. Now you’re dressed in a new wardrobe. Every item of your new way of life is custom-made by the Creator, with his label on it. All the old fashions are now obsolete. Words like Jewish and non-Jewish, religious and irreligious, insider and outsider, uncivilized and uncouth, slave and free, mean nothing. From now on everyone is defined by Christ, everyone is included in Christ.

So, chosen by God for this new life of love, dress in the wardrobe God picked out for you: compassion, kindness, humility, quiet strength, discipline. Be even-tempered, content with second place, quick to forgive an offense. Forgive as quickly and completely as the Master for gave you. And regardless of what else you put on, wear love. It’s your basic, all-purpose garment. Never be without it.

Scripture quotations from The Message. © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002 by Eugene Peterson. Used by permission of NavPress, Colorado Springs, CO. All rights reserved.

This week, Greg and I cleaned out a cedar chest at my parents’ house and brought home my wedding dress, my mother’s wedding dress, and other “treasures” and mementos that my mother had saved over the years. I pretty well knew what was in this chest, but there were a few unexpected finds, including dresses that my mother made for my sister, Suzanne, and me when we were in our pre-teen and teen years.

I remember wearing these dresses. Several, like my wedding dress, were meticulously created…with extra care and attention paid to every tiny detail. There were trims and additional embellishments on my wedding dress that only I, my mother, and the newspaper editor who poured over my gown to describe it in a write-up ever truly noticed. There was a dress worn as a candlelighter in my cousin’s wedding that featured a “smocked” bodice and sleeves. I remember my mother sitting on the local beach while we participated in swim lessons – and she pulled the gathers to create this smocking on dresses for my sister and me.

In recent years, I spent countless hours pouring over little details on dresses for our nieces, nephews, cousins and other young friends. Every piece was custom made…and yes, I literally put a label on them that said “Aunt Debbie Made It!”, just for fun. But I am here to tell you that not a single one of these garments compares to the wardrobe designed and created by our Heavenly Creator. Every single one of us is offered “Christian Couture!” We don’t have to be of a certain gender, race, ethnic background, social status, sexual orientation, education level – or particular religious denomination – to wear the designer garments of God Almighty! Whether we see it or not, our “spiritual garments” say, “God Made This!”

The question becomes…are you living up to the garment? Are you wearing God’s wardrobe of honesty, compassion, kindness, humility, quiet strength, discipline, even-temperedness, humility and forgiveness? Or do you toss them aside in favor of the devil’s old tattered rags of selfishness, bigotry, discrimination, and hatred? It seems like everybody has that one piece of clothing in the closet or drawer that we can’t quite seem to part with…but in the case of these “garments”, it’s more than time we did!

It’s time to change our clothes, once and for all! It’s time to put on the custom-made wardrobe of God and be the hands and feet of Jesus. It’s time for others to know “Who” we are wearing by our daily words and actions. This is the day to start dressing exclusively in the custom-created “Christian Couture” designs of our Heavenly Father…to only be seen, heard and defined by the label of Jesus Christ…and to proudly serve as one of His “models” on this earth. This is the day to be sure that we always start every “outfit” with the love of Christ Jesus – and make this our all-purpose garment. To God be the glory, forever and ever. Amen!

©2020 Debbie Robus

Daily Devotional for November 14, 2020 – Learning to live for Heaven…what can you let go?

November 14 ~ Colossians 3:1-4
Since you became alive again, so to speak, when Christ arose from the dead, now set your sights on the rich treasures and joys of heaven where he sits beside God in the place of honor and power. Let heaven fill your thoughts; don’t spend your time worrying about things down here. You should have as little desire for this world as a dead person does. Your real life is in heaven with Christ and God. And when Christ who is our real life comes back again, you will shine with him and share in all his glories.

The Living Bible copyright © 1971 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

Ever since the release of the Disney movie, “Frozen”, a commonly recognized mantra has been, “Let it go!” In many ways, this is good advice for all of us. As I have contemplated the events of this past week following the death of my sister, I have once again been reminded where our real life lies. As I picture her in Heaven – whole and happy beyond what we can ever comprehend – I have once again considered just how temporary this earthly life is by comparison.

I am still sorting and sifting through “treasures” from my parents’ house – along with my own accumulation…and I have a renewed sense that for the most part, it’s just “stuff”. When a question arises or I am faced with a decision, I tell myself, “Don’t sweat this. It’s not a big deal in the scheme of things.” A dear friend told me that 90% of what she is tempted to worry about never happens, so she just doesn’t go there. That is sound advice for many of us! And truthfully, in many instances where I have simply “let it go”, God has more than worked out the details.

Make this a day when you contemplate what is really important. Breathe in deeply the promises of Jesus and the hope of Heaven…and exhale all worry about the “stuff” of this world – both physical and emotional. Give all your cares to God and ask Him to help you with them…then let Him. Don’t dwell on death and dying…but live for Heaven. In other words…make every minute count as you live, love and serve as Christ’s disciple. Ask yourself, “Is this really making a difference in the scheme of things, and am I glorifying God in this circumstance?” Adjust your thoughts, words and actions as needed to make every minute count. Prepare for Heaven by living for Jesus – here and now – and learning to know when it’s time to “let it go.”

©2020 Debbie Robus

Daily Devotional for November 13, 2020 – Here I am Lord…send me! Finding God’s peace in serving others

2 Timothy 1:7
For the Holy Spirit, God’s gift, does not want you to be afraid of people, but to be wise and strong, and to love them and enjoy being with them.

The Living Bible copyright © 1971 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

In the last few days, countless people have reached out to me to express their condolences for the death of my sister – via Facebook, texts, phone calls, and cards. I value each and every comment and acknowledgement. With the COVID-19 pandemic, one might think that expressing love and care to others would be difficult – or hampered. I am here to tell you that this is not the case. We just have to get creative and find new ways to be the hands and feet of Jesus. It’s easier than you think!

Do you really believe that the God of the Universe is anything less than capable of showing us how to continue to minister to others in a pandemic? He has granted us incredible technology – literally in the palms of our hands! We can call, text, FaceTime, ZOOM, e-mail, snail mail and more. Weather permitting, we can visit on driveways and front porches. We can make front step drop-offs. We can pray. Quite frankly, we are only limited by our own lack of imagination – and faith!

Ask God to show you how to share the love of Christ with others – even in a pandemic. He may direct you to pick up the phone – or comment to a social media post. God may lead you to order a package of diapers in your next grocery pickup to drop on the doorsteps of new parents or a foster family. He may tell you to send a “thinking of you” card to an elderly shut-in or a single person who is lonely. I promise, if you will call on God to show you how to minister, even in this daunting time, He will do it.

God does not want you to be afraid of people – or to miss an opportunity to share His love and the message of Salvation through Jesus Christ with a single one of them. Spend some time today in contemplative prayer, and ask God to show you where and how to serve. I leave you today with the words of Isaiah 6:8…

Then I heard the Lord asking, “Whom shall I send as a messenger to my people? Who will go?” I said, Lord, I’ll go! Send me.”

©2020 Debbie Robus

Daily Devotional for November 12, 2020 – Living in the peace of Jesus – no matter what happens

2 Thessalonians 3:16
May the Lord of peace himself give you his peace no matter what happens. The Lord be with you all.

The Living Bible copyright © 1971 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

I truly do not know how people handle “life” without the peace of Jesus Christ. I have talked about this with fellow believers several times. This peace makes the difference in every situation…but particularly when it comes to unexpected shocks or grief. You can almost see it in how people react to such events. This is the “secret ingredient” when a mother stands before a group of reporters after her son has been murdered and calls for the world to come together and get along. This is the peace that allows someone to say to doctors, “Take my loved one’s organs and save someone else.” This peace of Jesus is what sustains those with broken hearts and enables them to keep moving forward.

What this doesn’t mean is that hearts are not breaking…that there isn’t genuine, profound sadness…fear…frustration…or concern. When you see someone operating in incomprehensible peace, the temptation is to ask, “How can he/she?” There may even be an instinct to question whether this person is aloof or uncaring. Too many people do not fully understand or embrace the real peace of Jesus Christ. This doesn’t make them bad people…it just means that they may be missing out on a tremendous blessing.

I don’t know where you fall on this spectrum. This is not meant to question your faith in Jesus…or how you cope with “life”. I am just here to tell you that Jesus stands ready to offer you His abiding, unending peace in all situations…to sit with you in good times and bad…to walk with you through the shadows of death…to hold your hand and stroke your forehead when you are sick…and to wrap you in His arms when you are hurting or afraid. In the words of the Apostle Paul, I pray that the Lord of peace himself is filling your heart with His peace – no matter what happens. To God be the glory for His amazing gift to each of us. Hallelujah, and AMEN!

©2020 Debbie Robus

Daily Devotional for November 11, 2020 – Living in the love and peace of Christ Jesus…learn to set good intentions

2 Corinthians 13:11
I close my letter with these last words: Be happy. Grow in Christ. Pay attention to what I have said. Live in harmony and peace. And may the God of love and peace be with you.

The Living Bible copyright © 1971 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

One of the daily meditations I have been doing in the mornings calls for me to breathe deeply and set my intentions for the day.  What do I want to project to the world?

As I “exhale” all of the negativity and any unrest in my body, mind and soul, I focus on how I want others to see me – and Who I want them to see. What “energy” do I want to send forth to others?

In these verses of Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians, he outlines some excellent intentions…

• Be happy.
• Grow in Christ
• Listen to God’s word as presented in scripture.
• Live in harmony and peace.

I know this sounds too simplistic…but you and I tend to overcomplicate things – or to make them all about us and not about Jesus.  When we shift our focus and intentionally live in a way that projects to others the love, grace, mercy, forgiveness, kindness and inclusion of Jesus Christ, we are simultaneously filled with His love and peace.

I’ve been doing a lot of extra deep breathing in the last few days…inhaling the love and peace of Jesus, and exhaling all that weighs me down and tries to derail my joy and serenity. As I breathe deeply of Jesus, I am filled with His presence…touched by His gentleness and profound care…and soothed by His all-encompassing love and protection. I exhale and release my turmoil, grief, frustration, and anything negative that tries to disturb or destroy my connection to Christ. I make a determined declaration to share the joy and comfort of Jesus with all I meet…through words and actions – and even a kind smile.

It’s time to set your intentions. Be happy…grow in Christ…listen for His voice and directives…and live in His harmony and peace for all the days to come.

©2020 Debbie Robus