Early on, I learned my parents were not going to give me money to spend as I wished. I had to earn it by doing odd jobs. During the summertime, I worked with one of my father's construction crews, making two dollars an hour. If I worked an eight-hour day, I could make sixteen dollars before taxes. The other odd job I had was mowing lawns for two dollars a lawn. It didn't matter the size of the law...  Read More

I was suddenly awakened by the sound of glass shattering against the kitchen wall downstairs in my aunt's house. It was during one of my mother's annual summer trips to visit family. My mother's sister had not been lucky in love and had married a raging alcoholic. He came home after an all-night bender.I was 10 years old at the time. I jumped out of bed. My older cousin was already in the hallway,...  Read More

I have become aware over the past year of the amount of unstable weather that has come our way—thunderstorms and straight-line winds. Anything that is not anchored down gets blown away, including trees and sometimes even houses. While devastating, it still seems like small potatoes in my mind. Of course, I am speaking from the experience of sitting through a full-blown hurricane for 24 hours.I gre...  Read More

Pastor David's daughter helps clean out the house by throwing away expired food and organizing the garage, where they discovers a notebook belonging to his mother. The notebook contains poems, stories, and a favorite hymn that reveal his mother's deep but private faith in God. This discovery reminds him of his spiritual roots and the importance of faith. This song encourages readers to let go of unnecessary things and reconnect with what truly matters, especially their relationship with God.  Read More

Pastor Broyles compares getting lost on purpose while driving to the way he wandered through life, relying on himself instead of seeking guidance. He reflected on being baptized at age 9 but later drifted away from faith as he pursued worldly experiences. Eventually, he believes God led him back and reminded him that He had never lost sight. This devotion encourages you to trust that, even when you feel lost, God is always ready to guide you home.  Read More

This reflection recalls cherished childhood summers in Ohio, where the Pastor Dave enjoyed picking blackberries and fishing with his grandmother, creating memories that remain meaningful. His experience of fishing in leaky boats becomes a metaphor for life and faith, with Christ serving as the One who keeps him afloat and helps through life's challenges. Just as time spent fishing with grandma brought joy, he finds comfort and happiness in spending each day with Christ.  Read More

There are some things in life that I learn quicker than others. My high school Social Studies teacher taught me that keeping your word is a sign of integrity. It is one of the things that has stayed with me all my life. Mr. Bauers was his name. I don't remember too many names but his I carry with me. He was a Korean Vet, wounded in the legs and so he had to use metal braces to walk. He never spoke...  Read More

His reflection this week emphasizes the importance of helping others, even when doing so can involve personal risk or sacrifice. He shares a near-drowning experience while rescuing a struggling swimmer and compares it to Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice for humanity, encouraging readers to let God guide them in serving others and being a light in the world.  Read More

This reflection describes how fear of the unknown can lead people to make unfair judgments, illustrated by reactions to an LDS chaplain's leadership and misconceptions about AIDS. The author contrasts these fears with faith, emphasizing that trusting God and caring for others helps people overcome uncertainty. Ultimately, the message encourages readers to walk with Christ, support those in need, and trust that God will guide them through life's unknowns.  Read More

There are only two things that will make me get up in the middle of the night, barking dogs and someone saying to me, "You want to go fly fishing?". If a neighbor's barking dog wakes me up, I will get up and go to the neighbor's door and wake them up. Fly fishing is another story. My fishing equipment is at the ready, a moment's notice, I am in the car on my way.My very first assignment in the Air...  Read More

Matthew 1 is the genealogy of Christ. Real light reading, NOT, but it is there. We are have families for better for worse. What Jesus wants you to know. He has been there. One of my all time favorite books by Max Lucado is called, "Next Door Savior". Max Lucado writes, "Most families keep their family secrets a secret. Included in chapter 1 of Matthew are the bad apples of Jesus' family.A couple o...  Read More

I am so thankful for God’s Grace and Mercy. It is hard to find with everyday people, sometimes impossible. We all stand in the need of Grace that Christ offers us because He loves us. I am always in the need for Mercy because of stupid decisions that I wish I hadn’t made or the mistakes I constantly make.When I was a senior in high school my father got me an old beater of a car. A 1955 Pontiac Chi...  Read More