by Elizabeth Mitchell | Nov 28, 2023 | Gratitude
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1) Father, I wake with the thought that you have not been asleep – you are not wearied by my concerns or the erupting wars around the world. You are a refuge from all the troubles that pile up... 
by Elizabeth Mitchell | Nov 21, 2023 | Gratitude
“But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: the steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” (Lamentations 3:21-23) I never saw the colon before! Positioned on the back end... 
by Elizabeth Mitchell | Nov 14, 2023 | Wisdom
“And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her and said to her, “Do not weep.” (Luke 7:13) Crowds cramp our style, forcing us into sardine-like cans where we feel squashed and a touch harassed at times. Noisy crowds swell and spill, overflowing the banks of our... 
by Elizabeth Mitchell | Nov 7, 2023 | Courage
“Restore us, O God; let your face shine, that we may be saved!” (Psalm 80:3) Show us your face Lord, as we fly across the world to stand before your children in another land, children whom you love dearly. Let your presence be reflected in us, your expression of love... 
by Elizabeth Mitchell | Oct 31, 2023 | Purpose
“For they preach but do not practice…they do all their deeds to be seen by others.” (Matthew 23:3,5) Jesus is not exactly overwhelmed by our positions in society or the power that we wield or the words that we pile up to pass along to others. They mean practically...