W.I.S.E. Bible Study

  In my Marion grotto, the honeysuckle and wisteria are in full bloom. The roses are fragrant and make you want to say: “O L ORD , our Lord, how awesome is your name through all the earth!” Psalm 8:10. Recognizing the hand of the Lord, or a kiss from heaven in our day, gives lift to our day. Today is a day of cleaning, organizing, and hopefully enjoying some downtime. However, I know it is important to let the Holy Spirit guide me.   Today, find ways to shout the Psalm. Lord, guide, bless, and walk with me today and always on the path…

 Each day is a good day to remember: “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds,” Hebrews 10:24. Let me encourage you to do good deeds today. Simple things. A quick note to someone, a smile, or just helping. We hear this message often. Do good to others. Yet how do we not just make this a message of the day, but a way of the heart, mind, and soul?  It isn’t by wearing “rose colored glasses” nor by using religion as a crutch, but by accepting the way of life of love and good deeds no matter the difficulties. My mother-in-law was always making something. Lap quilts, doll clothes, mittens, etc. They were always to give; that is, to help someone else out. She had a heart of gold. Sometimes the act of love, good deeds, comes in just being who God created us to be. Like my mother-in-law, we give witness to others on the path…

“Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear; then your righteousness will go before you, and the glory of the Lord will be your rear guard.” Isaiah 58:8 There are days when a person waits for the light to shine. Sometimes on the path presents difficulties and it is helpful to remember that righteousness will go before you, and the glory of God has your back. We said good-bye to “Big Blue” our RV to welcome our newer RV to the family. We brought it home during the storms, which was my autistic granddaughter birthday. She had the honors of naming the rig. “Big Star.” It is a Bay Star and silver with darker gray design so I all makes sense. I pray that the many hours spent will bring about writing, and family fun with many memories. I picked today’s verse because knowing that the light will shine through anything is important. Sometimes events, people, situations feel overwhelming, but know that “the Lord will be your rear guard,” or have your bac...

 Have you ever thought that you were created for good works? Philippians 1:6 states: “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” God is not finished with us, and if we are open to it will continue to help us to carry out the good works God has begun in us. How can God do this? We need our free will to open ourselves to God’s vision of us. Prayer: Lord, thank you for all you have done for me. Help me to overcome any obstacles, darkness, or stubbornness that is in the way of my seeing your vision of my life’s journey. In Jesus’ name Amen. Today, renew your commitment to Christ; our salvation is our participation in creating heaven on earth. Find your way by entering into confidence of God’s commitment to you on the path….

 Storms are plaguing these early days of summer. Summer in Wisconsin means there will be good days and stormy days. Sounds a lot like life. It is a good day to remember Joshua 1:9: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Last night we visited with someone who used to have a common career. That person left that career and has carved out a wonderful life. Change takes one to be strong and courageous. This person made the change, and what a difference and testament to all of us. A great day to remember that when we don’t get discouraged and are courageous, taking that leap of faith, great things can happen! Think about today: what change you need to make, and remember God is walking with you; the Holy Spirit will provide the strength and courage to guide you to new beginnings on the path…

“Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your path.” Psalm 25:4. Close your eyes and breathe in, hold it, breathe out, repeat three times. Now breathe in saying “show me your ways,” hold it: Lord; breath out “teach me your path.” Your mantra during the day. Take moments to pause and repeat the mantra. It is important to pause, as I have said before. Adding a mantra to help focus your mind, body, and spirit will help focus your attitude, attention, and physical being. God is calling you. Will you answer the call through mantra practices on the path…