December sunset - photo by Jill Rushbrook We've heard the story long been toldOf Jesus’ miraculous birthWise men bringing gifts of goldAnd frankincense and myrrhBut how was Mary to understandthat things would turn out okOr have faith in God's ultimate planWhen challenges plagued the wayShe was with child, only just betrothedAnd others judged her cruellyJoseph… Continue reading Follow and Let It Unfold
Nativity scene ornament - photo by Jill Rushbrook The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel (which means “God with us”). Matthew 1:23 NIV The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. Psalms 145:18 NIV At Christmas,… Continue reading God Shows Up
Holly and berries in snow - photo by Jill Rushbrook For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 This time of year, all that you… Continue reading The True Hero of Christmas
Sunlight through pines - photo by Jill Rushbrook When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12 NIV Scared and worried Life is so hurriedIt's hard to find the lightNonstop daysWith… Continue reading Living by the Light
Mirrored pond - photo by Jill Rushbrook For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. [18] So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. 2 Corinthians… Continue reading Mindful of the Momentary
Frosty leaf in morning sun - photo by Jill Rushbrook The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Deuteronomy 31:8 NIV Change can be scary. Unwelcome even. We don't know what to expect. It is new… Continue reading Before and Beside
Corn field in fall - photo by Jill Rushbrook And the heavens proclaim his righteousness, for he is a God of justice. Psalms 50:6 NIV From heaven the Lord looks down and sees all mankind; from his dwelling place he watches all who live on earth— he who forms the hearts of all, who considers… Continue reading A Prayer and Plea
Fall sunset - photo by Jill Rushbrook Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil… Continue reading Anchored and Armored
Intricate spider web - photo by Jill Rushbrook I'm not a huge fan of Halloween. I love the fall season…the pumpkins, the bright oranges, yellows, and reds of the turning leaves, mums in deep maroon and purple asters, lighting pumpkin spice candles, and baking apple crisp. But Halloween with its frights and spooky sights really… Continue reading Face Fear with Faith
Wooly bear on a fall leaf - photo by Jill Rushbrook For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generationsPsalms 100:5 NIV When I was a kid, I loved finding wooly bears. They were a sign that winter was coming and were supposed to predict how long and… Continue reading Guided by Goodness
Everyday Elevation 