Sunlight through snowy trees - photo by Jill Rushbrook Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:7) I started going to a gym and working with a personal trainer. One exercise with a kettle bell makes me nervous because I use all my force to swing it forward into… Continue reading Throw it down!
Winter hills - photo by Jill Rushbrook “For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you” Isaiah 41:13 If you've ever held the hand of a toddler, you know that they are often squirmy, not cooperative, and very anxious… Continue reading Get a Grip! Grasping onto God
Rainbow in autumn - photo by Jill Rushbrook Isaiah 55:8-9 NIV “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts. I was feeling pretty sick, but… Continue reading Rainbow Revelations
Blanket of clouds - photo by Jill Rushbrook Jeremiah 33:6 NIV "Nevertheless, I will bring health and healing to it; I will heal my people and will let them enjoy abundant peace and security." After meeting with a student to talk about some late assignments, he said very sincerely, “Thank you for being so flexible… Continue reading Never forget the ‘nevertheless”
Pines in winter - photo by Jill Rushbrook Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of… Continue reading Strong All Along
Maine sea grass - photo by Jill Rushbrook This world will be a blink of an eye And if l don't forgive How unworthy am I Of the one who forgave my many sins And breathed life into me So I would glorify Him How cruel would it be to hold on to pain When… Continue reading Not for Nought
Path to beach in Maine - photo by Jill Rushbrook “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4: 6, 7 For… Continue reading Are you taking it all on or taking it all to Him?
Forest with ferns in Maine - photo by Jill Rushbrook "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.” Joshua 1:9 I was asked by my small group leader at church to step in and… Continue reading Confidence in Christ for Courage
Everyday Elevation 