Have you ever asked, “Where are you, God?” PSALM 10. David asks God, “Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble?” He complained directly to God, describing how perplexed he was that the wicked, in their arrogance, were getting away oppressing the poor, crushing the helpless, murdering the innocent, cursing, scheming, boasting their desires,…
DetailsWhat’s your default mindset when walking through difficulty? PSALM 9. This psalm, written by David who endured suffering and fearful situations more intense than we may ever experience, shows his resolute mindset in the opening words, “I WILL GIVE THANKS to the Lord with my WHOLE heart. I WILL RECOUNT all of your marvelous…
DetailsEver sat still amidst God’s creation? Psalm 8. This psalm is sometimes called “The Song of the Astronomer” as the writer David observes the beauty of the night sky and delights in the majesty and wisdom of the great Creator. When I remember difficult times, ones where my consumed mind seemed unable to think beyond…
DetailsHave you been wrongfully slandered or unfairly criticized? PSALM 7. We’ve all experienced the hurt from unfair criticism and attacks on our reputation. Slander leaves a mark even when disproven. Stabbing a person’s reputation with untrue, venomous words is hateful. The psalmist David, a shepherd, paints an incredible picture of a fierce lion pouncing on…
DetailsWhen your soul is weary from the weight of sin. PSALM 6. We’ve all been there… we’ve made decisions based on lust, selfishness, or out of an angry, jealous, revengeful heart that have brought results that deeply trouble our soul. Our guilt is great; we are consumed in our thoughts with our self, weary from…
DetailsAre you desperate for God’s ear? PSALM 5 shows us that David desperately pleaded for God’s strength, power, and wisdom through both audible prayer and in the unspoken longings of his heart through silent meditation. “Consider my groaning; Give attention to the sound of my cry.” He fervently asked God to help him sort through…
DetailsWhere can our anxious hearts truly find rest? PSALM 4 is so beautiful, demonstrating how DISTRESS can be replaced with rest, joy, peace, relief, and how ANGER and a desire to retaliate can be replaced with self control and a quiet spirit. Our human emotions can turn around. The pattern seen in Psalms is to…
DetailsWe have an exciting announcement to share with you: Daniel is in remission! So how did we get here? With six months of chemo complete and two weeks of recuperation under his belt, the next step for #danielkickscancer was something most have never heard of: Proton Radiation Therapy. When Daniel was first diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma, we…
DetailsIn his final chemo, friends were asked to be groomsmen. But wait, there’s more. I’m sharing a thankfulness list, lessons gleaned, a sneak peek of how we chose to celebrate the conclusion of his six-month chemotherapy infusion treatment plan, and what’s next in this #danielkickscancer journey. THANKFUL FOR COMPANY DURING CHEMO: In Daniel’s own words from a Facebook post, he…
DetailsHe wouldn’t have chosen this journey of cancer, but he’s thankful for it. My 22 year-old son shares his thoughts in the #danielkickscancer journey, after completing six months of chemo and beginning 20 rounds of proton therapy. Thank you for praying for him. I present to you, his Facebook post, some photos, a thought-provoking question, and a great video…
DetailsNURSE APPRECIATION WEEK was during Daniel’s Eleventh Chemo. We wanted to honor the chemo infusion nurses and staff who have cared so well for Daniel during these past six months of his battle with cancer. Here’s how we did it. Thanks to all who helped in loving them well. MY PRAYER: From the very beginning…
DetailsJoin us in the journey of #danielkickscancer… Today I’m sharing what chemo is like, how he’s doing, how to cultivating deeper friendships, and thoughts on honoring others. I ain’t gonna lie. We’re getting mighty tired of all this. Just one more chemo after today… and then a few weeks break before beginning proton therapy. It’s…
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