Author Archives: Toni

He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8   We’ve all done our share of blaming someone or something else for our poor choices and crazy decisions. Somehow we find … Continue reading »

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful. John 14:27 NASB   As a little girl watching the Miss America pageant, I remember the contestants and how they spoke of their desire … Continue reading »

  Dear friends, I was asked to write a short devotion for a Women’s ministry devotional book that will be given to those in attendance at our annual retreat. I thought it would be nice to share it with you also. I hope you enjoy it and more importantly, that it brings you closer to … Continue reading »

  Dearest Readers, This week will be a bit different from others as I am traveling and have not had time to focus on a proper devotional for you. I’ve heard from some that they have not been to my website and read any of the other pages. Soooo… This week’s post will be one of the pages called “Do you … Continue reading »

Behold, how good and how pleasant it for brothers to dwell together in unity! Psalm 133:1   Normally when I sit down at my computer to write, I have thoughts in mind, or at the very least an idea or two. Today, however, I was a bit stumped until I went to the mail box … Continue reading »

  And He has said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness.” Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me. 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NASB)   When a year comes to a close, many say, “I am … Continue reading »

“And all things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive.”     Matthew 21:22 NASB   Come January 1st, many will have a New Year resolution or two. We usually make New Year resolutions for things we need or want to fix in our lives. The most popular resolutions are weight loss, debt reduction, better organization, … Continue reading »

For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders; And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 NASB   Though I am very happily married now, for most of my adult life … Continue reading »

“Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” Matthew 11:29-30   Today’s post is in memory of Chenoa Marie Lucero and in honor of her mother, father, sister, … Continue reading »

For today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11 NASB   Ugh! It’s that time of year again… Oh no, I’m not ready for Christmas… I can’t believe it’s Christmas already… I’m still paying off credit cards from last Christmas… I just … Continue reading »