Reconciliation can be a scary proposition. When we think about what we did or what was done to us in the past — fear and a host of other emotions can raise their ugly head. But if we pray our way through, we will find God already there leading us through. Your encouragement today:  pray for God to make a way. God will! (Genesis 32:7-12)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Reconciliation is something we cannot run from; it will find us when we least expect it. When it comes our way, do not flee from it. Embrace it. It is critical to the next stage of our journey. Your encouragement today: prepare for reconciliation. It is what God wants for you and me. (Genesis 32:6)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Reconciliation is so necessary in a world thriving on brokenness. When brought to a situation where we need to reconcile, may we begin by first showing favor. Your encouragement today: showing favor opens doors!  (Genesis 32:3-5)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Along life’s journey, particularly during a stressful time, God is always sending angels to meet us and comfort us along the way. Messengers that let us know we are never alone as we move forward in promise. Your encouragement today:  look for the angels and greet them when they come. God is with you!  (Genesis 32:1-2)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

When God is brought into the middle of the tension as the focal point of peace, feuding parties will witness what God can do. Harm and hurt, division and dissension, retreat, and a healthy pathway forward emerges.  Your encouragement today:  bring God into the tension. God will move in us to work it out. (Genesis 31:43-55)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

At some point, trickery and deceit catch up with us.  And the truth about who people are gets exposed. When we do the right thing, however, ultimately we will be vindicated. Your encouragement today:  righteousness always prevails, even in the face of deceit. (Genesis 31:25-42)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

When we have the courage to move into the new thing God reveals, there will be forces that seek to bring us back to the old. But just be assured that the God who leads us out, is the God who will provide and protect. Your encouragement today: trust God and keep moving. (Genesis 31:22-24)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

When God makes it clear that it’s time to move on something, move. Do not procrastinate, do not hesitate. Move. Your encouragement today:  when God says it’s time to move, move boldly.  God is with you! (Genesis 31:14-21)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

With every new move God calls us to make, God lets us know that God is with us. Regardless of what’s happened or what went down, when we walk with God, God is always there.  Your encouragement today:  keep moving. God is with you! (Genesis 31:4-13)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

There come times in life when a shift is necessary, when starting a new chapter in life is required for a fruitful future. We need to be able to discern that time and have the courage to go forward. Your encouragement today: discern the season and if necessary, shift. God is with you! (Genesis 31:1-3)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Shrewdness can be a blessing — when our shrewdness is not for evil purposes, but for good. Your encouragement today: be Godly shrewd! (Genesis 30:25-43)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Jealousy gets us nowhere. It only fuels division and drama. But when we realize that there is enough for everybody, suddenly instead of competing against another, we look to God for guidance and direction. Your encouragement today: your gift will make room for you. (Genesis 30:1-24)#stayencouraged!...  Read More