Jesus is our healer. When we believe that He is, and present ourselves surrendered to His will, then we trust that whatever Jesus wills, will come to pass. And that it is good!  Your encouragement today:  be surrendered to the Lord’s will. Powerful things happen there! (Mark 1:40-42)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Someone in a different place needs to hear a word of hope from us. A word from the Lord that will lead to their liberation, freedom and peace of mind, body and soul. Your encouragement today:  proclaim that word!  (Mark 1:38-39)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

We all have a purpose. May we take time in prayer with God to discern it, and then at the appointed time, may we walk in it. Clearly, boldly and without fear. Your encouragement today:  live in and on purpose! (Mark 1:35-39)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

When we spend enough time in our solitary spaces with God in prayer, we will know exactly what we’ve been assigned to do.  And, even when interruptions come, nothing will be able to distract us from accomplishing that assignment. Your encouragement today:  get to your solitary space. The Lord will make clear your next moves! (Mark 1:35-39)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Find an isolated, quiet place to pray. It will allow us to get grounded as we begin the day, and stay grounded as events happen seeking to take us off focus. Your encouragement today:  find that quiet place to pray. A blessing awaits you there. (Mark 1:35)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

There’s something special about “very early in the morning” prayer. One can hear the Lord with no distractions, before any stirrings. It is quiet and one can receive clearly one’s marching orders from God for the day. Your encouragement today:  like Jesus, start getting up early. A blessing awaits you!  (Mark 1:35)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

All authority rests in Jesus. And at His will, He is able to silence and shut down any form of evil. May we trust that He has the power to do so in accordance with His will. Your encouragement today:  in trying times, trust! Trust in the trustworthiness of God! (Mark 1:21-28)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Being in the presence of God and in the place and space of worship is a beautiful thing. It opens up the opportunity for learning and teaching — instruction on wisdom that can transform our lives. Your encouragement today:  get into the presence of God and the space of worship. A blessing awaits you! (Mark 1:21)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Always cherish the blessing of Sabbath. Make it a custom. It is a time for us to remember who God is, remember who we are, and focus on who and what is really important. Your encouragement today:  remember and practice Sabbath! (Mark 1:21)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

The call of Christ comes quickly. It often comes when we are at work doing what we do, just minding our own business. But when it comes, say yes. Your encouragement today:  when Jesus calls, say yes and go! (Mark 1:19-20)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

When it is time to pursue our calling, may we not hesitate. May we be prepared to leave out, and chase the Christ who chooses us and guides us in that calling. Your encouragement today:  when your name is called, go!  Go without hesitancy. The Lord has you! (Mark 1:16-18)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Jesus has His eyes on us, looking to call us to an assignment that we are uniquely qualified to fulfill. Our task is to be ready when He calls. Your encouragement today: be ready! (Mark 1:16-18)#stayencouraged!...  Read More