Coping

Pause & Reflect with me on the words of Isaiah 43:18-19: “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Do you not perceive it?" Forgetting "the former things" is difficult, especially after a challenging year. Where are you hoping for new things? Good evening & Happy New Year. This is Chaplain Kevin. Would you pause with me and reflect as we begin this m...

Pause & Reflect with me on the words of Psalm 51:10:  “Create in me a [new] heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me.” After a year filled with heartbreak and disappointment we can ask for renewal as we begin this new year. Where do you need God's renewal? Good morning, this is Chaplain Kevin. Would you pause with me and reflect as we begin this morning… Approaching the end...

Pause & Reflect with me on the words of James 1:17: "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father..."  Exchanging gifts with friends and family is a cherished holiday tradition. Is it possible to exchange, what we have, for the gift God is offering this season? Good morning. This is Chaplain Kevin. Would you pause with me and reflect as we begin thi...

Pause & Reflect with me on the song sung by the angels in Luke 2:14: "Glory to God in the highest and peace on earth."  We hear seasonal songs playing on the radio, in shopping malls and in homes all over the world. How can these songs prepare our hearts for worship this Christmas season? Good morning. This is Chaplain Kevin. Would you pause with me and reflect as we begin this morning… N...

Pause & Reflect with me on the story of the Wise Men in Matthew Chapter 2: "Wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him." During the holidays, we often travel to visit family and friends. What does the story of the Wise Men reveal to us about the journey we embark on this s...

Pause & Reflect with me on the words of Isaiah 9:2: "People walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness, a light has dawned." During the holidays, Christmas lights decorate our homes inside and out. What can these lights teach us about being a light in our world? Good morning. This is Chaplain Kevin. Would you pause with me and reflect as we being...

Pause & Reflect with me on the words of 1 Thessalonians 5:18: "Give thanks in all circumstances for this is God's will for you." One of the most favorite traditions of Thanksgiving is partaking in the leftovers from our holiday gathering. What does Thanksgiving teach us about a daily practice of gratitude? Listen now.   Good Morning. This is Chaplain Kevin. Would you pause with me and ref...