Bless Me this Morning

A powerful scripture-based reflection to inspire confidence and hope in challenging times. A quiet moment of reflection and prayer for your joyful living.

This theme of this episode centers on the psalmist's yearning for God's dwelling place and our own desire to be close to God. The reflections explore the importance of intentionally seeking God's presence in the midst of our busy lives, finding solace and rest in Him. Listeners will be encouraged to make time for prayer, worship, and reflection on God's Word, discovering the rest a...

In this episode of "Bless Me This Morning," the central theme revolves around the transformative power of encountering the Divine and the treasures found in God's presence. The reflections draw inspiration from the story of Moses radiating God's glory after being in His presence on Mount Sinai, the psalmist's call to exalt and worship the holy and faithful God, and the parabl...

In this episode of "Bless Me This Morning," the central theme revolves around the transformative power of encountering the Divine. We will explore how Moses' intimate encounter with God on Mount Sinai made his face radiant with God's love and how we, too, can draw near to God through prayer and reflection. The reflections will emphasize God's boundless love and forgiveness, a...

This episode focuses on the importance of setting aside moments of worship, reflection, and community connection in our lives, drawing inspiration from the Jewish feasts and celebrations in Leviticus. The reflections will encourage listeners to create intentional times of spiritual nourishment, whether through attending church, prayer gatherings, or small group studies, to renew their souls and up...

This reflection will center on the theme of faith and the potential for greatness in humble beginnings. We will dive deeper into the parables shared by Jesus, highlighting the significance of the mustard seed and yeast as symbols of the kingdom of heaven. We will explore how having unwavering faith and embracing small beginnings can lead to significant impact and growth in our lives.

This morning we found inspiration and encouragement in the Scriptures, reading from Acts 19:1-8 and discovering how it can help us to live our best life today. This passage reminds us that each day is an opportunity for new beginnings, regardless of our past experiences or knowledge gaps. It's never too late to seek a deeper connection with God, to ask for a fresh infilling of the Holy Spirit,...

Abraham must have trembled at the request. His chest went tight and he probably thought, “If only God had asked for me! I am old and I have lived a good life. But Isaac, my beloved, is only a boy.” It’s easy to give to God what means little to you. When the gift requires sacrificing – giving up the vacation you dreamed of, going to a different college, or moving to a new city – it’s hard to give....

Those four words rocked Michael to his core. “Why? Why my family?  We try to be good people. My wife’s a good person. Please show me that You care about me!” he whispered.  But no one seemed to answer him and Michael felt his heartbreak all over again. *** If you are blessed by our devotionals, please subscribe to Bless Me This Morning <  < Podcast > and < Blog > Help...

This troubled Tamara.  Lucy’s GPS that she’d brought along began to malfunction. They did not know their way and every turn looked the same. Tamara held the steering wheel in a white-knuckle grip, afraid to get lost in the remote mountains. “Wouldn’t that be kind of missing the point?” Lucy fiddled with the GPS setting insisting they need not fear, “God already knows the path you’re meant to...

Finding strength: Lest you feel like you're at the end of your physical strength and the bottom of your soul, suffering from burnout, and not knowing where to turn.  Lest you're with feelings of being on the verge of giving up. Know that scripture says to you: "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle an...

Hannah waited. A few weeks went by with seemingly no answer.  Each day that passed made Hannah feel more anxious. Where should she go? Did God not hear her prayers for help? We pray: God, I need wisdom. I have to choose between different paths and I’m not sure what to do. Please show me what direction I should go. *** If you are blessed by our devotionals, please subscribe to Bless Me This Mo...

Overnight, Bryan’s life changed.  His mom started working long hours, trying to keep a roof over their heads.  As the Christmas season neared, the Christmas tree went up but there were no gifts under it. “Do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” – Hebrews 13:16, NIV ****** If you are blessed by our devotionals, please subscribe to Bless...

As the years passed, Todd and Nancy forgot about the gift. Then came the day they learned a trusted business partner had embezzled funds from their company and disappeared. They fought hard but the financial damage was done. They were going to lose everything they owned including their home. *** If you are blessed by our devotionals, please subscribe to Bless Me This Morning <  < Podcas...

Valerie clutched her last five dollars tightly in her sweaty palms.  Since being widowed a year ago, every dollar went toward keeping food on the table for her growing sons.  She worked two jobs and each night, she crawled into bed exhausted. She can barely afford anything. But: Does the size of her gift matter? .======.>           &nb...

Do Grace, Not Revenge. His brothers then came and threw themselves down before him. “We are your slaves,” they said. – Genesis 50:18, NIV For years, Joseph’s brothers had felt uneasy. The puny kid they’d thrown down a well was now the second most powerful man in the country. He would only need to speak a word, just one word, and he could have all his brothers, with their wives and children, too, a...

In his anger, Bertrand blurted out: "No, no God, I don't want to be a peacemaker," He hastily turned off the radio. He said, “I’m furious and I want to get revenge. This just isn't fair, and I'm outraged!”  Now off to deal with that deceitful liar co-worker... Odessa chose to do groceries first, instead of giving in to road rage because of the traffic congestion that prevented her from runnin...

A powerful hurricane was headed directly for Betty’s elderly parents. Can Peace be found amidst the storm? ****** If you are blessed by our devotionals, please subscribe to Bless Me This Morning <  < Podcast > and < Blog > Helping and supporting us is as easy as joining me for coffee => Click Here to buy me a cup or two. ***** You may like this: click here to get the book&nb...

Madonna saw a change in her kids' attitude as they grew older.  Dinners that were daily gatherings with affection and love were gradually being transformed into a table of bickering, quarreling, and teasing. She decided this must stop now, and made a rule... This episode reflects on gathering in peace and praying for a blessed day. ****** If you are blessed by our devotionals, please subscrib...

When Josephine and her husband found out she was expecting their son, they already had five children together.  And now, this sixth baby, named Aron, was born early, a preemie ... Here's how they dealt with it. If you are blessed by our devotionals, please subscribe to Bless Me This Morning <  < Podcast > and < Blog > Helping and supporting us is as easy as joining me for...

The next time you’re tempted to respond to someone harshly, remember Abigail. With a soft answer and a kind spirit, she turned away David’s wrath. Here's her story in this episode. ****** Support our podcast, click here to get the book  Success Habits  available online at  Amazon Books. ************ Feeling stuck, stressed, anxious, and wish to talk things through? Schedule a free 1...

William took a deep breath and clicked the mouse over the send button on the email. He had written and revised it multiple times over several days. How will his friend react...?  ****** To support our podcast, click here to get the book  Success Habits  available online at  Amazon Books. Feeling stuck, stressed, anxious, and wish to talk things through? Schedule a free 15-minut...

Is the quiet and still of time worth any second of it? At first Amanda thought it a waste of time. Then it happened....

You may think the nurse was just a nurse doing her job. Or, that the nurse was Antonia’s guardian angel. Either way, we reflect on Antonia’s story and can see the ways in which we are called to comfort others, to drive away their fear and worry, in much the same way as our guardian angel will come to us in our moments of anxiety and strife. Blessed day. *** Support our podcast: get the book ...

Tom battled with himself against nervousness and the impulse to cry.  A praise song with a message about believing God was broadcast on the radio. Tom jolted himself to prayerful silence: "Please Lord,” Tom prayed, “let me focus on Your promises that you will provide, rather than putting my reliance and my faith on this job." Blessed day! Support our podcast: get the book  Success Habits...