Construction Zone: Be quiet!

February 15, 2007 The tongue of the wise commends knowledge; but the mouth of the fool gushes folly. Proverbs 15:2 This is me.  God, I am sick of being this person … gushing – ALWAYS talking, NEVER listening.  I am desire more of You, LESS of me. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Sometimes the […]

Construction Zone: Jealousy

August 14, 2006 A relaxed attitude lengthens life; jealousy rots it away. Proverbs 14:30 I have GOT to let go of this junk with ____________. Again.  WHY is this so hard for me? Lord, help me!  It’s the mind-speak that makes it so bad … that constant internal chatter that […]

Construction Zone: Failure

September 13, 2006 Well, it’s 3:33 pm …. I feel like my day has not been under control.  Lord, I am sorry for not getting up early this morning … for being lazy. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Today, I want to encourage you by saying, “Don’t give up!”  Some days are simply out […]

Construction Zone: Godly Counsel

December 12, 2005 The godly give good advice to their friends; the wicked lead them astray. Proverbs 12:26 Father, let me give good counsel.  I want to point others toward You – to give them wise leadership and advice.  Help to grow in this area – continue to work in […]

Construction Zone: More Heart Work

September 11, 2005 The Lord hates people with twisted hearts, but He delights in those who have integrity. Proverbs 11:20 “God is not interested in anything else as much as He is interested in our hearts.”  (from my devotion book) God, help me remember that!!  Keep me focused on the […]

Construction Zone: The Mouth

September 10, 2008 Don’t talk too much, for it fosters sin.  Be sensible and turn off the flow.  The words of the godly are like sterling silver; the heart of the fool is worthless. Proverbs 10:19-20 NLT Ouch!  This one still gets me every month.  Reminds me of James 1:19 […]