Nature reflections, dog mom reflections, devotionals, and inspiring thoughts about God and joyful living.
![Be Still [Short Encouraging Words]](https://leilagrandemange.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/img_7268.jpg?w=720)
“Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 Beloved Child of God . . . Be still. Be present. Be in the moment with a grateful heart. Don’t let your thoughts run ahead. Don't fret and worry . . . Trust God. Trust in his love for you. Trust in his plan. Be [...]
![REJOICE! [Short Encouraging Words for Anxious Hearts]](https://leilagrandemange.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/unsplash-joy-in-the-lord.jpg?w=720)
"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:4-7
![May Blessings [Things are Finally Flourishing!]](https://leilagrandemange.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/floral-1.jpg?w=720)
May blessings! With all the sadness in the world right now I thought I would bring you a little sunshine to brighten your day. The month of May is upon us and things are flourishing. My garden is proof of this. As I was walking in my garden however I felt a sort of paradox. Read this short reflection and find encouragement to help you thrive, even when life is hard.
![A Daily Blessing [Receive God’s Peace]](https://leilagrandemange.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/daily-blessing-photo.jpg?w=720)
Encouraging words to help you release worry and receive God's peace. Be blessed. Share the blessing with friends . . . “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid." John 14:27 NLT Recommended reading: [...]
Anxiety, fear, loneliness . . . the enemy is on the move wreaking havoc on our minds during the Coronavirus pandemic. And while we might feel helpless against his attacks, the Bible tells us that we are more than conquerors through him who loved us! May peace of God fill your heart and mind with indescribably peace as you meditate on these 12 verses relating to worry and anxiety.
![A Prayer for God’s Steadfast Love and Mercy [Inspired by Lamentations 3]](https://leilagrandemange.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_5023.jpg?w=720)
Heavenly Father,As I go through my day, help me to remember that your steadfast love never ends, and that your mercies are new every morning. Hallelujah! Great is your faithfulness! Thank you for your steadfast love, which you so perfectly displayed at the cross. And thank you for offering me tender mercy instead of judgement. [...]
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