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by Pastor Thom | Jun 25, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 0

Father, as I sit here pondering how much You love me, it makes me think how much more I want to be like You. Over my many years, I have given You innumerable reasons not to love me – or at least to love me less. But Your love...

Location, Location, Location!

by Pastor Thom | Jun 24, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 0

You have been speaking to me, Father, and You know that my heart’s desire is to clearly hear what You have for me. Give me a burning desire to draw closer to You, to spend time with You in prayer. My relationship with You must...

I Can Do Whatever You Call Me to Do

by Pastor Thom | Jun 23, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 0

Thank You for another day, Father. I most certainly was not perfect today, but feeling Your presence alongside me helped me to make many right choices. I am grateful that You continue to work with me. Matthew 3:13-17...

Winnowing

by Pastor Thom | Jun 22, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 0

Father, it has been a long but fulfilling weekend. I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to celebrate my dad’s birthday with him and then be able to go to church with him today – that is a rarity for two pastors. Thank...

Blackjacket!

by Pastor Thom | Jun 19, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 2

Father, this day can go many different directions. I pray that Your hand will be upon us regardless of the direction it takes. Use us for Your glory even in the midst of the mundane. Amen. OK…I am not a fan of stinging insects....

What? Me Worry?

by Pastor Thom | Jun 18, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 0

Father, today has been a very productive day…so productive that I am having a hard time keeping my eyes open! Thank You for the strength and ability to do what I’ve done. Thank You for the opportunity to speak to those who...

Press On!

by Pastor Thom | Jun 17, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 0

Abba, You are so gracious to wake me every morning. Thank You for Your love and watching over me. Help me to focus on You throughout my day and to hear and heed what You would have me say, and do and think upon. I praise You,...

Filthy Rags

by Pastor Thom | Jun 16, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 0

Father, there is such great assurance in Your presence. Thank You for going before me yesterday. I realize that it is an everyday occurrence, but I don’t ever want to take it for granted. I am blessed. Amen. Matthew 3:7-10...

Lion Ahead of Me

by Pastor Thom | Jun 15, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 0

There is such a peace that passes understanding being in Your hands, Father (Philippians 4:7). Help me to remain in the center of Your will this day and every day. Amen. “So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not...

Deep-to-the-Core Cleaning

by Pastor Thom | Jun 12, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 0

Father, I am thankful for Your presence this morning and through the night. I was up and down a fair amount, but I feel rested and ready to go for the day. May we be attentive to what You would have for us today as we gather for...

Clouds Obscuring the Moon

by Pastor Thom | Jun 11, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 2

Father, I would ask that You would continue to draw me into Your presence. My bed was enticing, but I want to see what You have for me today. I earnestly pray that I will never grow weary of our time together. Philippians...

Hide it Under a Bushel…NO!

by Pastor Thom | Jun 10, 2026 | Journal Entry (R) | 0

As I come to write this morning, Father, it is pitch-black dark outside. The only light, beyond the occasional passing vehicle, is the light in the room where I sit. This is the world in which I find myself. Even after...