Devotions for the Distracted Heart
Cultivate Gratitude
By Peg Arnold |
Oh, it’s easy to express gratitude when everything is going well, and I am well-rested. However, the challenge occurs when I am tired, distracted, or my expectations of others have not been met.
Read More Distraction of Destruction
By Peg Arnold |
No matter how large or small your storm is, no matter how much was lost or destroyed, you are not alone. God is with you and powerful enough to support you and help you sort out, clean up and overcome the challenges.
Read More Distraction of a Dog’s Disappearance
By Peg Arnold |
I may not run away from God physically, but how often do I let distractions distance me from Him?
Read More Distraction of Disease
By Peg Arnold |
Jesus turned and saw her. “Take heart, daughter,” he said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed at that moment. Matthew 9:22 She had been suffering from…
Read More Distraction of Deals
By Peg Arnold |
So don’t be misled, my dear brothers and sisters. Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in…
Read More Distraction of the Danube
By Peg Arnold |
In life, I wish I could always travel that safe protected route where transitions are scheduled and most of my challenges can be predicted. However, many times, I find myself on the river where dangerous undertows unexpectedly pull me below the water’s surface, or the turbulent rapids toss and rock my world. During these times, my focus is only on the immediate moment.
Read More Distraction of Drones
By Peg Arnold |
When we only see and experience the details within our personal sphere of influence, we often don’t feel that we matter or sometimes that we make a difference. God, however, sees the big picture. He is directing our course, utilizing the abilities of many to fulfill His masterful plan.
Read More Distraction of Drupes
By Peg Arnold |
Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing. …
Read More Distraction of Disappearances
By Peg Arnold |
He knows about everyone, everywhere. Everything about us is bare and wide open to the all-seeing eyes of our living God; nothing can be hidden from him to whom we…
Read More Distraction of Distance
By Peg Arnold |
Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? Psalm 139:7 When I was a young bride, we moved from Michigan to Maryland to begin…
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