Distraction Devotions

Distraction of Darkness

By Peg Arnold | December 21, 2020 |

Christmas, more than any other time, is the season when all is supposed to be “merry and bright”. The hymns, carols, movies, and decorations shout “joy” to the world. This makes it even harder when we are in turmoil and we put on that paper face smile trying to hide that fact that we are grieving the absence of a loved one, the loss of finances, an illness that has robbed us of our abilities, or the challenges of 2020. When we are struggling, it feels like we are walking in a constant darkness, unable to see or embrace the light.

Distraction of Defeat

By Peg Arnold | November 23, 2020 |

Sometimes the most disappointing defeats have taught me the greatest lessons in flexibility, perseverance, tenacity, integrity, and dedication.

Distraction of Dorms

By Peg Arnold | August 21, 2020 |

Could God completely protect her from harm? No, but I remembered that He loves her more than me. In fact He loved her first.

Distraction of Dallas

By pegarnold | July 15, 2020 |

My demands, obligations, and schedule were so tight, that when a detour or an accident caused a delay, I found myself annoyed and frustrated. Ironically, God often used those inconveniences to get me to slow down, be still, and draw me near to Him.

Distraction of Disturbance

By Peg Arnold | June 17, 2020 |

disruptions are often an opportunity to recognize and possibly demonstrate God’s love. It may not be convenient, but in Christ’s ministry, hardly any of His interactions were convenient.

Distraction of Disruption

By pegarnold | May 20, 2020 |

God is on that path in front going before me. If I let disruptions distract me, I’ll wander off the road and end up self-absorbed.

Distraction of the Dawn

By Peg Arnold | April 17, 2020 |

Sometimes our burdens blind our ability to experience the peace and joy that the Lord wants to give us.

Distraction of Donkeys

By Peg Arnold | April 5, 2020 |

Would I have come away from that experience knowing that I had just witnessed the presence of the Living God? Or would I have been more enamored, like a child, with waving of the palm branches, the excitement of the crowd, and even the donkey?

I hope that I would have the awareness of the presence of my Savior and savor the experience of standing on Holy Ground.

Distraction of Debris

By pegarnold | February 25, 2020 |

I know there are times when I face overwhelming situations that seem impossible to separate the mess from the stress, the burdens from the needs, or the inconveniences from the obligations. However there are promises, hope, and strength to be found in our times of struggle and confusion.

Distraction of Dust

By pegarnold | January 16, 2020 |

The picture above hung on the wall of my children’s nursery, a baby gift from my college room-mate. Little did I know how much this simple verse expressed a life time struggle for me.