St. Andrews By-The-Lake Chapel

06/10/2026

In a world filled with constant noise, endless distractions, and countless opinions, there is no voice more important than the voice of God. Before the demands of the day begin to compete for our attention, may our hearts be tuned to His wisdom, His truth, and His peace. Before worries, responsibilities, and uncertainties try to shape our thoughts, may God's presence remind us who He is and who we are in Him.

Every morning is a new opportunity to place our day in God's hands. His voice brings direction when we feel lost, comfort when we feel anxious, and strength when we feel weak. When we begin our day with Him, we walk forward knowing that we are not facing life's challenges alone.

And when the day comes to an end, after the conversations have stopped and the world grows quiet, may His voice still be the one that settles our hearts. Let His promises be louder than our fears. Let His faithfulness be greater than our doubts. Let His peace replace every burden we carried throughout the day.

There is something beautiful about ending the day where it began—in the presence of God. The same God who guided us through the morning is still watching over us at night. He never leaves, never sleeps, and never stops caring for His children.

So today, Lord, help me to seek You first before I seek answers from the world. Help me to listen for Your guidance above every other voice. And when night falls and everything becomes still, remind me once again that I am safe in Your hands, loved beyond measure, and never alone. May Your voice lead my first thoughts each morning and bring peace to my last thoughts each night. Amen. 🙏❤️

06/10/2026

It's one thing to quote God's word and another to choose to live it. Your life is a ministry. Your words and deeds are a "sermon". Whether you realize it or not, people are watching and listening. When you live the life God has called you to, you speak and behave differently, and people notice. Don't just talk about love, kindness, forgiveness, and generosity. Be loving and kind. Forgive others, even when it's difficult. Be cheerfully generous with what God has given you. Your deeds communicate far better than your words. "Preach" well, my brothers and sisters. God bless.

06/09/2026

Every day we see the limits of human strength, human wisdom, and human solutions.
People search for peace yet remain restless.
They chase success yet still feel empty.
They gain the world yet discover that the soul was made for something more.

The brokenness around us is not just evidence that something is wrong with the world. It is a reminder that we were never meant to live apart from God.

Every disappointment reminds us that people can fail us.
Every loss reminds us that earthly things do not last forever.
Every trial reminds us that we are not as strong as we think we are.

And that is exactly why we need God.

We need His peace when life becomes overwhelming.
His wisdom when the path is unclear.
His grace when we fall short.
And His presence when the weight of life becomes too heavy to carry alone.

The world can entertain you, but it cannot save you.
It can distract you, but it cannot satisfy you.
It can offer temporary comfort, but only God can give lasting peace.

The longer you walk through life, the more you realize that your greatest need is not more money, more recognition, or more success.

Your greatest need is God.

Because everything else can be taken away.

But the person who has God possesses the one thing that can never be lost.

06/09/2026

Growth is beautiful, but it’s rarely comfortable.

There were things in my life I prayed would change immediately. Situations. People. Seasons. But sometimes, God doesn’t start by changing what’s around us—He starts by changing what’s within us.

Our mindset.
Our pride.
Our patience.
Our obedience.
Our trust in Him.

Because real transformation begins in the heart.

Some things needed to grow.
Some things needed to change.
And sometimes, God had to change me first. 🙏🏻🤍

06/09/2026

People often think of a "New Beginning" as something momentous, such as New Year's Day, a birthday, or a wedding. The truth is, every day you awaken is a new beginning. It's a gift from God. It's another opportunity to love and honor Him. It's an opportunity to love and serve your brothers and sisters in Christ. Have you been holding onto old grudges? Have you been refusing to forgive someone? Today is the perfect day to apologize. Today is the perfect day to forgive. Is there someone you've meant to call or write? Today is the perfect day to reconnect. What about that bad habit you've repeatedly resolved to stop? Today is the perfect day to take a step toward recovery. Today is the perfect day to stand for your health and future.

Remember your past mistakes only enough to keep from repeating them; otherwise, they're just "baggage." Forgive yourself for your mistakes and move on. Forgive others for their mistakes and move on. Don't allow Satan to use unforgiveness against you. He wants to keep you stagnant in a circle of anger and bitterness; don't let him. Take a moment today to pray and listen carefully. Why did God awaken you? What does he want you to do? He will never ask you to do anything He hasn't already prepared you to do. Do It!

No matter what happened yesterday, last week, or even last year, this day is new; embrace it, cherish it, and make the most of it. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, always. God Bless.

06/08/2026

You can't be who God wills for you to be; you can't do what He wills for you to do when you're emotionally and physically exhausted. Rest isn't a luxury; it's a necessity for your spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being. Take a moment to "be still"; the world can wait.

I pray for and wish you a relaxing, restful, and restorative weekend. God bless.

06/08/2026

From trials to triumphs, He’s working all things for good. 🤍🙏🏻

06/08/2026

People may forget your title, your platform, or the words you preached—but they will remember how you made them feel.

Kindness is ministry.
Grace is ministry.
The way you speak to people when no one is watching matters deeply.

A platform means nothing if love is missing from it. 🙏🏻🤍

06/08/2026

Life has a way of surprising us with blessings we didn’t even know to ask for. Keep your heart open—soon, you’ll smile and say, ‘Wow, this is more than I ever imagined.’ Sometimes the best things come when we least expect them. 🤍

"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us." — Ephesians 3:20 (NIV)

06/08/2026