Holy Healthy Happy Blog
A devotional blog to help you apply the wisdom of the scriptures to your life and the challenges it presents.
Enjoy What Is: Finding Joy in God’s Way, Not Just Your Own
Psalm 89:15-16"Happy are those who hear the joyful call to worship, for they will walk in the light of your presence, Lord... They exult in your righteousness." TL;DR: Life doesn’t always go our way, but when we trust God’s direction—even in the disappointments—we can...
Don’t Look Back: Put Your Hand to the Plow and Move Forward
Luke 9:62:"Jesus replied, 'No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.'” TL;DR: The past is over. If you dwell on regrets and "what ifs," you miss the beauty of the present. Be thankful for where God has you today and...
Are You Like a Bad Tooth or a Lame Foot?
Proverbs 25:19:"Like a broken tooth or a lame foot is reliance on the unfaithful in a time of trouble." TL;DR: A strong, faithful friend is a blessing in times of trouble. Are you someone others can rely on? Seek friends who follow the Lord, and be that kind of friend...
Keep Trying: God is With You Through Every Struggle
Psalm 89:26:"He will call out to me, 'You are my Father, my God, the Rock my Savior.'" Proverbs 24:16:"For though a righteous man falls seven times, he rises again, but the wicked are brought down by calamity." TL;DR: Struggling with sin? Don’t give up. God is with...
The Power of Life-Giving Rebuke: Correction That Leads to Growth
Proverbs 15:31-33:"He who listens to life-giving rebuke will be at home among the wise. He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding. The fear of the Lord teaches a man wisdom, and humility comes before honor." TL;DR:...
Team Jesus: Walking in God’s Will, Timing, and Honor
Ephesians 5:15-17:"Be careful how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is." TL;DR: Walking in God’s will, timing, and honor makes every...
Helping Others Find Peace—Even in Their Mess-Ups
Ephesians 4:2-3:"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace." TL;DR: When someone messes up, respond with patience, kindness, and humility. Your peace can...
Feeling Judgy? A Lesson in Humility and Understanding
Romans 2:1:"You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, for whatever point you judge the other, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things." TL;DR: When we judge others, we often find ourselves in the same...
Are You Drawing Near to God or Running from Him?
Psalm 139:7-10:"Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go to the Heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your...