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Turtle Thoughts
While sheltering in place, let’s look for opportunities to reach out to each other – a call, a card, a text, a note. Then even though we are at home, we can still be scanning for ways to touch our world and share smiles! Shelley 04022020 © 2019-2020 Shelley Ministries. All Rights Reserved. Photo used […]
Love and Socks
What is it about those we love that drives us crazy? Maybe it’s the dishes left in the sink or toys strewn around the house. It could be a repeated phrase or something that sounds like nagging. Perhaps it’s the socks found on the floor … everywhere. Yes, even our closest friend or loved one […]
A Work of Art
Another Shelley’s Smile for you! Works of art are everywhere if we look for them. Just peek into the mirror and you’ll see one there! Enjoy finding more throughout your day… Shelley 03-28-2020 © 2019-2020 Shelley Ministries. All Rights Reserved. Photo was taken at the El Tovar Dining Room, Grand Canyon National Park.
What’s So Good About Change?
In this life everything changes, and like the past few weeks, adjustments are often unwelcome, difficult and scary. Regardless of whether perceived as good or bad, change is inevitable. Deep inside we all want something to remain the same because it means comfort and a measure of security. Perhaps that is why traditions are important […]
Remember or Imagine
“Shelley’s Smiles” are being sent your way to bring a bright moment to your day. Watch for more to come! Remember where you have been and imagine where you would like to go. Here’s the reminder for today – you have never been and will never be alone. “Never will I leave you; never will […]
An Offer of Peace
With all that is happening in the world today, it is no wonder that many are gripped by fear and anxiety. A day, maybe an hour, or even a minute quickly changes our lives and uncertainty abounds. In the midst of the ebb and flow of life, stands One who never changes and who offers […]
Wow!
The day comes when all of the waiting and wondering are over. The event happens, the news is received, something begins or ends. “and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She [Mary] wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them” (Luke 2:7NIV). […]
Wonder!
While Mary waited, she had to wonder – what did the angel Gabriel’s message about her coming son mean? He said, “the Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over Jacob’s descendants forever; his kingdom will never end” (Luke 1:32b-33NIV). Would he be a king? Would he […]
Wait!
Waiting. Sometimes I’m so excited for what is to come the timecan’t pass by fast enough. At others, what I am waiting for causesfeelings of anxiety or fear, and I’m somewhere between wishing the time would go quickly and hoping for the clock to stand still. Imagine what it was like for Mary when the […]
A Day of Tears
I am a sunshine kind of gal. Waking up to beams of light streaming through my window just makes my day! It reminds me of the seasons when everything is going just right. No worries or cares. It is easy to be thankful and to praise God then. But what about the gloomy days – […]
Encountering a Roundabout
“Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don’t try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God’s voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; he’s the one who will keep you on track” (Proverbs 3:5-6, The Message). Have you ever been on a road trip and found yourself coming to a […]
God’s Recipe for Success
– A pinch of strength. – A dash of courage. – A teaspoon of remembrance. – A generous portion of God’s Word. – A tablespoon of obedience. – A heaping cup of trust. – Mix together. – Recipe yields remarkable results! How do I know this is the recipe for success? It says so […]
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- Psalm 62 : 5-6
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