Mornings with Jeff & Rebecca

Psalm 28:7 says the Lord is my strength and my shield. That tells me hard times may come… but it also tells me I won't face them without Him.

Memorial Day reminds us that freedom came at a cost. As we remember those who served and sacrificed, maybe it's also a good time to ask how we can serve the people God has placed around us.

I was cleaning off our AC unit and noticed how much dirt had built up over time… and it made me think about my heart. I'm thankful Jesus keeps washing away what doesn't belong.

Sometimes the small, frustrating tasks are doing more in us than we realize. God sees how we respond in the little things, and He can use them to shape our character.

My sad little plant finally has three tiny new shoots, and it reminded me how patient God is with us. He doesn't give up just because growth is slow.

Even Jesus' own brothers struggled to believe in Him at first. That gives me hope for the people I'm praying for… and for the places where I still need Jesus to help my own unbelief.

Golf may look like an individual sport, but every player has a caddy helping them read the course. Life can feel lonely sometimes, but Jesus gave us the Holy Spirit as our Helper.

My mom used to tell me I had a good heart, and all these years later, I still find myself praying, "Lord, shape my heart into something good."

Texas sunsets have a way of making you stop for a minute and just look up. Psalm 19 says the skies proclaim the work of God's hands… and some evenings, you can really feel that.

Prayer really does matter. As we get ready for KCBI's Day of Prayer, let's remember why we keep bringing our nation, our families, and our needs before God.

Sometimes I ask God to bless my plan, when maybe the better prayer is, "Lord, show me yours."

Small choices add up, whether we notice them or not. What we sow with our time, words, thoughts, and obedience today can grow into something much bigger over time.

Sometimes the deepest question in the storm is, “Lord, don't You care?” And He does. He may calm the storm around you, or He may start by calming your heart… but He is still with you in the boat.

When you've done everything you can think to do and nothing is changing, hope can take a hit. But Jesus reminds us that with God, all things are possible.

People may let you down… but God's love never will. If His love had reviews, they would be consistent every time.

Not every thought that crosses your mind is true. Sometimes you've got to “set a trap” and take those thoughts captive before they take over.

Just because you don't see God moving doesn't mean He's not working. Some of the most important things happen beneath the surface.

Following Jesus doesn't mean life will be storm-free… it means you'll have something solid to stand on when the rain comes.

Waiting on God can feel like sitting at a red light… ready to go, but stuck. But waiting isn't nothing. It's learning to be faithful right where you are.

Loving your neighbor is easy when it comes naturally. It's harder when it doesn't… but that's exactly what Jesus calls us to.

Showing up matters, but it's not the main thing. What we do with what God asks of us - that's what really counts.

Complaining sneaks in faster than I realize sometimes… but it never actually helps. Following Jesus means letting go of some old habits and choosing a different response, even in the small moments.

Faith doesn't have to be perfect to be real. “I believe… help my unbelief” might be one of the most honest prayers you can pray.

It's natural to want to get even when someone hurts you… but God sees it all. And He says, “Leave it to me.”

A tax return is nice… but what God has prepared for you is better than anything you could ever get back.

Jesus didn't just teach us how to live… He showed us. And when we follow His example in the small things, it starts to change everything.

Sometimes God trims things back in our lives, and it can feel like loss. But He's not taking away without purpose… He's making room for something new to grow.

Jesus knew Judas would betray Him… and still gave him a seat at the table. That kind of grace means there's room for you too.

Mercy isn't easy… especially when it's not deserved. But Jesus says when we give mercy, we receive it too.

Surrender doesn't just happen in big moments… it shows up in the small, everyday choices. Choosing patience, letting go, and trusting God.

The things we hear and see repeated are the things that stick with us. That makes me wonder… what am I reinforcing for the next generation?

Fairness means getting what we deserve. Grace means receiving what we could never earn. That's why the gospel is such good news.

It's easy to love people who are kind to us. Jesus calls us to something deeper… loving even the people who are hard to love.

We often say “there's always tomorrow.” But every day we live is also one less day. That reminder makes me want to make the most of the time God has given me.

I thought I was going to teach my son about the Bible while we sat in a pharmacy line… but God used him to teach me instead. 

Lots of voices online say “follow me.” Jesus says it too – but His invitation isn't about content. It's about a life that leads to eternity.

Being rich doesn't always mean having more money. The Bible says to let the word of Christ dwell in you richly… because when life gets hard, God's truth is what carries you through.

Sometimes we need someone in our life who can lovingly say, “Hey… remember what God showed you?” Accountability isn't always comfortable, but it can be a real gift.

A little boy at a baseball game gave away the home run ball he caught… and it reminded me how proud a father feels when he sees generosity. God loves a cheerful giver.

Sometimes we make our plans and then ask God to bless them. But the doors He opens are always better. When God opens a door, no one can shut it.

It's easy to focus on the routine, but God is after the heart.

The world has been feeling pretty heavy lately. I'm reminding myself today that I don't have to carry the anxiety - I can give it to God and let His peace guard my heart.