GLORIOUS IMPACT: Biblical encouragement & edification

Encouragement, edification, and empowerment from a biblical perspective for true transformation.

  • Everything

    Can you believe it is the end of June this year already? Where did time go? Time waits on no one. I encourage you to get right with the Lord. I was reading Ephesians Chapter 1 yesterday. The encouragement for me is that God gave us every spiritual blessing we would need in Christ Jesus.…

  • Draw Near to God

    “But as for me, it is good for me to draw near to God; I have made the Lord my refuge and place my trust in Him, that I may tell of all Your works.” Psalm 73:28 NASB We can approach the throne of God in faith. Because of our faith, we have confidence and…

  • Spirituality

    Spirituality

    Spirituality is my lifeline. When I look at spirituality, I look at my relationship with God and my Lord and Savior Christ Jesus. I believe that we are spiritual beings, and that it is eternal. In that respect, I know I have hope for eternity. This keeps me grounded. Whatever happens in this world, I…

  • Practice What You Believe

    Put into practice what you say you believe. Abraham did not doubt that God was not only willing but able to what He promised. Practice replacing the negative thoughts with the word of God. “20) But he did not doubt or waver in unbelief concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong and empowered…

  • Aging and Retirement: Reiterating Emotional Support on Your Aging Journey

    Highlighted images in this post share significant moments in aging and retirement. Reiterating emotional support for your journey, it is important to note that loved ones are a big part of that support. Family relationships can be complex. They are part of the challenges everyone faces in this life. It cannot be dismissed that we…

  • Best Day and Worst Day

    Minhaj Fatima is credited with the inspirational quote, “May I never forget on my best day, that I still need God as desperately as I need God on my worst day”. Today I give thanks. Though early, I feel pretty good today. My “To-Do” list is well on the way. However, I don’t want to be…

  • What To Do?

    “Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 1:13 NKJV The Bible is the revelation of God and His will to His creatures. There seems to be an insatiable desire…

  • Choices

    There is so much going on today regarding leadership in the church. Not to be critical or judgmental, we all need Jesus in such a way as never before. Our shepherds need prayer. The Scripture I would like to reference is John 21:16 from the NLT – “Jesus repeated the question: ‘Simon, son of John,…

  • Hello Summer

    Hello. I wanted to share I must gather new images. Summer is well on the way. It has been over 107 degrees often in the last couple of weeks. There is a heat warning almost every day. It is 5:02 pm as I write this post and it’s 102 degrees. At any rate, I am…

  • Reflection and Gratitude with Aging

    Today is the day before I had major surgery on June 8, 2023. I was in a reflective place earlier today. I am sharing another part of my story. One part of the beat of this site is aging and the challenges. My experiences connect with some of my audience. Encouragement comes from knowing I’ve…

  • Aging & Retirement in Las Vegas – You Do Not Have to Journey Alone

    AGING Exploring aging and retirement sheds light on the fact that there is support and information to help those navigating these roads. Aging is a natural process for us all. Reaching a certain age though brings challenges. It could be homelessness, medical challenges, disability, and loneliness for some. Healthy aging can be achieved by education…

  • Today’s Scripture

    Happy Wednesday! I pray everyone is having a blessed day! Let me know your thoughts.

  • The Lemon-Filled Donut was Calling My Name

    Challenges with Type 2 diabetes.

  • Retirement – Let’s Start with Travel

    Following up on the post about aging and retirement, this post highlights travel. Mapleventurous.com is the featured site. For those interested in exotic travel this website provides inspiration to follow up. Michael Stephen Wills does an excellent job providing photos, history, and other information about these places. From Italy to the far reaches of the…

  • Aging & Retirement in Las Vegas – You Do Not Have to Journey Alone

    AGING Exploring aging and retirement sheds light on the fact that there is support and information to help those navigating these roads. Aging is a natural process for us all. Reaching a certain age though brings challenges. It could be homelessness, medical challenges, disability, and loneliness for some. Healthy aging can be achieved by education…