Peace in the Pace
Posted on February 25, 2026 Leave a Comment
“He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.”
Psalm 23:2-3 (NKJV)
Life rarely slows down on its own. Deadlines, responsibilities, and expectations can push us into a pace God never intended. David reminds us that the Shepherd leads us to quiet waters. This means peace isn’t something we stumble into. It’s something we follow Him toward.
Restoration doesn’t happen in hurry. It happens when we pause long enough to breathe, listen, and remember who is leading us. Even a few moments of stillness can re-center your heart and restore your perspective.
Today, let God set your pace. Let Him lead you to quiet waters—even if only for a moment—and allow Him to restore what hurry has drained.
Prayer:
Shepherd of my soul, slow my steps today. Lead me to quiet places where I can hear Your voice and find rest. Restore my heart, renew my mind, and steady my spirit. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN!
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Building a Culture of Workplace Safety
Posted on February 24, 2026 Leave a Comment
Workplace accidents rarely happen out of nowhere. More often, they’re the result of small oversights, rushed decisions, or hazards we’ve grown too familiar with to notice anymore. The good news is that most accidents are preventable. Prevention is not achieved by fear or hyper-vigilance. Instead, it is about building a culture where safety is intentional, shared, and valued.
Accidents don’t just affect productivity; they affect people. They interrupt lives, families, and futures. That’s why safety isn’t just a policy—it’s a responsibility we carry for one another. When we choose to work safely, we’re choosing to protect the well‑being of our coworkers, our teams, and ourselves.
Slowing down is one of the most effective ways to prevent accidents. It allows us to see what’s really happening around us. Many incidents occur when we’re rushing, distracted, or trying to multitask. A moment of pause can be critical. It allows for a quick double‑check or a second look. It’s a brief reset. These can be the difference between a normal day and a life‑altering one. Safety grows in the space created by intentional attention.
Communication also plays a huge role. If something looks unsafe, say something. If a process feels unclear, ask. If a coworker seems unsure, step in and help. Silence is one of the most dangerous conditions in any workplace. Speaking up isn’t criticism—it’s care. When we look out for each other, we create an environment where everyone feels responsible for everyone else.
Another key factor is consistency. Safety isn’t a one‑time reminder or a once‑a‑month meeting topic. It’s a daily mindset. Wearing the right gear is essential. Adhering to procedures is crucial. Using tools properly is necessary. Reporting hazards is vital. These habits build a foundation that keeps everyone protected. Consistency turns safety from a rule into a rhythm.
Finally, remember that safety is not the absence of accidents; it’s the presence of awareness. It’s choosing to stay alert. It’s choosing to follow guidelines. It’s choosing to care enough to do things the right way. This is important even when shortcuts seem easier. When safety becomes part of our identity as a team, accidents lose their opportunity to take root.
As we move ahead, let’s commit to being people who work with purpose, attention, and care. A safe workplace doesn’t happen by accident—it happens because we choose it, together, every day.
Be safe today!
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Strength for the Middle
Posted on February 24, 2026 Leave a Comment
“And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.”
Galatians 6:9 (NKJV)
The middle of anything can be the hardest part. It is the middle of a project, a season, a challenge, or even a month. The excitement of the beginning has faded, and the finish line still feels far away. That’s where weariness tries to settle in.
Paul’s encouragement is simple but powerful: don’t quit. Don’t let fatigue convince you that your efforts don’t matter. God is working even when you can’t see progress. The harvest comes “at the proper time”—not early, not late, but right on God’s schedule.
If you’re in the middle of something today, take heart. God hasn’t forgotten you. He is strengthening you, shaping you, and preparing a harvest that will be worth every step.
Prayer:
Father, renew my strength today. When I grow weary, remind me that You are working in ways I can’t see. Help me persevere with hope and confidence in Your timing. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN!
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When God Sees the Small Things
Posted on February 23, 2026 Leave a Comment
“His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.”
Matthew 25:21 (NKJV)
We often imagine faithfulness as something big, dramatic, or public. Jesus reminds us that God notices the small things. He sees the quiet acts of integrity. God observes the unseen moments of kindness and the choices we make when no one is watching. The servants in Jesus’ parable weren’t praised for spectacular accomplishments; they were honored for being faithful with what they had.
As you start this week, don’t underestimate the power of small obedience. A gentle word. A patient response. A task done with excellence. A prayer whispered in trust. God sees it all, and He delights in those who steward their moments well.
Faithfulness today prepares you for fruitfulness tomorrow. And even when your efforts feel unnoticed, they are never wasted in the kingdom of God.
PRAYER:
Lord, help me be faithful in the small things today. Give me eyes to see opportunities to honor You in ordinary moments. Strengthen my heart to serve with joy, integrity, and gratitude. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN!
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Shining the Way
Posted on February 20, 2026 Leave a Comment
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”
Matthew 5:16 (NKJV)
When we see the way, choose the way, and walk the way—something beautiful happens. Our lives start to shine. Not with our own brilliance, but with the light of Christ reflected through us. People notice peace in chaos, kindness in conflict, integrity in pressure, and hope in hardship.
Shining the way isn’t about drawing attention to ourselves. It’s about pointing others to the One who changed us. Your life—your words, your work, your attitude—will be the only glimpse of Jesus someone sees today.
As you finish the week, ask God for guidance. Pray that your life becomes a light. Let this light help others find the way of Christ.
Prayer:
Lord, let Your light shine through me today. Use my life to encourage, uplift, and point others toward You. Make me a reflection of Your grace and truth. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN!
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Walking the Way
Posted on February 19, 2026 Leave a Comment
“He who says he abides in Him ought himself also to walk just as He walked.”
1 John 2:6 (NKJV)
Once we choose the way of Christ, we must walk it—step by step, moment by moment. Walking the way means living out our faith in the ordinary rhythms of life: conversations, responsibilities, frustrations, and opportunities. Jesus walked with compassion, truth, patience, and purpose. To walk as He walked is to let His character shape ours.
Walking the way is not about perfection but direction. It’s about daily alignment. Return to Christ when we drift. Lean on His strength when we’re weak. Trust His grace when we stumble. Faith is not proven in grand gestures but in consistent, quiet obedience.
Today, walk the way of Christ with intentionality. Let His presence guide your pace, your posture, and your interactions.
Prayer:
Jesus, help me walk in Your way today. Shape my words, my actions, and my attitude. When I stumble, draw me back quickly. Let my life reflect Your love and truth. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN!
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Choosing the Way
Posted on February 18, 2026 Leave a Comment
“. . . choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve . . . But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.”
Joshua 24:15 (NKJV)
Seeing the way is one thing. Choosing it is another. Every day presents crossroads—moments where we decide whether to follow Christ’s way or drift toward convenience, comfort, or self. Joshua’s challenge to Israel still echoes today: Who will you serve?
Choosing the way of Christ is rarely the easiest choice. It requires humility when pride feels justified, forgiveness when resentment feels easier, and obedience when compromise seems harmless. But every choice shapes our character and deepens our witness.
Today, you will face decisions—big or small—that reveal who you serve. Let your choices show your devotion to Christ. Choose His way, even when it costs something. Especially when it costs something.
Prayer:
Father, give me strength to choose Your way today. When I face decisions, remind me who I belong to. Help my choices honor You and show Your heart. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN!
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AI: Embracing Change and Responsibility
Posted on February 17, 2026 Leave a Comment
Every generation faces a moment when a new technology forces us to pause, think, and ask deeper questions. For some, it was the printing press. For others, the radio, the television, or the internet. Today, that moment is artificial intelligence. And like every major shift before it, AI invites us to consider not only what it can do. It also prompts us to think about what it means for our work, our relationships, our faith, and our future.
For me, AI is no longer an abstract idea tucked away in science fiction. It’s a tool I am interacting with daily, sometimes without even realizing it. It helps organize my schedule, answer questions, draft content, and streamline tasks that once took hours. AI feels like a modern extension of the wisdom found in Proverbs. A wise person makes use of the tools available to them. It’s not a replacement for thought, discernment, or prayer—it’s a resource that can amplify them when used well.
But AI also raises important questions. What does it mean for creativity? For human connection? For the work we do with our hands and the ideas we shape with our minds? These questions matter because technology always changes the way we live. It is our responsibility to make sure it changes us for the better.
What encourages me is this: AI doesn’t diminish the value of being human. If anything, it highlights it. AI can analyze data, but it can’t love. It can generate words, but it can’t experience grace. It can mimic empathy, but it can’t truly feel compassion. Those qualities—uniquely human, God-given—stay irreplaceable.
So what does AI mean to me today? It means opportunity. Opportunity to work smarter, not harder. Opportunity to communicate more clearly. Opportunity to free up time for the things that matter most—relationships, reflection, service, and spiritual growth. It also means responsibility: to use this tool ethically, thoughtfully, and with a heart anchored in wisdom rather than fear.
AI is not the future—it’s the now. And like every tool placed in our hands, it becomes what we choose to make of it. I hope we use it in ways that honor God. It should uplift others. It should also help us live with greater purpose and clarity.
In the end, AI will shape our world, but it’s our character that shapes how we use it. And that, to me, is where the real meaning lies.
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Seeing the Way
Posted on February 17, 2026 Leave a Comment
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
Psalm 119:105 (NKJV)
Every journey begins with vision. Before we take a step, we need to see where we’re going. Spiritually, that clarity comes from God’s Word. Scripture doesn’t always illuminate the entire road ahead, but it gives enough light for the next faithful step. In a world full of noise, opinions, and distractions, God’s Word cuts through the fog and reveals what truly matters.
Seeing the way of Christ means slowing down long enough to listen. It means letting Scripture shape our priorities, our attitudes, and our decisions. When we allow God’s Word to light our path, we start to see life differently. We do not see through the lens of fear or pressure. Instead, we see through the lens of His truth and grace.
Today, ask God to help you see His way clearly. Before you move, decide, or speak—pause and let His Word shine first.
Prayer:
Lord, open my eyes to Your path today. Let Your Word guide my thoughts, decisions, and steps. Help me see clearly where You are leading and give me the courage to follow. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN!
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Honoring Leadership, Trusting the Lord
Posted on February 16, 2026 Leave a Comment
“Honor all people. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king.”
1 Peter 2:17 (NKJV)
President’s Day gives us a moment to pause. It allows us to reflect on leadership. We think about both the leaders who shaped our nation’s past and those who guide us today. While the holiday highlights presidents, Scripture widens the lens. Peter reminds believers that honor is not just for perfect leaders. It is a posture of the heart shaped by our reverence for God.
Honoring leaders doesn’t mean agreeing with every decision or pretending flaws don’t exist. It means recognizing that God is sovereign over human authority. Throughout Scripture, God worked through kings, governors, judges, and rulers—some faithful, some deeply flawed—to achieve His purposes. Our confidence is never in the strength of human leadership but in the unshakable rule of Christ.
President’s Day also invites us to pray for those in authority. Paul urged believers to pray “for kings and all who are in high positions.” By doing so, we live peaceful lives. This also helps us live godly lives. Prayer softens our hearts. It aligns our attitudes. It reminds us that God’s kingdom is never threatened by the rise or fall of earthly powers.
We honor the leaders of our nation, past and current. We do so with gratitude for the freedoms we enjoy. We show humility about our own need for grace. Our trust is unwavering in the One who reigns forever. God’s leadership is steady when the world feels unstable. His wisdom is perfect when human wisdom falls short. His kingdom is eternal when earthly kingdoms fade.
Today, let President’s Day be more than a historical nod. Let it be a spiritual reminder: we honor leaders, but we trust the Lord.
Prayer:
Father, thank You for Your sovereign hand over every generation and every leader. On this President’s Day, teach us to honor those in authority with humility and grace. Give wisdom, courage, and integrity to those who lead our nation today. Help us live as people of peace, hope, and prayer. Above all, anchor our trust in You—the true King whose reign is eternal. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN!
Bob Lankford 