The Connection Corner
A daily source of encouragement and inspiration to connect your heart to hope and faith.
A daily source of encouragement and inspiration to connect your heart to hope and faith.
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See Beyond the Chaos
Daily DevotionalCarl Boberg had not planned for a storm to change his life. He had set out on an ordinary walk to clear his mind.
Thunder cracked across the horizon, and the storm swept over the hills like a painter brushing chaos onto a canvas. Carl hurried to find shelter from the relentless downpour.
But it was what came next that truly moved him. The storm passed as quickly as it came, leaving behind a peace so profound it felt like a entirely different world. The clouds opened, birds returned to their melodies, and sunlight spilled across the landscape.
He stood there, amazed—not just by nature, but by the God who created it all.
That moment stayed with him, and he knew he had to capture it somehow. He wrote a poem about what he had seen and felt.
“O Lord, my God, when I in awesome wonder, consider all the works Thy hands have made.”
Years later, that poem found its way into the hymn we now know as “How Great Thou Art.”
What if we viewed our own storms through Carl’s eyes? Could we see beyond the chaos and recognize the beauty of God’s hand at work? Let those moments point you back to Him, and let your soul, like Carl’s, sing.
A Lesson on Growth and Grit
Afternoons with Lauren, Daily DevotionalAt ten years old, most boys were just figuring out how to ride a bike or perfecting their tree-climbing skills. But not my him.
By the crack of dawn, while others were still rubbing the sleep from their eyes, he was already up and out, delivering the daily news. The weight of the canvas bag pressed into his shoulder, heavier some mornings than others, but he never complained.
This was not just a chore to him; it was a chance to build something. Each coin he tucked away had a purpose. He was saving for college. That dream kept him moving even on the coldest mornings.
The years passed, and the mornings grew longer as the route expanded. By the time he was 18, the boy who once lugged newspapers had saved enough to pay his college tuition.
But the story was never about the money. It was about the grit it took to earn it. It was about how every single paper delivered, every early morning, every sacrifice mattered. It was about discipline and determination.
Years later, I asked my dad, “How did you afford college and dental school?” He leaned back with a soft smile breaking across his face, and answered, “One paper at a time.”
That stayed with me, and maybe that is a lesson for all of us. Consider how God might be using your steps today to shape the person you are becoming. Let this story remind you that perseverance in the ordinary moments can lead to extraordinary outcomes.
New Year, Same Joyful Spirit
Daily DevotionalTaking down the tree, boxing up ornaments, and packing away nativity scenes can feel bittersweet. On one hand, I feel a twinge of sadness letting go of such a sweet and meaningful season. On the other hand, there is excitement for what the New Year might bring.
I find myself reflecting on everything Christmas brought: the laughter, the peace, and the joy of being with the people I love. As I finish putting the last ornament in its box, I think about the year ahead. With it comes challenges of its own and a lot that I do not yet know.
As I place the last ornament in its box, I make a decision. This year, I will carry Christmas with me. Not the tree or the lights, but the joy and peace of that holy night. I will hold onto the promise that His presence is constant, even when life feels uncertain.
So as you pack away the lights and garland, So, as we pack away the decorations, let’s also carry the lessons of Christmas with us: the joy of Jesus, the peace He brings, and the promise that God is with us—today, tomorrow, and in every new season ahead.