Most people dread Mondays. But what if we reframed the start of the week as a fresh opportunity to serve, love, and lead well—right where we are?

Spiritual growth rarely happens overnight. It’s like planting a fruit tree—years of watering and waiting before you see any sign of fruit. But just because you don’t see change doesn’t mean nothing is happening. God is always at work, preparing you for the harvest. The real question is, will you be ready when the fruit comes?

Most of life isn’t spent in grand spiritual moments. It’s lived in the quiet routines of everyday life—grocery shopping, conversations around the table, small acts of love. But what if we saw these moments as opportunities to honor God? Learn how to stay faithful when life feels ordinary.

In my hallway, there’s a small wall I never finished painting. Three years later, it’s still undone. But that unfinished wall reminded me of something bigger—God doesn’t leave His work in us incomplete. Even when we feel stuck, He is still moving.

Some of the most important things in life don’t happen because we feel inspired. They happen because we choose to show up, even when we don’t feel like it. Whether it’s faith, leadership, or personal growth, consistency matters.

I haven’t tuned out the news completely, but I have made a conscious effort to avoid the fear-driven, opinion-heavy reporting that stirs people up. It’s easy to fall into the trap of consuming negativity, and before we know it, we’re frustrated, anxious, and even angry. But Philippians 4:8 challenges us to be intentional about what we allow to shape our thoughts. So today, take a step back and ask: What am I feeding my mind?

Spiritual endurance isn’t built overnight. Just like a race, faith requires persistence, discipline, and a focus on the long-term goal. Learn how to stay strong in your faith, avoid burnout, and run the race with endurance.