I Choose Today...

I Choose Today to Bask in God’s Presence/Holiness

Molinda Hern January 23, 2024

One of my favorite places, where I find peace, tranquility, and joy is when I am at the ocean. The beauty is overwhelming; the power of the waves is impactful; the sounds of the waves crashing and birds singing is calming; the smell of the salt air and sea life revives my soul; and the tingling touch of the breeze as it sweeps across my face is invigorating. I close my eyes and just bask in my time there, just enjoying the moment. That is exactly what David was describing being in the presence of his Lord, Yahweh, when he said, ”One thing I have asked of the Lord, and that I will seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord [in His presence] all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty [the delightful loveliness and majestic grandeur] of the Lord and to meditate in His temple.“Psalms‬ ‭27‬:‭4‬ ‭AMP‬‬ He wanted nothing more than just be in God’s presence. Not for anything from God, but to just be with God; experiencing His holiness, majesty, love. Feeling the essence as it tingles across his skin, penetrating into his very soul. Can’t you feel it? Have

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I Choose Today Faith Over Plans: Embracing Life’s Pivots

Molinda Hern January 20, 2024

As a military wife, navigating life’s unexpected turns has become my daily journey. Each day presents unforeseen challenges, and despite lacking specific skills, I respond to the call with unwavering faith. From babysitting to leading fundraisers, my path is a testament to adapting to unforeseen circumstances. In the midst of planning family programs or supporting troops with packages, I discovered the profound truth in King Solomon’s wisdom: ”We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.“ (Proverbs 16:9 NLT) Recently, God redirected my plans at a conference focused on podcasting. Instead of mere information, I received healing, clarity, and a divine path forward. The greatest blessings emerged in the form of newfound friends and a supportive community of believers. While I’m a planner, God’s plans consistently surpass my expectations. So, the next time life necessitates a pivot, seek the blessings God has in store. You might be pleasantly surprised. Call to Action: Have you faced unexpected twists in your life’s journey? Share your stories of faith and adaptation in the comments below or connect with me. Let’s inspire and support each other on this journey of navigating life’s surprises together.

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I Choose Today to do Life with God

Molinda Hern January 18, 2024

Dwell in the house of the Lord forever… Does praying intimidate you? Does the idea of praying leave you stumped on how to begin, what to say, or even how to talk to the God of the universe? My sister and I live far apart from one another: one in the western part and one on the eastern part of the country. We maybe see each other once or twice a year. However, we do not let our proximity to one another get in the way of enjoying our relationship together. We can spend hours on the phone just doing life together. We could be running errands, cleaning the house, making dinner, driving home from the city (which for me is about an hour). Sometimes she bumps into someone she knows and has a conversation, and I just hang out as if I was standing next to her.  When she is done, we pick up where we left off. We can have a deep conversation, talk about our problems, give each other guidance, laugh together, cry together, be still and quiet together. That is the relationship David had with God. All David wanted to do was spend all his time

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I Choose Today my Abba Father

Molinda Hern January 16, 2024

The churches in our area have partnered up with the county to host guests who need a warm, safe bed during these cold winter nights. On one such night when it was our churches opportunity to host, my husband and I were able to be hands and feet. During dinner, we had the opportunity to hear some of their stories. One gentleman was regaling us with stories of his youth; how he was a sports phenom of his day. He was making the papers, setting new sports records, had college offers which would set him up for life. During the course of the evening we spent with him, he kept talking about he had life by the tail when he was young. When asked what changed the trajectory of his life, he said drugs. But then, through further conversation, he tearfully explained his reason for his pain; what hurt he was trying to cover through the escape of drugs. He explained, with all of his games he had in high school, all the accolades he received from everyone at school, in the community, with college coaches, there was something missing; someone missing. You see, his dad never came to one

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I Choose Today God’s Best

Molinda Hern January 13, 2024

Recently, my husband needed to make some changes to his diet based on some lab work that he received. Nothing serious, however, left unchecked, it could turn into something serious. So, being the loving wife that I am, and the fact that I love him so much that I want him around living his best life, I started gradually making those changes for him (bc I am the one who cooks and shops for the family). At first there was a struggle with my husband. He wanted what he wanted, not necessarily what he needed. Soon he started to see the validity of the changes and started to own them. Now, 6 months later, he can look back and see that even though it wasn’t what he wanted, he made the changes that were needed. That is the same with God. He gives us what we need, not necessarily what we want. He too does it out of love for us and to see us live our best and purposed  life here on earth. ”Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show

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