It all started long ago when I was just a young kid, super excited to get my very own personalized book for Christmas. It was an adventure story where I traveled all over collecting letters. Once all the letters were collected together, it spelled the word PEACE. 

Flash forward to my confirmation day. On the front of my keepsake certificate, I was given my confirmation verse: Peace I leave with you; "My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid" (John 14:27).

As a mother, I had two premature babies, with one who struggled so much, that I longed for him to have peace, wherever that may be. After two months, he found that peace safe in the arms of Jesus.

My favorite part of a church service is the end ... when the pastor gives the benediction "... and give you His peace."

It took me a while to catch on to this theme throughout my life. God's peace has been such a comfort and energizer for me. Do you have something similar that draws you closer to the Lord wherever and whenever you are in need? Do you remember your confirmation verse? Have there been extra special moments in your LWML journey? Reflect on how God sustains you, and how in doing so, He does great things through you.

If you would like to take this further than two minutes, click on this link, ( Stillness in the Seasons of Life ) to view or print "Stillness in the Seasons of Life," one of the many wonderful Bible Studies and resources LWML has for growing your faith. Once refreshed through His Word, let's go out and "Serve the Lord with Gladness!"

In Fervent Gratitude,

Jane Morris
LWML Iowa West District President
2018–2022

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“I was blind, but now I see!” (John 9:25b NIV).

Jesus appeared before Mary Magdalene, but she did not know that it was He. Her eyes were opened when He called her by name.

She told the disciples, “I have seen the Lord.” They did not believe her because they had not seen Him.

Jesus joined Cleopas and Simon on the road to Emmaus, but He did not reveal himself to them. Their eyes were opened when Jesus broke bread with them.

Poor Thomas is known throughout history as doubting. In those days, I would have been that doubting person.

Thankfully, we have God’s Word to open our eyes and hearts. We have our LWML sisters to Engage, Encourage, and Equip us to Serve the Lord with Gladness. May our hearts burn within us as the scriptures are opened to us, and we share the Good News of Christ’s abundant love and saving grace.   

Easter Blessings.

He Is Risen. He Is Risen, Indeed! Alleluia!

Marilee Ryan
LWML Washington-Alaska District President
2018–2022

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Pray without ceasing, (I Thessalonians 5:17).

The power of prayer cannot be measured, often cannot be seen, but is a certainty. There are almost 100 references to prayer in my Bible’s Concordance. Prayer is important. Jesus himself prayed. He taught us to pray. 

Mustard Seeds and Mustard Seed Devotion Booklets are great resources for prayers when you find yourself wondering what or how to pray for someone or something. As a musician, I mentally sing prayers — verses of memorized hymns or the first lines of a hymn that really spoke to me at a recent worship service. In today’s world of pain and suffering, I find Psalms and hymns filled with just the words that I need and the certainty that my prayers are heard by my Heavenly Father.

Margaret Kistler
LWML Iowa East District President
2018–2022

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Abide with me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me (John 15:4).

For a long time, I had a grapevine heart wreath on the wall of my home. It was beautiful, but never produced any grapes. It was dead and not connected to any source of life. In John 15 Jesus uses a grapevine as a metaphor for an abundant, productive life. We as believers are the branches and Christ is the Vine. When we are connected to the vine, we bear fruit.

How do we stay connected to Christ?

1. Be in the Word
The best way to stay connected to Christ is spend time daily in the Word. A few minutes every day will keep you focused on the truth of the Scripture in an ever-changing world. Sign up for LWML Daily Devotions at www.lwml.org. These short devotions are delivered right to your email inbox.

2. Pray without ceasing
Taking time to pray every day will help you focus on the blessings rather than burdens. Pray for our LWML mission grants. A prayer journal allows you to look back and see God’s faithfulness to answer your prayers.

3. Be in Worship
When we attend worship services we grow in our faith. We can work together to share God’s love with those around us and support one another in joy and sorrow. We don’t have to go it alone.

Abide in Christ.

Debbie Yocky
LWML Rocky Mountain District President
2018–2020

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Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer (Psalm 19:14).

Recently, this question has been asked: “What is your word for this year?” There are joyful and loving words, encouraging words, healing words, hurting words, and courageous words. As the day unfolds before you, think of the words you will use in sharing the love of the Lord. At times it may be the silent words of a hand reaching out or the words of opportunity to simply say “thank you.” The most precious words are the words of the Lord.  “but the word of the Lord remains forever.” And this word is the good news that was preached to you (1 Peter 1:25).

What words will you use today? And how will you use them? If words do not come easy, perhaps sharing an LWML Mustard Seed Devotion may be all it is necessary to encourage someone’s day. Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body (Proverbs 16:24).

Carmen Nagel
LWML Oregon District President
2016–2020

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Each one of us has made promises in our lifetime for various reasons and at special times to our friends or loves ones. Some are easily kept while others may still be pending or forgotten.

For instance, I promised my son I would make him a special quilt; however, I did not specify when it would be complete. He trusts my promise that he will receive the quilt someday but does not know when. Does this sound familiar?

He shall bruise your head, and you shall bruise his heel (Genesis 3:15b).

God’s people trusted His promise, made to Adam and Eve, to send a Savior. Throughout the centuries, His people recalled this promise, not knowing when this would happen. In the fullness of time, God kept His promise.

And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger (Luke 2:7a).

Now we know and believe that this promised Savior was given to all as a gift. However, many do not know about this promise. As Lutheran Women in Mission, we are equipped to share this gift with our neighbors through our Mite Box offerings, our acts of kindness, and our prayers. Can we do this with boldness and confidence? Yes! We can do this through the Holy Spirit working and guiding us even as Jesus promised before He ascended into heaven. Trusting this promise, we are bold to speak of God’s promises fulfilled in Christ.

Lois Anderson
LWML Utah-Idaho District President
2018–2022

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Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God (Philippians 4:6 NIV).

What a blessing to meditate on my district convention theme “Jesus is in Control.”

It is Good News is a world that is filled with uncertainty and struggle. Jesus is with us no matter what. In the good times and in the challenging times, Jesus remains in control. Jesus is in control of the many things going on in the life of baptized believers.

It is easy to lose sight of this biblical truth, especially when times of trial begin to overwhelm you. You may wonder if God is really in control. You might question if God is in control, but in faith, you can trust that He is the One who works for your ultimate good.

During these challenging times, the Holy Spirit leads us to look upon the cross and see that Jesus truly does work all things for the good of those who love Him and that He is in complete control.

As a Lutheran Woman in Mission, Bible studies from LWML can help during those challenging times. Check out free and downloadable short/single session studies here.

Darlene Keca
LWML English District President
2018–2020

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