This summer, Nana asked me a question out of the blue, “What’s one thing I could do to improve our marriage?” That’s like getting one wish from a genie bottle. I don’t even remember what I said. I just remember thinking “oh no, I should probably ask her the same thing.” I summoned the courage to ask the same question.
I think Nana knew I needed a soft pitch. Give him an easy win. She said, “You could leave the espresso machine on for me in the morning.” Seriously? That’s it? I can do that. I got this.
So the first morning, I did. Left it on. Second morning, I thought I know she takes her espresso shot with collagen protein. I put two scoops in and left her coffee cup out ready to go. Third morning, with a spoon in it.
Then I had an idea. Nana had been enjoying positive declarations from a book. I prayed and thought about what Bible verse may be encouraging for her. What words may strengthen her heart? For the last two months or so, Nana’s comes out in the morning to espresso machine on, favorite mug out with collagen, spoon, and Bible verse with encouraging words.
Honesty, these Bible verses may be more meaningful to me. During the past month of testing and then finding this malignant mass, it’s been a huge strength to me. Declaring God’s truth. Standing on His Word. Trusting in what is sure and unchanging.
Jesus said, “Give us this day our daily bread.” We really do need daily spiritual bread. Your internal spiritual strength comes from storing a little bit of God’s Word into your heart every day. However, whenever, wherever works best for you. Be determined to be spiritually strong.