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Beyond the Mirror week 44 “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” (Psalm 46:10, ESV). REFLECTION : Sitting on ‘my rock’ in early fall I watched my husband standing in the cool water. His fly rod whipping back and forth. I smiled at the geese squawking overhead. In front of me, I saw a fish jump. A couple mallards were making their way downstream, effortlessly parting the water. Earlier, I had strained my neck to see a bald eagle.Nature at its best. God’s creation; from the stable rock jutting out over the river, to the variety of birds and fish. All speaking volumes to my spirit. I took in all the things He had spoken into existence. Creations that created within me a sense of peacefulness beyond comprehension. It was in the silence that I heard Him so well. Certainly nothing I could ever create for myself. And in the natural silence of our West Virginia hills, I felt God. His peace embraced

Beyond the Mirror Week 43 REFLECTION “As a man thinks in his heart, so is he.” The verse kept running through my mind as I tried to focus. But focus I couldn’t. Too many wayward thoughts. For crying out loud, why couldn't I just focus on the dishes? Just wash the plate. Rise it. Put it in the rack. And another. Just do it. Before long, I realized that by focusing on the task at hand, I could take my thoughts capative. Otherwise, they were holding me captive. Sighing, I decided to finish the task at hand. I could take my thoughts captive. One at a time. Keep me in perfect peace, Father, as I focus my mind on You (Isaiah 26:3). IMAGINE THIS If we treated our mind like we do our car, we’d be more in control of our thoughts. When driving, if we find ourselves lost, typically, for women anyway, (sorry guys but you know I’m right here) we turn down the radio, ask for directions, reboot the navigation system, and stop moving forward if we can.

Beyond the Mirror week 42  “So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom” ( Psalm 90:12, ESV). REFLECTION I’d squirm and she’d give me the look. I’d yawn and she’d swat my leg. I’d giggle and she’d threaten me with my big brother. Church...again...Twice a week. Sometimes more...the point was moot - wasn’t it? But then again... I can still recall my mom’s stories of “All day meetin’s and dinner on the ground”.  According to her, the entire community would spend Sundays at church - all day Sunday - and walk home by lantern light. Her reply of “It’s just what folks did back then” didn't answer my question of why they'd want to! Apparently, those folks weren’t  in a rush to leave God’s house. They’d tarry a bit, sing from hymnals, listen to the preacher, and eat together. Kids would nap under the pews, no electronic gadgets to calm them down or occupy their wandering minds. They built relationships, with God and one another, learning t

Our devotional readings from this week have shown us seven ways in which we can touch Jesus. We touch Jesus when we are patient, repentant, and obedient. When our faith is stronger than doubt and fear and we approach Him with a tender, humble heart. We touch Jesus when we display dependence upon His strength and wisdom while being submissive to His will. I pray you have enjoyed this week's Bible study on Touching Jesus as much as I have. Be blessed this weekend y'all, In Christ with love and compassion - Coach Kelly #BeyondTheMirror  #YourLifeCoachingWV ~  Touching Jesus week 41 Scripture Re-Cap: Sunday (Faithful) 1 Samuel 13:14 Monday (Patient) Lamentations 3:25 Tuesday (Repentant) 1 John 1:9 Wednesday (Obedient) Psalm 23:3 Thursday (Submission) Proverbs 3:5-6 Friday (Humble) Psalm 9:10 Saturday (Dependent) Psalm 139:4

Happy Thursday y'all! I was praying yesterday and this thought occurred to me: We all want smooth rides and calm waters; but in WV (and life) bumpy roads lead to mountaintops. And mountaintops offer the best views. But getting there can be rough. Narrow, washboard-like roads full of turns and potholes can be a deterrent. But once there? Oh y'all! Magnificence! The same holds true on our journey through life. It's rough at times, but on the other side is heaven. And heaven will be spectacular! Touching Jesus (and being touched by Him) holds many promises and offers us hope and direction on how to navigate this journey. And we touch Jesus when our faith is stronger than doubt and fear. We've just gotta keep going, in faith, believing that the best is yet to come! Enjoy your life, trust in Jesus, and b e blessed today y'all. Coach Kelly Week 41 "Touching Jesus" #BeyondTheMirror  #Yourlifecoachingwv

Lets do blessed today y'all...we can't do perfect, that ain't natural...But...we can do real, we can do "us", we've just gotta walk closely to Jesus and do our best. We're gonna mess up...but He's already taken the heat for that mess...so let's do Him proud! #YourLifeCoachingWV #BeyondTheMirror "Touching Jesus" week 41 In Christ with love and compassion, Coach Kelly

Unless you see it in person, there is no way to describe the peaceful beauty of WV's Corridor H this time of year. Nor can we adequately explain God's love and grace to someone else. Each of us has to accept Him for ourselves. Experience Him for ourselves. But...we can draw folks to Him when they see Christ alive in us. Going to church is great and all, but it's what we do with what we learn that defines us as a Christian. Good days, not so good days, rotten days...no matter the day...we have to choose, on purpose, to let Him shine through. So others can see hope, joy, peace...Jesus...when they look beyond their mirror's reflection. + + + This week has been interesting for me. I did the usual plus a little more. This week's Bible study has changed me - inside.  Even when a troubling phone call came in - when work was more hectic than normal - I still felt Him near. Through it all, I felt God's peace. Here's the funny thing: on the outside, I a

"Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth"   (2 Timothy 2:15, ESV). REFLECTION I watched the crowd as they... Smiled. Clicked. Frowned. Smiled again. Snapped one more. The smile replaced by a big grin. Finally! They captured it. Hurry #tag that! Hit post. Ignored were the game and smiling companions all around. But alas, all over campus, satisfied at last were multiple attempts for the ultimate selfie. IMAGINE THIS Have you ever considered your reflection? Not the physical one that looks back from the looking glass or lens. Your true reflection – the one beyond the mirror?  How would you describe it? The reflection that depicts your character? What about your neighbors? What synonyms would they use to describe you? Would their summary words vary depending upon how well they knew you? Of course they would!  How a