Sometimes, I look back on Day’s Journey to see how far the Lord has carried me—not just from years ago, but even yesterday. Even when I look back years in my journals, those small prayers ministered to me. For example, when I remember where I was spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and physically this time in 2021,…
Author: Lisa Rene Delgado
I enjoy writing, drawing, photography, and gardening. I like to do things on a whim, and laughter is my way of breaking a cold, mean spirit, so the jokes are almost daily, especially in hard times. I am more of a student than a teacher; we can learn much from others with a teachable spirit. I believe in Jesus Christ, and I know that without Him, I could not get through the moments of each day. I have lived with depression most of my life. That is my Mahle, which means (Weakness). Through Day's Journey, Jesus helps me get through each day by talking to me, loving me, and by His encouraging Word. Time spent with Him enables me to press on and see things from His Perspective and the perspective of others; I believe we can find nuggets of wisdom if we are willing to learn and listen to others' cultures and life experiences. We can learn from the mouths of babes, nature, and animals; even the ant is a great teacher if we are willing to walk in our Day's Journey with an open mind and heart with our Great Teacher, Jesus Christ, who all things were made, and holds all things together for our good.
Kingdom Builders
Recently, I met a friend for coffee. To be clear, it was not a date. We met for coffee, and he showed me what he was working on. After we ordered our coffees and they were ready, he immediately got up and brought them to the table. I was grateful. But after I finished my…
Daughter, My Daughter
“He did not call me a caretaker first. He called me daughter.” When I was a child, I remember longing for a father and a mother. I saw my mother on the weekends when she came to pay my grandmother for watching my brother and me. But I did not know she was my mother…
Joppa: When Father’s Day Feels Different
Children’s Day Journey Father’s Day was coming to the meadow. Some of the little animals were busy making cards.Some were picking wildflowers.Some were talking about picnics, hugs, and special breakfasts. But not everyone felt happy. Joppa the Ostrich stood near the edge of the meadow, looking down at her long feet. She wanted to be…
Day’s Journey Youth: When Father’s Day Is Not Simple
Father’s Day was coming, and the school halls were full of reminders. Cards.Posters.Announcements.Students talking about barbecues, gifts, and weekend plans. Some were excited. But not everyone. Matthias sat at the lunch table with his friends, quietly turning his water bottle in his hands. His father had died almost five years ago. And even though Matthias…
For Those Who Struggle on Father’s Day
Father’s Day is coming, and for many people it is a day of celebration. For others, it is a day they try to survive quietly. Some never knew their fathers. Some were abandoned by their fathers.Some were abused by the very man who should have protected them.Some lost their fathers too soon. Some had fathers…
Remember When
I wanted to begin by writing about the culture I grew up in, as though it were the only culture that demanded loyalty at the cost of truth. But then I realized this is not limited to one family, one people, or one background. This is the way of a fallen world. In a fallen…
Day’s Journey Youth: The Contract
Before You Sign the Agreement Matthias Learns to Read Carefully and Pray for Wisdom:Lord Jesus, teach us to slow down before we agree to anything. Give us wisdom, discernment, courage, and humility to choose what is right in Your sight. Amen. Matthias could hardly believe it. He had been picked for the team. Not just…
Today: The Contract
Day’s Journey Reflection Before You Sign the Agreement Lord Jesus, search our hearts. Teach us to live in agreement with You—not only with our words, but with justice, mercy, humility, and truth. Amen. Before starting a job, leasing an apartment, buying a house, receiving medical attention, or entering just about any agreement, there is usually…
Porky Pine Preacher and the Laughing Hyena’s
Children’s Day’s Journey Porky Pine Preacher and Hayenna’s Laughing Words Choosing Jesus When Others Mock You Quiet Prayer Dear Jesus, help us listen to Your Word with our whole hearts. Teach us to Love others deeply, even when they laugh at us for following You. Amen. The Story One sunny morning, Porky Pine Preacher sat…