HIMPower Magazine HimPower April 2018 | Page 5

Editor’s Note Welcome back HimPower family, I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we reflect on the suffering of Christ and the commemora- tion of his resurrection at Easter, let us be reminded daily of the price Jesus paid for us. I have found one of the best ways to do this is to be deliberate in connecting with him in a meaningful way each day. In addition to prayer, I find reading my daily devotional and meditating on the message along with feeding my spirit through songs of praise does wonders to lift my spirits and help keep me connected with him. It’s how I stay in a “good place” when things are chaotic around me. Perhaps you’ve found something else that works just as well for you. The important thing is to try whatever works best and be consistent with it. As you go through the day with your heart and mind turned toward Jesus with a grateful heart, he will reward your effort by helping you to get through the day with a clearer focus, less stress and greater peace. And if you are laboring for him in the vineyard, be encouraged in the faith. Some- times the journey can feel long, your efforts futile and filled with exhaustion as fatigue clouds your thoughts and zaps you of phys- ical energy. I am a living witness, on those days, he will strengthen your heart, your mind and your body when you pray and ask him to help you. So, don’t lose hope or sight of his goodness and stay connected with him while you’re going through. Even on your toughest day, he is right there with you-- ready at a moment’s notice to come when you call his name. Just say, “Jesus” and watch what happens! Blessings… Carol www.himpowermagazine.com  5