by Paige McClatchie | Aug 9, 2026 | Inspiration From The Mountain
“And seeing the multitudes, He went up on a mountain, and when He was seated His disciples came to Him. Then He opened His mouth and taught them, saying: ‘Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.’” Matthew 5:1–3 (NKJV) Have you ever...
by Paige McClatchie | Aug 7, 2026 | Inspiration From The Mountain
Every few months my doctor prescribes high-dose steroids to treat polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR). When it flares, simple things become difficult. Getting out of the car takes planning. Stairs seem twice as tall as they used to be. Even sitting at the organ becomes an...
by Paige McClatchie | Aug 5, 2026 | Inspiration From The Mountain
“Peace is not found in winning the argument but in preserving the relationship.” — PEACEMAKER: A Twelve Session Journey into the Heart of God’s Peace It’s a wonderful quote…until someone takes something that belongs to you. That’s when the real question surfaces. What...
by Paige McClatchie | Aug 3, 2026 | Inspiration From The Mountain
The empty chair sits alone at the end of the table. No one reaches for the plate beside it, yet it becomes the first thing you see when you enter the room. Almost every home has an empty chair. Sometimes it waits for someone who will return. Sometimes it reminds us of...
by Laurel Mountain Ministries | Aug 1, 2026 | Inspiration From The Mountain
“I am going fishing.” (John 21:3, NKJV.) Peter’s words revealed a man who no longer knew his purpose. Jesus’ resurrection changed everything, yet Peter carried the burden of his denial and the uncertainty of what came next. When people lose direction, they often...
by Laurel Mountain Ministries | Jul 30, 2026 | Inspiration From The Mountain
Quality devotions flow from the intersection of Scripture and experience. Neither practiced writing nor clever formatting can substitute for the heartfelt sharing of a simple truth discovered along life’s journey. That is the essence of an inspirational devotion....
