Settle In To Friday 3/6/2026

 Good Morning,

What a way to start a morning. I just poured a hot cup of Door County Inn Keepers Blend Coffee and it is time to write. 

Sometimes life gets to be a little too much to handle. Life seems to pile up a big ration of confusion, hurt, anger or makes us aware of all of our mistakes. Somewhere along the way we just decide to move on from the sorrow, anger, emotional pain, embarrassments, or issues that seem to last a lifetime. 

We get our dander up and we just move on and put all that garbage into our rear view mirror. But is that what God really wants us to do? Running away, starting over, or hiding from the past might not be His plan. There are times when the escape route get's blocked and God returns us right back to where we were running from. Or He clearly wants us to move on and we in doubt and fear crawl back to the relationship or issue that we were escaping from which is really no good for us. 

In the book of  Genesis, God clearly wanted Lot and His family to move on from Sodom and Gomorrah.

But Lot's wife looked back after being instructed not to even take a peek. What we leave behind is not worth going back to or it is toxic to the soul.

Genesis 19:26 NKJV But his wife looked back behind him and she became a pillar of salt. 

On the other hand, there are times when we are running away, but God takes us right back to where we began running from, which at times is the right choice and better option.

Luke 15:17-18 NKJV But when he came to himself, he said, "How many of my father's hired servants have bread enough and to spare, and I perish with hunger.  18. I will arise and go to my Father and say to him. Father I have sinned against heaven and before you. 

The key to the story today is to know God's plan for you and then follow it. Do we go back and mend fences or move on and build new fences?

Jeremiah 29:11 NIV For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. 

Food for thought. I think I will go and enjoy the heat from the fireplace and have another cup of coffee.

God bless. 

Marty

What Kind Of Friend Are You? 3/5/2026

 Good Morning.

I am very content with my seat at my desk and the hot cup of Door County Country Morning Blend Coffee that is steaming next to me. 

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. 10. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up.

We all in one way or another desire to have friends, or to be friendly ourselves.  I have friends who pray for me whenever God leads them to and most of the time I don't even know that they prayed for me.  They are faithful with their prayers. Others will pick up the phone or send a text to ask how I am doing. 

In praying for a friend, God may lead you to go above and beyond a little bit. I asked in today's title 'What Kind Of Friend Are You"? Are you one with a soft heart for people? Are you willing to ask God what to do for your friends? Can you be stirn with a friend if they need  some chastising? Can you be called upon late in the night? 

A good friend sees a need and is there without even being asked to do so. They are friendly 24 hours a day. They put others first and do not expect anything in return.  So be friendly and let God lead you as to how to be a friend today.

God bless,

Marty 

Deep In Thought Today 3/4/2026

 Good Morning, 

My choice for my morning beverage is Door County Almond Toffee Coffee and it is time to write.

I have a lot on my mind today and for many reasons. I for sure will be in prayer and quiet as I sort out my thoughts, and emotions. I am missing a family member who is no longer with us, it would be his earthly birthday today. I envy his birthday experience in heaven this fine morning. 

Romans 12:2 NKJV And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God. 

I will relive some memories in my mind for awhile today and then pour myself into the day God has given me. Basically I will give my self a reboot spiritually, and emotionally.I often perform a reboot by sitting back and counting my blessings. Then giving thanks for those blessings gets me back on track.

Food for thought.

Marty

Exhale, Breathe, And Trust 3/3/2026

 Good Morning,

My hot cup of Door County Almond Toffee Coffee is sitting next to me and the aroma is leading me to drink some more this morning. 

On a global scale we have war raging in Iran this week. Oil prices are high so everything that requires shipping will be more expensive. Dear friends of mine are watching their bed ridden son slowly die from the impacts of a lifelong battle with cancer.  Some home will be undergoing a family split. Two more shootings took place just in my part of the world. What went up up up with the stock market seems to want to go down, down down. Some flag draped coffins will be finding their way back home and a families will be hurting like never before. 

I don't know about you but it seems like the world is out of control. I found myself looking for comfort within God's word as I asked "Hey God Are You Out There?"

It is not that God isn't out there. It is the fact that I am judging Him not on trust but on what I see. Shame on me. God's word is clear that we need to trust in God despite what we see. 

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge and submit to Him and He will make your paths straight.

Our plans might not always work out. But God's plans never fail 

Isaiah 5:8-9 "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways." declares the Lord.  "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts. 

Trust in God will help us to navigate through these uncertain times. Pray my friends. 

God bless.

Marty

Advice For A Monday 3/2/2026

 Good Morning,

I am slowly sipping on a hot cup of Door County German Chocolate Cake Coffee and resting as I write.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven.

2. A time to be born, And a time to die; A time to plant, And a time to pluck what is planted.

3. A time to kill, And a time to heal; And a time to break down, And a time to build up;

4. A time to weep, And a time to laugh; A time to mourn, And a time to dance;

5.A time to cast away stones, And a time to gather stones; A time to embrace, And a time to refrain from embracing;

6. A time to gain, And a time to lose; A time to keep, And a time to throw away.

7. A time to tear, And a time to sew; A time to keep silence, And a time to speak.

8. A time to love, And a time to hate; A time of war, And a time of peace. 

Monday snuck in like a thief in the night and it is here to stay. I experienced a pretty busy weekend the last few days and I am a little bit worn and torn from the time spent outside. I have to say that the three days being as busy as they were showed me one thing. I am no youngster anymore!

My point for today is this my friends. Time slows down for no one. It seems like just yesterday these two legs of mine could hunt for eight hours and go again the next day without too much effort. Now, I hunt for four hours and then I am still sore the next day.  But here is my point, I still try to do my best and enjoy life with the things I do, but mix in some moderation. I am making my goal for the future to still be active and do the things I enjoy as much as possible. I however will not moderate time spent with friends and family and most of all God. I think as my activities in the outdoors may decrease a little, my time with friends, family and God will increase. 

It is a win win situation any way you look at it. So heed the warnings your body might be giving you and don't sit in a comfortable chair that begins to attach itself to your rear end. There is time for everything. Sometimes the time needs to be rearranged a little.

God bless,

Marty

Favorite Bible Verse 3/1/2026

 Good Morning, 

The Door County German Chocolate Cake Coffee woke me up and placed a call to me to come to the kitchen for my first cup. It is time to write. 

I was taking a short survey and in the survey it asked me what my favorite Bible verse is. I find that to be difficult to answer. I have to say my favorite verse is the one I just read and it spoke to my heart. The one I like best is the one God led me to in that moment. The last one that just made me feel good, or instructed me is my favorite for that moment in time.

If I were to say that one Bible verse out of 66 books  is my favorite would make me whimsical at best. 

But for today I will take a shot at picking one. 

Matthew 11:28-30 "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. 29. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you find rest for your souls. 30. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."

My point for the day is this. You can't have a favorite verse if you haven't opened the book. Trust me. There is a least one in there for you.

God Bless,

Marty

I Can't Explain Why 2/28/2026

 Good Morning, 

There is a hot mug of Door County Breakfast Blend Coffee keeping me company this morning and it is time to write. 

When I am driving in my truck alone, I hardly ever travel without music in the truck. There is just something about a moving vehicle and music that makes me feel good. My choices for music range quite wide. I enjoy older Gospel music especially when it is sung by Elvis. Then I might switch to the old Country Western music. If the drive is a long one I might turn the genre to some Beach music and 50s and 60's rock music. If I am still in the truck I will listen to some newer country tunes. 

You just formed an opinion as to what kind of guy listens to such a mixture of music. 

Matthew 7:1 Judge not. That you be not judged.  

James 3:5 Likewise, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts.Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. 

I am sharing this with all of you, for what reason I do not know! My point for the day is this. Each person is different and music is just one arena of differences. But I don't really see or hear anyone spitting in the face of another person over a tune. 

Yes, we all have an opinion or choices in politics, but is it necessary to be so darn nasty to each other? The burst of anger you show today, might just come back at you and it might come back a hundred fold. When you purse those lips to spit, you might just have lit the fuse of an unneeded or unwanted confrontation. You are responsible for your own actions. 

Let's have a nice Saturday and promote love, joy, and peace. I am declaring my windshield as a no spit zone. 

God bless,

Marty