FRIDAY ~ PERSPECTIVE & GRATITUDE Inside. Bundled. Warm bed. Cold pressing in. Heart expanding. I stayed in bed a little longer this morning, wrapped in layers, listening to the quiet hum of winter while having my quiet time talking to the Lord. I just heard the weather report—Extreme Cold Watch in effect from Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon. We haven’t had a winter like this in years. It been the longest stretch of time I can remember staying bundled just to step outside the house. I’ll admit—there are moments I long for a break in the temperatures. For the ease of running errands without piling on layers, scarves, gloves, hats. You bundle up to face the cold, then step into warm stores and suddenly feel like you’re carrying a load—too warm, shedding layers, trying not to sweat in winter clothes. It’s all part of the season. And this morning, instead of complaining, I find myself grateful. Grateful to live here on Long Island, New York—one of the few places where you truly experience all four seasons, each distinct and vibrant in its own way. Winter, with its deep cold and generous snow, has a way of covering all the impurities—softening the landscape, making everything look fresh and new. Fall brings the most breathtaking foliage I’ve ever seen. And I’ve lived all over the world. The colors here—rich reds, glowing golds, deep ambers—feel like a final celebration before rest. Spring… oh, spring. Watching the first buds appear on the trees, and my cherry tree bursting into full bloom with the softest pastel pink flowers—it’s nothing short of breathtaking. And summer—never too extreme—made joyful by lakes, beaches, and the Atlantic Ocean just thirty minutes away. The drives out East along the North Shore, lush green trees, vineyards, farm animals grazing, and farm stands offering fresh fruits, vegetables, and cold lemonade—it all feels so alive. So refreshing. Thinking about the seasons this morning makes today’s bitter cold feel lighter. Temporary. Purposeful.

Hi there, Ever wonder how does glutathione work in my body? Let’s break it down! Glutathione is a supercharged antioxidant that your body makes naturally. It’s produced inside your cells, and it does some pretty amazing things. First, it helps neutralize those pesky free radicals and reactive oxygen species—these are the harmful molecules that can cause cell damage, aging, and even disease. By neutralizing them, glutathione keeps your cells safe and reduces inflammation. But that’s not all. Glutathione plays a big role in supporting your immune system, helping your body fight off infections and illnesses. It works like a support system for your immune cells, making them stronger and more efficient. When it comes to detoxifying your body, glutathione is your go-to. It’s like a detox hero in the liver, helping your body eliminate toxins, heavy metals, and pollutants, keeping everything running smoothly. Glutathione also helps fuel your cells’ powerhouses—your mitochondria—giving you the energy you need to keep going throughout the day. That’s why it helps fight fatigue and keeps your energy levels up. And let’s not forget your brain! Glutathione protects your neurons from damage and helps keep your mind sharp, improving memory and clarity. That’s why maintaining good glutathione levels is so important for long-term brain health. Now, when it comes to raising your glutathione levels, Immunocal® is the superior choice. Unlike supplements that just add pre-made glutathione, Immunocal® provides your body with the building blocks it needs to naturally produce its own glutathione.

You’ve lost so much. Time wasted in relationships that went nowhere. Years stolen by addiction or negative patterns of poor choices. Opportunities missed because of fear or betrayal. Dreams deferred by circumstances beyond your control. The devastation feels irreversible, and you wonder if you’ll ever recover what’s been taken from you. But God specializes in restoration. The principle of sevenfold restitution is found in Proverbs 6:31 where a thief caught stealing must repay seven times what they took. That’s a picture of how God operates. When the enemy steals from you through sin, suffering, or circumstance, God doesn’t just restore what was lost. He multiplies it. Author and theologian A.W. Tozer once wrote, “It is doubtful whether God can bless a man greatly until He has hurt him deeply.” The very losses you’ve experienced position you for a level of blessing you couldn’t have received otherwise. What Satan meant for destruction, God intends to use as the setup for your greatest comeback. Jeremiah 29:11 – Plans to Give You Hope and a Future For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Isaiah 40:31 – They Will Renew Their Strength But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Joel 2:25 – I Will Repay You for the Years the Locusts Have Eaten I will repay you for the years the locusts have eaten—the great locust and the young locust, the other locusts and the locust swarm—my great army that I sent among you. Job 42:10 – The Lord Gave Him Twice as Much After Job had prayed for his friends, the Lord restored his fortunes and gave him twice as much as he had before.

God won’t fill a net you refuse to throw. In Luke 5, Peter was washing empty nets after an unproductive night. Tired. Frustrated. Ready to go home. Then Jesus said something unusual: “Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets…” Peter had every reason to say no. He had experience. He had logic. Everything in him said, “This won’t work.” But he obeyed… and his empty nets nearly sank the boat. This is the Empty Net Principle: God fills effort, not excuses. Peter didn’t see a miracle until he moved. Your miracle is always tied to your motion. People pray for abundance while standing still with clean, unused nets. God blesses hustle. God rewards movement. God multiplies action. The deep is where the blessing is but the deep is uncomfortable. Jesus didn’t say, “Cast your net right here on the shore.” He said, “Launch out into the deep.” Deep places require: • risk • faith • obedience • leaving your comfort zone Shallow effort never produces deep blessings. Your obedience creates overflow for others. Peter’s net-breaking catch was so big he needed partners to help him pull it in. When you obey, your business becomes a blessing factory. Overflow is Heaven’s endorsement. God didn’t ask Peter if he felt ready He asked if he was willing. Readiness is a feeling. Willingness is a decision. Peter chose willingness… and stepped into abundance.

Getting older isn’t something to fear, it’s something to honor. It doesn’t take away your beauty, your worth, or your spark. If anything, it reveals who you truly are beneath all the noise. Each passing year doesn’t diminish you, it shapes you. It softens what needs softening, strengthens what needs strengthening, and teaches you to release the things that were never yours to hold, the need to impress, to fit in, to be everything for everyone. What remains is the truest version of you: a person built from lived experiences, quiet wisdom, compassion, and resilience. The lines on your face aren’t marks of aging — they’re stories of every smile, every tear, every moment that shaped your heart. The gray strands in your hair aren’t dull — they’re a shining crown, proof that you’ve lived fully and bravely. Growing older teaches you to love more deeply, to speak more honestly, to cherish what matters and let go of what doesn’t. It doesn’t make you less significant — it makes you richer, wiser, and more extraordinary. So welcome each new year with gratitude instead of fear, for the chance to expand, to evolve, and to continue becoming the most powerful version of yourself.