Good Day - May 1, 2026 · Rooted and Rising

Good Day - May 1, 2026

This morning, before I opened my devotion book, I took a pause.

This week, I learned that I was receiving an unexpected $321 bonus at work. I was excited and proud of myself. I referred $1M to our Small Business team in 2025. That bonus was a total surprise and an absolute blessing. When I receive unexpected provision, I donate a portion to one of my favorite charities. Blessing to blessing.. 💟

It’s rent week. My normal paycheck deposited into my checking account - rent will consume the entire deposit. I am traveling for work in the next week, so, I was happy to know there would be funds, not only to donate but also for my upcoming trip.

Even though I will be reimbursed for what I spend, the “extra” was going to be most helpful.

Guess what? The bonus was not deposited. I do not have that “extra” yet.

During my morning devotion time, I sat for a minute, before opening my devo book.

Even though it was disappointing, maybe even frustrating - at first, that it didn’t hit the bank account, it was just that, extra. So, how could I be upset about something I wasn’t expecting in the first place.

I simply thanked God for always providing what I need. Knowing that I have NEVER been without.

Not ever.

I know I am always provided for, but God.

So, this would be no different.

I asked Him to clear my mind of the noise and open my heart for what He had for me - then I opened Jesus Calling - my daily devotion book, here is what I read:

May 1, 2026

THE PRESENT MOMENT is the point at which time intersects eternity. It is also the place where you can encounter Me - your eternal Savior. So keep your thoughts focused on the present as much as you can, enjoying My Presence here and now.

Invite Me into whatever you are engaged in. Ask me to help you do your work heartily. Working collaboratively with Me lightens your load and enables you to be more effective. Share with Me not only your work but also you leisure - thanking Me for both. When something upsets you, don’t let fearful or obsessive thoughts take over your mind. Instead, talk with Me about whatever is troubling you. Then can all your anxiety on Me, knowing that I care for you.

If you ask, I will open you eyes and awaken you heart so you can see more fully all that the present contains. I delight in meeting with you in your wide-awake heart! I came into the world so that you may have life in abundance - til it overflows.

Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men. - Colossians 3:23

Cast all you ranxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7

The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I cam that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, til it overflows). John 10:10

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We sometimes forget who is actually in control.

I was reminded this morning, that “extra” is not needed now.

He provides all we need.

Giving God all the glory this and every morning.

Reminding myself, HE has me - He loves me - He NEVER FAILS.

So, cast all of your fear and anxiety on him - knowing He loves you and cares for you - and came so you could enjoy life in abundance.

Glory be to God,

Christine

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