I continue to be challenged by the words—life-giving. Yesterday I listened to Anita Lustrea’s podcast. She and her guest, Sharon Swing—discussed in part that which is life-giving. It was a helpful and thought-provoking discussion.

Being the writer person that I am, I followed Anita and Sharon’s prompt and started a few lists in my journal—

• What is life-giving to me?*
• What is life-draining to me?*
• What are my life-giving rhythms?*
• Am I life-giving to myself and others? In what ways?

Today was a busy day of errands, appointments, phone calls, etc. It would be easy for me to miss the life-giving part of my day. Sitting in a waiting room I worked on my lists. What is life-giving to me?

• My time outside on our deck on the porch swing.
• These crazy two dogs as.
• Writing this short, end-of-the day blog.

These things and many more add joy, grace, and peace to my life. Being mindful of what is life-giving makes me love my life even more and be forever thankful to God.

Think about what is life-giving to you. Maybe even listen to Anita’s podcast and let me know what you think.

*http://anitalustrea.com/faith-conversation/sharon-swing-episode-87/

Brenda Garrison is an author and speaker who empowers women with the confidence to live their calling. Brenda is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Ministry Leadership with a Concentration in Women’s Ministry at Moody Bible Institute. She and her husband, Gene, are the parents of three young adult daughters and live near Metamora, IL.