Friends start their day with typical morning routines and learn about how to incorporate God into every day.

Illustrates words in such categories as people, places, things, animals, and opposites.

This daily devotional book has been a God-led inspiration from its very start-up; from its original Bible verse and note of encouragement to some coworkers and family members to people around the world via my email network. Our God is so awesome! I've had people return emails to me or speak to me and ask, "How did you know that I needed that today?" or "How did you know I was going through this?" That is when I thankfully remind them that God inspired each and every one of these devotionals. I am just being faithful and following His directions. Now I'm led to put them into a year of daily devotions book to reach others. Occasionally, my emailed devotionals have colored photographs that I take as God inspired message for the day. Unfortunately, I couldn't include those in this book. I did include a photo in grayscale at the beginning of each month; the cover photo is a God-blessed look at an Alaskan sunset. I am so thankful that God is working in my life. I want to encourage each of you to grasp hold of whatever gift He has blessed you with and step out in trust and faith to go forth and to share it with others. When you feel down, just start counting each of the blessings God has touched you with in your life; and you will feel His Presence and comfort to encourage you. We are never alone; He is just a prayer away; nothing is impossible for our God. He is not done with us yet. He is asking us to be obedient in our service to Him, and He will help us grow in our faith. Trust in Him, and you will be astounded at what He has in store for you.

Good Morning provides readers with a daily dose of inspiration to make every day matter.

Good Morning! includes sunny salutations to start your day. The journal includes greetings, gratitudes and goals for 365 days. The journal is dated, but does not follow a calendar. You can use this journal to start the year or to start a new week. Whenever you start, just start with that day's date. Some greetings simply share a good wish. Some include an insight about your day. Some ask you to consider a perspective about life. Some offer comfort, encouraging you through your storms. Some reflect an inspiration to keep going during tough times. All help you make the most of each day.

You're knocking and I open the door. An amazing peace overtakes me. I want everyone to know that You are not only my Savior, but You're my best friend. Because of You I live with joy in my heart. For the person choosing this book I lift you up to our dear Lord, and pray His Holy Spirit work in you, through you, and for you. May these pages bring you peace as we give Him all the glory. Serious prayer has powerful results. Always remember those in need. Love God. Love yourself. Love others.

Do you have a friend in your life with whom you just love to spend timesomeone with whom you can pour out your heart and who will understand because he or she loves you? After your visit you feel as if all your problems are solved, and the weight of the world has been lifted off your shoulders. You have such a friend. He is your Father in heaven, and He wants to spend time with you and hear the desires of your heart. He wants to comfort and guide you. Good Morning, God! is a wonderful way to begin your day. By spending just a few minutes each morning, youll embark on your day filled with the Word of God and prayer. You will feel a closeness to the Lord that will linger throughout the day. As trials and temptation appear, you will have the strength of the Lord to overcome whatever the world throws at you. Instead of letting the daily grind and craziness get you down, your day will be overflowing with the Holy Spirit and the joy of the Lord. Your heart will be lifted, and you will experience a feeling of exuberance like never before. The Lord wants a close, personal relationship with you. He wants to shower you with His blessings. He wants to be there for you in every circumstance. Spend time alone with Him today, and see what blessings He has in store for you. God bless you on your journey in His Word and prayer.