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Jennifer Russell

The Dawn Chorus

May 27, 2022 by Jennifer Russell

“Awake, harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn. I will praise you, Lord, among the nations; I will sing of you among the peoples.” Psalm 108:2-3

If you’re an early riser or have ever been awake just before sunrise, then you may have noticed the energetic, loud and nonstop singing of several birds. This phenomenon has been named The Dawn Chorus and occurs in many different species of birds all around the world.

Some scientists believe male birds sing before dawn to defend their territory or use it as a mating call. These birds are demonstrating how strong they are by how loudly they can sing. It is also believed that they choose to do this just before sunrise because it is too dark to find food and because it is quiet enough for their voices to travel far.

I was first introduced to The Dawn Chorus when my daughter and I decided to have a camp out in our backyard. We spent the night in a tent, and I realized the next morning that you do not need an alarm clock in nature. I was awakened by what sounded like a hundred birds trying to out sing one another.

At first, I was very upset by my early morning wake up call, but as I laid there and listened, I began to enjoy their beautiful song. I thought about how much more our God in Heaven enjoys this beautiful song every morning. His creation doing what they were created to do and singing praise to their Creator for the start of another day. If the birds of the air can wake up and give praise to the Lord, then I should too.

I hope that if you are ever abruptly awakened by this beautiful chorus, you too will be reminded to sing the Lord’s praise each morning when you rise.

Filed Under: Weekly Devotions

Go Tell It on the Mountain

December 26, 2021 by Jennifer Russell

“How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!” Isaiah 52:7

I love Christmas lights and have since I was a little girl. My family and I usually drive around the weeks leading to Christmas to check out our favorite houses all lit up.


On Christmas night I saw the most beautiful Christmas light display I had ever seen. After dinner my husband, daughter, mother-in-law, niece and I piled into our car and headed out to see a home light display around the corner from my in-laws’.


When we pulled into the cul-de-sac there were other cars parked with their headlights off watching the lights dance around to music. The owners of the home and neighbors were outside directing traffic and helping each car find the best place to park for the best view.


We tuned our radio station to the right channel and began to watch. Immediately I notice this wasn’t just twinkle lights set to music, but this was sophisticated LED technology. Each strand of lights could display any color of the rainbow. There were two screens made up of LED lights on the front of the house that displayed pictures and the lyrics to songs. It was mesmerizing to watch. Eventually we all stepped out of the car to get a better look.


Then I noticed the music. Christmas songs and Christian songs all sung by Christian artists. There was a large wooden nativity that sat front and center. Crosses and even a picture of Jesus Christ shown in the lights of the Christmas trees and on the screens on the front of the house. I was brought to tears when I realized, this was not just a Christmas light display. This was a proclamation of the Gospel.


I wondered how many hundreds or even thousands of people had come to this cul-de-sac in Amelia, VA and heard the Good News. How many nights were like this night where adults and children danced, sang along and gave glory to God?


It was truly a beautiful sight and a great reminder that we as believers should use every opportunity we have to proclaim the Good News to those around us. Let’s go tell it on the mountain that Jesus Christ is born!

Filed Under: Weekly Devotions

July 2021 Sweet Scripture Writing

June 22, 2021 by Jennifer Russell

Our July 2021 Sweet Scripture Writing theme is Words – God’s and Ours.

In July, take a few minutes each day to look up and write down the day’s Scripture. You may also want to write down any prayers, questions, or thoughts that come to mind as you read/write each verse.

A key verse to consider this month is John 1:1, In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

Sign up below to receive your FREE July 2021 Sweet Scripture Writing Plan. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and let’s spend time together in God’s Word, praising Him.

Filed Under: Sweet News Tagged With: Bible, God's Word, Scripture

April 2021 Sweet Scripture Writing

March 16, 2021 by Jennifer Russell

Our April 2021 Sweet Scripture Writing theme is Praise.

In April, we are asking you to not only take a few minutes each day to look up and write down the day’s Scripture, but we would like to encourage you to also write down something that you can praise God for each day. You may also want to write down any prayers, questions, or thoughts that come to mind as you read/write each verse.

The more we praise God, the more we find to praise Him for. It is our prayer that by taking this challenge during the 30 days of April, praise for all that God has done and is doing will begin to flow naturally from your heart every day.

Sign up below to receive your FREE April 2021 Sweet Scripture Writing Plan. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and let’s spend time together in God’s Word, praising Him.

Filed Under: Sweet News

January 2021 Sweet Scripture Writing

December 22, 2020 by Jennifer Russell

Our January 2021 Sweet Scripture Writing theme is Love. As we start a new year, let’s renew our love for God and His word and take a look at how He calls us to love others. Take a few minutes each day in January to look up and write down the day’s Scripture. Also write down any prayers, questions, or thoughts that come to mind as you read/write each verse. It is our prayer that by writing out these verses you will write God’s Word on your heart and apply it to your life.

Sign up below to receive your FREE January 2021 Sweet Scripture Writing Plan and follow us on Facebook and Instagram and let’s spend time together in God’s Word.

Filed Under: Sweet News Tagged With: Scripture, Scripture writing

Christmas 2020 Sweet Scripture Writing

November 27, 2020 by Jennifer Russell

Merry Christmas from Sweet Monday! Our gift to you is a FREE 31-day Sweet Scripture Writing Plan that tells the story of Christmas and what it means for all who believe.

Use your FREE writing plan and spend a few minutes each day writing out and reflecting on the day’s Scripture or read aloud with your family as you celebrate the Christmas season. Sign up below to receive your FREE plan and enjoy!

Filed Under: Sweet News

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