{"id":18315,"date":"2026-06-03T19:22:17","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T00:22:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/?p=18315"},"modified":"2026-10-17T19:45:13","modified_gmt":"2026-10-18T00:45:13","slug":"the-light-of-a-new-day-dawning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/the-light-of-a-new-day-dawning\/","title":{"rendered":"The Light of a New Day Dawning"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><em>The flowers bloom, the birds sing, and another day begins as a gentle reminder that God's faithfulness, through every season of uncertainty, remains constant. -- Sandi<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_0 et_pb_code et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><div style=\"width: 100%; text-align: center; padding-top: 20px; padding-bottom: 20px;\">\n  <div style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; color: #000000;\">\n    Listen to the Audio Version of this devotional here\n  <\/div>\n  <audio controls controlsList=\"nodownload\" preload=\"metadata\"\n         oncontextmenu=\"return false;\"\n         style=\"display: block; margin: 0 auto;\">\n    <source src=\"https:\/\/sandiherron-audio.b-cdn.net\/s-audio\/NewDayDawning1.mp3\" type=\"audio\/mpeg\">\n    Your browser does not support the audio player.\n  <\/audio>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"18320\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/faithfulness-1200-200\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/faithfulness.1200.200.jpg?fit=1200%2C1200&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1200\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"faithfulness.1200.200\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/faithfulness.1200.200.jpg?fit=533%2C533&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/faithfulness.1200.200.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/faithfulness.1200.200.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/faithfulness.1200.200-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/faithfulness.1200.200-480x480.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1200px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-18320\" alt=\"Looking Back | Footprints on the Sands of Time by Gerald Freeman\" title=\"faithfulness.1200.200\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p data-id=\"EZeWC3LQ4RHuKy53Lu37\" class=\"text-md mb-4\" data-pm-slice=\"2 2 []\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">Today we are talking about God's faithfulness and new beginnings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-id=\"udPktOm7Bf8kol1eR8oX\" class=\"text-md mb-4\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">Inspiration for today's devotional comes from sitting in my garden, listening to the birds while enjoying the sweet fragrance in the air.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-id=\"ibIT14sSCe7dog5Kr3kf\" class=\"text-md mb-4\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\"><\/span><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">Our focus scripture is found in Lamentations 3:22-24.\u00a0<\/span><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">If you are in a place where you can, open your Bible and let's read God's Word together.\u00a0<\/span><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">I'm reading from the NLT translation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-id=\"IxubAYxO2tt9BO0ZK0pp\" class=\"text-md mb-4\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">\u201cThrough the Lord\u2019s mercies we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning, great is Your faithfulness. 'The Lord is my portion,' says my soul, \u2018Therefore I hope in Him' \u201d Lamentations 3:22-24<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><strong style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Early Morning Gratitude<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs x126k92a\">\n<p dir=\"auto\">Early this morning while sitting in the garden, I watched the sun come up as I listened to the birds singing, announcing the beginning of a new day. The flowers are blooming and there is a sweet fragrance in the air. I am thankful to my faithful God for new \u201cdays\u201d and opportunities to experience life.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">On this day a few years ago, at this moment I was sitting in a waiting room, about to have a biopsy that would change the course for my life.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">As I look back over the last few years, I am filled with gratitude for the Hand of God that guided me on a journey I did not plan, would not have chosen, but I was surrounded by His presence every step of the way. Even though I experienced ups and downs since the day of the biopsy and diagnosis, I held to the promise that His faithfulness never ends. And it didn't. It never will.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Today, as I sat in the stillness of the early morning, listening to the sounds around me and breathing in life, an old song came to mind. \"Great is His Faithfulness.\" The words of that song are my testimony. Here are a few lines of the song:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Great Is Thy faithfulness,<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Great Is Thy faithfulness<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Morning by morning new mercies I see;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">All I have needed Thy hand hath provided<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Great is Thy Faithfulness, Lord unto me! (Thomas Chisholm \u2013 1923)<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p dir=\"auto\">God is faithful and never changes. His compassion and love are new each morning. He gives exactly what we need for each day. The promise of His unfailing love is a solid rock that we can stand on when the storms come crashing in.<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\"><strong>Trust the Promise Keeper<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">As you face the storms of life, remember that no trial lasts forever and no circumstance is beyond God's care. When the clouds are dark and the path ahead seems uncertain, hold fast to His promises and trust in His unfailing love. The same God who was faithful yesterday is faithful today and will be faithful tomorrow. One day, you will look back and see that He was with you every step of the way, bringing you through the storm and into the light of a new dawn.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_0 et_pb_divider et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module preset--module--divi-divider--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><strong>Pause and Reflect<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-id=\"wd421h1vtzBRgt4VI2nt\" class=\"text-md mb-4\" data-pm-slice=\"2 2 []\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">Can I identify a difficult or unexpected season in my life where, looking back, I can now see God's faithfulness and guidance?<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-id=\"7NQIM1IHytUzE8CHJ2eJ\" class=\"text-md mb-4\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">How have moments of stillness, gratitude, or reflection helped me recognize God's presence in my daily life?<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-id=\"TfovoNvWZ7PzmBj7GkxG\" class=\"text-md mb-4\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">What \"new day\" or fresh opportunity is God giving me today, and how might I respond with faith and gratitude?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><strong>Where Do We Go From Here<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Life's unexpected journeys remind us that while we cannot control what lies ahead, we can choose how we walk through each day. Looking back on God's faithfulness gives us confidence to move forward with hope, gratitude, and trust. The same God who carried us through yesterday's challenges will provide strength and grace for whatever tomorrow brings.<\/p>\n<p>Pause each day to recognize God's blessings and thank Him for His presence and provision, even in the small moments.<\/p>\n<p>Trust God with the unknowns ahead, remembering how He has faithfully guided you through past trials.<\/p>\n<p>Share your testimony with others, offering encouragement and hope to those who may be facing their own difficult journey.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><strong>Let's Pray<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Heavenly Father, thank You for Your unfailing faithfulness through every season of life. When storms arise and the path ahead is unclear, help us trust in Your presence and rest in Your promises. Fill our hearts with hope, gratitude, and peace, knowing that You are guiding our steps each day. May we never forget that Your mercies are new each morning and that Your love never fails. In Jesus' name, Amen.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_1 et_pb_divider et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module preset--module--divi-divider--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p data-id=\"Muss6wSjvAmkNE7voUYe\" class=\"text-md mb-4\" data-pm-slice=\"2 2 []\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">Friends, thank you for sharing your time with me today.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-id=\"9yzvu2SFMjFkCGiJOayU\" class=\"text-md mb-4\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">As you go about your day, take this scripture with you. Allow its message to remind you of God's unfailing love and faithfulness. <\/span><\/p>\n<p data-id=\"kRzM7OEwlYEefLmJs6fq\" class=\"text-md mb-4\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">\"<\/span><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">Through the Lord\u2019s mercies we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning, great is Your faithfulness. 'The Lord is my portion,' says my soul, \u2018Therefore I hope in Him.<\/span><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">\" \u2014 <\/span><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">Lamentations 3:22-24<\/span><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-id=\"dO2HbaXCJ42bOgLsycn3\" class=\"text-md mb-4\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">Never forget to whom you belong and that you are a child of the King. <\/span><\/p>\n<p data-id=\"gvXIZCdGfkZgXxQwu7Xh\" class=\"text-md mb-4\"><span data-isttsnode=\"true\" data-voicerefid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-globalvoicesettingsenabled=\"true\" data-volumegaindb=\"0\" data-muted=\"false\" data-fadeinms=\"0\" data-fadeoutms=\"0\" data-voiceid=\"TNS56aYtQGzK6sA0XdIu\" data-voicename=\"Sandi. Storyteller\" class=\"tts-node group\/tts-node rounded-[6px] box-decoration-clone bg-clip-content py-[3px]\">Be blessed and until next time, remember...your stories matter.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_0 et_pb_testimonial et_pb_testimonial_no_image et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_text_align_center et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_inner\"><div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_description\"><div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_description_inner\"><div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_content\"><p><span>\u201cThrough the Lord\u2019s mercies we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning, great is Your faithfulness. 'The Lord is my portion,' says my soul, \u2018Therefore I hope in Him!' \u201d Lamentations 3:22-24<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_meta\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_3_5 et_flex_column_3_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"20280\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/before-you-go_-country-road-adventure-6\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Before-You-Go_-Country-Road-Adventure.6.jpg?fit=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"800,800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"Before You Go_ Country Road Adventure.6\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Before-You-Go_-Country-Road-Adventure.6.jpg?fit=533%2C533&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Before-You-Go_-Country-Road-Adventure.6.jpg?resize=800%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" title=\"Before You Go_ Country Road Adventure.6\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Before-You-Go_-Country-Road-Adventure.6.jpg 800w, https:\/\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Before-You-Go_-Country-Road-Adventure.6-480x480.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-20280\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_2_5 et_flex_column_2_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Before You Go...<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Here are some additional resources and stories you might enjoy.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>Listen to this beautiful rendition of <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/NT0HcAr9aeI?si=a8gtAaXSP8Q0cs2W\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Great Is Thy Faithfulness\">Great Is Thy Faithfulness<\/a>, recorded by Carrie Underwood with Cece Winans<\/span><span>. May the words encourage you to trust in His faithfulness, no matter what season of life you are facing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/sandis-kitchen\/\" title=\"Sandi's Kitchen\">Sandi's Kitchen. <\/a>My kitchen blog. You will find recipes, tips, and lots of food photos for inspiration.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sandiherron.com\/blog\/the-bookshop-2\/\" title=\"The Bookshop\">Visit my Bookshop<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0This is where you'll find information about all my books and where or how to purchase.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Early this morning while sitting in the garden, I watched the sun come up as I listened to the birds singing, announcing the beginning of a new day. 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