“And there I will give her vineyards and make the Valley of Achor a door of hope. And there she shall answer as on the days of her youth, at the time when she came out of the land of Egypt.” Hosea 2:15 It has been quite full the last couple of weeks! I amRead More
Lean In
“We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.” Romans 6 v. 4 As I consider the meaning of this week, it is essential to reflect on its significanceRead More
Willful Satisfaction
Although I’m often fascinated with life itself—its ups and downs, generous surprises, vicious behaviors, trying persons or groups, controversies, and wins—whenever the spring season arrives, it gives me an enhanced sense of wonder and joy. Other marvels somewhat surpass my human desire to know why this happens yearly. Then in autumn, I attempt to journalRead More
To Seek and Find Peace
In the daunting thought of so many human-made calamities, one may ask, when will there finally come real peace? We know it’s possible, but how can peace become possible? Most who create upheaval, experience life from a fortunate magnanimity. In addition, there are those who with their tongues throw out woeful sewage—shredding every bit ofRead More
Loving Those Who Test
“Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” Ephesians 4 vv. 31-32 Little Nehemiah is back home. I miss her dearly. She truly is the most beautiful littleRead More
United Love
It has been my great fortune to take some time away from composing these reflections. Life has been interesting, contentious, and yet gentle. In my professional role, I am often placed within circumstances to observe others, which offers me places to examine myself deeply. Unfortunately, some people take narcissism to a level where most researchRead More
Cultivating Fruitful Spiritual Friendships
Sweet Nehemiah 🙂 “Oil and perfume make the soul glad, and sweetness of a friendship comes from his earnest counsel.” Proverbs 27 v. 9 A new practice of discovery often brings me to books appropriate to read to Nehemiah, my granddaughter. At almost five months old, I must consider texts that offer God’sRead More
A Crowning of the Year
A Snowy January Colorado Day “…but they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40 v. 31 Usually, the title of this reflection is more common at the end of aRead More
Happy New Year!
“And the manna ceased the day after they ate of the produce of the land. And there was no longer manna for the people of Israel, but they ate of the fruit of the land of Canaan that year.” Joshua 5 v. 12 “A part of the host will this year tarry on earth, toRead More
Significant Gifts of the Season
“I wait for the Lord, my soul awaits. And, in His word I hope.” Psalm 130 v. 5 I ought not to think of uncomfortable feelings. I ought not to be concerned about beliefs. I ought not to worry about my forthcoming thoughts and speech. I ought not to worry about stepping on anyone’sRead More
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