As the Deer Pants for Water In August the hot sun scorches the earth. The brittle grass browns and breaks. Moisture-starved leaves yellow and flutter to the ground. The baked earth, cracked in every direction, cries for rain. Insects buzz in erratic dances—nothing else moves. The stifling heat rises in nearly invisible waves. Safe inContinue reading “As the Deer Pants for Water”
Category Archives: A word of prayer
Sermon Snippet
This nugget of wisdom was from Sunday’s sermon. It’s worth contemplating and remembering. “We experience transformation in bite-sized chunks, so keep chewing.” Father, keep me learning and growing closer to your image. Keep me chewing.
Through the Psalms, 24
Happy Friday, everyone! May you find wisdom and strength through the Psalms Psalm 23:3-5 “Who may ascend the mountain of the Lord? Who may stand in his holy place? The one who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not trust in an idol or swear by a false god. They will receiveContinue reading “Through the Psalms, 24”
A Hungry Soul
A Hungry Soul The little soul lived for many years in the same woods. The sun shone on her leafy branches, and she produced much fruit. After many years the trees around this soul grew and their branches met above her head. Those branches provided comfortable shade. She was content in the place she’d alwaysContinue reading “A Hungry Soul”
A Prayer for You
Such a beautiful prayer to pray over others (and ourselves) on this Monday morning. Have a great day.
A Leafy Canopy
During these hot summer months my time walking has been spent in the nearby Pawnee Prairie nature trails. These trails meander from Kellogg to Pawnee and from Maize to Tyler. Depending on the day and my mood, I can travel through grasslands, through cedar forests, deciduous woods, or along the banks of the Cowskin Creek.Continue reading “A Leafy Canopy”
Daniel
Reading from the book of Daniel this morning. Daniel 2: 20-22 “Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever; wisdom and power are his. He changes times and seasons; he deposes kings and raises up others. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. He reveals deep and hiddenContinue reading “Daniel”
God’s Embrace
Good morning! This short devotion first appeared in “The Secret Place.” Today, I’m happy to share it with you. God’s Embrace A tickle deep in my throat prompted me to leave the sanctuary during the sermon. I got a drink, coughed, and blew my nose where the noise wouldn’t disturb others. Standing outside the nursery,Continue reading “God’s Embrace”
The Hand of Jesus
Good Monday morning! I hope you have a beautiful day and are willing to take the Savior’s hand. Thank you, Abba, Father, for always being willing to take my hand and offer assistance.
At a Snail’s Pace
During a recent walk, I noticed a tiny snail, its shell no bigger than a dime. It appeared motionless, but when I knelt down for a zoomed-in photo, I could see its forward progress. Ever so slowly, it traveled, a millimeter at a time, across the sidewalk. Satisfied with my photo, I continued my walk.Continue reading “At a Snail’s Pace”
Growing Our Faith Together 