The stream meanders, making its way through fallen leaves, gray, broken branches, and rich, fertile earth. My feet crunch the dried leaves as I approach the stream. Bending and twisting, it flows around rocks and under the narrow walking bridge. Algae flourishes just beneath its green water. I find a large, flat rock and sitContinue reading “Flowing Over Obstacles”
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Through the Psalms, 31
Happy Friday! It’s always good to end the week with the Psalms. Psalm 31: 21-24 “Praise be to the Lord, for he showed me the wonders of his love when I was in a city under siege. In my alarm I said, “I am cut off from your sight!” Yet you heard my cry forContinue reading “Through the Psalms, 31”
Through the Psalms, 30
Psalm 30:11 & 12 “You turned my wailing into dancing; you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, that my heart may sing your praises and not be silent. Lord my God, I will praise you forever.” How well David has expressed this, thousands of years ago. How beautiful and amazing is the Lord’sContinue reading “Through the Psalms, 30”
Love Your Enemies
Okay, this verse seems quite strange in our culture, but Jesus is the one who said it. Perhaps we should listen and do what he says, right? Lord, you know this goes against my natural thoughts and ideas of what is right. Teach me to do and say what is right and good in yourContinue reading “Love Your Enemies”
Fields of Grace
Good morning! Here’s your Wednesday devotion. Enjoy! Fields of Grace During my morning walk on the nature trails, a song kept running through my head: “Dancing with my Father God in fields of praise.” But my mind changed “praise” to “grace.” Over and over I heard those words in my head: “Dancing with my FatherContinue reading “Fields of Grace”
The Spiritual Life
Here you go–your Tuesday’s food for thought: “The spiritual life is not a life before, after, or beyond our everyday existence. No, the spiritual life can only be real when it is lived in the midst of the pains and joys of the here and now.” — Henri Nouwen Lord, keep us always aware ofContinue reading “The Spiritual Life”
After 9-11
I wrote this in 2001. It was my way of dealing with all the fear and negative emotions I was experiencing. It brought me peace. In light of recent violence and tragedies and in memory of 9-11, I’m sharing it today. I hope it brings you peace. After 9-11 Television reveals the horrors: smoking ruins,Continue reading “After 9-11”
Jesus Died for You
You’ll never look into the eyes of someone Jesus didn’t die for. Read that again. You’ll never look into the eyes of someone Jesus didn’t die for. Lord, forgive me for judging others. Help me recall that you came to offer grace to all.
Through the Psalms, 28
Psalm 28: 1-2 “To you, Lord, I call; you are my Rock, do not turn a deaf ear to me. For if you remain silent, I will be like those who go down to the pit. Hear my cry for mercy as I call to you for help., as I lift up my hands towardContinue reading “Through the Psalms, 28”
The Body of Christ
Good morning, everyone. Isn’t it wonderful that we are all part of the body of Christ? Now if we could just learn to treat one another with love and respect, as Christ treats us. Lord, open my eyes to see my brothers and sisters in Christ as beloved family. Even if they disagree with meContinue reading “The Body of Christ”
Growing Our Faith Together 