The Changing Seasons of Life
The wind on my face Cold and harsh Clear November sky Autumn arrives in force
Read More The Changing Seasons of LifeEditing your life to make more room for God
The wind on my face Cold and harsh Clear November sky Autumn arrives in force
Read More The Changing Seasons of LifeIn the last verse of Daniel 4, there is a line that grabs my attention: “And those who walk in pride he is able to humble (4:37, NIV).” What is it about pride that tempts us to inflate our ego and take credit for accomplishments that belong to God? Why must we be humbled before […]
Read More “Look What I’ve Done!”This morning dear God I echo Job’s words: “Why do the wicked live on, growing old and increasing in power (Job 21:7, NIV)?” At times I feel helpless to influence this world for you. At times it feels as if those who reject you are winning. My efforts seem futile. They refuse to hear about […]
Read More Prayer Journey — Fighting FatigueThe leaves fall, removing the splendor from the trees. Branches once adorned with colorful garments admired by all are now left stark and bare. Colors once worn with pride now litter the ground, soon to decay. Help us Lord to contain our pride, to not wrap ourselves in self worship. Let us not retreat from […]
Read More Morning Praise — The Fall of Pride“No one can help us if we don’t first open up about the hurt we feel inside. “
Read More Seeking God About What Ails UsPeople are searching today for meaning in their life. The question is if they can find Jesus. When people visit your church do they say, “The Lord is there.” When people visit your home do they say, “The Lord is there.” When people spend time with you do they say, “The Lord is there.” In […]
Read More Excuse Me, Where Can I Find Jesus?The sorrow runs deep, but so does my faith. People push me. The wind buffets me. Grief seeks to dislodge me, disorient me, but with God I am secure. Steady me dear God on the narrow road. When I teeter on the edge, help me regain my balance. Help me to keep my eyes on […]
Read More Prayer Journey — The Right Path is All That’s LeftHe wants to put a new song in my heart, but I do not know the words yet. He wants to make me anew, but I do not know who I am or who I should be. I am being transformed into something I have yet to see. All I can do for now is […]
Read More Morning Praise – A Solid StillnessI have always been intrigued by the encounter between Phillip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8:26-39. Here we have two people seeking Christ. One is seeking to serve Christ, the other is seeking to find Christ. It’s an instructive, God-ordained encounter that should encourage us to follow the prompting of the Spirit. It also […]
Read More Crossing Paths in the Pursuit of ChristI fight the words from within Feelings that make me weep Whispering, “You’ll never win.” Memories I don’t want to keep
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