You are not alone, my friend. You are not abandoned or forgotten. And although you may feel the grief will swallow you whole, I know you have a Friend who sticks closer than a brother. I pray you find comfort and peace in the midst of the roiling sadness. I pray you walk through this valley of the shadow at your own pace, confident you are held by our gentle Father. You have nothing to prove, so fall apart and trust yourself to the One who knows. He is with you.
My son. My heart aches for you. This life is hard, and there are so many voices competing for your attention. I will guide you, teach you, love you and walk with you. We will take the lonely road, leaving the crush of bodies enjoying their broad road. We will turn off to a narrow…
This has been such a restorative month for my soul. I am pouring out thanksgiving, praise and rejoicing for: family in all of its forms technology and how fast we get information healthy family and self abundant physical provision deep and complete work of the Spirit God’s promises that will never fail strength for each…
In continuing my own lament, I have felt a door open to my Father, and that is why I choose door photographs to accompany these posts each time. What if by walking through that door, I find a broad and open place to be myself, and enter into the privilege and company of God’s Presence? Most of the time, the eternal seems mysterious, and I grow weary trying to explain it to myself. Instead, I would rather accept the truth of His Word, and encourage you in your own pursuit of Him. He is ready to be found, and He seeks you, too.
We were laughing at the karate studio. One of the mothers had just called for her child who was headed for trouble. And she had used the first, middle and last name; with emphasis and a hard stop after each name. The child looked at her friend and said, “Uh-oh, momma just used my trouble…
I have so much to be thankful for today. This season of the year can seem fleeting, and yet, it is so rich and full of meaning. I have friends who are anxious as the holidays creep closer, since this season is a prelude to a dreary and depressing time of year. The light is…
Psalm 107 is one of those passages that gets richer for me every time I read it. I enjoy marking in my Bible and watching themes emerge in my readings. I can also keep track of the layers of work my Father is accomplishing for His name. He is patient and kind, and Psalm 107…