Two words that sound definite are never and every. They stand out in the center of the book of Lamentations where the common thread is sorrow. There are certain books we seem to avoid, Lamentations and Job come to mind which are a bit of a downer. But that’s only if we don’t read them and relate to the people that walked … [Read more...]
Devotion in the Dark
Standing in the sacred shadow of Holy Week, looking at the collection of people at Calvary – I think of what the story would be like without the devotion of women. The safe way to get through Easter is on the pastel side of the path. These girls were on the path stained with blood tracks. The devotion of Mary, Mary, Mary, … [Read more...]
Pray with Wonder
Children seem to hold the wonder and assurance that we can have access to the God of heaven purely by getting real before Him. That's the wonder. The language of prayer is simply talking with our Father – no stuffy King-Jamesie English, no formality - just the beauty of exposing a child-like heart. I heard a deep and wise … [Read more...]
PRAY ~ Don’t Crumble
Another desperate woman reaches out to the only One who can help. But He doesn’t. He seemed to ignore her. She could have walked away – given up. But she doesn’t. The story in the gospel of Mark (7:24-29) tells of a woman who came to Jesus that broke down traditional barriers. She had a few things against her – she was a … [Read more...]
Lost and Found Hope
At the beginning of each new year, hopes are high. It's the January mix of thinking we can do what we set out to do - it's tricky how a calendar page can be that powerful. But the real power is the hope we have with the beginning of a new day or in the darkest night because of the coming of Christ. True story. Christmas came … [Read more...]
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