HOW IS GOD LOVING ME – AND WHERE IS GOD LEADING ME?
In these last few weeks, the silences and struggles to connect with Jesus continued. I knew that I was to keep showing up, keep inviting, and keep waiting. But this morning, I had to ask Jesus, “Why have I been struggling to find a… Continue Reading “(Week 10) Why Have I Been Struggling…?”
On this particular morning I was feeling more peaceful, so I invited Jesus to walk with me for the second time this week. As usual, I sensed that wonderful feeling of overwhelming holiness in his presence. Aware of my struggles with the silence during… Continue Reading “(Week 9) What Would You Want Me to Write?”
As I began this week’s walk with Jesus, I could sense I was struggling right from the start. Part of my struggle was that I hadn’t slowed my spirit enough to settle in and listen. I also sensed that I was pushing for words… Continue Reading “(Week 8) …”
The seventh time I invited Jesus to walk with me, I felt no need to pause but immediately asked him, “How would you have me be more like you in this world?” Then I rambled on with additional questions to clarify what I was… Continue Reading “(Week 7) How Would You Have Me Be More Like You?”
It was a gloomy, gray morning and my heart was feeling the same. Walking drearily in the sprinkling rain, I asked Jesus, “What did you do when your heart was burdened?” At first I was reminded that Jesus did what all of us do,… Continue Reading “(Week 6) What Did You Do When You Were Burdened?”
Jim and I were up extra early this morning, so I had the opportunity to watch the sunrise. I invited Jesus to join me as I hurriedly walked to the open field for the best view. Once there, I stood reverently before the breaking… Continue Reading “(Week 5) What Is Your Favorite Part of Creation?”
As I began this week’s walk with Jesus, I couldn’t immediately sense his presence and so- this may have looked strange- I reached out for his hand. The idea of his touch brought back that feeling of deep connection. I was content to simply… Continue Reading “(Week 4) Do You See the World Differently Than I Do?”
On this my third week, when I invited Jesus to join me on my walk, my eyes immediately filled with tears again- even more than before. I tried to just quietly remain in his presence, but the obvious question was right there: “Jesus, why… Continue Reading “(Week 3) Why Do I Cry…?”
Today was my second day to turn off my podcast and invite Jesus to join me on my morning walk. My eyes once again filled with tears as I envisioned his presence walking quietly next to me. I wonder why I get emotional, but… Continue Reading “(Week 2) Am I Walking Too Fast?”
(One day each week as I take my morning walk, I am inviting Jesus to walk along with me, then asking him a question that comes to mind. If you haven’t already done so, I encourage you to take a few moments to read… Continue Reading “(Week 1) What am I missing?”