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HOW IS GOD LOVING ME – AND WHERE IS GOD LEADING ME?
As Jim and I were quietly exploring St. Ann’s Episcopal Church, I turned into a small corner of the sanctuary and came upon this stained-glass image of Jesus rescuing fearful Peter from the water. Tears suddenly filled my eyes, for I recognized this as… Continue Reading “VENTURING OUT (OR NOT)”
FINISH LINE When I can’t see the finish linenor even ’round the bend,I wish that you would tell mehow this is going to end.When every step is painful,my spirit’s fading fast,that anxious question haunts me:How long will this part last? It’s then that I… Continue Reading “SECOND THOUGHT: HOW LONG…”
When the argument gets heated,or my debate could be defeatedbut I know the words to win it,prompt me, please, to wait a minute.Then put your peace into my headand give me gracious words instead. Help me refrain from words that rushto find the holy… Continue Reading “A PICTURE AND A POEM: THE PRESENCE IN THE PAUSE”
As I travel on life’s journey(maps and schedules in my hand),most days go as expected,well-organized and planned. But when I encounter detours,or life becomes a mess,or the road just stops before me,I feel the wilderness. I think of you, then, Jesus,for you entered and… Continue Reading “A PICTURE AND A POEM: WILDERNESS”
SACRED GUIDANCE I’m in the gentle nudgesthe whispers in your earthe dreams you will rememberand the reasons for your tears. I’m in the words of mentorsthe interrupting thoughtthe lyrics of a long-held songand the “can” more than the “ought”. I’m in the spirit’s movementthe… Continue Reading “A PICTURE AND A POEM: GUIDANCE”
WHAT DO WE DO WITH THE SIGNS? I had originally intended to use this photo for a reflection on negativity and pessimism, using Looks Like Rain as a humorous post about leaping to the worst conclusions. Instead of appreciating the blue sky on a… Continue Reading “LOOKS LIKE RAIN”
We have had a delightful summer of fun getaways and regular responsibilities, but these middle weeks of July had remained relatively unscheduled. I happily anticipated using this time to focus on my writing projects, with plenty of uninterrupted hours for reflection and serious effort.… Continue Reading “WHAT DO I (REALLY) NEED?”
Simply Soul Searching 