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HOW IS GOD LOVING ME – AND WHERE IS GOD LEADING ME?
Jim and I have recently worshiped in two different church buildings. The first was a large traditional sanctuary, with stained glass windows and an ornate decor that fostered an atmosphere of majestic reverence. When we sang the hymns, beautiful organ music resounded in the… Continue Reading “IN THE SMALLEST OF SPACES”
After my hip replacement surgery a few weeks ago, I have been reflecting on pain – not so much my own pain, for mine is the result of elective surgery that will soon lead to a pain-free life – but in sadness for two… Continue Reading “PRESENT TO ANOTHER’S PAIN”
Heartfelt Gratitude… For this good earth; your presence onthe woods, the fields,the dusk, the dawn,the blooms, the leaves,the bird, the fawn. For bonus years and precious days,I am so glad that I could stay–more time to laugh and sing and play. ~~~~~ Inner Contentment…… Continue Reading “GREATER GIFTS”
(Some of you may recall that I had been waiting for months to meet with an orthopedic surgeon for a hip replacement. I have so appreciated your prayers and good wishes!) I finally met with Dr. C., the orthopedic surgeon who will replace my… Continue Reading “THEN THERE ARE THESE MOMENTS…”
Where can I go from your spirit? Or where can I flee from your presence?Psalm 139:7 Though I may feel lostyou have me pinpointed at the precise location of your infinite timeand spaceand visionand presence. Though I may feel insignificantyou know the exact measure ofthe… Continue Reading “PRECISELY PINPOINTED”
MONDAY, WEEK TWO: PEACE Now that we have decluttered, let’s rearrange our rooms and our priorities to nurture the tenderness and comfort of the Peace of God in Christ. How do you envision your room of Peace? Would you have a space for writing,… Continue Reading “COMFORT OUR HEARTS WITH PEACE: REARRANGE”
WEDNESDAY, WEEK ONE: HOPE This step is a fun and creative task for me–adding the finishing touches to a room. As you envision your heart-room filled with the Hope of Christ, what would you add or include? Do you think of a sprouting tulip… Continue Reading “BRIGHTEN OUR HEARTS WITH HOPE: FURNISH”
(Additional reflections on this week’s post, Spiritual Spaces) Along with the spiritual spaces we create in special places, we can also extend spiritual spaces into our daily living. Each time we are prayerfully attentive to the task or experience before us, mindful of its… Continue Reading “SECOND THOUGHT: SPIRITUAL SPACES”
When we moved into our current home six years ago, I had the movers place my desk in a corner between our kitchen and living area. At the time, I felt that this location would be sufficient until I could move the desk to… Continue Reading “SPIRITUAL SPACES”
(Additional reflections on this week’s earlier post, Glimmers of Light, with a nod to Robert Frost’s Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening) As I walked through the forest green,within the darkness there was seensmall glimmers of your radiant light,a light so hopeful and… Continue Reading “SECOND THOUGHT: GLIMMERS OF LIGHT”
Simply Soul Searching 