We all have struggles in life. The beauty of the Body is that we can empathize with and encourage one another–especially when someone else is going through something similar to what we may have walked through ourselves ( 2 Cor. 1:3-7 ). However, despite many common experiences in life, it is also wise to remember that … More A Tale of Three Boxes
The tears just kept coming. As they did, all I could hear was: Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. The flood of emotion caught me off-guard. I didn’t think I had any current reason to be mourning. It seemed like things were finally shifting. Mostly, it seemed like I was shifting. … More Hope in the Mourning
It’s the most wonderful time of year! Right? For some it is, but for others … Well, not so much. For some people the holidays are hard–sometimes really hard. The reasons are varied, but people without strong ties to a supportive community (whether family, friends or both) that they actually “do life” with are especially vulnerable. Although we … More Getting Through It: Tips for Surviving the “Most Wonderful” Time of the Year
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“He who believes in Me, as the Scripture said, ‘From his innermost being will flow rivers of living water.’” —John 7:38 (NASB) My sweet persistent child, I love your enthusiasm! I love that You want to please Me and always want to do what is right in My eyes. You…
I’m over it! No, really I am. To be more precise … I’m over ME. I’m over taking myself too seriously. I’m over caring what anyone else thinks. I’m over worrying about what I do or do not have, what I can or cannot do, and what does or does not happen. I’m over wasting … More Over It!
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When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Now go out where it is deeper, and let down your nets to catch some fish.” “Master,” Simon replied, “we worked hard all last night and didn’t catch a thing. But if you say so, I’ll let the nets down again.”…
Nevertheless not my will, but yours be done. Probably the most famous–and significant–moment of surrender ever recorded. A model for all of us. Not my will, but yours, Lord, be done. I mean those words when I say them. I’m sure you do too. I don’t want anything in my life that God doesn’t want for me. I want … More Not My Timing … But Yours
I returned from Israel a little over a week ago and I’m still dealing with a bit of jet lag induced brain-fog. While I suspect I’ll be still be processing for some time to come, I figured it was time to start sharing a few of the nuggets gained from the journey . I was … More The efficacy of doctor fish, Hezekia(h)’s Tunnel, the wise words of Wadi – and other profound revelations from the Holy Land
Just a couple days ago I was sitting on a plane returning from Israel. A huge chunk of my heart lives in Israel so returning to the States is often difficult. I’ve sometimes joked that I spend the entire plane ride back crying. Of course that is an exaggeration, but lets just say that usually … More Overwhelmed by Beauty
NOTE: We’ve been in Jerusalem for a few days now so this seems like a great time for this reminder 🙂 Grace and shalom! Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you be secure.” –Psalm 122:6 It wasn’t intended as a suggestion. But it’s also not an obligation. It’s an invitation. The idea of … More Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem
NOTE: While I’m in Israel, I’ll be re-running a couple posts from the last few years. I wrote this about two years ago, but I’m re-posting it because it goes along with my last post Great Expectations. Grace and shalom to all! This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine This … More This Little Light of Mine
Tomorrow morning I’ll be sitting on a plane headed to Israel. My heart is always filled with excitement when I go to Israel — but this time is different. This time my heart is also filled with something else … EXPECTATION. In fact, I have great expectations. But this isn’t just about Israel. For me personally, Israel does … More Great Expectations
After this the Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them two by two ahead of him to every town and place where he was about to go. —Luke 10:1 The nudge of the Holy Spirit was unmistakable. The emphasis seemed to be on the “sending them out two by two” part of the verse but since I was … More Redirected Steps
“Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.” “Come” he said. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. –Matt. 14:28-29 I see you watching the waves and wondering … do I dare? Do I dare to risk it all? Again? … More From His Heart to Yours: 10/1/2013
A few lines was all it took. It was a “random” preview of an upcoming book written by a young man with a passionate hunger for the presence of God. I don’t know what the book is about as a whole. And I have no idea of its merit as a whole (although I suspect … More The Disconnect
Spirit awake – one with You Focus steadfast and single Heart alive – taking flight Soaring on wings of eagles Senses aware – waiting for You Eyes and ears wide open Soul alert – ready to run Cos I’m living brave, not broken This little poem is a tribute to my … More Brave, Not Broken
I’ve been missing him this week. And my heart is filled with longing. No, he hasn’t gone anywhere. He never does. He never leaves me. He never forsakes me. He never changes. He is ready and willing to welcome me anytime, anywhere. I’m the one who’s fickle. I’m the one who gets busy. I’m the … More Longing
I didn’t get it. No really. For a long, long time–I just didn’t get it. But then something clicked. I can’t tell you exactly what changed. I just know something very significant has changed. I know the season has changed. Even more … I know I’ve changed. For a very long time I’ve clung to … More S.T.R.O.N.G.
Such grace amazingly outlandish undeniably unshakable always all-sufficient lavishly showered upon me Such grace ridiculously remarkable extravagantly excessive empowering and enabling me to know you Such grace such amazingly outlandish grace oh how I love oh how I need oh how thankful I am … for grace “Grace is not a theology. It is … More Such Grace
When Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were amazed at his teaching (Mat 7:28). The men were amazed and asked, “What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the waves obey him!” (Mat 8:27). And when the demon was driven out, the man who had been mute spoke. The crowed was amazed and … More Amazed
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