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What would you Save if your house was on Fire
I can answer this question without even thinking! I know what I WOULD save because I know what I DID save. A decade ago I was alone in a house that caught fire and was rapidly engulfed in flames. I … Continue reading
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Tagged Important, knowing self, need, reflection on life, rest
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The Power is in the Meaning
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Tagged art, meaning, power, terminal illness
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A Letter from your Landlord
Dear Tenant, I have enjoyed our relationship as you occupy the premises I have designed for you. I’m writing today to remind you that these accommodations are temporary. This is not new information for you as we have had similar … Continue reading
Scrutinizing God
The plan I had been looking forward to was becoming messy. In fact I started to wonder why I had ever thought it would be a good idea. My invited guests, days before the event, started asking questions and making … Continue reading
Being a Child of God
“The Robin and the Sparrow” Said the robin to the sparrow, “I should really like to know, Why these anxious human beings Rush about and worry so.” Said the sparrow to the robin, “Friend I think that it must be, That they have no Heavenly … Continue reading
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Tagged children, faith, Heavenly Father, identity, joy, parent, rest, Security, Sovereignty of God
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How Do You Spell Jesus?
My friend and I were engaged in a deep conversation about having the power to do, in life, what we so desperately want to do. He trusted me with an intimate letter he had written to himself, told of his … Continue reading
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Tagged authenticity, faith, life, purpose, reflections, story
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Coming Soon: A New God Story
As I woke up this morning, I felt a desire to just turn off all the conflicting messages about this unsettled time in our national history. I have deep friendships with people who hold radically opposing views. I know … Continue reading
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Through the Lens of a Disciple bh I asked my friend, who is an accomplished artist, if we could paint a scene together. I did not recognize, at this point, that I was stepping into the role of … Continue reading
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