The Teacher We Need but Never Wanted
I recently learned something new about the English language, the existence of “contronyms.” That is a word that has two contradictory or opposite meanings. For example, “bolt” means to secure or to flee; “left” means remained or departed. Now, the point I’m making here is not exactly a contronym, but to many of us it […]
I Stand in Awe of YOU!
Most every morning I sit in my chair by my bedroom window and watch the sky change colors as the sun rises. Then I take a walk and listen to the birds singing the new day in. I notice the beautiful fiery red color of the one Japanese maple tree in our community. I find […]
Amazing Grace
Where do you need God’s help the most? Is it a bad relationship? An addictive habit? A burden that continues to weigh on your mind and heart? Think of all the ways you’ve tried to conquer that stronghold in your own power. How did that work out for you? Did you go with God’s solution, […]
Bowl Tipping Prayers
Where are the drought busting, mountain moving, bowl tipping, prayers of God’s people? How do we get from here to there? The short answer is, I don’t know. I come to the table with more questions than answers, communing with The Bread of Life but still hungry. How about you? I see in 1 Kings: […]
All Things Beautiful in Their Time
In spring, creation awakens from the dead of winter. Trees, once barren, burst into fragrant bloom, with beautiful green leaves shouting New life! In the summer, there is a heaviness of heat and humidity. Yet, lots of family activity, cookouts and sun. In Autumn, trees, in a beautiful array of color; will soon let go, […]