Before... The word of the LORD came to me, saying: “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I set you apart and appointed you a prophet to the nations.” Jeremiah 1:5 For He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world to be holy and … Continue reading Before (FMF Link Up)
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Wilderness (Lent 2020 Word Prompt)
Wilderness..."Therefore, I am going to persuade her, lead her to the wilderness, and speak tenderly to her." Hosea 2:14 HSB This is not my first image when I think of wilderness. I think of deserted and abandoned, more of a desert, but the Bible says God leads us to the wilderness or desert places to … Continue reading Wilderness (Lent 2020 Word Prompt)
Led (Lent 2020 Word Prompts)
Led... Makes me think of the kids that I make my "special helper" so they can stand by me, and "help me" lead the class somewhere. In reality, it is so I can hold their hand and make sure I do not lose them. The student thinks they are leading, but in reality they are … Continue reading Led (Lent 2020 Word Prompts)
Daybook
Out my Window: Blue skies, sun shining with hopes of warmer temps today Enjoying: A pot of succulents on my counter. They are still alive. I love the colors and textures. My lemon sugar cookie candle and my crazy llama on my counter all make me smile. I very much enjoyed this Winter Break. Listening … Continue reading Daybook
Finally, Feel
Finally, feel. Feel whatever comes. Emotions aren't permanent but they are real. Don't expend precious energy fighting them off. Let them come when they come and pass when they pass. Painful feelings are an unavoidable part of life but I'm still grateful for life. Grateful for every moment of life. It matters. -Dr. Anita Phillips … Continue reading Finally, Feel
Daybook
Out my Window: East coast morning. The moon was large and beautiful with snow glistening in its light this morning. The trees are all coated with snow and ice. The aftermath of a snowstorm is pretty after over a week of rainy, dark days. Enjoying: Laughing and talking with my family, reading, snuggling in and … Continue reading Daybook
Daybook
Out my Window: Still rainy Enjoying: Christmas lights, time to read, listening to the speakers of Passion 2020 Listening to: (I drove a lot this week so I had time to listen) The Holy Post Podcast joined with Love Thy Neighborhood for podcast this week on the Gospel and Social Media. https://www.holypost.com/post/episode-385-where-the-gospel-meets-social-media This podcast was … Continue reading Daybook
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The Faith of Zechariah
"How will I know this?" (Luke 1) Oh Zechariah I relate to you. I believe, but oh Lord, I am in great need for help in my unbelief. Zechariah, a priest whose whole world was surrounded by things that reminded him and his people of God. His mind was filled with things of God as … Continue reading The Faith of Zechariah