As a writer, I am enthralled by words; what they mean, the purpose they serve, how to use them correctly. Oftentimes I come across a word that seems important; but I am not familiar with it. Reconciliation is that word for me right now. We die to our old selves, becoming new in Christ. ThereContinue reading “Pieces of Reconciliation”
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Pieces of Forgiveness
I have struggled personally with the act of forgiveness. Some resentment harbored over 30 years of my life. Imagine. Withholding forgiveness to another human being when Jesus forgives ME every day, sometimes many times a day. I am not without sin. How did it ever become my place to judge the actions of another? ItContinue reading “Pieces of Forgiveness”
Questioning Pieces
(From my personal meditation journal) I spent decades asking God why my mom had to die. I finally – let it go. There are circumstances we will not know until we meet Jesus in person. I don’t know how to pray when “I” have pain; so I say The Lords Prayer and it comforts me Continue reading “Questioning Pieces”
Unlimited Pieces
There is nothing God can’t do, it’s infinite, unlimited and out of the realm of our understanding. Part of our belief in Jesus Christ is “faith” — I should say a HUGE part of it — is faith. We walk in faith, the same way a seeing-eye dog guides his person across the street, theContinue reading “Unlimited Pieces”
Journey to Redemption
Easter Sunday has arrived in many parts of the world; where I live, it’s tomorrow. The past few days have been incredibly moving for me. Having grown up in a rather sedate Lutheran church, there were no “stations of the cross,” Good Friday services or much reflection on the sanctity of Holy Week. We recognizedContinue reading “Journey to Redemption”
Holy Week Pieces
This is the week of great miracle. Jesus rode a donkey through Jerusalem to his final death. Parts of the journey were lovely, palm branches waved in the air, coats laid on the ground, our version of a red carpet. Hallelujahs shouted, prayers said, celebrations made. The Last Supper The people angered for justice toContinue reading “Holy Week Pieces”
Scripture Pieces
Matthew 5:6-10 spoke to me in my morning bible study. It is half of the Beatitudes (the beginning focus on humility, mourners and the meek and lowly). It continues on to “those who are happy.” The entire book of Matthew seems to be a guide — how to live a life that is pleasing toContinue reading “Scripture Pieces”
Pieces of Renewal
Something just happens to our spirit when Spring is near. Warmer and longer days, more sunshine, bluer skies, and the opportunity to cast off the weight of old man winter! Isaiah 25:1 O Lord, I will honor and praise your name, for you are my God; you do such wonderful things! You planned them long ago,Continue reading “Pieces of Renewal”
Pieces of the Word
Ezekiel taught six principles that helped the people of this time period discover God on a personal level and understand what good can be gained from living in harmony and having a peaceful heart. God works through human messengers. People need to trust in God’s sovereignty. God’s word never fails. God can be worshiped anywhere.Continue reading “Pieces of the Word”
Pieces of Poetry
Often quoted, but rarely interviewed, Mary Oliver is one of our greatest and most beloved poets. She’s just released a new volume, Felicity, at the age of 80. And so we’re revisiting the interview she granted us earlier this year on the wisdom of the world, the salvation of poetry, and the life behind herContinue reading “Pieces of Poetry”
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