How many are your works, Lord! In wisdom you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures. Psalm 104:24 Eden: Experiencing the First Sense of Wonder Have you ever thought about how Adam and Eve must have experienced the wonder of God’s creation as they explored the Garden of Eden? Wandering amidst the …
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I know that, whatever God doeth, it shall be forever: nothing can be put to it, nor anything taken from it. Ecclesiastes 3:14 When the choice lies between God’s timing and our own, how often do we succumb to our own desires? If we were to live entirely according to God’s timing and plans, we …
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During a morning walk, I ventured off my usual route and onto a side trail. Before long, I approached two tall trees. Their bark was scorched from fire. Both trees were burnt on one side, giving evidence of the direction of the fire. From the charred exterior, a few scattered palm fronds hung like brown …
Life gets noisy with deadlines and distractions. In the busyness, the words dry up, and creativity fades to the background. That’s when I hear the gentle invitation whisper again: Come away with me. It’s an invitation I’ve learned to say yes to. One of the best ways I’ve experienced it is by retreating with other …
When darkness hangs like rain clouds overhead, believing in future sunny days isn’t easy. Through the example of a weather pattern, God taught me about His power to bring me from darkness to light. On a bleak December morning, I had resigned myself to indoor activities despite my desire to take a walk for a …
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I’ve never been an adventure seeker. I don’t ride rollercoasters, nor am I interested in bungee jumping, parasailing, rock climbing, skydiving, or other risky sports or activities. A safe life has held enough excitement for me. When booking a hotel room, however, I avoid the lower floors as much as possible. I prefer higher floors …
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I love stories. I particularly love the stories of the Bible’s Old Testament. During our worship time at the office where I work, we are reflecting on the life of David. His life reads like a contemporary drama series, including wrongful persecution, a king’s abuse of power, and thrilling pursuits. The stories of the Bible …
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There’s a lot of noise in the world. Since the evolution of television, computers, and mobile phones there’s been a gradual increase in the inputs into our lives. Most authors write on devices that are connected to the outside world. This portal tempts us to dive out of the world of our writing and into …
I’ve been using the word pause often after recently experiencing the sudden loss of my mother. Over the Christmas holiday, I gathered with my family to make funeral arrangements, and I entered the new year surrounded by the struggle of bereavement. Because of this, January brought the need for a pause from work, socializing, and …
This is the day the Lord has made;We will rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24 New King James Version At this time of year, I often find myself wondering where the past year went. The questions keep coming: What did I achieve? How did I allow myself to let the year pass without doing all the things …
