Many reflections

Today I am participating in the Five Minute Friday with Kate Motaung and her crew of brilliant writers, as well as incorporating the one-word from #write28days in my daily writing adventure. Setting the timer for 5 short minutes. And goโ€ฆ ~~~~~~~~~ Reflections photo by Lisa Brittain Now into my 60th year of life on planet … Continue reading Many reflections

Skulk

1: to move in a stealthy or furtive manner 2: to hide or conceal something (such as oneself) often out of cowardice or fear or with sinister intent Definition from Merriam-Webster: As I expected, a quick search for Bible references containing the word {skulk} turned up no results. Is there a Greek, Hebrew or Aramaic … Continue reading Skulk

Decline

Decline. This was yesterdayโ€™s word. Itโ€™s been an excellent word to ponder through the filter of scripture and my personal experiences of life on planet earth. The very first memory that popped to the top of my brainโ€™s search engine was a time in college when I regretfully declined an invitation to go and hear … Continue reading Decline

Crevice

I read this one word this morning and so many thoughts popped like popcorn. Thoughts of Moses asking Almighty God to show him Godโ€™s glory. And a hymn The Cleft of The Rock - Oh, soul, thou who now art weary,To the Rock do come for rest;Come to Him who only can cheer thee,To the … Continue reading Crevice

Shock

Shock! Is Jesus ever shocked by us? My initial response is that Jesus is God so He could not possibly be shocked by anyone or anything. But honestly, as I have read the Mark 6 passage a number of times today in various translations, I just don't know. Let's read the full passage to create … Continue reading Shock

Ease

In pondering this one-word ease I wander back and remember this beautifully romantic exchange between Boaz, the landowner, and Ruth, the new girl in Bethlehem. Boaz saw her, introduced himself, and blessed her for her reputation. โ€œMay the Lord repay you for what you have done. May you be richly rewarded by the Lord, the … Continue reading Ease