A definition from Merriam-Webster: Hope: 1. to desire with expectation of obtainment or fulfillment. 2. to expect with confidence (as in trust). {Wait… watch and pray. Because He came then I can eagerly expect His return.} Biblically, our hope is in God. It’s my trust in Him, and His good nature that makes possible my … Continue reading Eager expectation of good
Lessons of lament: Years ago, in a personal time of loss, I remember weeping before the Lord. The holidays were fast approaching, and I was sad. Normally, the holidays would be a time of giving extra. A time for end of year giving. A time for gifts of appreciation. A time to be extravagant with … Continue reading Morning Communion: Deep Pockets
November 8, 2025 {Imagine the dusty feet in sandals walking across this desert sand} Jesus in dusty sandaled feet, as You call me out of my comfort in the dark morning, I want to follow You. Will you walk me to the coffee pot? I want to drink my cup with You this morning. Help … Continue reading Morning Communion: Will you help me?
November 1, 2025 Pondering on a full moon setting. Anticipating the next occurrence of such beauty and brilliance. I’m not promised the opportunity to behold another full moon. The full moon 4 AM Awakened in the earliest morning hours by the light streaming into our bedroom window. It was too bright to ignore. Pulling myself … Continue reading Morning Communion: Who owns the glory?
October 26, 2025 There is no better teacher than Jesus. And He asks the best questions. Here’s one regarding the Kingdom of God and a mustard seed. “He said therefore, “What is the kingdom of God like? And to what shall I compare it? It is like a grain of mustard seed that a man … Continue reading A Great Teacher Asks the Best Questions: mustard seed
We are planners. Westerners, I mean. Aren’t we wired by our culture to have a plan, stock our calendars with appointments, and respond to greetings with just how incredibly busy we are? We (Westerners) are driven from a young age to think about (plan) what we want to do when we grow up. We are … Continue reading Who owns the breath?
“ ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. ’” Matthew … Continue reading Your will?
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