Jesus taught the mysteries of the Kingdom of God with parables. Parables are stories which appear very simple on the surface, but they hold deeper meanings of the heart. One of his most famous was
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“There are far, far better things ahead than we leave behind.” ~ C.S. Lewis Tomorrow Territory? It’s been said that C.S. not only believed but held fast to his faith and the resonating truth of
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What’s on your mind? Or maybe “a penny for your thoughts.” I’ve been asked this question a lot in my life. While it is a faulty assumption that I am thinking deep thoughts when
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It started out as just another workday in my rural hometown. Little did I know I would experience the divine protection of Jehovah Raah that very day. I dropped my 3-year-old son off at my
Read moreWhat Sort of Mother Am I?
I stand at the foot of the cross, the weight of my son’s suffering pressing down on me until I can scarcely breathe. His naked body, broken and bleeding, hangs before me—life draining from him
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Hands Strong and muscular Or weak and wanting They can make many things They can build a castle in the sand But waves will wash it out They can erect a sky scraper But time
Read moreA Treasured Legacy
Everybody receives a treasured legacy. And everybody leaves one … or more. What legacy have you received? Or perhaps, legacies. Before answering that, let’s discuss what a legacy includes. Definitions range from the inheritance of
Read moreThe Spiritual Practice of Simplicity
Simplicity creates margins and spaces and openness in our lives. – Adele Calhoun Do you feel like you’re going way over the speed limit of life, yet still falling behind? I’m blessed to spend some
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A CREATIVE? Make a careful exploration of who you are and the work you have been given, and then sink yourself into that. Don’t be impressed with yourself. Don’t compare yourself with others. Each of
Read moreHearing God’s Voice
When the Lord saw that he had gone over to look, God called to him from within the bush, “Moses! Moses!” ~Exodus 3:4 NLT The SCREECH was unmistakable. Only years later would I equate it
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