The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1
Fear is a liar.
It wants us to believe that we are subject to its power. It creeps slowly into the best part of our lives and crushes joy with its relentless fist. It often comes without invitation or warning, making its mark on our decisions and in our relationships.
The opposite of fear is courage.
Continue reading “a liar”
“The Lord is not slow in keeping his promises, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.” 2 Peter 3:9
This time of pandemic in our World is undoubtedly teaching us many new things –
like just how many absurd varieties of face-masks & thermometers there are, giggles!
As well as strengthening other more familiar skill-sets,
such as our care & concern for others.
(I’d love to hear what you are learning & strengthening! )
For myself patience is at the forefront of what I seem to be called to address, (or re-address.)
Continue reading “patience”
“Every kingdom divided against itself will be ruined, and every city or household divided against itself will not stand.”
Matthew 12:25
Do you remember a moment when you realized you just couldn’t do it on your own?
I am learning how, in these moments, it is important to become vulnerable, fall on my knees & have my Prayer Team on speed-dial!
American culture has historically encouraged us to be independent.
This freedom of choice is a gift, and yet it can also lead to us feeling as though we are the masters of our own destiny. Even now, as independent as the modern life may be, we are still part of many social structures.
Continue reading “building up.”
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