Growing up, every time I heard the Tortoise and the Hare fable, I always felt a little sorry for the hare. I mean, I know the purpose of the story is to teach that "slow and steady wins the race" and obviously that is a proven strategy for life. But, I guess I've always resonated …
As I've been studying and learning more about contemplative prayer (a new rhythm I'm trying to add to my day in 2018), I've started to realize how truly horrible I am at the practice of silence. I'm awful at it. I would like to blame my phone or social media or the fast pace life …
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Two thoughts (in the spirit of vulnerability)- ----------------- I've spent the last week praying about, studying and working though this idea of contemplative prayer. I realize I have so much to learn. It is a rhythm I want to add to my life this year, but I definitely don't feel qualified to teach anyone about it. …
For years, I've made New Year's resolutions. I'm a type A, goal-driven and success-oriented person. Checklists are my jam. But, while I kept many of my resolutions longer than most, I still usually failed and even if I didn't fail at keeping them, succeeding didn't make me feel less empty or a better person. Until …
When my son woke this morning, the first thing he wanted to tell me about was the dream he had last night. He couldn't contain his excitement as he described the entire dream in detail. As he explained every minute of the dream, I could see his mind wandering back to it again. He dreamed …
My thoughts on Shalom have come full circle this Advent season. Shalom is the peace of God that only He can give even when things aren't as they ought to be right now. We've talked about that when Jesus came as that tiny baby all those thousands of years ago, he came to bring peace …
"They must turn from evil and do good; they must seek peace and pursue it." (1 Peter 3:11, ESV) I take great joy in giving the "just right" gift to my loved ones. This time of year the pursuit of the elusive "perfect" gift for everyone pervades my thoughts. I'm not so much seeking …
"Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." Romans 5:1 Much is discussed at Christmas about how Jesus came to earth to bring peace. Most of the carols and stories center around Jesus bringing peace to all men on earth. But, when people think about …
The Advent season officially begins this Sunday. ..... The word advent literally means "the arrival of a notable person, thing, or event". It carries with it a sense of waiting with expectation for said notable person or event. ..... Advent is pregnant with expectation. But, what are we expecting with the celebration of the coming …
"The peace of the Lord be with you." "And, also with you." For those of you who worship weekly in a liturgical tradition, these words are familiar to you. But, whether you say these words as part of your worship on Sunday mornings or not, you may not be fully aware of why they are …
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