Wait
Each Friday my writing stems from a word prompt. Five minutes, one word prompt. The prompt this week is … Wait. Wait - it's an odd sort of word. It brings to mind the thought of standing still or in one place while looking forward towards something expectantly. It's...
Out of Words
We all face times when we are truly out of words - when we cannot find the words to say to others, ourselves, or even to pray. It is wonderful to have a guide or a book for just those times. Out Of Words, by Carmen Horne, is the perfect devotional for those times, as...
Both Sensitive & Strong
HSP >>> "Highly Sensitive Person" and has long carried a negative connotation. But what if this is the way God designed you? What if sensitivity is part of His unique forming of our personalities and comes with a strength to navigate life in much needed ways?...
Of Offenses, Bridges & Rest
The fall colors are in full display, and here in New England, are boldly declaring the beauty of God. Week 3 in Settle My Soul boldly brought these thoughts ... ~*~*~ "Good sense makes one slow to anger, and it is his glory to overlook an offense."Â (Proverbs 19:11,...
In the Shelter. In the Shadow.
“Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty.†(Psalm 91:1, NLT) It’s one of those “go to†verses when we are in need of protection. So familiar and yet I wondered how I had ever missed one simple word. One...
God’s Smile
"O my God, lean down and listen to me. Open your eyes and see our despair ... We make this plea, not because we deserve help, but because of your mercy." (Daniel 9:18, NLT) "We think that God will smile on our efforts. He doesn't. God's smile is not for the healthy...