Approaching the Mountain

How often have we begged God to remove a mountain from our paths for fear of the climb? We sing songs about this. We hear inspirational sermons encouraging us that if only we have enough faith, we need not bother to scale the cliffs ahead. Consequently, how often have we chastised ourselves for not being … Continue reading →

Making Space

Build the more stately mansions, O my soul! As the swift seasons roll; Leave thy low-vaulted past: Let each new temple, nobler than the last, Shut thee from heaven with a dome more vast, Till thou at length art free, Leaving thine outgrown shell by life’s un- Resting sea. –Oliver Wendell Holmes in “The Chambered … Continue reading →

To Know One Another

On what basis can one determine the quality of a relationship with another person? (and I’m not just talking about romantic relationships) At what point can it be decided that one truly knows others for who they really are? I find myself often fooled into believing that one relationship or another is deeper than it … Continue reading →

Cry for Absalom

Recently I found myself in a room full of Christians with political conversations abounding. Soon enough, opinions about political adversaries and the “War on Terrorism” became the focal point, which led to rejoicing over the demise of various individuals who have wreaked havoc in the world. Naturally, this led to prayerful hopes that other adversaries … Continue reading →

A Trust that Trumps Fear

When it comes to hearing the voice of the Lord, especially when seeking direction, I must confess that it does not always come easily to me. As a child and even into my first year at ORU, I felt like identifying His guidance was fairly simple. I was accustomed to hearing Him in specific ways; … Continue reading →

Engraving Grace

There are some stories in scripture that hit me harder than others. Some stories I am very intentional about engraving in my heart and mind, determined to learn from the lessons that can be found therein. And then there are other stories that I just cannot seem to shake, try as I may.  The story … Continue reading →

A Love that is Too Much

“The house of my soul is too  narrow for You to come in to me; let it be enlarged by You.” – St. Augustine Though I’m sure it is not intended to do so, this song makes me think about my interaction with God in all of His love and glory. My head begins to … Continue reading →

Show or Tell

A few thoughts about the ways in which we communicate interest, love and appreciation have been stirring and evolving in my mind over the last several weeks.  Last night I watched My Fair Lady and this clip sealed the deal for me. I just had to get it out of my system and perhaps gain … Continue reading →

Richard Roberts’ Arrest

By now, I imagine that you, my dear reader, have already heard and reacted to the news of Richard Robert’s DUI arrest. If not, you can read the details here. As soon as I read the news, my heart immediately broke for a myriad of reasons. Such an odd mix of emotions began to stir … Continue reading →

Interpret the Rumbling

I was awake at the crack of dawn this morning, which has been significantly earlier than usual as of late. As soon as my eyes opened and my mind was somewhat coherent, I was accosted by an incredible rumbly in my tumbly (as our dear Pooh Bear would say). As I tried to ignore the … Continue reading →