Pause. In a sentence, a semi-colon signals a pause. It isn’t a full-fledged stop like a period. It is shorter than a colon and longer than a comma. It is a pause. It allows a breath, but doesn’t demand a change of course. I am committed to pausing, even when it isn’t easy or natural. …
Out of the Chaos
Inspiration for living outside of the chaos.
A week of short challenges are ahead for us. 2We were filled with laughter, and we sang for joy. And the other nations said, “What amazing things the Lord has done for them.” 3Yes, the Lord has done amazing things for us! What joy! Psalm 126:2-3 Years ago, I was showing my brother-in-law around the area where we live. …
Today I celebrate the hard work of writing 1000 posts. I do an excellent job minimizing the difficulty of my accomplishments so today I notice and applaud the time and effort it takes to write this blog. Reflecting on what motivates me to pick up the computer every day to pen a few words intended …
I love this date because it is the day I was born. For the last few years, I was able to spend this day with my mother even though we live thousands of miles apart. I consider that to be a true blessing. Tonight we will celebrate by eating my favorite genre of food — …
4Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! Philippians 4:4 While it may not seem like a logical first step, rejoicing leads to peace. Peace is what I am after, so I begin with joy. What does that look like practically? Let me share my experience with you. Sunday morning I …
1“Is anyone thirsty? Come and drink—even if you have no money! Come, take your choice of wine or milk—it’s all free! 2Why spend your money on food that does not give you strength? Why pay for food that does you no good? Listen to me, and you will eat what is good. You will enjoy …
34“The coming of the Son of Man can be illustrated by the story of a man going on a long trip. When he left home, he gave each of his slaves instructions about the work they were to do, and he told the gatekeeper to watch for his return. 35You, too, must keep watch! For you …
I moved to Indiana in 1985. For many years, I hailed from Montana moving to Indiana only when I married. I remember many times looking longingly at other places to live. We would dream of settling in some more romantic space with opportunity, scenery and, to be honest, a starting over. It certainly wasn’t that …
There are moments when I contemplate writing a book. I consider entitling it, “ETC” because it would be a collection of all my random wanderings gathered into one space. The post today might feel like I decided to do that because I did. First . . . 3Then God said, “Let there be light,” and …
7But in fact, it is best for you that I go away, because if I don’t, the Advocate won’t come. If I do go away, then I will send him to you. 8And when he comes, he will convict the world of its sin, and of God’s righteousness, and of the coming judgment. 9The world’s sin is that …
Out of the Chaos 