Out of the Chaos
Inspiration for living outside of the chaos.
Tag: inspirational
Daily Reads 12.31.2019
Happy New Year’s Eve! Last week, I was watching a news channel and they highlighted the preparation taking place in Times Square for the dropping of the crystal ball later today. It is truly a magnificent creation. Patch.com describes it this way: The 2020 Waterford Crystal sphere set to drop on the last midnight of …
Daily Reads 12.29.2019
The year is widing down and many of us look to the New Year with hopes that things will be different, better somehow. The beginning of the year is a great time to evaluate our lives and make changes. This often involves resolutions related to health and wellness, both financially and physically. Unfortunately, statistics say …
Daily Reads 12.28.2019
Today would have been my mom and dad’s 68th wedding anniversary. My dad passed from this life into his eternal home in September of 2009. I still miss him and his stubborn ways. But one thing that lives on is his commitment to family and faith. I cannot thank him enough for his stubbornness in …
Daily Reads 12.27.2019
Henri J.M. Nouwen wrote a beautiful book entitled “Life of the Beloved.” A short and valuable read, it explores the possibility of spiritual living in a secular world. During Advent, I read Nouwen’s Advent devotional. The entry for Day 21 was entitled, “Belovedness Belongs to All.” I was challenged to see not only myself, but …
Daily Reads 12.26.2019
The day after…it can be a let down. Gifts given and received, special dinners prepared and eaten, toasts made, games played, movies watched. The house is quiet and you are alone with your thoughts. And me, because you are reading this blog. It reminds me of a baking snafu my daughter had a couple days …
Daily Reads 12.25.2019
Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terrified, but the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city …
Daily Reads 12.24.2019
Advent Day 24: Read: Luke 24 It was many years ago, a lifetime it seems. I struggled under the heavy burden of religious obligation. Weary and tired, like a candle flickering before it is extinguished, I nearly collapsed under the weight. And then I read this scripture: “Look at my Servant, whom I have chosen. …
Daily Reads 12.23.2019
Day 23 of Advent: Read: Luke 23 The reading today feels dark and devoid of hope. Jesus is put on trial with the entire religious community yelling for his crucifixion. The scoundrel, Barrabas, is released instead. Can the world get much darker than this? The One who ignited hope, who proclaimed the Good News, who …
Daily Reads 12.22.2019
Advent Day 22: Read: Luke 22 Today’ reading is heavy. The final days of Jesus begin with the Passover celebration with his disciples followed by his arrest and trial. Jesus warns of the impending events, but Peter quickly replies he is willing to go to prison and even die, if necessary. Jesus gently informs Peter …
Daily Reads 12.21.2019
Advent Day 21: Read: Luke 21 Then everyone will see the Son of Man coming on a cloud with power and great glory! Luke 21:27 Advent: the arrival of a notable person or event We wait, not for a tiny baby to be born, but for the victorious Jesus to return with power and great glory. …
Out of the Chaos 