There's a gaping holeIt's the shape of her left in my heartit's so unfairI needed those hugsand words of careher gentle kindnesswas never thereI needed a momwho didn't existhow am I suppose to go on? To grow up without this?Where can I run towhen I need her nurturing? I never did know what that felt … Continue reading The Lion
Christian Encouragement
Restoration and Reclaiming
1 Peter 5:10 "And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast." Several years have passed by since I have hit the publish button here on the blog. There are 54 … Continue reading Restoration and Reclaiming
Overwhelmed.
Life as a whole has been utterly overwhelming in many ways recently. It seems the storms keep coming and yet the rainbows are always there at the end to remind me of Gods love and faithfulness through it all. The troubles are not the only overwhelming part; the joy and peace and excitement for the … Continue reading Overwhelmed.
Strangely Dim.
Even the most beautiful things in this world are but trash in comparison to the Gospel and what Christ did for us. Living in a country where wealth is so highly sought after it can be difficult to battle the urge to jump on the material train lifestyle. We are constantly bombarded with messages that … Continue reading Strangely Dim.
Greetings
In small group we have been studying the book of Romans. As part of the discussion this week the question was posed "What would others say of you and your character?". We were reflecting on Romans chapter 16, which is Pauls conclusion of his letter to the church of Rome. He begins the end of … Continue reading Greetings
Transparent Parenting
1 Peter 5:2-3 "Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not pursuing dishonest gain, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock." Friend: Do you ever … Continue reading Transparent Parenting
Easter and Injustice
Here we are on Good Friday. There isn't a whole lot of good about it other than we know that our Savior rose again. The events that happened on this day so long ago needed to occur into order for us to be set free from our sin. A man who knew no sin was … Continue reading Easter and Injustice
