This year we hiked into the forest to obtain our tree. We were prepared and excited for the day. Signs at the beginning of the trail warning of mountain lion presence were not daunting and we forged ahead. Soon we encountered a lone woman and her giant Malinois carrying her tree down like a prize …
The Hem
From “All The King’s Men: A Poetic Treatise On Healing” by Jamie Lewis. The Hem: a watercolor I am tired of fighting shameIts shadow chases meI reach my hand to touch HimAnd just as I feel the hem of His garment-A single thread within my graspShame rears its ugly head againI pull back in dreadUnholy …
Repairing the Nets: Rules of Rest
This proverb is often attributed to Steve Jobs. It is a valuable way of thinking. It certainly worked for him. But what does it mean? Are we to keep busy merely for the sake of societal or perceived spiritual self improvement? God forbid! It is a truth, however, that renewal is not redeemed through idleness. …
Promises
Embrace the promise of Spring. Look with hope toward life.
A Quiet Place: A Week Alone in the Woods
“Being Still” is not easy in todays’s world of “I’ve got things to do, place to go, people to see” mentality. This year I spent a week alone in the woods with sketchy cell service. It was a gift from my Father.
Notes on Proverbs 15
You are a gentle answerA WhisperA HopeThe Lamb of GodLaying down your lifeNo one takes it from youYou are a thunderous replyA RoarA hopeThe Lion of JudahShouting out your victoryDeath can't keep you boundYou are a tree of LifeThe hope fulfilleda tongue bringing healingMy heart lies open before youMy victoryMy freedomMy healingMy Lion and My …
Stay Alert! Four Things the Enemy Wants to Accomplish and How to Overcome his Tactics
I rarely, if ever, share dreams which I believe have meaning. Primarily because they are usually for me to pray through. That said, I share this today, because I believe there is a message here for the church. We must "be alert and of sober mind, for our enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour." I Peter 5:8 NIV
Forever He is God
Foreshadowing
It happens every year in our area of Southeast Texas and has for as long as I can remember-a warm spell signaling the end of winter, such as it is here. It is a harbinger of spring calling people to Lowe’s, Home Depot, or Tractor Supply to browse through the nursery. Tilling begins and the …
The Playlist Update
UPDATE: Dad came through surgery well. Concerns were the cancer would be attached to the chest wall. In that case, the doctor stated he would need to back out and close up without going further. But all was clear in this regard. Praise God!! The surgeon removed Dad's left lung and part of his bronchial …
