We start each day alone. Be aware and be attentive. Be aware that those who cross your path is the image and likeness. Be attentive and honor all and yield not to discouragement. The Spirit drove him forth into the desert.”[1] Prayer and fasting opens us This rite of passage tests – If we listen,Continue reading “Oasis”
Category Archives: Companion
Problem
Just sayin’, “no problem”, does not help. There is a tendency to dismiss problems, by suggesting they are not, what they are: an issue to deal with. Time and time again problems remain. Unless trouble is responded to, these issues will not resolve themselves. Just sayin’, “no problem”, does not help. Unacknowledged problems will fester,Continue reading “Problem”
Redeemer (Psalm 19)
Heaven declares the beauty of God; Earth proclaims the work of Her hands. Everyday in every way they announce Her; always in all ways they present Her. Her promise is for all Her voice is heard by every one. Her song goes out to all the earth, it calls across theContinue reading “Redeemer (Psalm 19)”
Helper
He drew an invisible X on the floor, “Stand right here and don’t move”. He handed me the droplight and pointed to a spot ahead of us, “If you want to help, shine the light here.” I was ten and really wanted to help, How was this helpful? He put the toolbox down, opened it,Continue reading “Helper”
Assent’s Ascent
Who can be one with God?.. The psalmist says The person with clean hands and pure heart The person who does not lie by oath or deceive by swear[1] Clean hands work delivers dignity it is not how much, or how well it is the joy of producing Pure heart intention affords affinity the expressionContinue reading “Assent’s Ascent”
Savior (Psalm 142)
I call out to my God. I pray to Her for Her favor. I pour out my problem to Her. I tell Her about my trouble. When I grow weak, She knows what I’m going through. In the path where I walk, people have hidden a trap to catch me. Look around me,Continue reading “Savior (Psalm 142)”
Worthiness (Psalm 30)
My Lady, I give you praise lift me out of the depths and do not let my despair consume me. My God, I call to you for help heal me. My Mother, save me from ruination; do not abandon me. I sing with the rest of the wholly holy to ourContinue reading “Worthiness (Psalm 30)”
Cultivator (Psalm 8)
My Lady and our God, hallowed be your name on earth as it is in heaven Your glory is confirmed by all the earth and throughout the cosmos. Even from the mouths of babes we know the Truth, which silences our foes, and thwarts our nemeses As I consider theContinue reading “Cultivator (Psalm 8)”
Instrument
use without abuse employ without exploiting i support justice and serve mercy i embrace sacrifice and abandon selfishness without doubt, i leap with faith with hope i relieve despair light overpowers darkness forgiveness overturns guilt healing overwhelms injury happiness overcomes sadness to give undoes the dullness of apathy to listen brings the courage of telepathyContinue reading “Instrument”
Counted
We are not a melting pot We are a salad It is impossible to not have biases, prejudice creates walls without bridges – discounted persons live in exclusion. Separate but equal is an illusion, lip service is a pretend opening – not excluded persons live in seclusion. Walk the walk makes real talk the talk,Continue reading “Counted”