He made his signature move and said, “Do this in memory of me.” Much easier said than done. As was suggested, the key is preparation, just showing up – not enough. First, the table must be set sometimes simple, sometimes ornate readied to be a center. Then, to dress the part, washed up, and vested,Continue reading “Legacy”
Category Archives: Companion
The Covenant
I have been chosen by God and I am grateful to be chosen. God embraces me and blesses me and I accept the graces. I am a part of creation. God joyously expects me to be a good steward without demanding subservience. I offer God my heart and soul, open and submissive. I offerContinue reading “The Covenant”
Waiting
Waiting is not for me, you, or another… Waiting is with me, you, and another. Waiting listens with patience – Aware of what is revealed. A part while being apart, hearing the sounds of silence, continue to continue. Waiting stands still with courage – Attentive to needs and wants. Abide despite abiding, cultivating is theContinue reading “Waiting”
Cancelling Cancel
Well-intentioned Zero Tolerance has created unintended consequences “Political correctness” is to be applauded and it is an acquired skill accompanied by shame and humility Misread context creates false positives Thoughtless comments make ill-fitting negatives Youth makes mistakes Anger violates civility Separateness teaches inequality Conceit blinds openness What is done speaks to what is said andContinue reading “Cancelling Cancel”
Oasis
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”
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)”
