Paul says, “When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child…” The truth was incomplete – the covenant was a contract. God’s intervention was a quid pro quo and my understanding was delusional. “When I grew up…” I talk like a grown-up,Continue reading “Good News”
Category Archives: Virtue
Pathway
I left the house and strolled into the abyss of darkness that seemed impenetrable. Nothing blocked me or made me want to turn back but clearly what was ahead was obscured. To find my way through the black was going to take time and effort and a different set of eyes. IContinue reading “Pathway”
The Beatitudes
Blessed are the weary, for they will have rest. Blessed are the builders of bridges, for they will be received. Blessed are the stewards, for they will be sated. Blessed are the givers, for they will be forgiven. Blessed are the searchers, for they will be found. Blessed are theContinue reading “The Beatitudes”
Acceptance
It is not always about change; it is about transformation. Being one expands my range – fulfillment is in transition. Of course, I will never be the same; and, indeed, I may be different. Being one expands my heart’s claim – contentment is embracing bent. Some strive to make it happen; rather thanContinue reading “Acceptance”
Silence
Quietly wander without making noise, or in stillness embrace the emptiness. It takes skill to be heartily refreshed, listening is work done with a purpose, to communicate with silence opens me. In silence, we don’t take more than we need – being present can be a huge ordeal, being present can provide aContinue reading “Silence”