The book of Ruth opens with desperation and tragedy. During a time of extreme famine we read as family moves to a foreign land seeking refuge. Tragedy strikes and 3 women lose their husbands. There, in that land far from home, the widows find themselves without protection or provision. Naomi turns to her grieving daughters-in-law … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: Redeemer
In Awe and Wonder: near
“Why don’t you just let me do what I want?” How do you view rules? If your personality enjoys structure, order and clear expectations then your perspective on rules and lists would be very different from someone who thrives on innovation, adaption and creativity. To the former, rules provide a framework in which to function. … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: near
In Awe and Wonder: barefoot
This may be the dilemma you didn’t know you’d have this holiday season. Do you take off your shoes or keep them on? If the Christmas celebrations are at your home then I’m thinking you know which you’ll choose. But, if you are heading to someone else’s home do you wait for a sign from … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: barefoot
In Awe and Wonder: save
Have you ever experienced one of those GPS fails where an apparent error or lack of data causes your GPS to lead you astray? You’ve hit a dead end but the GPS says to keep on going. Or maybe there is no suitable road for you to take but the GPS says this is definitely … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: save
In Awe and Wonder: dream
Some nights our sleep is filled with dreams. Do you remember your dreams? Are they absurd or realistic? Some dreams may be so vivid that as your eyes open, it is hard to know if you are dreaming or awake. In Genesis 28 Jacob dreams a very vivid, very real dream, which turns out to … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: dream
In Awe and Wonder: test
Following instructions is very important, especially during a test. At times our preconceived notions of how things should go prevent us from giving due regard to the instructions. If this was your test, what score would you receive? It wasn’t a hard test by any stretch of the imagination but the results would be telling, … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: test
In Awe and Wonder: blessing
Tucked into the nooks and crannies of our countryside there is an abundance of beautiful places to explore. Even in an age of travel blogs, tourism webpages, and GPS directions it takes a bit of an adventurous spirit to enjoy the less traveled roads. You have to be willing to traverse a bit of the … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: blessing
In Awe and Wonder: promise
Have you ever been fascinated by the swing of a pendulum or found yourself mesmerized by “perpetual motion toys” as a child (or as an adult, if we’re being honest)? The “Drinking Bird,” Newton’s Cradle, Spinning Top, and the Gyroscope to name a few! Not only did these toys captivate our attention, we also learned … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: promise
In awe and wonder: hidden
Have you ever let your mind wander into what Eden would have been like… if the goodness of creation in Genesis chapters 1 and 2 remained and the fall never happened? Yesterday I wrote that it is often difficult to stop and see creation without the shadow of sin darkening the view. And while I … Continue reading In awe and wonder: hidden
In awe and wonder: Creation
"I made this!” Speaking honestly, there isn’t much in life that I’ve created that has given me great joy. Or perhaps it's more accurate to say there isn't much in life I've created that has given me lasting joy. Very limited times that my culinary creations or writing pieces have me saying, “Wow, that is … Continue reading In awe and wonder: Creation
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