Darkness changes things.It changes a beautiful woods into a scary scene.It changes a promising sunny afternoon at the pool into a disappointing change of plans.It changes a house into an obstacle course full of pinky toe-biting monsters. Darkness changes things, perhaps most significantly is how it impacts our perception. When night falls and dusk creeps … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: light
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In Awe and Wonder: persevere
Some days the attacks just keep coming, its almost as if you can’t catch a break. Even the night offers no rest. And you’re growing beyond weary, thinking, “I can’t fight this battle on every side for much longer.” Where does strength come from when you’ve exhausted every resource and it seems your enemies are … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: persevere
In Awe and Wonder: ablaze
It is intriguing how much joy and frustration building a fire can bring. Over my years in camping ministry I’ve taught many campers and staff the necessary tools to build a campfire. Once a frustrated fire builder exclaimed, “How are there so many house fires when I can’t even get one fire to light when … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: ablaze
In Awe and Wonder: heart
I never liked when we had to pick teams in gym class. Standing in line with the masses it is hard to not feel judged; after all, the captains are trying to choose a winning team. I really didn’t like to be a captain either. So much pressure to pick the right team?. What if … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: heart
Thin Moments 