Symbols and metaphors powerfully remind me of what is true. I wish I could hold onto foundational truths without help, but often I need a little help remembering, something tangible to bring my heart back to what I know. In many ways, that is why I write, stacking words to remember Truth encountered, Love lived, … Continue reading Loved more than you know
Romans 8
Wednesdays with Jillene: remember to forget
Isaiah had forgotten as usual to brush his teeth before heading to bed tonight. In exasperation I said, “Why do I always have to remind people to do things they have to do everyday?” Isaiah immediately quipped, “Does anyone ever have to give you a reminder to forget?” Me (with the instantaneous weight of truth hitting … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: remember to forget
Wednesdays with Jillene: for what the law was powerless to do…
[It is 11:55... barely any time left in Wednesday. I wasn't sure I would write today. Still wasn't sure as I hit publish on this post. It is long... very long compared to many of my posts. It is hard some days to put into written form what God reveals in a real life Wednesdays … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: for what the law was powerless to do…
Wednesdays with Jillene: heat and drought
This has been a hot, dry summer. The landscape and animals are showing the effects of such a harsh season; in many areas the grass is brown, crops are suffering and animals are seeking refuge indoors. The damage being done may be irreparable for this growing season. Wells are running low, even dry in some … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: heat and drought