“God’s grace is sufficient for you…” (2 Corinthians 12:9) It’s December 1, and winter has already made itself far too comfortable. Ten or so inches of snow are piled up outside—and apparently that wasn’t enough, because we’re expecting two to four more inches tonight. I
Are you ready for today? Many of you are probably already up and about, putting final plans into action. But no matter what your plans are for the day – whether your house is about to be filled with guests or you are traveling or
It was inevitable, I suppose. Winter has arrived. The sound of howling wind woke me up around 3 am, and a few minutes ago, when I opened the door to let Tori out, she stared at me as if I was trying to kill her.
The Tuesday before Thanksgiving is often a strange kind of busy. Preparation has been in full swing for a while, but suddenly the big day is too close for comfort. The grocery lists get longer, with last-minute additions or overlooked necessities. The calendar gets tighter.
Monday mornings are, at least for me, a mix of reflection and a desire to start the new week right by getting some practicalities out of the way. I think about Sunday’s services and reflect on what I might have done differently. I begin the
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding.” — Proverbs 3:5 “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” — Psalm 56:3 Our lives begin with trust, but it isn’t long before experiences teach us that
There are so many things I don’t understand. I can ponder, but meaning eludes my grasp. Some are related to my daily life and don’t bother me – I don’t understand how electricity works, how my car runs, or how, when I type these words
Do you like to make “to-do” lists? I used to write them often, especially back in the days when I was juggling work, seminary, and a part-time church appointment. I found a list both satisfying and frustrating; I enjoyed checking off completed tasks, but was
Yesterday’s meditation pondered the power of the pause. Today, our pondering focuses on the power of questions over answers. Let’s face it, we like answers. We want them, demand them. But there are days, months, and maybe even years when clarity feels just out of
