At the risk of sounding like a doomsday prophet I’d say that difficult times are upon us and bound to get worse. Financial woes, unstable governments, pandemics, alarming Great Resets, crumbling values. There are also existential threats to health and the environment, according to experts. Indeed, on our summer treks people everyone everywhere spoke ofContinueContinue reading “These Hard Times: Time to Reset?”
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Faith Lessons From the Olive Tree
Olives and olive trees played an influential role in Bible times and in Scripture. They furnished food, ointment, illumination, heat, and an essential ingredient for making soap. The evergreen tree is a remarkable tree! It has an extensive root system which enables it to withstand wind, heat, and drought. And in its native arid andContinueContinue reading “Faith Lessons From the Olive Tree”
Giving Thanks Even for Fleas
Can we ever be too thankful? I don’t think so, and I believe the Scriptures back me up. But life is often a struggle, and it is so easy to fall into the habit of fretting, complaining, or even despairing. So let’s learn a lesson from Corrie ten Boom on giving thanks. Giving thanks inContinueContinue reading “Giving Thanks Even for Fleas”
The Father Abraham Mystery Walk
Have you ever taken a Mystery Walk? I have, and we all take them every day. Because when we get right down to it, life is a mystery. We don’t know what tomorrow will bring, or even if we’ll have any tomorrows. And sometimes it’s hard to know which path to take, let alone explain itContinueContinue reading “The Father Abraham Mystery Walk”
Finding God In the Storm
Scientists tell us that even hurricanes provide some benefit. Though violent, these storms cleanse the ocean by breaking up bacteria and bringing in fresh oxygen. They also bring much-needed rain, replenishing barrier islands and inland vegetation.¹ But it’s hard to see the good in storms while they’re raging, isn’t it? Like when the disciples foundContinueContinue reading “Finding God In the Storm”
The Journey of Growth Takes Change
Every journey requires change. A change of place, of movement, of position. It requires leaving, surrender, and a leap into the unknown. So some people (like me) don’t mind change, but more seem to actually fear or dread it. Which is understandable. Jumping off a cliff, so to speak, can be scary! Fear of changeContinueContinue reading “The Journey of Growth Takes Change”