calling, fear, sky, stars

The Glitter Maker

I’m terrified. God has called me to form a writing group in Wilmington, and I am terrified. A week ago I gave a truly motivating speech to the trees as I walked down the path through my neighborhood. How I wish I would have taped that brilliant speech. Now that the day is here I fear my voice will be shaky …

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comfort, fellowship, Jesus, peace, pumpkin pie and coolwhip, satisfaction, Thanksgiving dinner

Satisfaction

My soul will be satisfied as with the richest of foods; with singing lips my mouth will praise you. (Psalm 63:5) What is the most satisfying meal you can remember? What meal evokes the best memories? I think Thanksgiving would have to be at the top of my list. I’m probably the most satisfied after eating all those rich and …

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God's love, Ipod shuffle, Jesus, revelation

Another Song

I love my purple Ipod Shuffle. It’s old, and the songs on it are old. They are the original songs my kids put on it for me years ago. The most awesome thing about my Shuffle is that I don’t have to decide what I want to hear. I have no choice actually because there is no screen showing me the songs …

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grace, hymns, praise, salvation, sinner

Come Thou Fount

A friend reminded me of this hymn the other day. As I stood outside watching the sky do its daily miracle and listening to an obnoxious chirp in the top of a tree in our yard, I found myself humming this song. It’s a good tune to hum. Hopefully you can find a version of it somewhere to listen. But for now, …

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