answered prayer, Psalms, sunrise

Morning Pursuit

Morning Clouds, Beverly, MA by Kim Andrist Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul. Psalm 143:8 Sea Gull in the Sunrise, Kim Andrist Sometimes God seems so far away. And then…He gives you this: …

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Holy Spirit, Mary of Bethany, prompting, worship

Give it Away

“Six days before the Passover, Jesus arrived at Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. Here a dinner was given in Jesus’ honor. Martha served, while Lazarus was among those reclining at the table with Him. Then Mary took about a pint of pure nard, an expensive perfume; she poured it on Jesus’ feet and wiped …

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feelings, moods, reality, thanksgiving

The "M" Word

Moods. I’ve never considered myself a moody person, but I remember the day when my mom told my best friend as they pow-wowed about my quick engagement to Mike, that I was moody. I was offended. Me? I’m not the “M” word. I’m very even tempered and rational. Okay…well, maybe most of the time I am. But I admit once in a while …

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growing, love of God, perfection, persistence

Lessons Around Us

Gently bring your attention back to Me whenever it wanders away. I look for persistence–rather than perfection–in your walk with Me. ~Jesus Calling, June 23 Persistence rather than perfection. Kind of like potty-training a puppy. (exhausted smile) Where can you find lessons from God in your life? Is it in the faithfulness of the sunrise? His provision for the birds? …

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belief, choosing, faith, fear, grief, new, Trust

Friday Faith/Trust

Update on puppy: He slept in his crate last night. Lauren took the midnight shift potty-break. I took the 5am. The cat is still spooked, but no longer looks like she is going to eat him. Drew is still breathing. But the pup has no name; nothing has fit yet. I’m still a little shocked at this scenario. And thankful. Maybe I …

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