I hate storm clouds! They rearrange my agenda, and ruin my plans for being outside. They remind me that I am not in control. Clouds never represent something pleasant, welcome, or desirable. This is also true of my life: storm clouds ruin my plans. I want things to go the way I envision them; I want life to be predictable … Read More
Power Up with Patience
I am not a very patient person. I am always in a hurry. The Lord has been teaching me to slow down and be patient, think it through, and look to see things more clearly. In the slowing down, I am learning that patience acts in the face of something that is not right. It is a curious opposite to … Read More
The Benefits of a Spiritual Mentor
We are drawn to inner growth, yet often find ourselves stumbling in confusion as we attempt to walk a spiritual path alone. I think we all wish we had a spiritual mentor to guide us on our faith journey. There is much comfort and security in walking together with someone rather than attempting to journey alone. If we were to … Read More