Monthly Archives: March 2018

On the Morn of Crucifixion

In the black shadows of the longest night,
when all of love and might seemed turned to naught,
it seemed that even angels dared not speak Continue reading

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The Promise & Prophecy of Spring

We need the remembering that we were born to planting, made for growing and filled with the promise of God’s own good yield, sown in the fields of heart and soul. Continue reading

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Friends and the Art of Leftover Chili

What do leftover chili, great friendships and highly effective organizations have in common? The ability to retain individual traits, unity and greater purpose. With a little spice thrown in… Continue reading

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Prayer from the Heart of Prairie Country

What hope we hold for spring!
What desire for winter’s green promise,
the yielding of frozen earth to warming winds Continue reading

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Of Tires, Tubes & Testings

It’s not always easy to find the exact cause of a problem but it nearly always increases the probability of being able to fix it. Continue reading

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Among the Shadows of Old Boulders

It is not often the easy view of others that gives us a true understanding of the loads they carry. It takes more than accidental knowing, something more like caring. Continue reading

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The Humility of Desperation

Perhaps you have a sense today of someone in greater need of prayer than you expected. Well, if that’s the case and no one else comes to mind: I’m your huckleberry! 🙂
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Long Ride after a Long Week

It might not be for everyone, but a long bike ride after a long week of tragedy and stress was just the “rest” I needed. Continue reading

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Beyond Fire and Pain

Even when I cannot fathom the present moment, I will trust the coming hours to him who holds all things. Continue reading

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Living in the Fire Zone

Living in a place where the level of fire danger rating includes the word “Catastrophic” requires a different mindset. Continue reading

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