The Serenity Prayer…do you remember it? Serenity to accept what can’t be changed. Courage to change what can be changed. Wisdom to know the difference. Often, we fall into self-pity instead of choosing to accept responsibility for what we CAN change! That keeps us from ever reaching serenity…or developing courage. Instead of seeking wisdom–which begins withContinue reading “The Power of Choice & Change”
Category Archives: Writing – Devotion
Where is peace?
The Serenity Prayer has spoken to hearts for decades. The author is often listed as ‘Anonymous’ and frequently the second stanza is eliminated. The longing for peace transcends time and culture. Sometimes, though, the piece is attributed to certain theologians or martyrs of the Christian faith–which takes one a little closer to the truth of its history. As it always does,Continue reading “Where is peace?”
Do I matter? Does anyone care?
It is the question we hate feeling: Do I matter? Does anyone care? We spend much of our lives seeking activities and relationships that give us an affirmative answer. There is only One who can answer that to our complete satisfaction. The only One who can answer it is the One who created us. Animals areContinue reading “Do I matter? Does anyone care?”
Heartsong AART
Jesus was the Word Incarnate – the Living Word. God’s goal is for our transformation of our human nature into Christ-likeness. That is quite a project, isn’t it?! Sometimes we need help figuring out how the truths of Scripture can be incorporated into our lives. Animals have a special ability to touch our hearts. TheContinue reading “Heartsong AART”
Who am I
I have one eye that is used a lot but I cannot see. What am I? You see me where I never was…and really can never be. What am I? If you say my name, I disappear. What am I? If I drink I die, if I eat I’m fine. What am I? Riddles areContinue reading “Who am I”
Find Peace by uniting body, mind & spirit
It astounded me to read a poster on the wall of the Lowe’s Family YMCA in North Carolina that stated their purpose as helping to bring unity to body, mind and spirit. The poster had Christ’s words from His prayer in John 17. Most non-profits began with Christian ideology…few retain those principles. As I reflectedContinue reading “Find Peace by uniting body, mind & spirit”
Danger & Devastation: Fire Insurance
We buy fire insurance with the hope that we never need it. In the natural realm, it works reasonably well. Even if the policy is not that good, fire insurance works well to gives us peace of mind and even a poor policy will mitigate the devastation if a fire happens. So, a fire insurance policyContinue reading “Danger & Devastation: Fire Insurance”
Beautiful Body
Eyes that see beauty are a gift from God! We live in an image-crazed world longing to see beauty, to find substance. The selfie craze cries out of hearts trying to find something. But real beauty is a buried treasure one must dig deep to see and enjoy. The Prophet Isaiah spoke of thisContinue reading “Beautiful Body”
Spring!
Spring-time brings out the hidden gardener in most everyone. The tender green buds on trees and the first flowers make our hearts sing–and anticipate the joys of summer. The visions–and memories–of long summer evenings, splashing water and fun with friends. There is a longing in our heart for simple connection with others. Spring reminds usContinue reading “Spring!”
Difficulties Guaranteed. Choose Outcome: Weariness or Worship.
I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 Difficulties and disappointments are guaranteed to come to every life. The outcome of every situation is our choice. We canContinue reading “Difficulties Guaranteed. Choose Outcome: Weariness or Worship.”
