The last few days have been cold and wintery here in Dallas. Well, cold according to Texans (usually meaning anything in the 50?s or below).? The last two days haven’t made it above freezing and ice on the roads meant schools were closed. Everyone prepared for this “winter event” by buying firewood, pulling out gloves […]
Resting in the Eye of a Hurricane: Psalm 48
When I lead day retreats for leaders, I like to begin in a passage of scripture before we head out to a time of solitude. On one such retreat,?I spoke from Psalm 48. One of the ways I like to prepare for such a talk is to read, reflect and write insights I gain in […]
How Can I Grow More Mature in Christ?
Let’s spend some time in scripture together. Take a moment to?read Philippians 3:7-17 slowly and reflectively.?Then make your way through the thoughts below. We grow more mature in Christ as? He Himself fills more and more of the horizon of my life (7-8). Paul looks at the advantages of his Hebrew heritage, his religious family, […]
Personalizing Isaiah 30
At times I like to personalize a passage of scripture for myself. ??Personalized? is not a paraphrase, but more of a prayed passage, listening for how God might apply it to me. As an example, here is my personalized version of Isaiah 30:15-18.?Why not?read it for yourself before you read on? ?Listen to what King […]
Abide In My Love
Let’s enjoy some time in John 15:1-11 Reading 1 ?As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. (John 15:9 NIV) Remain in my love. Stay near me. Resist the bent invitations to “better” places that are an empty lie. Remain in the love that is real. Reading […]
Thirsty for God
I?ve been grateful for the psalms. Since my training in spiritual direction at the Pecos Benedictine Abbey, I?ve found great encouragement and help in praying the psalms as I start my day. One of my favorites is Psalm 42. As the deer longs for the water brooks,?so longs my soul for you, O God.?My soul […]
Strength for the Weak
Isaiah 40:28-29 Have you never heard? ????? Have you never understood? The Lord is the everlasting God, ????? The Creator of all the earth He never grows weak or weary. ????? No one can measure the depths of his understanding. He gives power to the weak ????? And strength to the powerless. A prayer: I […]
