Broken

The other day I was watching H.G.T.V. The designer bought a huge piece of tempered plate glass and broke it into what seemed like a million pieces. The designer then took the broken pieces of glass and filled the bottom of a fancy, outdoor, fire pit to create a...

Why I Have to Give Mercy

Over the last two years I’ve become passionate about mercy. I’m determined to remember mercy, because of the mercy that was given to me through the blood of Jesus on the cross. Yes, I fall short. I fail with my words, thoughts, and even actions, but I’m striving for...

Mercy Waits

There is a familiar lyric, which has been repeated in many worship songs: “Break my heart for what breaks Yours.” The other night as I was praying for some dear people going through some scary circumstances, I began to pray that lyric. And then I thought, “There is no...

Beyond Today…

Have you ever been hungry to do more than your doing right now? Do you dream of places different than where you are standing at this very moment? Are your eyes wide for more than just today? Do you want to see beyond the troubles of right now? I have an ache inside to...

Do You Ever Wonder if You Belong?

Ann Voskamp is guest hosting for Five Minute Friday. She has chosen the word belong for the prompt. I think I’ve always struggled with finding my place and purpose. I’m not sure why. I don’t think anyone has ever really caused these anxious feelings to stir inside of...

A Gift

This morning when you opened your eyes there was a gift waiting. It might not have been beautifully wrapped. Through difficult seasons it is tear stained because of the compassion that accompanies it. And through seasons of sunshine,  it’s colored with...

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