I chose this one-line scripture because it is one of my favorites and has always spoken to me. The story of Samuel being called in the middle of the night awakens my senses and spirit every time I hear or read it. It may be because, although I hate to admit it, my listening skills… Continue reading “Speak Lord, for your servant is listening.”
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Ready
Getting ready for the day ahead involves a list of tasks in order to put on our best self. Bathing, grooming, brushing our teeth and choosing our clothing for the day are but a few. Special occasions may take more time, paying extra attention to our desirable outcome. Maybe it’s for attending church, a party… Continue reading Ready
“He got into the boat with them and the wind died down.”
Seriously, when I read this one line of scripture during my morning prayer time, it spoke to me. It even pulled me back to read over a few more times. Every week Jesus and I share with you one single word to reflect on and a story, in the hopes to keep us both anchored… Continue reading “He got into the boat with them and the wind died down.”
GPS
What did we ever do before we had GPS (global positioning system) to guide us to our destinations? I clearly remember traveling for a business meeting to South Carolina in our rental car that had this “person in a box” telling us when and where to turn, assisting us in arriving at our hotel. It… Continue reading GPS
Silent
Recently, I was enjoying a telephone conversation with a girlfriend and we started reminiscing about our times when we “volunteered” to partner in leading our Contemplative Prayer Group at our local parish. For one, we both shared our surprise to even saying yes when approached by our Pastor, asking if we’d like to be involved. … Continue reading Silent
Emmanuel
The definition is simple but powerful, “God is with us.” Although it seems easy-to-understand, do we believe with all our senses that God is with us through His son, Jesus, born this day? I’ve been blessed my whole life knowing I’ve been surrounded by loved ones. I was born into a loving family, already having… Continue reading Emmanuel
Story
If you’ve been following us (that’s Jesus and me) each week by reading From God’s Lips, you probably know a little, through the stories shared, about some of my experiences and faith journey. But my stories are no match for the story we celebrate this coming week and every Christmas past. How can any of… Continue reading Story
Room
This, I believe, is the perfect word for our Advent season. My wheels started turning while baking my mother’s favorite cookie recipe for a church function. I started to reminisce about the past and had also recently heard a song (which you can listen to at the end) called “Make Room” by Casting Crowns. I… Continue reading Room
Nativity
It’s that time of the year again, although the stores and television commercials seemed way ahead of me. For my husband and I, it’s been a week of busyness, pulling out the many, familiar plastic bins and boxes full of carefully wrapped Christmas decorations and ornaments. I must admit, especially as we age, this time… Continue reading Nativity
Real
At the time, when this word spoke to me, I had been feeling a little lost and struggling with making time for prayers each day. I remember praying that morning more urgently to Jesus to feel His real presence, like I have experienced so many times in the past. Now, especially with today being the… Continue reading Real
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