For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning. Psalm 30:5 (ESV) The phrase “joy is a form of resistance” emphasizes the idea that experiencing and expressing joy can be a powerful act of defiance against adversity, oppression, or despair. It suggests that joy is not… Read More
Begin with Praise
Someone walked by my table in the coffee shop and asked, “How are you?”I answered, “I’m good, thanks.”“Glad to hear it,” he said in passing. “Am I really?” I asked myself, looking at my hand and remembered:Thumb: Praise God in every situation.Pointer: and my faith will ignite and burn brightly,Tall Finger: so that I can… Read More
What have I trained for?
The following quote is credited to a Navy Seal:“Under pressure, you don’t rise to the occasion; you sink to the level of your training.” Made me wonder, “What am I prepared for? What have I trained for?” And that took me back to the emotional and spiritual battle I shared with you on January 27,… Read More
Make it go away!
As many of you have noticed, I’ve been dealing with health issues. Which means, I am also dealing with spiritual issues. A friend of mine, poet John Thompson, call this a cathartic exercise in poetry, and that hits the nail on the head. I am a verbal processor, it’s how I work through things, how… Read More
Faith, a Living Hope
Today I’m sporting “Rosie the Riveter” hairdo/scarf and a wild and crazy jean jacket painted to celebrate the 1950s. Why did I choose this ensemble today? I’m a woman, hear me roar. I’m an old woman, hear me “oof” to get out of the car. I wake up with a morning prayer by Marcus Stanley.… Read More
Bible Doodle: Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11) Citing my picture sources: Doing something creative is my favorite! And I love visuals–not only do they help me learn, but they take me places in my mind. I also use them to meditate on scripture or doodle a picture of what… Read More
Bible Doodle: Matthew 7:20
Yes, just as you can identify a tree by its fruit, so you can identify people by their actions. (Matthew 7:20, NLT)
Kathleen S Evenhouse 