Happy Second week of Advent. I recognize the intense pressure of time many of us feel in this season, so I am sharing snippets of the few ideas I am trying to move through slowly. Reading, sitting, watching, waiting, and listening on repeat. You could sit with one of the quotes, images or practices for five minutes. Links are provided below. Take a break, take it in, and breathe out. Praise to the Lord the…
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How about you? You too? No wonder concepts like rest, the Sabbath, and even something on the liturgical calendar like Advent barely gets our attention. I mean, really, who has the time? I will keep this short because, in this season of preparation, you likely feel the pressure of the lack of time. Consider this idea from Wayne Muller. If we do not allow for a rhythm of rest in our overly busy lives, illness…
1 CommentHappy September! Do you feel the changes in the air? In my neck of the woods, cooler temperatures and a change to long sleeves and sweaters. I don’t always enjoy change, but I know it means growth. Tools help us grow. If you aren’t familiar with the Clifton Strengthfinder, I have used this online talent assessment tool with teams. I have found it helpful to recognize and maximize my strengths. My top strength is input.…
Leave a CommentYears ago, Gary and I became good friends with Navy Neighbors Bob and Kim while stationed in Guam. Bob and Kim were young in their faith journey and were excited to learn about Jesus through God’s Word. We had Bible Studies together, and on Sunday nights after church, we always went to Swensen’s ice cream, where we had what we dubbed a “whosit whatsit” conversation. We talked and asked questions about anything and everything, connecting…
4 CommentsWe usually think invitations arrive in the mail, engraved, and personally addressed, but every day, we receive invitations in the most unexpected ways. Recently I was asked by a teammate to go pick up some materials at a mutual friend’s home. Our friend is no longer able to help with the work. I said yes to go not just to pick up the materials but also to see our friend and personally express appreciation for…
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