For those of us who have had parents that have wounded us in word or in action, let us not ascribe their shortcomings and failures to the character of God, our Heavenly Father. Where human love fails, … Continue reading Morning Sips: Abandonment Issues
This morning while reading Hosea I see too much of myself and his Harlot bride. The Mirror of the Word reflects back to me a willful and undisciplined child, who hears the instruction of the Father yet thinks she can disobey with no consequences. Fool. There are always consequences….. Continue reading Morning Sips: Unfaithfulness
At the time of this writing I am on vacation … a much deserved break, and an unexpected blessing for me and my adult children (and their families). We are all staying together in a beautiful log cabin rental in Trenton ME (just mainland from Desert Mountain Island – home of Acadia National Park). It is BE-U-TIFUL here, and this simple snapshot from the back deck … Continue reading The heart knows it’s own sorrows
I have loved this song since I first heard it in the early 90’s. It was my anthem during a particularly difficult time in my life, but lets face it – everyone has a past! Everyone has been hurt by harsh words and experienced the disappointment of broken promises. Everyone has experienced the pain of loss, disgrace, shame. Everyone has watched dreams die and grieved for missed opportunities. Everyone … Continue reading Lord of the past
Putting Hope To Work 