Nature’s cycle of life is a sight to behold. Piles of dead leaves, once vibrant with golds, oranges, and reds, now lie brown on the ground, muffling the sounds of passing vehicles. Who knew trees boast a natural power, causing a purge? As temperatures cool and autumn approaches, an expanding layer under the leaf’s stem breaks weaker […]
These gorgeous, flowering vines are surrounding dark, cramped bird cages. My imagination hears the flowers inviting those locked in cages of dark and angry thoughts to come out of their cramped quarters. My own experience confirms it’s difficult to think rationally and creatively when filled with unresolved anger. Lacking hope, my brain and heart are
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Jo was fearful when I met her in May of 2018. Her anxious thoughts concerning return to China had triggered histamines, inflammation and upper respiratory congestion. She was aware of increasing persecution of Christians in China. We swapped emails and prayed for one another before her departure in June. Jo emailed in July, “Things are
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Amanda grew up learning hard work alongside her peaceful family. Kindness and responsibility were firmly embedded in her character. But words of affirmation and hugs were not part of her family’s love language. As Amanda entered adulthood, insecurities left her vulnerable to insincere words and physical affection. It wasn’t long before she found herself enmeshed
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Elsa woke from a restful sleep free of the fibromyalgia pain she experienced for years. She sensed waves of Jesus’ love washing over her as she reflected on the healing events of the past 24 hours. The invitation to attend a ladies retreat with mostly strangers was intimidating. But, healing prayer was listed on the
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