The weeping and rejoicing rose as an orchestra before God – highs and lows, resolution and dissonance – all bringing Him glory.
Tag: Grief
Moses went home early and the people of God learned to lean into the promise and presence of God whole new ways.
Lament isn’t dishonest about circumstance or discomfort, but laced with longing to see the fulfillment of God’s promises.
“I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.” (John 14:18 NIV) This scripture turned up in my regular reading plan this morning. There are no coincidences in the Kingdom. This was my keeping verse in the long night after my father…
“When Jesus got the news, He slipped away by boat to an out-of-the way place by Himself.” (Matthew 14:13 MSG) When Jesus heard of John’s death He had to get away to grieve. John was more than a cousin, he was His forerunner. He was…
“Your own ears will hear Him. Right behind you, a voice will say, “This is the way you should go,” whether to the right or to the left. (Isaiah 30:21 NLT) **contains spoilers for the movie Overcomer** I watched the movie Overcomer last night. It’s…
“Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.” (John 16:22 NIV) Yesterday I came across an old photo of my mom. It’s hard to believe it’s been almost five…
“But You, Lord, are a shield about me, my glory, the one who lifts my head.” (Psalm 3:3 NIV) I’ve taken to a regular evening walk. Partly because it’s good to get up and move my limbs with purpose and partly because summer is just…