Opening the floodgates of mercy
Repentance is the single condition that opens the floodgates of God’s grace and mercy. Not who we are, not what we accomplish, and not the faith of our parents. It’s not just seeking forgiveness from God because we did something wrong; it’s a deep awareness of our brokenness and our need for a Savior.
The Secret to Forgiveness
I gave him a kiss as he walked in the door, and he leaned back to look at me, “What’s up around here lately? Something’s definitely different.” I hadn’t dared mention it, because I was pretty sure it wouldn’t stick. I hesitated, “What do you mean?” “Everything seems better like a weight’s been lifted.” And I smiled because I knew I was free.
on the way home
When people hurt me, I want to turn away. Who doesn’t? Most of us don’t WANT to stay in a situation where we’ve been hurt. And when we bump into people who’ve hurt us before, we’re not exactly delighted to see them.
eyes cast down
My eyes cast down, the ground I see
For 18 years, was home to me
That day the same, as all before
Until He offered so much more
come humbly.
Sadness lingers
Maybe you don’t walk with your mom anymore
Maybe it’s been years, or days
You’re single and there’s no one to prompt your littles to love you extra special
Maybe you long for motherhood yourself
And though you’ve tried, there’s no baby to hold
bearing the image.
We like to think bearing God’s image is something we control. As if it’s up to us to do it...if we’re being “good” people. I think it’s something else completely.
reaching down.
Betrayal is bitter. It could be a sibling, a spouse, or a friend. It could be a coworker or boss. It could be our child. It could be ourselves. Betrayal comes in many shapes. And the sting is deep when it happens to us.
a mouse in my house
When I was younger, my mom used to say I took myself too seriously. And it made me so angry at her for such a long time.
