So, I started this blog and the next week life blew up. Some stuff going on that I can't talk about and other stuff I don't want to talk about right now.
Life has had all kinds of twists and turns lately. Good stuff has happened, and some scary moments too. Here's just a sample:
Looking for a new job
Started writing a Bible study on Spritual Warfare
Took a vacation to Baltimore/DC/Alexandria
Discovered a new hiking place
Won an award for volunteering
My close friends had a scare with their baby and have been in the hospital
Getting ready to go to Colorado, a life long dream... leaving WEDNESDAY!
So as you can see, I have lots to talk about. I'll be back soon I promise. Thanks for being patient!
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
We Have This Hope an an Anchor for the Soul
I've spent a lot of my life looking for permanence. Despite the fact that I like variety, it turns out I'm not so big on change, particularly when it comes to relationships.
But nothing on this earth is permanent. Looking for permanence here on earth is like a thirsty woman drinking sand. Not only is it unsatisfying, it is futile and painful.
Everything on earth changes eventually. This is particularly true in this time in my life where not one single facet of my life is anything like it was 6 mos. ago. Adjusting is hard, and it can be temping to harden the heart, avoid the pain of loss or of betrayal.
But we are not without hope. There is someone who never leaves. There is permanence, faithfulness. It's all about where I look. There is an anchor that will hold no matter what else in life shifts. I tend to forget about that anchor sometimes, especially when I am most in need of it, it seems. But God is eternal and He promises to never leave, change, or fail. It's a promise I can take to the bank.
Because God wanted to make the unchanging nature of his purpose very clear to the heirs of what was promised, he confirmed it with an oath. God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope offered to us may be greatly encouraged. We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where Jesus, who went before us, has entered on our behalf. (Heb. 6:17-20)
Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. (Mat. 24:35)
He was given authority, glory and sovereign power; all peoples, nations and men of every language worshiped him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and his kingdom is one that will never be destroyed. (Daniel 7:14)
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. (Deut. 31:6).
But nothing on this earth is permanent. Looking for permanence here on earth is like a thirsty woman drinking sand. Not only is it unsatisfying, it is futile and painful.
Everything on earth changes eventually. This is particularly true in this time in my life where not one single facet of my life is anything like it was 6 mos. ago. Adjusting is hard, and it can be temping to harden the heart, avoid the pain of loss or of betrayal.
But we are not without hope. There is someone who never leaves. There is permanence, faithfulness. It's all about where I look. There is an anchor that will hold no matter what else in life shifts. I tend to forget about that anchor sometimes, especially when I am most in need of it, it seems. But God is eternal and He promises to never leave, change, or fail. It's a promise I can take to the bank.
Because God wanted to make the unchanging nature of his purpose very clear to the heirs of what was promised, he confirmed it with an oath. God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope offered to us may be greatly encouraged. We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where Jesus, who went before us, has entered on our behalf. (Heb. 6:17-20)
Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. (Mat. 24:35)
He was given authority, glory and sovereign power; all peoples, nations and men of every language worshiped him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and his kingdom is one that will never be destroyed. (Daniel 7:14)
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. (Deut. 31:6).
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Back to Blogging
For a long time, I was so done with writing. Even blogging felt like a chore. But lately, I've had an urge to write again, but not write for work, but just to write because I want to write. So I am building a blog (again). It's been a long time since I've been a blogger. Many of my friends would tell you that Facebook has killed the blog. But status updates really are a poor substitute for saying what's on my mind.
I have ideas for what I want to do with this blog. For sure it will reflect not just my thoughts, but my interests and my passions. So you'll hear a lot of stuff about compassion, and humanitarian aid and development, and photography, and books and TV and movies, and pop culture, and gardening, and nature... well, basically, the stuff that makes life interesting to me.
I have no idea who will read this blog, or who I will even tell that I have one again. But if you are reading this, thank you, and welcome. I hope you enjoy the journey we're beginning.
I have ideas for what I want to do with this blog. For sure it will reflect not just my thoughts, but my interests and my passions. So you'll hear a lot of stuff about compassion, and humanitarian aid and development, and photography, and books and TV and movies, and pop culture, and gardening, and nature... well, basically, the stuff that makes life interesting to me.
I have no idea who will read this blog, or who I will even tell that I have one again. But if you are reading this, thank you, and welcome. I hope you enjoy the journey we're beginning.
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