Words, Crazy Words
A Sweet mix of the secular and sacred
Tag: prayer
A Word on Wednesday: Adventure
Having a spirit of adventure is one thing. Having the faith, courage, and confidence to act on that spirit is another. Lucky are those who have an adventure partner to share the journey. Luckier still, are those who have the same adventure partner for… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Adventure”
A Word on Wednesday: Jeopardy
The Lord is our shelter in the storm. In the book of Luke (8:22-25), we learn of Jesus getting in a boat with his disciples. “So they set out … And a windstorm came down on the lake, and they were filling with water… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Jeopardy”
A Word on Wednesday: Accolade
I always found doing something for the reward was less than. I found it better to forego credit and attempt to remain humble. It was my aspiration to be more altruistic, to do good work without recognition. There is honor in notice. Accolades are not… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Accolade”
A Word on Wednesday: Opportunity
Opportunity means conditions are favorable to achieve some end. People say, “opportunity is all around us,” and they also say, “Don’t waste a good opportunity.” Which one is it? How many times does opportunity knock? How can you be ready for it? From Old… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Opportunity”
A Word on Wednesday: Exhausted
We are living through a pandemic. Here, in a rural, sleepy, Midwestern town, there are just a handful of cases, and as of yet, no deaths. The close reaching effect on me is nothing. I have not lost my income, earlier I wrote about… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Exhausted”
A Word on Wednesday: Fellowship
Fellowship is a community of companionship. When I think of fellowship, I think of coffee hour after worship on Sunday mornings. It is one of the meanings of the word, and the most obvious place I put the concept into practice. “Communion, as between… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Fellowship”
A Word on Wednesday: Busy
Remember the days of land lines actually attached to a wall. Remember trying to call someone dialing just seven digits, and getting a jarring, repetitive, static-y tone? Busy. Try again. Still busy. There was no way to leave a message. There was no way… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Busy”
A Word on Wednesday: Gracious
If I am to hope to be anything in this world, I hope to be gracious. Presently, an adjective, pleasantly kind, benevolent, and courteous. Characterized by good taste, comfort, ease. Merciful or compassionate. In practice, gracious living is its own reward. When we live in love with compassion and… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Gracious”
A Word on Wednesday: Joy
‘Tis the season of frantic preparation to manufacture joy. At our house, the halls are decked, the presents are wrapped, the spirits are stocked, and the anticipation of a houseful of guests has commenced. By this third week of Advent, we are ready to… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Joy”
A Word on Wednesday: Faith
Faith isn’t something we feel; it is something we trust. It is one of the gifts God gave us. “God gave us faith, hope, and love,” 1 Corinthians 13:13. Faith, as a noun, is a belief that is not based on proof. It is confidence in… Continue Reading “A Word on Wednesday: Faith”
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