Christian – Meandering thru life

What If

I frequently ask myself ‘what if’ questions: What if it rains on the day that I plan my hike? What if I make mistakes when I’m playing piano this week? What if they don’t like me? What if I say the wrong thing? What if I push send on that text that I decided notContinue reading “What If”

Easter Glow

Yes, I am a Christian. I follow, worship and love the God-Man who walked the earth 2,000+ years ago. Yes, I believe that Jesus was is the long awaited Messiah that God promised. Yes, I believe that Jesus suffered and died for me, for you, for us. Yes, I believe that He rose from theContinue reading “Easter Glow”

Holy Week Prayers and a friend

I’ve been so torn this week because I felt as though I should attend some of the Church Services and pray in community. At this point in my life, I don’t have a church where I really feel at home. I was hurt very badly in the one that I was a part of forContinue reading “Holy Week Prayers and a friend”

I had a visitor today

I took my dog for a walk today and I noticed a woman at the top of my street. I watched as she went to a neighbor’s door. It was only a moment later that I saw her on the street again, headed for the next house. Oh, I thought, it must be a Jehovah’sContinue reading “I had a visitor today”

Lent: what you do for lent vs. what lent does for you

There are some things that I believe in, always have, always hope to: I do believe in God. I believe that this God has many names, love being the main one. I believe that there is spiritual value in worshiping communities and rituals, but more so for the end result than the process. I believeContinue reading “Lent: what you do for lent vs. what lent does for you”

What Lent Is NOT

I am not going to try to explain lent, or suggest what to give up or take on. There are so many lenten resources out there, there is no need for me to add one. I will, however, offer my opinion as to what lent is NOT: Lent is not a time to torture yourself.Continue reading “What Lent Is NOT”

A Slice of Toast

I remember a few years back someone saw the face of Jesus on a slice of toast. Oh, there have been many sightings of Jesus’ face, on buildings, tree trunks, clouds, and so much more. Believe me, I am not making fun or doubting, because, who am I to judge, and if it reminds youContinue reading “A Slice of Toast”

Save me from my Self Righteousness

“I have not come to call the righteous but sinners to repentance.” Luke 5:32 Self Righteous = convinced of one’s own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic Sinner = Someone who misses the mark Repent = Change your direction (you’re going the wrong way) In light of theseContinue reading “Save me from my Self Righteousness”

The 8 Words To Say Before Amen

I believe that at some point in our lives we all pray. Some of us pray daily and others pray only when they are struggling. Some people give up on prayer when their prayers aren’t answered, and others continue to pray, trusting that God is listening. We should pray because Jesus prayed. Jesus prayedContinue reading “The 8 Words To Say Before Amen”

I Do Will It

I have always been fascinated by the short conversation between Jesus and a leper (Luke 5: 12-13) where a leper approaches Jesus and says, “Lord, if you will do to so, you can cure me.” Jesus replies, “I do will it,” and of course, we know what happens next. “I do will it.” How manyContinue reading “I Do Will It”