Not Consumed
Recently, we talked about the burning that comes before the ashes. True repentance always precedes a divine exchange. Today, I want to talk about a different kind of burning. Let’s consider some examples from scripture. The sign of God’s presence to Moses. “Do not come any closer,” God said. “Take off your sandals, for […]
Before Ashes Comes the Burning
In two recent GT events, the Marriage Retreat and Heart Made Whole, God led us through a season of confession and repentance. Directed by Holy Spirit, we wrote on pieces of paper any sin or stronghold, any person we hadn’t forgiven, any offense, lack of trust or unbelief. We wrote down any burden that kept […]
Exceedingly, Abundantly More of What?
More. More than we ask or imagine. We sing it often. Sunday at our Florida church was no different. “We want more. We want more” I was swaying and singing with all my heart. And the Spirit just interrupted my moving with one startling question. More of What? I stopped swaying. More of You? I said, […]
Hands Up, You’re Surrounded
This is a verse that gets inside your soul and pings around like a pinball in a machine. Can you see it? Bouncing off every surface. Lights flashing. Bells ding, ding, dinging. This truth offers powerful imagery of being completely surrounded by God’s peace. A holy forcefield. And what is inside this divine dome […]
Are We Running After God?
Running after God. I used this expression at the Volunteer Dinner. I later talked to my friend, Courtnay, who also said God had been inviting her to pursue and run after Him. Add to this the awkward questions at a new small group I visited this week. The blender effect is today my soul is […]
Seeing the Signs
The Lord often stretches my listening skills. I think you know what I mean. He wants to know if our antennae are up and active. Are our ears tuned to hear and move with Him? I shared about our recent refining fire and wanted to tell you the next step in that journey, as well […]
Trust or Bust
Chuck and I started the year out with two interesting words: Subtraction and Surprises. Twelve months later let me tell you it’s been quite a ride. Chuck has gone through this beautiful journey with the Lord about clarifying purpose and clearing processes. He has shared with me how the Lord keeps using the Subtraction word […]
Seeing Clearly
I recently purchased glasses to wear at night. Sigh…that season is upon me. I want to complain about needing assistance, but I am thankful for the help. It means I can keep going at the pace of my choosing. You know, and I know, it is a losing battle. My eyes will continue to fade, […]
Our Smallness is a Gift
You only have to visit the ocean for a short span of time to experience its wild unpredictability. In a few hours the water can completely change from a serene, lake-like surface to white-capping waves of foaming beauty. It is a thing of wonder. Shimmering, crystal clear water that is home to many other marvels […]
The Cost of a New Season
I have heard or been given many words about a new season. You have probably seen them too. I love it when Holy Spirit sings the same song through several different streams and voices. It gives us all a deep breath of hope and even anticipation from God. I am frankly ready for a new […]