afternoon prayer :: abiding joy
There’s an intrinsic connection between abiding in the true Vine and true Joy (John 15). If I’m feeling my joy waning as the day wears on, it’s a sign I need to...
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When you need a break in the clouds
This afternoon, the winter clouds are thick and heavy with snow. Oh there is wonder in the whiteness of it all, but sometimes I just need a little break. This m...
afternoon prayer :: recalibrate
It’s midafternoon. I pause, savour the smell of chicken roasting and the peaceful (for now) sound of children playing imaginary games. There are still cru...
Knotty prayer: a prayer to anchor the day
Oh my soul – deep breaths. The day wants to sweep you away, but you don’t have to be tossed. It’s time to anchor. It’s time to go deep i...
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Beach Days and Prayer: An Update on Habits in Formation
Summer’s here, and my routines and habits are being sorely tested! There’s nothing like camping, company, and beach days to throw things delightfull...