Here's goes part two. Later Friday night and about half of Saturday, I spent on praying for others.Silent retreat time in three chunks:1. Waiting on the Lord (Psalm 27:14; Psalm 62:5)- for His presence (Psalm 139)- for cleansing (Psalm 52 & 32; I John 1:9)- to praise Him (Psalm … [Read more...] about Silence is golden…Part 2
Archives for March 2007
All varieties are necessary….
Relationships are funny things. They can bring joy, sorrow, laughter, frustration, and so much more. Sometimes the relationship isn't what you want it to be. Perhaps it's a friendship that doesn't seem to get past the weather or the "Hi, how are you?" "Good, how are you?" … [Read more...] about All varieties are necessary….
Silence is golden…Part 1
Indeed, I have taken a silent retreat. It was harder and yet easier than I thought. There were times when I was very ready to be done with it and find someone to be with. Other times I really appreciated being by myself. Would I do it again? Yes, but perhaps for a shorter amount … [Read more...] about Silence is golden…Part 1
3 flat tires & a pair of headlights
A guy comes into a coffee shop and places his order: "I want 3 flat tires & a pair of headlights." The waitress, not wanting to appear stupid, goes to the kitchen & asks the cook, "This guy out there just ordered 3 flat tires & a pair of headlights. What does he think, this … [Read more...] about 3 flat tires & a pair of headlights
Silence
This weekend I will be taking a silent retreat. A friend has agreed to let me stay at her place while she is out of town. I'm excited & nervous. My cell phone will be off, I will have no internet access. I won't be turning on the television or watching movies. Instead, I … [Read more...] about Silence