I posted this piece a while back but I recently did a video version of it for a school project so I’ve included that here. Philippians 1:6 says, “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” So, … More Not Done
I’m not afraid of anythingExcept the backs of my handsAccidentally closing doorsMisreading the signPush instead of pullLocked from the insideStraining until the bones show upWhite tingle palmSlump awayBack to what I’m used to
A deep breath for new beginnings A shudder to shake the horror off A closure, composure A morning folds softly around
I think there’s probably more for you. I think that the God who dreamed up Tides and mountains and the solar system Hasn’t used up all of His creativity. I think your mistakes are forgiven. I think your story matters. I think your past is important But I think there’s probably more for you. I … More More
I’m knocking on the door Like you’ve told me to do The salt and sand are rising up I’ll drown or I’ll break through I’m knocking on the door Like I’ve done again and again I’ve grown quite good at knocking Are you there to let me in I’m knocking on the door With concentrated … More Knocking
After dad died I inherited some of his belongings. Items that wouldn’t have held any significance otherwise but quickly became really important to me. One of those items was an old pair of brown leather shoes. I actually really liked the shoes, from a “fashion” standpoint. They looked good with jeans so I wore them … More Your Shoes
Artwork by Leslie Koch Reader 1 For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, … More Advent Week 2 – Hope
