I lit a candle in a downtown Cathedral. I whispered my prayer as the candle flickered into light and added it to other candles representing prayers made that day. Prayers for hope, for dreams, for healing. A candle lit, a symbol of the prayer offered. In the same Cathedral was a plaque with a prayer inscribed on it. "Through… Continue reading Prayers in a Cathedral
For such a time as this
"For such a time as this..." A Queen steps uninvited into the King's presence. At risk of death. Her moment to step up, to be brave and to save her people. Not your usual day. Extraordinary , powerful. And far away from our daily realities. But "for such a time as this", is still whispered… Continue reading For such a time as this
Hygge
"The Danish term 'hygge' refers to the act of enjoying life's simple pleasures. Hygge is a warm, glowing feeling that is often found while relaxing with good food, family and friends. It's the cosy warmth and contentment that a cup of tea and a blanket bring on a cold winter's day." The days are getting… Continue reading Hygge
Be anxious for nothing.
"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7) It's hard sometimes. To not be anxious. To not be worried or stressed about… Continue reading Be anxious for nothing.
The Future
"Replace what you don't know about the future with what you do know about God." (Christine Caine)
The Antidote
To be honest, sometimes when I peer into the future I get a little scared. Will it all be okay? Will the happily ever after happen? And so quickly fear begins to rear its head. It builds up seeking to overwhelm. Like floodwaters or a fast incoming tide. In these times I think I need to man up,… Continue reading The Antidote
The Art of Kintsugi
Kintsugi is Japanese for "golden joinery". It is the art of repairing pottery with gold. In other words, to patch with gold. With Kintsugi the brokenness, the cracks are not hidden or disguised when repaired, but they are made beautiful, celebrated with the gold that holds them together. In Japan restoring the broken is an art. The heart of… Continue reading The Art of Kintsugi
Lest we forget…
ANZAC Day. A National Day of Remembrance commemorating all New Zealanders and Australians who have served and died in Wars. It is a time to pause, to reflect on the sacrifice of so many for the life we enjoy today. Without the day, the poppies, it is easy to forget the lives sacrificed, the battles… Continue reading Lest we forget…
And He said to her…
Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die." (John 11:25) Today, everyday, this is the reality of Easter. On Easter Sunday, Jesus rose from the dead. He conquered death, and victory was secured. This glorious truth, that Jesus is the… Continue reading And He said to her…
Silence – {Easter}
Saturday. It is silent. Jesus is dead and buried. The Disciples in hiding, lives in ruins, dreams shattered. God does not speak. It seemed to go so wrong. Is silence their new reality? A world without Jesus the new normal? Sometimes in life it is the day after the news, the tragedy, the loss that can be the hardest.… Continue reading Silence – {Easter}
Blue Skies & Lollipops 