Feb 29, 2012 | Lent, psalm
“Seek the LORD; seek God’s presence continually” (Psalm 105:4, adapted). Today, pay attention to the presence of God in the “ordinary” moments of life. Write a prayer at the end of the day, with thanksgiving for the joy of seeking (and...
Feb 28, 2012 | joy, Lent, mystery
Who knows how brightly the sun might shine this day?Who knows how paths might cross and God-encounters unfold?Who knows what adventure might begin, or what mischiefmight startle me into laughter? God alone! Yes, God alone!So I set my heart at ease and I give praise...
Feb 27, 2012 | joy, Lent, prayer-writing
You know me, God: I like journeys where the destination is goooood, restful for the body and rejuvenating for the soul, with food and fellowship to satisfy my spirit and encourage me for days to come. That’s not exactly how the Lenten journey is typically...
Feb 26, 2012 | Bible, images of God, Lent, prayer
Noah’s rainbow might be too perfect for how I experience you. Instead I’d say your covenant is a tie-dyed blast of color: a joyous, brilliant mess of “I’m here for you and I’m delighted by you … and life is going to be hard, but...
Feb 25, 2012 | images of God, Lent, nature, prayer, Spirit
The wind of your Spirit howls at the world and threatens our complacency. I watch the sycamores bend before you; the traffic light poles bounce and quiver; litter dances on the highway; people scurry for shelter with coats held tightly against the blustery Spirit that...