A Renoir in Grandma’s Attic
Hidden treasures are a romantic idea of discovery, wonder, and value. In a typical lifetime, we aren't given many opportunities to uncover these rare surprises, but when we do, it's glorious. Kerry has always seemed like a bit of a treasure hunter, seeing the beauty and wonder in ordinary things and taking the time to contemplate the depth and value of their meaning.
Lessons From The Cave
"A cave has two great things to teach you: Light is sacred; silence is to integrate with eternity!"
These words, written by Plato (400 yrs. before Christ) in his work, "The Allegory of the Cave," ring true to me. I have seen the power of God's light in overcoming the darkness; I've experienced the transformative effect that persevering in the shadows can have on the soul.
Mokattam Miracle
God chose the young and unexpected one while in a faraway land to teach us that He still moves mountains.
Praise in the Low Notes
Life is indeed like a compilation of many different kinds of songs. Some songs are happier than others, played in the major keys rather than minor ones. But nearly every song in life has its high and low notes.
Redeeming the Days
Joy and sorrow, light and dark, birth and death. All of it being smashed together and happening concurrently. In truth, each date on the calendar of the 365-day year is marked by both, and your view of each day depends on your personal story, that of your nation, people, race, and even how large you perceive your circle of brethren to be in this world.
Having Faith after Loss
Faith may be the key that unlocks the spiritual realm of grace, but hope empowers the hand that turns that key.
Re-engagement Anxiety
There's been a lot of noisiness this year over the airwaves and on social media – all the societal extremes have been on full display – opposing voices yelling loud opinions that have brought anxiety to our young ones and us.
The Golden Bowl
We know we need wisdom, so let's look now at acquiring the understanding we need. First, we will look at 1 Kings 3:5-12, where we find Solomon's Biblical account being endowed with God's wisdom.
