Pondering John 16:1-30. A band called Elevation Worship sings a song titled “Graves into Gardens.” A portion of the chorus says, “You turn mourning to dancing. You give beauty for ashes. You turn shame into glory. You’re the only one who can.” I love the upbeat music but the lyrics get me every time. AllowContinue reading “You Turn Mourning to Dancing”
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Beauty in the Dirty Work
Pondering John 13:6-17. I grieved during the pandemic. First came the stage of denial. “This can’t be happening. It can’t possibly be that bad. Surely we will recover quickly.” Next, I experienced depression. “Oh no! It’s really bad! Recovery is going to be slow and costly!” My loved ones were losing loved ones. Friends wereContinue reading “Beauty in the Dirty Work”
Never late!
Pondering John 11:1-16. We sang a song at church declaring God is the “way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper and light in the darkness.” The song continued, “Even when I don’t see it, You’re working. Even when I don’t feel it, You’re working. You never stop, You never stop working.” Voices sang louder…and louder…and louder.Continue reading “Never late!”
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