I could write a book on the last few days! Because of events out-of-town, it had been awhile since I had been to church–a lot can happen in two weeks. I dragged myself there physically, but spiritual my heart desired to be revitalized! Class on Saturday, late night sessions with group projects, work, papers, conflict……..
Category: Soul Work
His Work
Jesus, come and walk the halls of this house -INVADE!
INVADE by Watermark! Come, come in Invade all You see of us Any man, who’d walk Your road is welcomed here And You’re the only one Chorus: Jesus, come and walk the halls of this house Tread this place and turn it inside out With Your mercy… Jesus, teach us the prayers that open these…
Do you think our love creates miracles?
When I got home from work my body was aching from exhaustion on so many levels. My daughter and I snuggled in the bed and watched The Notebook–the movie. The rain was coming down outside, the lights were off, we were settled in for a rare “slow down” moment. Nothing was moving my body. My husband got…
Radical Love
The best gift is radical love. Love that selflessly looks past hurt, pain, weaknesses and says, “I believe in you and what God is doing in your life.” I’m involved in an ethics class for my program that has brought a heaviness to my heart. The readings, assignments, and discussions have removed me from the…
The heart of the wise….
“The heart of the wise instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.” Proverbs 16:23 May Jesus who lives within us instruct our mouth. Jesus guard my heart and mouth. Work in my heart first, so that my mouth will not sin against You. Lord may my life and words be an encouragement in the hearts…
Special Grace
Grace Over Relationships I Peter 3: 2-7 “being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered.” Your spouse is a best friend to grow old with, make mistakes with, and learn from each other. The importance of being equally yoked–two Christians, who strive in this world together is paramount to…
Igniting the Spark
Romance: Have healthy discussions on likes and dislikes. We typically express love in our love language, but is this the language of our spouse? I highly recommend The Five Love Languages book! They have a little quiz so you can know your spouse’s love language and pursue them with that knowledge. KEY = Prefer one…
Quenching the flame Part II
Yesterday we talked about how jealousy, sex as a weapon, flashbacks, and pornography quench our intimacy. Today I’d like to continue the information from the workshop: Distorted Views– Don’t use the world’s ideal of intimacy. When Cosmo has 21 ways to spice your sex life it’s not material you want to read. Stick to God’s…
Quenching the Flame
In continuation of Lisa Compton’s Intimate Interactions Workshop and adding my thoughts and journey……. The next section of the workshop was Igniting the Spark! However! I feel deeply led to come back to that and go to step three next. Step three is…. Quenching the Flame… This morning my devotional from family life for couples…
Thoughts from Parish about Intimacy in Marriage
After a morning of worship and sharing Parish became weepy and shared this with me. It was too good not to share. Thank you Parish for your love, vulnerability, and your willingness to weep with me. God has given man and woman an opportunity through intimacy to create an eternal soul. The union in marriage is a…
ARRESTED BY GRACE 