Metaphors are illustrations of God’s lessons. Recently, a friend sent me a brief video of an artist carving an image from a river rock that could fit in the palm of your hand. Not only did this video resonate with my own experiences along life’s journey, but it illustrated many others I know who are Read More
Category: Metaphors
Character 101 and The Cow with a Message
Scanning the horizon with my friend’s binoculars, I stood on the deck of their home, enjoying the view of open space that connected with their back yard. As was my habit, whenever I got the chance to visit with them. I had grabbed the binoculars that sat by the sliding glass doors and was watching the Read More
Hidden Treasures
Somewhere in time, a hand is cradling within its palm, dozens of priceless, living pearls. The hand lifts and the pearls are cast into a wilderness area containing nothing but sand, scorpions, cactus and dogs digging for bones. The wind blows and buries the pearls in the hot sandy desert. The pearls can’t help but wonder why Read More
Messages Around Us – Can You See?
Awakening to the sound of birds outside of my window, I laid upon my bed under the gentle cool breeze, drinking in the fresh newness of the morning. For some reason I had awakened alert and refreshed this morning, unlike many where I could barely get myself out of bed. My desire was to be an Read More
Fireworks When The World Has Stopped
Today is the 4th of July. I almost forgot what day it was because I’ve been focused on some projects. Realizing this, I was reminded of another day in 1984 … My Mom and I were driving home after spending yet another day sitting at my Father’s bedside. He was dying of cancer and had Read More
Sheep Eating Plants On The Prowl
Recently a friend sent me an article about this unusual and deadly plant. Everything about this living organism shouts METAPHOR! How well I know a wide range of individuals within churches of all denominations who patiently wait their time to feed on unsuspecting ‘sheep’ or fellow Christians. At first appearance, they seem harmless enough, with Read More
Is It REALLY What You Think It Is?
Several years ago, I stood at the back of the church after service as my husband finished preaching. The presence of the Lord was sweet and tangible. Many families had already left, but a few people lingered. One of the benefits of being a pastor is that you know the behind-the-scenes stories of the members Read More
Suck it Up!
Sometimes the most unexpected lessons can come from very common sources. The only thing we need to receive these great lessons is to just be open to them and … NOTICE. As you well know, it’s a good idea to periodically vacuum your carpet and floor space. After all, this where you live, and every Read More