tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.comments2013-02-13T16:17:31.103-05:00Tarmama WanderingsZibahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567716256604769311noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-72393261991022768982013-02-13T16:17:31.103-05:002013-02-13T16:17:31.103-05:00As always...beautifulAs always...beautifulKathy Schrieferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00966286289968421252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-61488047048567820012013-02-07T09:50:34.557-05:002013-02-07T09:50:34.557-05:00Thanks for these words Ann! There is so much packe...Thanks for these words Ann! There is so much packed in here, it will be weeks before I can mull through it all. It's pruning season...Kevinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10697045338567015954noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-27455137081798721152012-10-02T17:57:41.703-04:002012-10-02T17:57:41.703-04:00Ann,
Your words are so poignant, so raw, drawing u...Ann,<br />Your words are so poignant, so raw, drawing us, the reader, into your mind a little. I would give anything to be able to express myself in writing as you do. What a gift you have. I hope using your gift leads to healing your brokenness. I just returned from Italy with my brother and two sister-in-laws. It was a wonderful time to reflect on the history of our church and how man's belief and faith in God has pushed us to build unbelieveably beautiful cathedrals in His honor. But as I read how so many have been destroyed during war, by fire and floods, etc., I wondered how one could continue to rebuild them with even greater beauty than before. Often the original builders never saw the finished cathedral. Faith can lead us to do amazing things, whether it's rebuilding cathedrals or rebuilding our brokenness. All good things come from Our Father; let us continue to believe that He will heal our brokenness. Grace, Cheryl M.<br />Cheryl Morandnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-2095076313966578062012-10-02T13:18:22.935-04:002012-10-02T13:18:22.935-04:00Thank you for this: "I practice believing&quo...Thank you for this: "I practice believing".. What a great image these words convey.. this place I find myself where I know things intellectually which my heart has trouble affirming right now. But, "practicing believing" is active.. and it leaves me in a posture where God can begin to heal. Susie M.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-56324355464517914012012-09-05T19:01:19.254-04:002012-09-05T19:01:19.254-04:00Such a beautiful post and amazing tribute both to ...Such a beautiful post and amazing tribute both to your brother and to God who "doeth all things well." You are in my prayers as you continue on.Kathy Schrieferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00966286289968421252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-62102715116740717912012-08-11T11:37:11.738-04:002012-08-11T11:37:11.738-04:00A beautiful entry. I also struggle with fear vers...A beautiful entry. I also struggle with fear versus faith as I await a neurosurgeon's visit for a mass in my skull. But truth be known, I struggle with some sort of fear on a daily basis. So glad to have found your blog. It is apparent how much insight I can gain from your writings. Many blessings to you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-3228006020451252832012-05-23T14:30:44.739-04:002012-05-23T14:30:44.739-04:00I think the bazillion variations on “Fear not” are...I think the bazillion variations on “Fear not” are less commands than invitations. “Be courageous” is limited in its use, always associated with going into battle (mostly in Joshua); but “don’t be afraid” shows up in every imagineable setting. The best context for understanding it, to me, is John 14 – “Let not your hearts be troubled; trust in God, trust also in Me.” So Christ's invitation is to walk with Him in trust, rather than being owned by fear (or our own impoverished understanding).<br /><br />You wrote an excellent piece.<br /><br /><br />God moves in a mysterious way, His wonders to perform;<br />He plants His footsteps in the sea, and rides upon the storm.<br />Deep in His dark and hidden mines, with never-failing skill,<br />He fashions all His bright designs, and works His sovereign will.<br /><br />So God, we trust in You.<br />O God, we trust in You.<br />When tears are great, and comforts few,<br />We hope in mercies ever new:<br />We trust in You.<br /><br />Oh fearful saints, new courage take; the clouds that you now dread<br />Are big with mercy and will break in blessings on your head.<br />Judge not the Lord by feeble sense, but trust Him for His grace;<br />Behind a “frowning” providence we find His smiling face.<br /><br />God’s purposes will ripen fast, unfolding every hour;<br />The bud may have a bitter taste, but sweet will be the flower.<br />Blind unbelief is sure to err, and scan His work in vain;<br />God is His own interpreter, and He will make it plain.<br /><br />Hymn text by William Cowper, 1774. Music and additional text by Bob Kauflin, 2005. <br />© 2005 Sovereign Grace. CCLI #43066.Davenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-84404880322445511922012-05-17T18:43:04.133-04:002012-05-17T18:43:04.133-04:00Zibah, thanks for these words of truth and hope!Zibah, thanks for these words of truth and hope!Kevinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10697045338567015954noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-85702137346907242842012-02-22T08:51:31.560-05:002012-02-22T08:51:31.560-05:00A former pastor (our beloved David Kaeser) used to...A former pastor (our beloved David Kaeser) used to say that instead of giving up something for Lent, we should add on something, such as prayer or Bible study or volunteering in a soup kitchen or homeless shelter.Erstwhile Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13005944796124688332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-82566169607212688072012-02-22T08:38:09.538-05:002012-02-22T08:38:09.538-05:00awesome ann! what a terrific writer you are, girl...awesome ann! what a terrific writer you are, girl! thank you for this wonderful "sharing." it was delicious.<br />DonnaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-13953056181019031952011-02-28T22:47:41.456-05:002011-02-28T22:47:41.456-05:00When you pass through the waters, I will be with y...When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, nor shall the flame scorch you ~ Isaiah 43:2<br /><br />Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. ~ John 14:27<br /> <br />~ Love and prayersDebrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-62509786343968554612011-02-17T00:33:37.873-05:002011-02-17T00:33:37.873-05:00Hi Zibah,
Rich is surrounded by love - by the lov...Hi Zibah, <br />Rich is surrounded by love - by the love of family, friends, and by God, who is Love. He is also surrounded by mountain-moving faith, and by hope. I sent this scripture to Rick a few days ago,and now am sending it to you.<br />"May the peace of God, which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." <br />~ Phillippians 4:7 <br /><br />Love and prayers,<br />Debra <br /><br />http://debrasblogpureandsimple.blogspot.comDebrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-67382416137339949412011-02-13T16:36:15.988-05:002011-02-13T16:36:15.988-05:00Ann, your gift of writing is amazing. How wonderfu...Ann, your gift of writing is amazing. How wonderful your family can all come together and pull closer to one another, though I believe you are all very close already. Two years ago my family also went through a year of the roller coaster ride with my mother's cancer. You describe it so well. I'm glad Rick is wearing your father's prayer shawl. May the healing continue. Hugs to you all. CherylAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-7176969642288372692011-02-13T09:42:24.259-05:002011-02-13T09:42:24.259-05:00Ann, I am visualizing Rick sitting in your front r...Ann, I am visualizing Rick sitting in your front room, cocooned within your love and Dave's love and God's love. I will continue to pray for his healing. (It's not time yet.) Much love to you!Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097302824721004828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-57669692549679448382011-02-13T09:36:10.797-05:002011-02-13T09:36:10.797-05:00Great post. Onward with hope, faith and love.Great post. Onward with hope, faith and love.Halhttp://xeditor.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-16882455391385543212010-12-26T18:08:33.845-05:002010-12-26T18:08:33.845-05:00Dreams about the departed must be common. I know I...Dreams about the departed must be common. I know I have dreamed many times about my parents in the four years since they died. In all these dreams, they are as they had been years before, not feeble or confused or helpless as they were in their final years. After my sister died 48 years ago, I dreamed that she was miraculously alive! In my dream, she and her best friend, another 17-year-old I knew well, had swapped identities, and it was her friend, not my sister, who had died in that automobile accident. Our subconscious keeps alive those we love.Erstwhile Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13005944796124688332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-58170447263245885552010-12-26T15:24:53.034-05:002010-12-26T15:24:53.034-05:00what a beautiful post. I am in awe of all that go...what a beautiful post. I am in awe of all that goes on in your soul day by day. I pray you'll all have a blessed time together in that January weekend.Kathyhttp://www.occnwpa.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-51095629252785746602010-12-03T22:31:16.603-05:002010-12-03T22:31:16.603-05:00Beautiful, excellent, true! I needed these reminde...Beautiful, excellent, true! I needed these reminders tonight, of the stability and consistency that comes from walking with Christ. I need and appreciate your wisdom!Kevinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10697045338567015954noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-43317701089458037512010-12-01T10:04:58.213-05:002010-12-01T10:04:58.213-05:00well said Sista! It's a privilege to be on thi...well said Sista! It's a privilege to be on this journey with you and all here as we wait for the 2nd coming when all things will be new!Stellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00138879522021894907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-115526707235156112010-11-30T18:56:12.922-05:002010-11-30T18:56:12.922-05:00I was baptized at 7, a "confessing baptism&qu...I was baptized at 7, a "confessing baptism" in a Baptist church during a revival. It took me a long time to appreciate the concept, first as a Presbyterian and then as a Lutheran, of infant baptism. I've learned that baptism is not our action; it is God's action. While we were yet sinners, Jesus died for us. When we are too young to take part or to understand it, God accepts us as one of his own.Erstwhile Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13005944796124688332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-25749454764856421242010-11-30T13:12:54.376-05:002010-11-30T13:12:54.376-05:00Amen, Zibah!Amen, Zibah!Margothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06147482220796536928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-56820224103640799652010-11-16T19:11:00.210-05:002010-11-16T19:11:00.210-05:00Ann, I love your metaphor of the little black dog ...Ann, I love your metaphor of the little black dog trotting beside you, almost manageable. You are a gifted writer. <br />Prayers and blessings,<br />Debra <br />http://debrasblogpureandsimple.blogspot.comDebrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-41220749336321849802010-11-13T22:42:28.443-05:002010-11-13T22:42:28.443-05:00everyone fears knowing what lies beyond death. we...everyone fears knowing what lies beyond death. we reduce our fears to fables. "oh, the gates are wide on the other side/just beyond the sunset scene./there'll be room to spare when we enter there/room for you, and room for me..." (a song sung by iris dement) when someone has a near-death experience, it challenges the fragility of our own faith. a dying dominican friar some years ago, just days before his death, said "now i get to see whether we've been right." perhaps depression is the paralysis that comes from knowing we really don't know, irrespective of our faith, and mania is the conviction that we do. sanity, of course, lies somewhere in between, both on the way up and on the way down.<br /><br />thanks, ann. you write so beautifully, like an almost transparent length of glittering indian silk.peter lynchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17403197077234774991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-40075635950622548882010-11-10T12:55:51.812-05:002010-11-10T12:55:51.812-05:00Thanks, for this, Ann. Always enjoy your thoughts...Thanks, for this, Ann. Always enjoy your thoughts.<br /><br />~ AliceAlice. J. Wislerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03486545163819137377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732814829542226261.post-32342561123704192342010-08-29T01:05:34.485-04:002010-08-29T01:05:34.485-04:00once in the monastery the associate novice master ...once in the monastery the associate novice master asked each of us in the novitiate to find a psalm, or a phrase in a psalm, as the subject for our conversation on our regular once-weekly walks after vespers. i chose "what is man that you should keep him in mind?" fr. kevin immediately asked to look at my psalter, and started thumbing through until he reached ps. 144, where the phrase appears again, now the second rather than the first phrase in the couplet in which it appears. the repetition speaks to the importance of the question. every time i see a photograph taken with the hubble space telescope that question echoes ever louder within me. you made wonderful use of it here.peter lynchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17403197077234774991noreply@blogger.com