Tag: pain
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Just Strangers Passing Through – Finding Peace in Turmoil
She appears to be vanishing in the huge hospital bed. Compared to her tiny frame, everything else looks gigantic. Every time I hug her, I hold her gently, careful not to put any weight or apply any pressure.
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When the Shoe Doesn’t Fit
I kept my eyes fixed on the ground to make sure I didn’t bump my suitcase into anyone. There was a long line of impatient people hurrying from the train station and into the airport. That’s when I saw her. She was dressed in clothes that let me understand that she was wealthy. Her face…
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Holding Our Worship Hostage – How do We Walk through Pain?
I’ve met people from every walk of life and they all have one thing in common: they’re heading somewhere. Although someone might be living in the same house, doing the same job, or entertain the same hobbies for years on end, they are still in a process of some kind. Change is not optional. We…
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Called to Feel
Those who follow me on social media will have registered that I’ve been traveling a bit this summer. Rather than blogging about it concurrently, I decided to stay present in the moment. To experience. Feel. Cry. And ponder. I’ve needed some time to reflect upon everything we’ve seen and heard this summer. For the upcoming…
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In the Midst of Pain
The weeks leading up to the death of my father were the most precious and grief-filled experiences of my life. We knew that unless a miracle happened his life was coming to an end. It was my honor and privilege to spend this special time with him. He made room for all of us, making…