In the cool dark recesses of the cupboard under the stairs, I carefully placed my newly potted bulb. My father made it clear that I was not to pull it back out into the light for a few months. At seven years old patience was not my strong suit, and I desperately wanted to take … Continue reading What is God doing in the dark? Psalm 7
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How do you speak to yourself? Psalm 5
Do you use practice kindness or condemnation? I confess my default setting for the voice inside my head leans heavily towards harsh criticism. I struggle to practice self-compassion. In Psalm 5, the psalmist calls out to the Lord for help. 1 Give ear to my words, O Lord; consider my groaning. 2 Give attention to … Continue reading How do you speak to yourself? Psalm 5
Psalm 16: A Remedy for Soul Weary Days
Are you tired? Are you worn out? God’s guidance continues to challenge me to dismantle the influence of hustle culture on my life. For decades I’ve been immersed in the need to do more, work harder, and keep going. My type A personality struggles to avoid the trap that hems me in on all sides … Continue reading Psalm 16: A Remedy for Soul Weary Days
Anthea Kotlan 