I’m floating in seas that terrify me, further and further away from the shore. Ancient swells meant for ships surround me. Depths glittered by sunlight. When I panic I drink salt, but when I float I’m helpless. I’m here because of faith and I’m ashamed to tell you how many times I wondered if I would be happier if I had stayed on shore.
Read More… He tells me that I’m crawling through the darkness of the world instead of looking at Him, the Light of the World. He reminds me that I’m supposed to be a light bearer.
I’m convicted, and I welcome it.
Read MoreI have to remember that this life and all of its details are given to me to manage, not to own. In this way, it is not according to my reach, but according to His. It is not on me, this vest of uncertainty. It is not real. Be anxious for nothing is my affirmation, not another thing I must achieve.
Read MoreThere are some things that lose value when you bring them from the spirit to the physical. Memories, private pain, and fear aren’t as sacred when you try to stuff them into the carcass of words. Like shoving a queen into a dress that’s too small just to make her sit at a table that’s too short and eat soup with a fork.
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