Tag Archives: Prayer

Lord Get Me Up This Hill

I felt strong on my second Conte’s hill ride of the season, but that doesn’t mean it was easy. Those hills are hard and require mental fortitude as well as physical strength. I find myself drawing on various mantras to … Continue reading

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Where Is A Burning Bush Calling You To Turn Aside

A few weeks ago our Old Testament reading told the story of Moses and the Burning Bush. It’s one of those stories I think I know so well, but am still able to find new meaning–and hear a new message–when … Continue reading

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Leaving Room For God’s Mercy

Tomorrow is September 11, a date that stills makes me stop in my tracks, ~remember~, and grieve for those who lost their lives, their loved ones, and their livelihoods. A beam from the World Trade Center, installed as a memorial … Continue reading

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A Thanksgiving Prayer For Advent

While the secular world began preparing for Christmas a few days ago with Black Friday sales, today many Christians will begin preparing for Christmas by celebrating the first Sunday of Advent. This holiday season I am focusing on maintaining an … Continue reading

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Choosing To Be Grateful

I’m rarely “ready” for Thanksgiving–it always seems to sneak up on me after my birthday–but this year more than ever I am ready to take some time to focus on being grateful. One of my favorite passages in the Bible … Continue reading

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