I was born into the sunset. Strung up in the sky, all of time pauses while you search to find your breath. If you’re lucky, there is a moment of silence, and you can reflect and give thanks.
We’re all Denathor
When I have a bad day, I often think of Denathor and feel better about myself. In case you don’t remember, Denathor was the Steward of Gondor, as read about in Tolkien’s The Return of the King. He was not the king; he was the steward.
Fruit in Season
A lack of fruit may not necessarily be a sign of an unhealthy tree, perhaps it’s just not in season. Then again the opposite could be true, too.
The Purpose of Pain
Pain isn’t an obstacle to overcome, it’s an opportunity to experience God.
You Want Me To Do What?
God often cares more about why you do what you do then he does what you actually do.
Boiling Frog
If you threw a frog into boiling water it would immediately jump out, recognizing the danger of the heat. If, however, a frog sitting in room temperature water being slowly heated to boiling point the frog would stay put until its death, never realizing its harmful surroundings. I fear we are much the same.
Star Wars And Our Identity Issues
Luke and Leia Skywalker were separated at birth but years later they had an inherent feeling that they were connected. Eventually they found out their identities and it just made sense. In the same way, we were created to be complete when reunited with God. And when we finally realize that, two things happen: life begins to make sense and we begin to feel whole.
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