New testament
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Locked Rooms
John 20:19-23 Here the disciples have locked the doors in fear. Jesus, of course, shows up and says peace be with you. Sometimes we become afraid like the disciples. We metaphorically lock our doors. We’re afraid of a challenge, so we stay where we are, we don’t listen to the Lord’s calling. We’re afraid of Continue reading
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The Purpose of Church?
John 12:43 “for they loved human praise more than praise from God.” I sat reading this passage and blushed at my sin. I had been searching for different churches in Colorado, because I was going to be living there for 5 months. At first, as I looked, my thoughts were honorable and pure enough. I Continue reading
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The Healing at the Pool
John 5:7-9 “I can not get into the pool. People hold me back, get in my way, and push me aside.” And Jesus says, “Well, that is not okay, so get up, pick up your mat, and walk. You do not need to go into the pool. ” (rephrased by me). This is such a Continue reading
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John 3:26 “Rabbi, that man who was with you on the other side of the Jordan- the one you testified about- look, he is baptizing and everyone is going to him.” Within the context of this passage, John tells his disciples tat Jesus is greater, from heaven, the Son of God, so it is good Continue reading
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Seek Me First
Luke 10: 38-41 “But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made.” We could probably all substitute our names for Martha’s in that verse. I, myself, am so busy preparing to raise support, worrying over contacts, worrying about the timing, always thinking about what and how I can find more financial Continue reading
About Me
An obsessive journaler who loves meeting others along their journey and giving them a hand to hold through pieces of writing. I write about the heartbreaks of life and the joys, the ups and downs, and I often learn my greatest lessons and miracles from nature.
Joyful Ruins 