Words from the Wilderness

It’s not hard to see that we live in chaotic times, where change can seem like the only certainty.  And in addition to the global turmoil surrounding us, we also face personal upheavals in our own lives.  But when the turbulence seems overwhelming, we need only look to the stars for a very reassuring reminder about the One Who will never, ever, change.

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This release is inspired by the special reptiles that I often see basking on my patio during the summer months...and what they can teach us about our witness for Christ. All of us are tempted at times to conform to the world around us rather than boldly remain firm in our faith, but today's episode will give you some practical tips for standing out rather than blending in.

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If you’re anything like me, you’ve wanted a do-over in life more than a few times.  When we’re beset with failures and flaws, often all we want is to rewind the clock and receive another chance.  If this is a familiar feeling, then today’s release is especially for you!  Inspired by a very special nest on the front porch of my home, I’m reflecting on God’s standing offer of a new beginning in our lives, and how we can accept His intervention.

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Inspired by the lore and legend of the upcoming holiday, Midsummer, I’m learning what this special day can teach us about the unseen reality of the spiritual world—and how a renewed understanding of this scriptural concept can transform the way we live.  If you want to see the world—and your life—with fresh eyes, then this release is for you.

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In a world where it seems dreams always outnumber opportunities, sometimes we can begin to feel overlooked, ignored, or unnoticed.  We can even start to believe that God Himself has forgotten about us.  But if that’s you today, then take heart.  You’re not being put aside; you’re being prepared.  If you’re struggling to find the wonder in the waiting, then I pray this release, inspired by a very special insect, brings you hope and encouragement.  Now, please enjoy “Seventeen Years.”

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Perhaps, like me, you’ve often marveled at these delicate little creatures that often seem more butterfly than bird.  But few people know the full story of the hummingbirds’ lives.  As incredible as it may seem, these seemingly fragile birds conquer overwhelming challenges on their staggering migratory journeys…and showcase an inspiring lesson about courage in our own lives.  Please enjoy “Hope from a Hummingbird”!

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How do we find our way when life becomes a trackless maze?

A yen for wandering in the woods will teach you one sobering fact very quickly:  it is astoundingly easy to lose your way.  However, this is true not only for the maze of a densely wooded area but also for the trackless wilderness of life.  In this latest release, I’m sharing the strategies I’ve learned for finding my way again…and the love of the Lord Who always, always, comes to find us, no matter how far we’ve strayed.

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Could the ethereal creatures that flutter through springtime skies be carrying an important message about rebirth?

“Because, you see, destruction, no matter how utter it seems, is never the end of the story.  God is not a God Who bulldozes our lives and melts our aspirations and then abandons us in a pile of rubble.  He doesn’t tear down without building up.  He doesn’t raze our lives without also raising them.  The dark chrysalis isn’t the end of the caterpillar’s story; it’s simply part of the journey.  And in similar fashion, God will lead us through our seasons of painful change and to the joy of rebirth that waits on the other side.”

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Unnoticed doesn’t equal unimportant. Some of the greatest Kingdom work of all takes place behind the scenes.

"There are hundreds of little white flowers in my yard—tiny stars sprinkling the world with laughter.  I don’t know their name.  Perhaps I never will.  But I know this:  they may be small, they may be humble, but their role is far from unimportant.  And just as there are hundreds of those flowers, there are hundreds of people throughout the world faithfully serving God in mundane roles."

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Do you ever feel as if you’re moving but not moving forward–as if you can’t see a destination in the drabness of the days? Then this release is for you! Inspired by a particularly unimpressive hiking trail, I’m meditating on the “trails to nowhere” in my own life…and the fact that sometimes they’re leading somewhere very special indeed.

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