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Radical Reasoning
The responses to COVID-19 are all across the board, from panic to skepticism and everything in between. You’d be hard pressed to find a company, organization, or individual who hasn’t weighed in on the issue one way or another. But this post really isn’t about the virus–it’s about the reason for suffering and the glory of God. I hope these verses are as encouraging to you as they were to me!
Happy Birthday, PWD!
If you can’t believe it’s been two years since Past Watchful Dragons began gracing your inbox with awesomeness, then join the club–neither can I! Nevertheless, it’s true, and I wanted to take a week to reminisce on some of the great stuff we’ve learned together during the past year. Also, I’m eager to hear from you! What do you want to read about next year?
Masterful Poems 3: “The Lantern Out of Doors”
“Out of sight is out of mind.”
Is it just me, or is that completely accurate and rather condemning? But why does this apply more to people and responsibilities and never to chocolate??
This post examines our tendency toward amnesia in light of Gerard Manley Hopkins’ poem “The Lantern Out of Doors.” Fortunately, Hopkins helps us celebrate the One who always sees and never forgets.
One Word
I know January 1 is behind us, but I’m still thinking about the idea of a one-word resolution. But the more I consider it, the less I feel equal to the task of choosing a word, and maybe that’s not such a bad thing. After all, when we make resolutions, what are we REALLY looking for? Read on for a rather unflattering perspective.
In Pursuit of Perfection: Rest
For people who won’t rest until every box is checked and every job is done, the world can be a pretty tiring place. Is this how it’s supposed to be? My life may often say, “Yes,” but God’s Word says no. Find out how true rest is a gift that only God can give.
In Pursuit of Perfection: Identity
Who do you think you are?
Surely you don’t have to worry about this question anymore. You have it all together. The struggle to find your identity was reserved for junior high angst or delayed until a mid-life crisis, right?
Well, let me admit to you that I still struggle with this issue. I expect perfectionism to supply me with a solid identity, but so far that just hasn’t happened. Is there an answer to this frustrating question? Read on to find out!
A Good Friday Meditation
With all the hype of Easter, it can be easy to let Good Friday slip by without much notice. This year, I’d encourage you to take a few moments with this short post and meditate on the beauty of God’s plan. We’ll look together at the last song Jesus sang before his crucifixion, and we’ll marvel at the prophetic power of this Psalm.
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