Tag Archives for gratitude
The power of blessing
My beloved wife celebrated her 60th birthday a few days ago. I’m not always the best at planning ahead for such events, but I have learned over the years that special days are important to Marion, and I have also … Continue reading
Resident aliens
When my son Simeon moved to the United States a few years ago, I was a bit surprised to learn that according to the United States Government, he was an alien. Even after getting his Green Card, which allows him … Continue reading
Was blind but now I see
Yesterday I met a man who prayed for my salvation over thirty-five years ago, when we were both students at the same college. Until yesterday I had not known that he had been praying for me, and he had not … Continue reading
Keeping the flow clean
Recently when I was reading the words of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew, I was struck by these simple yet profound comments about the human heart. But what comes out of the mouth proceeds from the heart, and this … Continue reading
Overwhelmed by love
I am overwhelmed by love, Overtaken by your mercy, Lord, your goodness without end Will be the house in which I dwell. – Brian Doerksen, When You Shepherd Me (based on Psalm 23) Late last Sunday evening, as I sat … Continue reading
In everything give thanks
Here in Canada this is Thanksgiving weekend. Early settlers and explorers gave thanks for a safe journey across the Atlantic; later settlers gave thanks for a good harvest; Loyalists coming to Canada from the United States after the American Revolution … Continue reading
Lessons from Physiotherapy
Almost two weeks ago I began a process of physiotherapy to reestablish function in my left shoulder. This became necessary as a result of a cycling accident a few weeks ago which resulted in a dislocated shoulder, a badly sprained … Continue reading
Reflections from Minnesota – Day 3
For those who live in a northern climate, the coming of spring is a reason to celebrate. This has been a week of wonderful weather here in Bloomington, Minnesota. Snow is melting, water is running, birds are chirping and the air … Continue reading
Reflections from Minnesota – Day 1
Today was our first full day in Minnesota. We arrived at about 5:30 pm local time yesterday – bleary-eyed, stiff and tired, but very thankful to have arrived safely. The drive was long but in its own way a good bonding … Continue reading
Coldest Night of the Year
I remember when I first heard about Jericho Road Ministries from its founder, my friend Ray Desmarais. A compassionate man with a big heart for the hurting and homeless, Ray wanted to do something practical to help. Over the years, … Continue reading →
01. February 2016 by Wisdom Hunter
Categories: Brokenness and Wholeness, Community, Faith and Finances, Social Commentary | Tags: community, discipleship, finances, gratitude, healing, hope | Comments Off on Coldest Night of the Year