Do You Want to Be Well?

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Jesus specialized in asking simple, straightforward questions.  They weren't designed to trick people and went straight to the heart of the matter.  They invited people to pause and look deep inside at their aching spiritual poverty.

John 5:6 says, 'would you like to get well?' or 'wilt thou be made whole?' 

Well, of course we want to be well.  Why would He even ask?

Truth be told, we might be scared senseless at the prospect that life could actually be different.  We've settled into a rut that we have no idea how to get out of.  Or we really don't want to be bothered to make the choices necessary to begin change.  We've long ago run out of hope and nothing we've tried has worked.  

We might admit that's its not a healthy place we find ourselves.  It might be a dysfunctional reality, but at least it's familiar and it's working for us in some odd, twisted way.  Because who might we become if Jesus healed us of our brokenness?

What would life look like if He freed us from being defined by our shame or our grief or brain health issues or weird family dynamics?  Who would we be? 

Click here to see who you are in Christ.  When you come to the end of your own striving and freely hand your life over to Him, you won't be defined by your messy mistakes and sinful choices and lousy circumstances.  

You are defined by your Savior.  And yes, He wants you to be spiritually, emotionally, and relationally whole.

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Everyone who calls on the name
 of the Lord will be saved.
Romans 10:13

Dear Lord,

I pray for those who find their way to these words today.  You know where they're coming from, You know what they're searching for.  Only You truly understand what they've been through and the restless unsettledness deep within.

May they say 'yes' to Your loving invitation to become Your beloved child.  You alone, God, know the sinful stuff that needs the forgiveness only You can give and the yearning within that can only be filled by Your lovingkindness.

Welcome them into Your family, I pray, where they'll find hope and peace, freedom to be who You shaped them to be, and eternal life with You.

In Jesus' Name ~

Amen

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Linda

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Who's Your Advent Buddy?

Hey gang, it's Advent.  

Tucked right between the lavishness of the Thanksgiving feast and the sheer madness of Cyber Monday, she has gently eased her sacred way on in, longing to claim her rightful place.  A place of stillness, of waiting, of reflection, of hope.  She doesn't jump up and down yelling 'pick me pick me' but she knows that her time to shine is now.  She wants to point us to Jesus. 

It's all about Jesus.

Not the stress inducing shopping insanity, over-the-top decorating, cookie baking marathons, the endless hours spent writing cards and wrapping presents, the jam-packed calendar, incessant jingle bells, or Santa and his mythical elves and flying reindeer.

Jesus.

Three years ago, a new friend invited me to get together each week of Advent.  And so we began, using Sarah Young's Jesus Calling for Christmas.  The reflective devotional readings, favorite Scripture, and the most exquisite winter photography have guided us into a much-needed gentle, quiet rhythm each year since.  

Through family disasters, illness, covid.  The disappointments, the sorrows.  The hard and the crazy, as well as the joyful stuff.

We curled up with our mulled cider yesterday, caught up on all the family doings, and then settled in.  We talked of what it looks like to live abundant, Christ-centered lives while we're in waiting mode.  Of how God has prepared this season of the year, and our lives, with 'the most tender concern and attention to detail.'  Of our need to pay attention with gratitude to what He's doing instead of continuing to revert to our old default modes.

Being thankful.  Even and especially while we wait.

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Advent is not a solitary observance.  We were never created to do life alone.  We were born for relationship, for community.  Is there a friend you'd like to make space for in this sacred season?  To share Scripture and thoughts and prayer?  It can't hurt to ask.  And no, it's not too late.  

This is the kind of presence we're all longing for.  Often we just don't know it.  Or are scared to ask for it because we've been hurt by being vulnerable in the past and who wants to chance that again?

This is a hard time of year to live a solitary life.  I'm guessing that God might be putting someone on your heart who needs a soft place to land, a hot cup of tea, and this kind of spiritual companionship.  And you know you need to cultivate this for yourself, too.  Maybe it's time to re-connect with someone you've been missing.  Go for it.  He is with you as you reach out.  I promise.

A bit of a benediction for all of us thirsty souls:
May God bless us as we continue our faith walk, becoming more and more like His dear son.  May we not be afraid of the presence of another soul, of quiet conversation, or the depth of the vast spiritual treasures He has for us.  May the Spirit guide us into refreshing new rhythms and deeper grace as He continues to whisper, 'this is the way, walk ye in it' {Isaiah 30:21}.

Linda

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Porch #64 * 'A Holy Curiosity'

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'To listen like Jesus, we need a holy curiosity ... We engage our entire bodies in the act of listening: our eyes are fixed on our friend; we nod our head; we lean forward to show interest; we make appropriate facial expressions in response to what is said.

We ask questions for clarification because we want to learn more about what our friend is thinking or feeling.  We don't interrupt or construct our response while our friend talks ...'

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- Christina Fox @ Tabletalk

That whole idea of a 'holy curiosity' fascinates me.  Curiosity has gotten a bad rap along the way.  Think of a nosy neighbor or a busybody intent on minding everyone else's business.

But when we approach listening God's way, our interest in another soul turns into a holy posture.  We aren't curious for curiosity's sake or to savor someone else's true confessions.  We're focused on another's story with the mind of Christ.  With His compassion and concern.  Without our usual agenda of making ourselves and our endless, tiresome opinions known.  

It becomes all about being the hands and feet and ears of Jesus.

This is a rare gift, a fine art, a sacred calling.  In this generation of omni-present social media, it's become far too easy to make everything about us.  But as believers in Christ, it's all about Him.  And being available for the ones He brings on to our paths.

Being present.  In Jesus' name.  For His sake.  And the emotional healing and spiritual growth of others.

👉  The Listening Life: Embracing Attentiveness in a World of Distraction by Adam McHugh is, hands down, one of my all time favorite books.  It was our second Book Club read back in 2018.  In fact, if I could only recommend one book to you for this whole year it would be this powerful, yet easy to read gem.

👉  If your church is looking for a lay ministry to come alongside the hurting, check out Stephen Ministries.  A huge component is learning to be faithfully present for someone, listening well, asking wise questions, and gently pointing the care receiver to Christ.  No pat answers, no fixing, no preaching.  I'm a huge fan.   

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dear Lord

help us to listen well

like Jesus did when He

stopped what He was doing

& turned His focus to 

the heavyhearted who

yearned for His loving care

He showed us how to meet

people right where they were

fully attuned to their neediness

no matter how many demands

clamored for His attention 

teach us to discern 

Your still small voice so we may

receive compassionate grace

to be wounded healers

for those You send our way

for Your sake

& the redemption of the 

bruised & broken

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I Sent This Note To My People This Week

If you're going through a season of grief or loss, please don't assume that people will know what you need.  Most of us don't have a crystal ball and we err on the side of doing nothing because we're not sure what to say ... or assume that you probably need space.  

Be clear as to what will work for you.  And you'll find that most people will be eager to come alongside and help you carry your load.

We were created to do life in the company of others.  Even if we have nothing to offer in return except a tearful 'thanks.' 

A few days ago, I sent the note below to several ministry groups I'm a part of.  The variety of warm and lovely responses I've received have re-filled my rapidly emptying cup and reminded me again of Christ's steady, strengthening presence in the midst of weakness and sorrow.  To say I'm grateful would be a huge understatement.

God speaks through the lovingkindness of His people.  And we all get blessed in the process.

Dear Friends ~

Mom continues on her long trip Homeward.  The ups and downs of her decline have really thrown me ... this month after month process has been like a rollercoaster ride in slow motion.  I am emotionally shot even while spiritually at peace.  

 

I would so appreciate your prayers for our family.  And to hear from you would mean so much to me as we sit with her day in and out.  It is isolating and stressful ... and honestly, I have nothing to offer in return. 

 

Thanks for letting me be honest with you about what I need in this fragile, unsettling time.  I am grateful for that kind of community we have built together.

 

Bless you ~

Linda

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In Which I Bow Out Gracefully

My dear friends ~

Just a few lines to let you know that I will be pretty much unplugged for the foreseeable future.  You guys know how much I love blogging and doing life in community with you.  But right now, my truest desire is to be as fully present with my mom as I can possibly be in this final chapter of her life ... and be completely available to the family who so deeply adore her.

I know you understand.

I've been navigating this anticipatory grief one day at a time for years now.  It's like a rollercoaster ride that just won't quit.

Yet more than ever, I believe that our God is incredibly faithful, His heart is kind, and His timing is trustworthy.  In the midst of the uncertainty, heartbreak, and weariness that have been our constant companions for far too long, He's generously given overflowing portions of joy, hope, and peace.  

Thank you for your compassionate words in recent weeks.  If you'd pray for Mom, our extended family, and the healthcare team who tenderly watch over her, we'd be so grateful.  

Lord have mercy, Christ have mercy.

Linda

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My times are in Thy hand.

Psalm 31:14-15

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Porch #29 * 5 Steps to Move You Forward

Welcome back to Porch, your go-to weekend companion.  Discover a fresh perspective.  Energize your mind.  Scoop up some spiritual sustenance.  Get unstuck.  Share your story.

Friends, buckle up.  Ready or not, 2022 has arrived.  

What could be healthier and holier than approaching the year ahead with a clean slate.  A no regrets lifestyle.  A courageous choice to rid ourselves of all those woulda-coulda-shouda's that act like quicksand, pulling us down and leaving us feeling like failures.

If ever we needed to be purposeful, it'd be right about now.

Instead of barreling headfirst into whatever's out there, how 'bout we take time to sift through the last 12 months.  Fully understand the victories, the disasters, the accomplishments, the pain.  Celebrate who God is and the provisions that have come from His hand.  Name our fears and failures and sorrows.  Confess our attitude problems and sins.  Forgive and ask for forgiveness.  Appreciate the gifts and opportunities He's given us.  Acknowledge daily provisions and graces.  Come to some measure of peace about what we've lived through.

In the process, we:

1.  Aim to release our accumulated why questions.

2.  Ask God what He's inviting us to.  

3.  Listen to the still small Voice for clear direction.

4.  Claim the fresh calling, verses, OneWord, goals, resolutions, song He's whispering to us.

5.  Chose to move ahead with a clear head and an open heart.

A few resources to help you discern your own unique focus:

Jean harvests her journal.

Tsh dusts off 20+ questions.

Maree takes a spiritual inventory.

I've got a ministry evaluation and 25 topics to pick and choose from.

If your load is complex and heavy, a counselor, support group or workbook just might be the ticket.  Click here to get an idea of what's available to you.  No one says you have to line all your ducks in a row by the first week of January.  If you need a season to move further toward healing, please give that grace and space to yourself.

So don’t be anxious about tomorrow. 
God will take care of your tomorrow too. 
Live one day at a time.
- Matthew 6:34 -

One day at a time.

It's become my mantra.  The breath I breathe.  The song I sing.  The promise I've claimed.  I've said it a million times in the last three years and am continuing to learn how to live it out in this disruptive, disturbing season.  

Loosening my grip on every loved one.  Every question.  Every opinion.  Every agenda. 

Embracing Jesus' words in Matthew 6 has freed me up and lightened my load.  It's kept me from thinking I've got all the answers.  Looking too far ahead.  Entertaining every worst case scenario and giving it free rein to endlessly play on repeat in my head.

One day at a time has freed me from anxiety's death-grip.  It's giving me a right perspective.  It's equipping me to reach out.

So that's my focus for 2022.  Again.

This is the first day of the rest of your life
'Cause even in the dark, you can still see the light
It's gonna be alright, it's gonna be alright
Sing it here!

One Day at a Time,

Linda

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Announcing Book Club #7 !!

Hey Friends ... how very good to spend a few minutes with you this weekend!  

I hope you're finding yourself at peace despite the oppressive heat, disconcerting news reports, and an increasingly busy calendar.  

I know of no better time to announce that Gentle and Lowly: the Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers by Dane Ortlund is our featured volume for our 4 week Sunday Evening Book Club beginning September 12th and running through October 3rd.

During our recent conversations on cultivating a gentle and lowly spirit and the books that have been my companions on that journey, a number of you began to share that you've read Ortlund's book, wanted to read it, or already had it stashed somewhere in your TBR pile.  

Your words have led us to this title.  Thank you for taking us there.

My faith has been strengthened, my soul calmed and quieted as I've sat quietly with each chapter.  It'd be safe to say that God has used the author's prayerful words to continue the soul restoration He's been doing after a season that almost did me in.

'Whom do you perceive him to be, in your sin and your suffering?  Who do you think God is - not just on paper but in the kind of person you believe is hearing you when you pray?  How does he feel about you?  His saving of us is not cool and calculating.  It is a matter of yearning - not the yearning for the Facebook you, the you that you  project to everyone around you.  Not the you that you wish you were.  Yearning for the real you.  The you underneath everything you present to others' {page 166}.

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🔖   Mark your calendar for September 12th, 19th, 26th, and October 3rd.

🔖   Begin reading, being sure to take notes / highlight the sections that grab your attention.  Chapters to be discussed will be given a week ahead. 

🔖   The Book Club goes live late Sunday afternoon / early evening for 4 weeks.  Head right to the blog and join the party!  I know no better way to wrap up a quiet Sabbath or regroup from a chaotic weekend than to burrow into a quiet corner, gather in the company of other like-minded souls, and participate in a faith-nurturing dialogue.

And no, you don't have to show up on Sunday evening.  You are welcome to come and go as you please.  You don't even have to read the book or sign up to be included {although you might want to subscribe so you don't miss a single get-together!}

🔖   I'll simply share 2 or 3 quotes from the book.  And then swing open the doors and invite you to speak for yourself in the comment section.  Email readers will receive the post on Monday and can comment either by hitting the REPLY button, or do so on the blog.  

BONUS!  Listen to these short, superb devotionals between now and then - Introducing Gentle and Lowly: A 14-Day Devotional Podcast

If ever we need this kind of prayerful listening, reading, and discussion, it'd be right about now.

Anticipating ~

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How Can We Pray For You Today?

Let us therefore come boldly 

unto the throne of grace, 

that we may obtain mercy, 

and find grace to help 

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You've run out of words.  

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Prayer changes things ~
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Light a Candle

I'm not sure when I started this little morning ritual and I don't do it every day.  But more mornings than not, I've been silently lighting a candle as I brew my mug of decaf tea and create my heaping bowl of plain non-fat Greek yogurt with berries and uncooked oatmeal ... and yes, chocolate sprinkles.

Don't laugh, it's delicious!

I first began lighting a candle simply because it brightened up the darkness in all the ways that I needed to experience.  It smelled good and brought a smile to my face.  Slowly I began to notice that it also gave me a bit of hope that all would be well.  The gentle flickering and the sweet scent breathed peace and stillness to my rattled soul.

And that was very good medicine indeed.

As time wore on, I began to quietly sing

Holy Spirit, you are welcome here

Come flood this place and fill the atmosphere

Your Glory God is what our hearts long for

To be overcome by your presence, Lord

Now I know that lighting a candle doesn't bring the Holy Spirit into the room.  As we trust in Christ alone, the Spirit makes our hearts His home.  He comforts and convicts, gives wisdom and grace and everything we need for life and godliness.  The luscious fruit of His presence is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control {Galatians 5:22-23}.

More than ever, He is all that we need.

As we focus more on His sustaining presence in our lives, 'the things of earth' begin to take their rightful place.  We become less self-absorbed, overwhelmed, rattled, and disappointed.  We gain a more heavenly perspective on this roller coaster we call life.

For where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is peace.  And isn't that what we've been yearning for our whole lives ...

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He whispers peace ~

Linda

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Lydz Goes to Lebanon

Please pray for our 17 year old granddaughter, Lydia, as she heads to Tyre, Lebanon on a church missions trip this Thursday for 11 days.  She is one of 10 adults and students who will be serving families in Syrian refugee camps by sharing meals, engaging with women and children, and encouraging local believers.

Long time readers will remember when she had successful surgery to remove a benign brain tumor 10 years ago.   The Lord was certainly present and powerful then and we believe that He is the same today.

Lydia is sheer delight, filled with joy, an athlete, an artist, a leader with a passionate heart for missions.  This will be her 5th trip overseas.  

Please pray for the group's health, safety, and witness for Jesus Christ in the midst of difficult circumstances.  As you might guess, as her 'Ma,' I am concerned, even as I'm so grateful for her strong commitment to Christ.  When I asked her if I could ask you all to pray, she said, 'Absolutely!  Thank you!!'

Blessings as you join us in prayer ~

Linda 

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A Prayer For Those Who Aren't Doing Well

Dearest Friends ~

If you're having a hard time with all that's assailing us, trust me, you're not alone.

You've touched on it in the comments of one post or another here.

Or poured it out in black and white at your online home.

You've wept soft tears over the phone as you whispered your burden and fears and we prayed back and forth for each other.

Huddled in our winter coats, you've admitted that you're frustrated and sad as we walked down the dirt path six feet apart.

You've texted, you've emailed, you've sent notes.

I've seen the exhaustion in your eyes, the tightness in your smile, the droop of your shoulders.

I hear what you're saying ... and what you're not quite able to voice.

I am with you in this struggle.

And we are not alone.

'I pray for the courage to admit that you are not fine.  And that when you say those words aloud that you would be met by love and care.  I pray that you would remain open to participating in your own healing, even if it comes to you in ways that you resent and fear at first.  Just because it's new to you doesn't mean God isn't already waiting there for you in the doctor's office, in the therapist's room, on the page, in the conversation, in the solitude.  May you welcome the love of God to your most tender places.'
- Sarah Bessey, Miracles and Other Reasonable Things

Amen and amen.
Linda

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Here's What You're Telling Me You're Struggling With . . .

I'm thinking that one of the biggest gifts we can give each other right about now is the lovely gift of presence.  The sheer gift of listening well to another soul without lobbing a whole bunch of questions or opinions or Bible verses at each other.  The nod of the head in understanding and appreciation of where the other is coming from.

Respectful validation.  Virtual hugs.

Saying, 'oh yes, me, too.'

No judgement.  No guilt or shame.  No pat answers or advice.

No, none of that.

Of course, there's the time for sharing Scripture and encouraging words and we trade alot of those powerful blessings back and forth around here.

But today I'm giving you needed space, I'm honoring what you've told me in the conversations after recent posts.  About what you're wrestling with, what you're concerned about, how this traumatic season is impacting you down deep.

I want you to know you are loved and cared for.  I pray for you.  Many of your responses mirror some of my own.

We're all in this together, dear friends.

Jesus loves us.

His Spirit whispers, peace, be still {Mark 4:3}.

I've tried to be more intentional about naming what I'm feeling. It helps.
-  L

I have to know what is in my “backyard.”  What do I have to navigate? What is the effect on me locally?
-  C

It's important that we still honour our feelings and be okay (not beat up on ourselves) if we just can't seem to get the energy to do but rather need to process, maybe even sleep more. It's kind of like a grieving journey.
-  L

Whatever we normally struggle with is being magnified because we're left with our thoughts and our small spaces.
-  M

Yesterday I had overwhelming fear ... I admit I have had anxious thoughts.
-  P

It's okay to feel. We're humans who have been thrown into something none of us could've ever predicted.
-  Y

This has been a difficult week. I’ve lost track of who I am … and mostly how I am … more often than I can count. There’s an exhaustion of my spirit, a wordless, nameless, defies-all-description malaise. I can’t get out of my own way and often don’t finish what I’ve started. I’ve become the world’s worst listener, so lost as I am in my own fog of non-thoughts, but feeling every single one of that which I cannot articulate. Anxiety, yes. Depression, probably slightly.
-  B

Just this morning I was in a funk and spent time to try and figure out the emotions I was feeling. Just naming them helps us be able to deal with them.
-  T

My biggest concern has been the people of the church I pastor. Checking on them. Making sure they are okay.
-  B

I confess I have not handled my fear well. I keep trying to hand it over to the Lord, but then I seem to snatch it right back and that has me feeling shameful. I've had to quit reading and watching the news and even having to screen what blogs I read. I'm an avid reader but for the life of me, I can't pick up a fiction book because I just can't focus on reading right now. I wish I could escape into a good book.
-  G

My own mother is 91, and I'm a bit worried about her at this time, but since we have to quarantine due to Danny's preexisting conditions, we cannot help her at this time - makes me so sad. 
-  M

We are in stage 3 lock down here in Australia so no going out for meals out or ice cream. We're allowed to have a walk but must go straight home, no stopping, no sitting to look at the scenery. Only going out to essential work or to get essentials now.  The police & military have been placed so no one breaks those conditions.
-  J

It has been a bit of a roller coaster ride with my emotions.
-  M

Nesting hasn't been as peaceful or relaxed as it sounds like yours is. I feel more pressure from various directions in my life than normal actually. Some of it is because a blogger's life is never done ... especially since there are many who need our calming voice in the midst of this chaos. But also because I'm used to less cooking, and thereby, less cleaning around my home!
-  B

Adjusting to new routines and people around all the time has taken a bit of time.
-  L

I'm grieved for those who are sick or who have lost loved ones. 
-  D

I would describe myself as somewhat ill at ease some parts of every day with occasional forays into panic. :-)
-  B

I am worried and anxious. I try to limit my exposure to the non-stop news cycle to once a day. 
-  L

I don't think I am too worried.  However, I don't seem to be sleeping much at night, so something is going on in my head.
-  M

Like a bad dream.
-  L

Bless the merciful - Sarah Bessey

Oh, God. Bless the merciful. Bless them.

Bless the hospital chaplains who are crying and praying in trauma rooms with the scared and the hurting. Bless the doctors and the nurses, the janitors and the lunch ladies, the front-line workers and behind the scenes faithful ones during this terrible time. Bless the ones in the nursing homes with lonely seniors, putting themselves at risk to keep caring for the vulnerable. Bless the families on the other side of the window glass with phones, smiling and waving and holding up signs of love to their elders. Bless the vulnerable and at-risk and those who open their doors to them even in the midst of a pandemic. Bless the scared kids and the adults who notice them.

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