Am I a God who is far off? Life can be hard. For some it is more difficult than others, whether with health issues, familial and relational challenges, loss, etc. A lot of the time, we want to know why certain things happen to us. “Why me?” is a question I’ve asked or thought subconsciously. The why is not always easily apparent and could be … Continue reading Finite people, infinite God
For the August long weekend, a group of ladies (including myself) rented an Airbnb and had a getaway in another city. We did a hike (revealing just how out of shape I am), visited friends at a like-minded church (with refreshing and convicting sermons), and laughed, prayed, and cried together. Five of us slept in the same room and had some miserable sleeps. There were … Continue reading Where to next?
While Israel remained at Shittim, the people began to play the harlot with the daughters of Moab. For they invited the people to the sacrifices of their gods, and the people ate and bowed down to their gods. So Israel joined themselves to Baal of Peor, and the LORD was angry against Israel. The LORD said to Moses, “Take all the leaders of the people … Continue reading Fly, you fools!
When I was in Benin, West Africa, an incredible patient of mine braided my hair. Her story is unique and inspiring, and if you want to see a photo of my hair then, click here. Finally, after almost three years, I decided to get my hair braided again. It is something I had to be ready for, because the price of vanity is high. Value … Continue reading Hairstyles!
Happy Easter//Joyeuses Pâques! How are you all spending your Easter weekend? I have to work, such is the life of a nurse, but I am grateful for little moments and reminders of the overwhelming love of God. And there are plenty of not-so-small reminders as well. The most gigantic of all is the sacrifice that God made in providing His unique and precious Son as … Continue reading Crossroads
O God whose will conquers all, There is no comfort in anything apart from enjoying Thee and being engaged in Thy service; Thou art All in all, and all enjoyments are what to me Thou makest them, and no more. I am well pleased with Thy will, whatever it is, or should be in all respects, And if Thou bidst me decide for myself in … Continue reading From “The Valley of Vision”
“Clarity is the last thing you are clinging to and must let go of. I have never had clarity; what I have always had is trust. So I will pray that you trust God.” ~ Mother Theresa Although I do not know all that Mother Theresa taught (so I cannot affirm or disapprove all that she she said), this quote has profoundly impacted me. I … Continue reading Clarity
Hi friends! Here is the link to my updated website. Please consider clicking over to my webpage and subscribe to receive updates and notifications when new blog articles are posted! https://www.lovejusticemercy.com/2018/04/random-monday-musings.html Happy Monday everyone! Today is my Sunday, so I cannot look at this day with quite as much disdain as everyone starting their work weeks today. This blog post is months behind the last, … Continue reading Musings on the flood, and other random Monday thoughts
The last few days have overflowed with God’s goodness! As I have talked about before, He has kept me in Canada this year, rather than sending me to Cameroun with Mercy Ships. This was difficult for me to take initially, but in surrendering to what God wanted, I have had such peace and joy. And He has given even more than that! So far this … Continue reading Taking a bit of a different journey
This post has been updated: https://www.lovejusticemercy.com/2017/12/calendars-memories.html Last year at this time, I was in Germany with a dear Mercy Ships friend. I had just left Mercy Ships and stopped over to visit my friend before coming home to Canada. It was the beginning of Advent, but I didn’t know much about this holiday other than chocolate advent calendars. My friend was given a homemade advent … Continue reading Calendars and memories
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