Journey of the Word

{ capturing the Joy of knowing what God says }

Strange Prayers of Thanksgiving

November 16, 2018

Thank you, Lord, for sickness and disease. For these trials give me compassion for the hurting. Thank you, Lord, for interruptions. For these are indeed surprise gifts. Thank you, Lord, for grief and loss. For I know what it means to be comforted and filled. Thank you, Lord, for the wintry cold. For it compels … More Strange Prayers of Thanksgiving

3 Hard & Precious Surprises of My 2016

November 24, 2016

Yes, it’s a bit early for a year-end review. But instead of the expected “I’m Thankful For” post of the Thanksgiving season, I’m attempting a twist on the topic by reflecting on three hard and precious surprises of my 2016. 1. When pain returns. 2016 had almost convinced me that my consistent, tormenting back pain of 2+ … More 3 Hard & Precious Surprises of My 2016