The Sound Of Tears
There is a sound, God, when grief spills from the corner of an eye, and stains the earth with its wetness. It is not a quiet sound, although it may [...]
The Shelter Of Grace
Life can be tough to navigate, God, so much that is uncertain, so much that is unpredictable; so many detours, so many uncharted paths; And yet, amazingly, you do [...]
The Amazing Invitation
No special qualifications needed; No particular connections or exclusive memberships required; No secret passwords or unique attributes expected; No campaigning or canvassing, no examinations or reference checks; Just an amazing [...]
Shocking Freedom
To our souls made brittle by constant score keeping You are the moisture that softens and washes the record clean; To our hearts exhausted from carrying the burden of [...]
Shalom
We celebrate the dream of peace: Not only the absence of conflict, but the presence of true compassion and community; We celebrate the dream of justice: Not only appropriate [...]
Resurrection
In the nervous silence of our doubts, we aware of nothing but your absence, Jesus, and we begin to wonder whether the rumours of your death are true; Then, [...]
Reminders
There is much to remind us, O God of Your constant attention of Your tireless care; The sparrow flies with joyful abandon unconcerned and secure in Your watchfulness The flower [...]
Remembering And Returning
This world needs to remember you and return to you, God. when we use force to bend others to our will, when we abuse and harm othes because they are [...]
Relentless Love
Though we run hot and cold, fickle and changing in our faith, your love remains certain and constant; Though we grow tired and disillusioned, bored and distracted far too [...]
Reckless Prodigals And Self-Righteous Siblings
God of Reckless Prodigals and Self-Righteous Siblings, We praise You for always being there in times of joyful celebration and times of despairing distress; in times of noble faithfulness [...]