“It is a deep, slow process for a reason.”These words were sent to me by a dear friend at the beginning of this month and, as words often do, they settled in my soul and began to weave their magic. I have come back to them many times this month and these words are words … Continue reading Some thoughts on process this Christmas
Joy to the world, the Lord has comeLet earth receive her kingLet every heart prepare him room We sang this hymn this morning at church, these beautiful words that I have been basing my devotions on this advent. And once more I was struck by the fact that we need to prepare room in our … Continue reading Prepare him room in your joy
Perth is experiencing a string of days over 40C. It is hot, and people are uncomfortable. When I say people, I mean me.And when I say uncomfortable, I mean after I have left my air conditioned house and driven in my air conditioned car to my kids school, I have to walk for a minute … Continue reading Prepare him room in your comfort
Recently I went to see the movie Last Christmas, because Christmas, romcom, and George Michael (what more could a girl want?!) In true romcom style it shows the courtship of a young couple, Tom and Kate. And all through the movie Tom is encouraging Kate to 'look up'. When she does, she notices the whimsy … Continue reading Prepare him room in your attention
Joy to the world the Lord has comeLet earth receive her kingLet every heart prepare him room Joy to the world is such an uplifting carol for this time of year, it is celebratory and triumphant. But what does "let every heart prepare him room" mean? When a guest comes to stay, we prepare a … Continue reading Prepare him room in your plans
At the end of the year it can be easy to start focusing on the year to come. 2019 is only a few days away, after all, and it seems wise to start planning and thinking about what is to come. Especially, if you are in a time of waiting. It can be easier to … Continue reading In the waiting: Do not forget his great faithfulness