Pioneer Camp and Retreat Center recently built the first phase of a high ropes course. I unexpectedly got the opportunity to go there this weekend to be trained as a facilitator on the course. Having helped with high ropes at camp for years, I couldn't turn down the opportunity to come hang out 50… Continue reading Always On Belay
Category: Bekah’s Heart
24 Years to Celebrate
Dear Doctor, Do you remember 24 years ago when you told a young couple that their brand new baby girl wouldn't live more than a couple of hours? Do you remember saying that if she did live that her lungs probably wouldn't work properly and she'd likely have disabilities and challenges with learning? Just thought… Continue reading 24 Years to Celebrate
“He who sings, prays twice.”
Music is powerful. Martin Luther is often quoted as saying: "He who sings, pray twice." (Though the actual origin of the phrase is debated.) In remembering this phrase, my increased desire to play, write, or listen to music lately suddenly makes sense. Words just aren't enough for all the prayers my heart is praying ...… Continue reading “He who sings, prays twice.”
Africa On My Heart…
As much as I sadly sometimes try to ignore it and go on with my "normal" life here in America, there is no doubting that part of my heart remains in Africa. I may have only lived there one month, but in that short time, I experienced things and gave of myself in ways that leave… Continue reading Africa On My Heart…
On Hand-Holding…
I see it as the preschool students walk through the halls of church, delighting in the fact that it's their turn to slip their tiny fingers into the slightly larger ones of the teacher. Or as my "Little Sister" (through Big Brothers Big Sisters) finds a way to juggle the stuff she's carrying just so… Continue reading On Hand-Holding…
100 miles… for Sam
For a few months I was doing really well with the whole "exercise" thing in life, but recently I shifted things in my morning routine and am finding it difficult to carve out a new time (and more importantly, motivation) to workout. As I pondered this issue this morning and wondered what might re-motivate me… Continue reading 100 miles… for Sam
God’s Heart
After some exploration into what God's heart delights in the last few days, I found myself thinking about a prayer Pastor shared at the beginning of Lent: "Break my heart for what breaks Your heart, God." This phrase, also common among a few popular Christian songs right now, has always hit me in a special… Continue reading God’s Heart
Delight (Part 2)
Yesterday I asked people to respond to this statement: God delights in seeing us delighted. Before I shared my thoughts and reflections on this, I was blessed to be able to hear some of your thoughts. I agree with many of the responses that discussed how we as humans can "delight" in things that God… Continue reading Delight (Part 2)
Delight
I've been pondering this for the last few days and just can't stop thinking about it... God delights in seeing us delighted. I wonder what your thoughts on this statement. What is your initial reaction? Do you agree? Disagree? Why? What does this speak to in your life right now? If this is true, how… Continue reading Delight
One of THOSE days
Have you ever had one of THOSE days… I think you know the kind I’m talking about: Those days when nothing bad really happens, but from the moment your feet hit the floor (and perhaps before) you realize everything is going to be a battle. Those days when it seems Satan got a head start… Continue reading One of THOSE days
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