Sow in tears, reap with joy When you have almost nothing left, it’s tempting to hold tight to the little you do have. Maybe it’s time, energy, or hope. Maybe it’s something that used to feel abundant but now feels scarce. I think about Psalm 126:5-6: “Those who sow in tears shall reap with joyful […]
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Turn Your Waiting Room Into A Classroom
Turn your waiting room into a classroom – Jess Sowards Hey, everyone—wait for it. Wait for it. Don’t you love hearing that phrase? Someone’s telling a story, and you know a plot twist is coming. You don’t even need to know what it is—you just know it’s going to be good when they say those […]
Trickles
I wrote this poem in 2020, shortly after the world was locked down. Five years later, I am once again faced with this question: Will I listen to the voice of intimidation and fear or will I turn my attention to the voice of my Beloved? Trickles Trickles of fear Icy cold fingers running up and down […]
The God of Legacy
2 Samuel 7:2-17 This is the God I serve. The God who appreciates a King’s heart but doesn’t take him up on his generous offer. The God who had a bigger plan. David wanted to build a temple for the Lord, but God told David’s cousin, Nathan, “Let David know I appreciate the […]
Investing in Others Reaps High Rewards
I volunteered with the Red Cross as a teenager. working with senior citizens. I acted as their Companion-for-the-Day as I escorted them through the local zoo. I was fascinated by the contrasts in the people I served. Some seniors wanted no interaction with me at all. They just looked at me as somebody who was […]
Lay It Down With No Strings Attached
Matthew 11:28-29 – “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” Have you ever fallen victim to the old ‘money on a […]