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Lament as a Pathway to Peace

The question “How long?” haunts my mind, tempting me toward a pathway of despair. I found that Biblical lament could be a pathway to peace.

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“I sensed God asking me to speak aloud, naming every specific place of frustration and hurt.” Lee Ann Zanon

Mourn Your Losses but Trust God’s Plan

I refused to acknowledge my final struggle until I couldn’t take it anymore and broke down. I reminded myself of God’s steadfastness but hadn't allowed myself to mourn what I was going through.

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“You can mourn the life you thought you’d have and still trust God’s plan.” Elyse Ogbourne

You are God’s Superhero

You are God’s superhero on earth today in the rescue plan for the people He has placed in your sphere of influence. If you are suffering right now, don’t hang up your cape just yet. You may not feel like Wonder Woman or Superman today, but God has wonderfully and fearfully designed you for this time, this place, His purpose (Psalm 139:14).

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People Watching in God’s Waiting Room

Can I encourage you to print out Holy Attention – People Watching? Tuck it in your pocket or purse the next time you go to an appointment. See how God can use that waiting room for some holy work – in your life and the life of others.

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“I felt the impatience grow but then I was reminded of an idea I had recently read about at Chronic Joy called Holy Attention – People Watching. I was struck by this spiritual practice of really noticing those around me.” Kara Plett
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