The moon shone large and bright, high amid a clear, dark sky in the Gobi Desert. Near the horizon, a low bank of clouds was streaked with shadows and rays, all pointing toward the moon as if bowing in reverent worship.
It was one of the most physically and spiritually beautiful things I ever saw Continue reading →
My husband is pretty awesome. I don’t always remember that. Or remember to tell him. Or some days even to be nice to him. Why do I give my best, all my patience, to others? Work, church, and friendships tend to get much more patience and kindness from me than he does. So I just wanted to take a moment to let him know (and you as well) what great guy he is.
Today marks the 13th anniversary of the September 11th attacks. Terrorists killed nearly 3,000 people that day, and those who rushed to help in the rescue and clean-up efforts continue to die of illnesses attributed to toxic conditions at the World Trade Center.
It was a day filled with hate and horror, but also love and hope; the years since have brought more of each.
Every year, we as Americans share our memories and grief and encourage each other to preserve our resolve never to forget.
Every year, Alan Jackson’s song makes me cry.
As we remember our nation’s tragedy and the lives lost, let us also remember to pray.
Let us pray for the families and friends who grieve loved ones who died that day and in the wars that have followed.
Let us pray for those who continue to risk their lives to keep others safe. Let us pray for healing for those who risked their health and wholeness to help others.
Let us pray for our leaders to discern the right answer to each challenge and problem and to have the courage and support to follow it.
Let us pray for changed hearts within those who would harm us and others, and pray for the safety of those among them informing us of their plans.
Let us pray for a world of peace, love, and justice.
Raphael Mudenda was a good man, a great inspiration, and a dear friend.
I wish I’d met him.
I try to grow in my faith and understanding, to follow Jesus ever more closely, and to speak only things that uplift, inspire, inform, or amuse.
Like most people I know, though, I am human, and I sometimes say the wrong thing clearly or the right thing imperfectly.
Anything I say poorly is my own fault and should not be taken to reflect the views of my God, my church, my fellow Christians, or the missionary organization through which I formerly worked.
The opinions expressed on this site are my own opinions. They are not necessarily the opinions or views of my former employer, SIM, or any current or future employers.
The Heffron Family