To love like Jesus
*Originally posted on The Ragged Souls; click on the link for more content* It is hard to comprehend the magnitude of Jesus being fully man and fully God. Throughout scripture we see examples of Him displaying His christlike character. We see purity, healing, and wisdom to learn from and watch unfold. But what about when He... Continue Reading →
The other day I had a procedure done to remove the fluid that had built up around my lungs. The doctor asked me, after reviewing my chart, that after all the things I had been through what was the hardest thing I had ever done. It got me thinking about my journey with pain. I... Continue Reading →
There are two simple truths I have held tightly in my fists over these last couple of years. So tight that at times it felt as though my nails were digging into my skin and making my hands bleed. These truths were so gritty for me because they produced a daunting courage and a tireless... Continue Reading →
Words have the power of life and death. Have you seen that video circling around about the experiment with words vs plants? A group of people had two plants. With one they showered it with loving words and kind affection and with the other they verbally abused it with harsh critical statements. The latter didn’t... Continue Reading →
Would anyone agree with me that transition periods are tough? Today I want to share with you a prayer that has been my guide through a season where, at times, it was a little harder to smile, tears were more common, and the feeling of being lost was an undesired companion. It is called A... Continue Reading →
One of the truths that was a constant encouragement for me during these last few months was that my Jesus makes everything good. When we look through the lens of Christ we see even the dirtiest, toughest situation produce good. Sometimes He gives us little glimpses of the good parts during the hard parts.... Continue Reading →
hello! I feel as if we are catching up like old times over a good cup of coffee in our favorite spot. It has been over a month since I have written a post. Not for lack of news (I'll update you don't worry!) but because I had to take a hot minute to process... Continue Reading →
A well thought out and deep description of how to change or shift a culture would probably lead me into a profound analytical scheme of approaching the culture, slowly submersing yourself into it, getting a feel, with time, for how the others respond to you, and so on. However, my time in the ICU has... Continue Reading →
Elisabeth Hope 