I recently saw this by BANKSY. When I look at it I can see life bursting out of it. What do you see? Life goes on regardless of our personal circumstances. It moves, ebbing and flowing, sometimes drowning us in its undertow; sometimes catching us up on the waves as we ride the surf with … Continue reading Life is to be enjoyed
Tag: Hope
In darkness I have light
Hard times surround us in life Surrounding with darkness Shadow days of trouble and strife Seeking to steal my breath. But fallen, I choose to rise Rising like a lion proud I lift up my head to the skies Knowing your light is all around.
Confidence flows from character
I posted a few days ago about character being attributes that flow OUT of us in life’s circumstances. The quality of our character dictates the strength of our lives. And the strength of our lives is linked with the confidence we have on the inside flowing to the outside. For example, patience is stronger than … Continue reading Confidence flows from character
Blossoms bow
Blossoms bow in the evening sun Knowing not what to think Their petals enchanting everyone Glowing such beautiful pink Stray blossom Avenue, Harrogate I love when the blossoms come out - I suspect everybody does. They blossom annually and the bright colour illuminates people’s hearts and Instagram feeds for a few weeks. And then the … Continue reading Blossoms bow
Falling and rising in life
Everybody hurts. Everybody falls. But not everybody rises again. It’s so true that when we are down and out; when we fall on our knees; when we get knocked down ... it’s so true that what we do next is what really matters. As somebody who is being currently knocked down, I want to just … Continue reading Falling and rising in life
I awake today – a declaration of faith
I awake today to a new reality Knowing that the completed totality Of my life is restoration At the hands of the God of my salvation As I open my eyes to Christ the son Knowing that he’s the only one Powerful to gracefully restore me And heal my broken history. I awake today to … Continue reading I awake today – a declaration of faith
Intention, bravery and your making your choices
This morning I enjoyed a beautiful breakfast on my own in my apartment. It was a rare moment of cosy calmness that just made me smile with joy. Not every moment is like this though. Life is made of a million moments, some of them calm and cosy, while others are crazy and chaotic. I … Continue reading Intention, bravery and your making your choices
Hold on to hope
No matter what is going on in your life please remember that there is always something to hope for. True hope leads to positive outcomes - it will not leave you disappointed. Holding on to hope is a measure of your resilience and determination to overcome. You are able. You are strong. You are resilient. … Continue reading Hold on to hope
Move in the direction of your dreams
It is easy to do the expected thing, the usual thing, the normal thing. We are often encouraged not to dream, not to dare, and not to move in the direction of our dreams. Dreamers are thought to be time wasters, lazy, or having their head in the clouds. This is as far from the … Continue reading Move in the direction of your dreams
Rest to refresh your soul
Those who know me know that faith plays a large part in the strength I’ve found in my life journey. Taking time out to reflect and think have been important disciplines. Isaiah 40:31 Putting faith aside, it is important to stop; to reflect; to rest and renew your strength. When we carry burdens our strength … Continue reading Rest to refresh your soul
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