Perseverance… it’s a marathon that we are running. I have to keep reminding myself of that. Thanks for this thoughtful and honest piece. Blessings to you and Joy and sweet Gracie 💖🙏🐾
"Not something that we can achieve or attain for ourselves in this life. Our heart’s desire is a union with God that transforms us into who we yearn to be but could not accomplish on our own." Great insight, and I loved how you tied it in with desiring too little.
“What is the life-transforming lesson that you can teach me in this experience?” I want to think each stumbling block is there for a reason. Ty Bishop Jake
Love the connection between longing and our inherent spirituality as human beings. Something to continue pondering.
And the familiarity with perseverance is real these days for so many. Sometimes it seems all we can do. It’s good to be reminded it is not a small thing.
Glad that resonated with you. I'm digging into longing as the center of our spirituality a bit more these days. Just finished a followup piece scheduled for next week. Blessings this Lent on beyond my friend
As you likely know, these words were ones I needed to hear today. Thanks for the encouragement to keep persevering. Some days are much harder than others.
Another great essay, Jake - and very true. I’ve always loved the verse “delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart”. Years ago I had a revelation about this verse - the emphasis is on God reframing the desires of our hearts, not on us getting whatever we want. He will give the right, best, most loving desires as we devote ourselves to union with Him. I’ve found this to be true ♥️.
Thank you! I needed these grace-filled words today…I will be pondering Ronald Rolheiser words “What we do with our longings … is our spirituality.” (The Holy Longing, p. 5). I’m just starting your book and looking forward to all it offers!
Perseverance… it’s a marathon that we are running. I have to keep reminding myself of that. Thanks for this thoughtful and honest piece. Blessings to you and Joy and sweet Gracie 💖🙏🐾
Thanks Michael. And it really is one step at a time isn’t it
It sure is. Glad to be on the journey with you my friend.
"Not something that we can achieve or attain for ourselves in this life. Our heart’s desire is a union with God that transforms us into who we yearn to be but could not accomplish on our own." Great insight, and I loved how you tied it in with desiring too little.
Thanks, Patty! I really appreciate that
Marvellous post and song! And to cap it off, there's a gorgeous goat in the video :D
Thank you. ~Liz
I found this an interesting post and something to think about
Thanks Aussie Jo
“What is the life-transforming lesson that you can teach me in this experience?” I want to think each stumbling block is there for a reason. Ty Bishop Jake
I'm passing along what others have taught me on that one Nathan. Blessed Lent!
Love the connection between longing and our inherent spirituality as human beings. Something to continue pondering.
And the familiarity with perseverance is real these days for so many. Sometimes it seems all we can do. It’s good to be reminded it is not a small thing.
Glad that resonated with you. I'm digging into longing as the center of our spirituality a bit more these days. Just finished a followup piece scheduled for next week. Blessings this Lent on beyond my friend
As you likely know, these words were ones I needed to hear today. Thanks for the encouragement to keep persevering. Some days are much harder than others.
Glad we're walking together my friend! This is not a road to walk alone.
Another great essay, Jake - and very true. I’ve always loved the verse “delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart”. Years ago I had a revelation about this verse - the emphasis is on God reframing the desires of our hearts, not on us getting whatever we want. He will give the right, best, most loving desires as we devote ourselves to union with Him. I’ve found this to be true ♥️.
Amen amen, Korie! I think that's spot on!
Thank you! I needed these grace-filled words today…I will be pondering Ronald Rolheiser words “What we do with our longings … is our spirituality.” (The Holy Longing, p. 5). I’m just starting your book and looking forward to all it offers!
Thanks, Amy! I’ve learned a lot from Rolheiser. And I would love to hear your thoughts and insights as your read my book.
My question in those moments is, "What is the invitation to learn and grow?"