Category Archives: Spiritual Journey

Ordination Sunday.

It happened.  I became a girl Reverend.  My oldest awakened from his slumber yesterday morning and the first words out of his mouth were, “Congratulations, Mom.”  Be still my beating heart.  Anna just seemed to think that the fact her … Continue reading

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Becoming Aware of Him.

I love Him.  Not just the Hands that provide for me.  Not just the Voice that guides me.  Not just the Arms that calm me.  I love HIM. His character.  WHO He is.  Because, He is holy, I want to … Continue reading

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It’s 2012!

Hello friends!  And, Happy New Year!  Resolving to write more this year, I decided to kick it off today. Here’s a recap of 2011 from the Takle five: John Henry.  Well, he’s just a really good kid.  His compassion for … Continue reading

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Unraveling.

There are seasons in our lives when it seems the world is caving in around us.  There are days where anything that can go wrong, does.  There are moments we are sure that one more blow is going to take … Continue reading

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Are You Satisfied?

Is it possible to accept Christ as your Savior, go to church every Sunday and still not be satisfied by Him until you meet Him face to face? Yes. Do wha?  Dusty Takle, are you saying Jesus Christ is not … Continue reading

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Geek Prayer Warrior.

Writing is a spiritual discipline for me now.  I know this.  I know this, because, I feel a sense of guilt when I don’t write.  Not a condemnation kind of guilt.  That’s not God’s style.  Rather, the kind of guilt … Continue reading

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The Hands of Time.

Fifteen months.  That’s how long it’s taken for his little hands that could barely grasp my finger become large and strong enough to hold onto these wooden rails.  It just seems like yesterday I was sharing with the world…well, you….that … Continue reading

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Emptying the Tank.

Anna:  “Mom, can people live to be 160 years old?” Me:  “I don’t think so.  It’s not the norm.” Anna:  “Well, that’s okay.  Because, really only our bodies die.  We go to heaven and God gives us a new body.” … Continue reading

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Keep Getting Out of the Boat.

In small group last night, we were talking about getting out of the boat and the risks involved.  I retold that story in Matthew where the disciples were crossing the lake and a bad Mama Jama storm hit.  I’m sure … Continue reading

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The Truth About Resentment.

Truth is. I’ve had one million things to write about. Truth is. I’ve taken zero time to write anything. It’s easy to get out of a daily routine.  A routine of exercise.  A routine of going to church on Sundays.  … Continue reading

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