“Where shall the word be found, where will the word
Resound? Not here, there is not enough silence . . .
Teach us to care and not to care
Teach us to sit still . . .” (T.S. Eliot in “Ash Wednesday“)
so that our words may be “grounded in silence.” (Richard Foster)
Word Count: 40
Inspired by Richard Foster‘s session titled “The Humiliation of the Word in Our Day,” Festival of Faith and Writing 2014
Today’s Reading: Hebrews 8 – 13
In the stillness,
Sandy
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I love these photos!
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Sandra,
great photo and a great 40 words 🙂
Thanks, dear Dolly.
The Word most definitely “resounds” in the peaceful stillness of this beautiful place, Sandra. Thank you.
Learning, step by step, to “throw off everything that hinders.” What an encouraging verse…
God bless,
HBHW
And as we throw them off, we need to be careful not to trip over them. 😉
It’s much easier to run a race without extra weight.
Have a beautiful weekend, my friend. xox
I did, Patricia. I got home about 8 yesterday afternoon from the Festival of Faith and Writing. Then Dennis and I went out for dinner. Then I fell into bed. Today’s been lazy after church. I hope you’ve had a beautiful weekend. xo
recognizing and turning from distractions to follow the call –
definitely part of this Lenten pilgrimage…
And I am she who is easily distracted. 🙂
Such joy. Thank you, dear one. xo
Love to you, Sheila.
Such gorgeous photos! Thanks for hosting & God bless!
Bless you, Laurie. I hope you’ve had a restful weekend.
These are beautiful photos! I have so enjoyed this series! Blessings!
Thank you, Joanne, and I’m so glad. I run out of days today (Sunday), so I’m trying something a little different on Monday. 🙂
Beautiful pictures, Sandy! Learning when to care and not to care … a deep lesson … Yet His gentle voice i guiding all along.
That phrase has me thinking, Nina… to care and not to care.
You are right – there is not enough silence for things to grow deeply, truly – things steep in the silence – become richer, recognized. Thought-provoking quotes Sandra:)
“Things steep in the silence.” Rich words, friend.
That’s five words! I may need to use that phrase this week. 😉
Love this, Sandy! The Lord has been bringing me back to Hebrews all week, and now here it is again. Beautiful 🙂
I love when He does that. Hugs to you, Lyli.