Abiding in Christ. Walking by faith.

Tag: His Word

Forgiven

Forgiven little? Loving little.

Simon invites Jesus to a meal in his home. Holding Him at arm’s length. Studying the Master.

And in the midst of critical scrutiny, he foregoes the most basic act of hospitality.

Washing the feet of his guest.

Hard-hearted Pharaoh.

Plague after plague,

he refuses the request

or goes back on his word.

Then.

Misery yields his

sudden

confession of sin. [Exodus 10:16-17]

Trees. Luminous in the forest. As the dying begins.

Letting go. Piece by piece. Leaf by leaf.

Orange. Yellow. Red.

Beautiful. And certain.

Seasons change.