A way in the wilderness and streams in the desert

Dear Friends,

It has been just over a year since I started "notes on a Sunday morning". This was something that had been on my heart for years, and yet I never felt it was the right time to start. There was always an excuse; not enough time, not knowing enough or not having the right words. But when it comes down to it, not starting was most likely a result of fear. A fear of being vulnerable (sharing my thoughts and weaknesses out there), and a fear of failure.

In the end I decided to just go for it, because I felt God tugging on my heart telling me to just go, and see what He would do. I also decided that it was better to give it go and have failed, than to have never tried at all. And so, I took the plunge.

I had to learn to start a website and a blog. I had to be intentional in praying and thinking through what to write each month, so that in whatever small way, it may be an encouragement to a reader wherever they were and whatever they may be going through. I try to use my own images, and so I have had to be more intentional in capturing images that tell a story (I still have a long way to go). Most of all, I have had to listen to my own reflections and take action.

Looking back now, I am so glad I took that step. I am so grateful for each one of you, who clicked to read, for the love and encouragement, for the critical feedback, and for keeping me accountable when I have been quiet for too long.

So, what is ahead of us in the new year? My vision is to continue to have this space for reflection, encouragement, and growth in our Christian walk, without a sermon.

In this world, life can feel chaotic. One can feel lost as in a wilderness, and one can feel parched as in a desert. My hope is that we can together point to the path in the wilderness and the streams in the desert as we do this journey together. That each one of us would be able to encourage and hold someone else’s hand along this journey. That new and beautiful things would be birthed as we walk this path together. I am inspired by what God says in Isaiah:

Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert

Isaiah 43:19

As we continue this journey, I would love to hear from you! What would you like to see more of? What was your favorite post? Are there topics you’d like us to delve into? What thoughts or ideas do you have for notes on a Sunday morning? Nothing is too small, too big or too crazy! Do feel free to drop them in the comments section or send me an email.

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Truly, I am excited for what lies ahead. What a difference a year makes….

Yours,