Kenny's articles are always inspiring. I appreciate him giving us a glimpse into his thought processes —learning to surrender and see God's mercy and goodness has also been my answer, especially when my expected green pastures disappeared.
I teared up at the thought of God pursuing me with goodness and mercy. I feel that. Even more moving was this thought: "The house of the Lord is the destination and reward for a life of surrender to the shepherd. The question is begged: Which house am I dwelling in? One built by my hands and effort or the Shepherd’s." I am nothing if not self-sufficient. The older I get, the more I appreciate that characteristic, but I also realize the downside: I often leave little room for God to build my house because I fail to see the need for His "assistance." Nice reminder to take a step back and reassess my efforts vs God's design.
Thank you, Kenny. Such a beautiful way to think of my faithful and loving Father... pursuing me with goodness and mercy. He has and will always have my back, even when I am feeling my most downtrodden.
What a refreshing and encouraging perspective, Kenny. Your faithful and positive attitude through your cancer journey continue to inspire me. Psalm 23 has been a favorite of mine, but you've deepened its message for me. Thank you.
Wow! What a beautiful and inspirational post! Thanks so much for sharing your wisdom in finding joy on the journey- even a very hard one. Your surrender, trust, and joy jump off the page...a faithful reminder and an upward call as we navigate life on earth and the pilgrimage home.
Kenny, this is so inspiring and convicting. Your determination to be surrendered and look for grace and mercy helps me understand how to navigate valleys spiritually. You and Patty set a high bar-- thank you!
Thank you so much for sharing these again Patty. So wonderful to read them again and to ponder the fact that we don't stay in the green pastures all the time. Our expectations can cause us unnecessary pain and keep us from enjoying the other places and things God wants to give us, as Kenny describes. It is priceless to hear his voice as he reads his writing and means so much as we grieve. Thank you again and thank you to Kenny for sharing his insights helping prepare us. Thank you also to our dear friend Patty Shuster and her example of grace and loving support for her husband. ❤️
Kenny's articles are always inspiring. I appreciate him giving us a glimpse into his thought processes —learning to surrender and see God's mercy and goodness has also been my answer, especially when my expected green pastures disappeared.
I teared up at the thought of God pursuing me with goodness and mercy. I feel that. Even more moving was this thought: "The house of the Lord is the destination and reward for a life of surrender to the shepherd. The question is begged: Which house am I dwelling in? One built by my hands and effort or the Shepherd’s." I am nothing if not self-sufficient. The older I get, the more I appreciate that characteristic, but I also realize the downside: I often leave little room for God to build my house because I fail to see the need for His "assistance." Nice reminder to take a step back and reassess my efforts vs God's design.
Thank you, Kenny. Such a beautiful way to think of my faithful and loving Father... pursuing me with goodness and mercy. He has and will always have my back, even when I am feeling my most downtrodden.
What a refreshing and encouraging perspective, Kenny. Your faithful and positive attitude through your cancer journey continue to inspire me. Psalm 23 has been a favorite of mine, but you've deepened its message for me. Thank you.
Wow! What a beautiful and inspirational post! Thanks so much for sharing your wisdom in finding joy on the journey- even a very hard one. Your surrender, trust, and joy jump off the page...a faithful reminder and an upward call as we navigate life on earth and the pilgrimage home.
Kenny, this is so inspiring and convicting. Your determination to be surrendered and look for grace and mercy helps me understand how to navigate valleys spiritually. You and Patty set a high bar-- thank you!
I love that the word “follow” in this passage means “pursue”. The God of all comfort pursues us in our journey….what a privilege!
Thank you so much for sharing these again Patty. So wonderful to read them again and to ponder the fact that we don't stay in the green pastures all the time. Our expectations can cause us unnecessary pain and keep us from enjoying the other places and things God wants to give us, as Kenny describes. It is priceless to hear his voice as he reads his writing and means so much as we grieve. Thank you again and thank you to Kenny for sharing his insights helping prepare us. Thank you also to our dear friend Patty Shuster and her example of grace and loving support for her husband. ❤️