Friday, March 29 2024 - 5:01 AM

Karen Spruill

writes from Orlando, Florida.

Rest from Response

cell phone

Having returned from my first transcontinental journey, I have a lot to get used to again. Besides being with good friends and awesome scenery, I …

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In the Middle

old calendar

I am part of a privileged generation born in the middle of the 20th century. I have known people born in three centuries! My grandparents …

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Welcome Home

welcome mat and sandals

Just this morning in the pre-dawn darkness, I hugged my son and daughter-in-law goodbye for a long journey to South America. Their car will stay …

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Crazy God

airport

Last weekend, we were sharing a meal with a group of friends, and we began to tell flights-gone-wrong stories. My husband related several in which …

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The Seeing-Eye God

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Several weeks ago during my morning quiet time, I prayed for God to show up somewhere and make Himself evident. I talk to Him most …

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Necessary Endings

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When we come to the end of a calendar year, we naturally think about endings. Of course, there are many calendars depending upon your religion, …

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My Slow Movement

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“Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry” (James 1:19 NIV). At points in my life, I have been …

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Leading with Presence

playing Chess

While reading in a devotional book, I came across some of the philosophy of Rabbi Edwin Friedman, who was also a specialist in family systems. …

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He Will Carry You

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For the past nine weeks, I have been very busy caring for my new puppy. It had been almost 16 years since we had a …

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On the Wild Side

dog hanging out window of car

We often visit several local parks as a special adventure for our car-ride-loving dog. All three of us need the walks when we arrive, and …

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