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this feels fitting:Friendship with Jesus
Reflection Melanie Nixon Reflection Melanie Nixon

this feels fitting:Friendship with Jesus

As the counting down or up to Christmas has arrived, the remembrance and celebration of Jesus’ coming to incarnate God’s presence for us, this feels fitting to have surfaced, the imagery and theme of Friendship with Jesus arising from within. And without. As I sit this morning making…

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Prayer: Plant my feet
Resting Melanie Nixon Resting Melanie Nixon

Prayer: Plant my feet

Two Prayer Practices: Music and Visio Divina

In the fullness of your day, the invitation is to give yourself time to be still for a moment and pray through the gentleness of LISTENING.

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Simply Deep: awe
Reflection Melanie Nixon Reflection Melanie Nixon

Simply Deep: awe

“Anyone can cultivate the capacity to marvel.”

—Annabel Streets

Take a moment to close your eyes and notice what appears in your imagination. 

What is captivating you ?

In 52 Ways to Walk, Annabel Streets gives a most encouraging exploration into sublime walking and awe; a neuroscience reality. Her writing on this topic is fascinating. Awe is offered; it is proven by…

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