Happenings (page 11)

Prayer is sitting open before the Lord and allowing God to shower us with whatever gifts or insights He chooses.

Sheep are defenseless creatures. They do not have claws or loud howls. Sheep can run fast or fly away when danger comes.

Two invitations brought them to hearts burning with hope. It took two invitations for them to recognize Jesus. First, Jesus asks to walk with them, and then they ask Jesus to stay with them.

Mercy is what links us as a human family. It is the common bond for our world, the glue that has the potential to hold us together. If only we could recognize and unleash its power.

Easter is knowing that no matter what happens, we are held in the arms of God and raised from what pains us to new life.