Bits of Being

thoughts on life, faith, family….and, yes, just learning to "be"

Category: Meditations

  • I Desire Mercy

    Post Views = 4120 This morning I was reflecting on Matthew 9:13 and 12:7 and Hosea 6:6, where God says, “I desire mercy and not sacrifice.” There is so much wrapped up in that small but powerful statement. God gives mercy to us as a gift. It’s up to us to unwrap that gift. And…

  • A Bright Darkness

    Post Views = 2460 There is in God (some say), a deep, but dazzling darkness.[1]   Enter this darkness, a darkness so bright you cannot see; a darkness that takes your breath away, swirling with colors and ribbons of light.   I said to my soul, be still, and let the dark come upon you…