Monthly Archives: September 2012

On Word, Law and Life: 2

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Tom Bolton

  Blessed in the Way Born pure, we young struggle and rot, seeking pristine purity, blessed in the Way, this Word. Breathing in this book, this blessed, blessed Word, I try, try, try to stay on the narrow path, teetering, … Continue reading →

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Hunger

Posted on September 15, 2012 by Tom Bolton

I wrote this short poem during a fast day.  It is where I was that day. I Hunger Away from the paths I usually walk, I hunger. My mind clear, grains green all around me, I open my heart, my … Continue reading →

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To Always be Walking With Those Who are Always With Us

Posted on September 15, 2012 by Tom Bolton

I wrote this poem during my devotions on September 14. I am thinking about the balance between being with and supporting those who have special needs of many sorts, and truly supporting them as they take risks and grow.    Always … Continue reading →

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Jena Nardella’s Excellent Prayer for America

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Tom Bolton

I was much inspired by Jena Nardella’s prayer on September 4, 2012.  It is a good model    for persons of faith who also actively follow and participate in political happenings in America and beyond.  I am reprinting the text of … Continue reading →

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On Word, Law and Life: 1

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Tom Bolton

  This was the first stanza of my winter devotions in response to Psalm 119. I wrote these verses in December through February as I meditated on Psalm 119. As I am preparing to resume my Disciple Bible class, I am thinking … Continue reading →

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Strong and Courageous, Joshua

Posted on September 8, 2012 by Tom Bolton

Strong and Courageous How can I be strong and courageous when I feel so small? My God is with me wherever I go,      and yet I forget. I am dismayed I am less than. I am unable. I … Continue reading →

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Take Heart

Posted on September 7, 2012 by Tom Bolton

Humura Take heart beautiful one. In our Father’s eye, you are beautiful and whole. From brokenness, you are restored when you speak to God.     By grace, you are restored. Hopeful, may you be filled with joy. In our … Continue reading →

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