Into the Unknown- Look, See, Pray
December 22, 2022
Would you want to go inside? Most sensible people prefer to look on from a safe distance! It is really dangerous to enter such a cave. … More Into the Unknown- Look, See, Pray
Author: richardthebaptist
Retired, married to Juliet, and a Christian who loves books, writing, music, nature, gardening, and photography. I'm exploring prayer and spirituality, using my photos to reflect on God and how faith fits into real life: and I hope to stimulate and encourage others to meet with Jesus. Health really matters- and you value it most when there is a risk of losing it! I was unexpectedly diagnosed with colonic cancer, and had successful surgery late in 2019. Love the NHS, God bless them). I am still living with a life-changing condition of fibromyalgia and trying to support others with this illness and other "invisible illnesses." Life has been changed but hope burns eternal. Faith has a deep relevance in good times and tough ones, in sickness and in health. God has been good in my life and has been with me in all these varied experiences.
At the End of a Perfect Day- Look, See, Pray
December 16, 2022
My memories of today will warm me from the inside- compensation for the chill of the air bringing frost to my fingertips! … More At the End of a Perfect Day- Look, See, Pray
First Frost- Look, See, Pray
December 8, 2022
First frosty morning of the winter- and the artist of the Earth re-painted my roses with delicate crystals. What a beautiful moment to start the day! If only I could train myself to spot these gifts of beauty and life… That’s where to start. By letting the desire take shape, choosing to allow my eyes … More First Frost- Look, See, Pray
Mont St Michel – Look, See, Pray
December 1, 2022
Not too long ago, the highest building in the UK and Europe were ALL cathedrals, abbeys and churches; God above all. … More Mont St Michel – Look, See, Pray
Piercing Eyes – Look, See, Pray
November 25, 2022
It became a matter of trust- would I hold still and believe the falconer who said “They never miss” with a twinkling eye and smile… … More Piercing Eyes – Look, See, Pray
Just Over the Ridge- Look, See, Pray
November 10, 2022
“Just over the ridge,” they said.
So we went. … More Just Over the Ridge- Look, See, Pray
Fountains- Look, See, Pray
November 3, 2022
May we be thankful, rejoicing in the Source of all grace and Love.
May Your living waters restore our souls and satisfy our thirst for You.
In You is our delight- and You delight in us. … More Fountains- Look, See, Pray
Proper fed up… Look, See, Pray
October 27, 2022
Being powerless to influence or control our circumstances is a serious cause of angst. This may be the constant antics and follies of politicians- or the endless question “Why?” by a three year old. … More Proper fed up… Look, See, Pray
Lord, Have Mercy- Look, See, Pray
October 20, 2022
“Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.” … More Lord, Have Mercy- Look, See, Pray
A Way… Look, See, Pray
October 13, 2022
Our attitude to challenges is important. If we are defeated before we try, why try? Or we adopt Hannibal’s determination and find a way- and if we can’t find one, we will do our best to make one! … More A Way… Look, See, Pray
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