Question

Can someone really know another person?
I once asked a couple married for many years if they knew one another and they said that there was still more to learn.

The people we "know" are from various parts of our lives: acquaintances, friends, family, and other places such as online. Maybe what we know is simply partial pictures of people. I know enough to know that I don't know everything about myself. In fact, I think God is the only one who has a clear picture and knows everything.

Forging on

Forging words of steel
Requires a lot of effort
And white-hot fire.

In my soul, O God,
Refine my heart in fire,
Let me be like you.

Reminder for me:
Temper justice with mercy
Be there, help others.

"God's alive today!"
Listen, echoes of conscience
whisper words of truth.

Friendly laughter smiles
Passing time a little while
Travel many miles.

change

Well, Mr. Google. Looking to change my blogger, eh?
It seems, in this matter, I really don't get a say.
You decided to change my account,
So that you could have it your way.

"Would you like a side of fries with that?"
...is this petty change?

peace. joy. love.

After a long hard week,
Sabbath refreshes the soul,
Renewing my heart.

Thank you, O Lord God,
Creating a clean spirit
Again, in my life.

You are my food: bread,
You are spiritual water,
We partake of you.

To You I give praise,
My Lord God, who sustains me,
Glory and honor.