Jul 29, 20212 minWonder and the Olympics: Olympic StrengthAll athletes at the Tokyo Olympics have fascinating life stories. Often, their stories of growing as athletes are also stories of growing...
Jul 11, 20212 minWonder and the Olympics: Using TalentsThe summer Olympics in Tokyo features talented people from a diverse variety of sports: crowd favorites like gymnastics and swimming, fun...
Jun 25, 20212 minDiscover Wonder through OceansOceans challenge us to expand our perspective beyond ourselves, which leads us to wonder. Psalm 104:25 describes the ocean’s...
Jun 19, 20212 minDiscover Wonder through FlowersFlowers make our minds blossom with awe. Any flower we see can lead us to wonder by reminding us of what flowers symbolize: beauty, fun,...
Jun 12, 20213 minDiscover Wonder through TreesTrees, which often stand taller than us and live longer than us, expand our perspective. They inspire wonder by symbolizing wisdom,...
May 21, 20213 minDiscover Wonder through RocksRocks set history in stone and remind us of important stories. They symbolize stability, reliability, trust, and gratitude. In prayer and...
May 7, 20213 minDiscover Wonder through Water Water can splash wonder into our lives. It symbolizes reflection, clarity, cleansing, renewal, and the gift of life. Here are some prayer...
Feb 26, 20212 minYour Wonderful Senses: TouchingSometimes when I need a reminder of God’s rock-solid trustworthiness, I touch a stone from the Sea of Galilee that I bought on a...
Feb 12, 20212 minYour Wonderful Senses: TastingOur taste buds can lead us to wonder as we enjoy various foods and drinks. Each different taste we encounter can inspire us with...
Jan 1, 20212 minYour Wonderful Senses: SeeingOur physical senses are portals through which we can experience spiritual awe. Paying attention to our vision can literally open our eyes...
Dec 18, 20202 minShining Light in the Darkness at Christmas and BeyondChristmas lights inspire wonder because they symbolize the hope we have through Jesus, the light of the world.
Nov 20, 20202 minGiving Thanks in All CircumstancesPursuing wonder expands our perspective so we can shift our focus from our changing circumstances to God’s unchanging love.
Aug 28, 20202 minGrow Wonder in a GardenA garden puts us in touch with nature in a primal way, evoking awe in our souls.
Jul 17, 20202 minWonder Walks that Bring You PeaceFeeling peace helps us relax, which helps us notice the everyday miracles around us and experience awe.
Jun 19, 20202 minWonder Walks that Excite YouYou can experience awe on a wonder walk in many ways. One of those ways is by pursuing excitement as you walk.
Jun 5, 20202 minConversations with Our Diverse FamilyFrom God’s perspective, we’re one human family of diverse and equally valuable souls. Conversations with each other can remind us of that.
May 22, 20203 minEnjoying Humor at a Serious TimeHumor can strengthen us at this serious time by connecting us with wonder.
Mar 28, 20203 minWelcome to the Wake Up to Wonder BlogThis new blog will wake you up to the wonder that God wants you to enjoy. That's especially vital now, during the coronavirus epidemic....