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Feb 26
2 min

Your Wonderful Senses: Touching

Sometimes 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
2 min

Your Wonderful Senses: Tasting

Our 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
2 min

Your Wonderful Senses: Seeing

Our physical senses are portals through which we can experience spiritual awe. Paying attention to our vision can literally open our eyes...

Dec 18, 2020
2 min

Shining Light in the Darkness at Christmas and Beyond

Christmas lights inspire wonder because they symbolize the hope we have through Jesus, the light of the world.

Nov 20, 2020
2 min

Giving Thanks in All Circumstances

Pursuing wonder expands our perspective so we can shift our focus from our changing circumstances to God’s unchanging love.

Aug 28, 2020
2 min

Grow Wonder in a Garden

A garden puts us in touch with nature in a primal way, evoking awe in our souls.

Jul 17, 2020
2 min

Wonder Walks that Bring You Peace

Feeling peace helps us relax, which helps us notice the everyday miracles around us and experience awe.

Jun 19, 2020
2 min

Wonder Walks that Excite You

You can experience awe on a wonder walk in many ways. One of those ways is by pursuing excitement as you walk.

Jun 5, 2020
2 min

Conversations with Our Diverse Family

From 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, 2020
3 min

Enjoying Humor at a Serious Time

Humor can strengthen us at this serious time by connecting us with wonder.

Mar 28, 2020
3 min

Welcome to the Wake Up to Wonder Blog

This new blog will wake you up to the wonder that God wants you to enjoy. That's especially vital now, during the coronavirus epidemic....

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