September 2011 – The Thinking Christian Woman

Free as a bird – a dream come true

Sep 222011

Mourning doves frequent this yard, often scratching for fallen seed in the soft ground under the bird feeder. They grace the days with their gentle, drawn-out calls.

Working at the desk recently, just steps from the bird feeder, with office door open and heard a strange flapping sound. Twice thought the neighbors were working on something. The third time, stepped out to investigate.

Two doves immediately took flight, their wings whistling, leaving their stricken comrade, seemingly trapped.

Got a towel, gently covered its head and wings for calm control, then discovered one foot twisted up in frayed landscape fabric.

With scissors and knife, I unraveled the fabric and liberated the foot, while my fine feathered friend remained calm and trusting in my thin towel grasp.

Once all traces of bondage were removed, I released the patient, who quickly flew to a nearby wire, then out of sight.

“This day in history” – sometimes I like to read the current date’s journal entry from previous years. Last year around this time I had a dream in which a peregrine falcon got his foot caught in something and was frantically trying to fly away. I knew helping him barehanded could be dangerous, so I got a towel, gloves and goggles and determined to speak gently to him, cover him with the towel (something my nature-savvy brother Max taught me), and free the foot.

Lord – first You had me dream it, then You had me actually do it – What does this mean? I’m listening!

I know that sometimes, even when we’re just going along minding our own business, we can get so tangled up in things that we need someone to help us unravel the mess and regain our freedom (a la Lazarus and the grave clothes).

Do you have any thoughts or insights you’d be willing to share about what the love messages from the Lord might be in this dream and experience? I’d appreciate hearing!

Sequence Failed Continuity

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Sep 112011

Here on the 10th anniversary of the sinister and brutal attacks that took the lives of 2,977 victims (including citizens of more than 70 countries) in New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia, we are immersed in words, images and memories from that horrific day.

Are you hungry for a positive twist during this time of remembrance? Do you long to make each day count for eternity? Do you have 15 minutes to be moved and inspired?

Click the link for a video of pilot Steve Scheibner who was to be first officer on American Airlines Flight 11 (first to crash into the WTC) but who was bumped from that fateful flight by a more senior pilot.

In My Seat

I’d love to hear your thoughts after you view Steve’s story and testimony.

Let’s hold each day dear, hold our loved ones close, and hold tightly to the hand of the One who has everything well in hand.

God bless you and your loved ones. And yes, even in view of our many faults, but in recognition of the faith of our godly founders and the many godly patriots today, and for His own glory, may God continue to bless America.

“The eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him.”

2 Chronicles 16:9

btw – “Sequence Failed Continuity” is airline code for a flight that does not reach its destination, in case you choose not to watch the video.

God so loved the world

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Sep 052011

My parents had a vision and a passion for sharing the Good News about Jesus the Christ with the whole world. They started out wanting to be missionaries, and ended up equipping foreign and national missionaries on a far broader scope than ever could have been realized serving in one mission post.

My father traveled to over 120 countries (there are currently about 196 countries in the world) researching and filming evangelistic audio visuals for Ken Anderson Films and International Films. My mother and various siblings sometimes accompanied and assisted him.

I remember seeing my father lay his hands on a globe of the world and pray for everyone at one time, trusting that God knew individual needs. Visitors from around the world were frequent guests in our home. We were raised to be world Christians.

During college, rather than accept Walt Disney World’s offer of a dream summer job, I toured Mexico, Central and South America with Sports Evangelism’s women’s basketball team. While our opponents rested during half-time, we presented God’s love through music, talent and testimonies.

My family’s vision continues today in the form of InterComm, a non-profit ministry that works with national Christians around the world to translate existing Ken Anderson Films audio-visuals into their heart language.

I have traveled to 17 countries and seen first-hand some of the ways God’s Spirit is fulfilling a worldwide mandate. This website is one expression of my desire for people around the world to experience, and share about, God’s love.

So far, the Thinking Christian Woman has received visitors from Australia, Brazil, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, India, Jamaica, Latvia, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Serbia, Slovakia, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and the United States.

If your country isn’t listed, please leave a comment and let us know where you’re visiting from.

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