One must be willing to accept unknowns and risks to enjoy the benefits of exploring new places. Staying put feels infinitely easier and safer. By remaining in place, we believe we can maintain the stability of our comfortable routines and avoid unexpected pitfalls inherent to traveling. But the truth is that whether we physically travel or not, we are always on the move, like herded sheep.
Read MoreThroughout the Bible, God refers to himself as our Shepherd, as does Jesus in the New Testament. But shepherd is just one of many metaphors God uses to help us understand him and our relationship with him. Of all the metaphors in the Bible that he could have referenced in the birth announcement, why did he choose to highlight this one?
Read MoreIn 2021, a group kayaking off the coast of Scotland noticed a lone sheep at the bottom of a steep slope on an isolated, rocky beach. The creature followed them along the shoreline, plaintively bleating as they glided past.
Read MoreSheep can become cast on their backs in several ways, and so can we. In the spiritual realm, casting is a state of being discouraged in one’s soul.
Read MoreWe don’t develop separation anxiety - we are born with it. But the unease and stress that comes when we lose earthly loves – not just people, but beloved pets and even treasured comfort objects – illuminates our most significant need and longing.
Read MoreIt’s no wonder God compares people to sheep so often in the Bible. We share many common traits. One of them is that we are built for community.
Read MoreIn 2004, a merino sheep was discovered in New Zealand, hiding in a cave, covered with 60 pounds of wool! In Shrek’s story, I see myself: hiding in the cave of my mind, hoarding worries and problems.
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