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Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Holy Ground


Earth's crammed with heaven,
And every common bush afire with God;
But only he who sees, takes off his shoes,
The rest sit round it, and pluck blackberries. 

- Elizabeth Barret Browning
I read this quote on a beautiful blog I found today--a treasure chest of Spirit-words and thoughts so real and full of life, so like my Jesus.  I spent hours there without realizing it, my (bare) feet propped up, my cup of pumpkin tea turning cold, and the ground beef I was thawing for dinner, waiting patiently to be transformed into Sloppy Joe's.
While I listened and read, I smiled.  Cried.  Prayed.  Became immersed in this place where the Spirit of God hovers.  I didn't want to leave to cook dinner--I was already full. 
Still feeling the afterglow--my heart is warm and my face is bright with the light of it--and having our evening meal over and done with, and the dishes washed and put away, I thought I would share this gem with all of you.  

The name of the blog is Holy Experience by Ann Voskamp.  I encourage you to take off your shoes and get ready to taste and see The Holy for yourself--through the eyes of a woman who obviously lives to discover the glory of God in everything and everyone around her.

Note:  In addition to the quote, and the warmth in my heart, I borrowed the music as well--piano bliss by David Nevue.   If you like, you can check out my play-list at the end of my blog or visit David's web-site.
Enjoy!

Photo Credit: flickr - jenny downing

4 comments:

  1. Thanks for sharing that little gem... love that quote...stunning. Just found your blog today ;)

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  2. You are welcome Charissa. :) I agree-the quote is a gem in itself. I think there are a lot of us going barefoot. Thanks for stopping by. Hope to see you again. Blessings!

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  3. How heart felt and beautiful...God our refuge, our very present help in time of trouble, our Rock and our Redeemer...The light of the World and our Hope. God Bless.

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  4. Thank you, Crystal. He is ALL that...and more! :) Blessings!

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