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“God takes everyone he loves through a desert. It is his cure for our wandering hearts, restlessly searching for a new Eden ...The best gift of the desert is God's presence... The protective love of the Shepherd gives me courage to face the interior journey.” - ― Paul E. Miller, A Praying Life: Connecting with God in a Distracting World
This quote is both moving and appropriate. Finding it is also perfectly timed. For today is the chasm between His crucifixion and resurrection.
As of this week, it is the beginning of an inner and outer journey for my husband and I. We are being called to the desert.
I have been offered, and have accepted, a full-time position in New Mexico. When I have full disclosure from my new position, I can speak more of the details. I have received my (un) official letter today, preceded by a verbal offer which came on Maundy Thursday.
In reading Luke 1:80, we know that "the child grew and became strong in spirit; and he lived in the desert until he appeared publicly to Israel." This child is not Jesus Christ, but is John the Baptist. The desert offered John the Baptist an isolation, which enhanced his spiritual growth and focused his message on God. (NIV - Life Application Study Bible)
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