90-Second Devotions
By Tandy Balson
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In our jam-packed schedules, we often miss what God wants to teach us. Tandy Balson looks at the ordinary things of everyday life and focuses your thoughts on a deeper spiritual meaning - in only ninety seconds.
In a world where being “triggered” has mostly negative connotations, Tandy Balson blesses us and glorifies God when something triggers an insight or emotion in her. Tandy has a rare gift for observation. Things in nature, social interactions, casual comments, everyday situations, are all subject to her attention and her exploration of their deeper spiritual significance. We all see the same things Tandy does, but few of us perceive what she sees. Her writing reveals that many commonplace things could easily be the still small whisperings of the Spirit communicating the depths of God’s revelation of Himself to us. - Ron Hughes, author of “Living at the End of the Rope” and program director of HopeStreamRadio.
Tandy Balson
Tandy Balson is a wife, mother, grandmother, friend, volunteer and observer of life. He mission is to bring a fresh perspective to everyday things. Find out more at www.timewithtandy.com
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90-Second Devotions - Tandy Balson
From the Outdoors
From the ODo Your Roots Show?
There are many variations of roots. Some are exposed; while others are well-hidden.
Near the end of a walk, I encountered an area where several trees had exposed roots. These roots seemed to reach from one to the next as if providing stepping stones. My husband was not surprised when I asked him to stop so I could take a picture.
I wondered if these roots had a greater meaning to impart. I carried on, knowing the message would be revealed as I prayed for clarity.
Thoughts that came to mind were of my life being rooted in Jesus. When my roots run deep, I can stand strong and tall.
As well as reaching deep, some evidence of my roots needs to be exposed for all to see. The visible portion will form the stepping stones to lead others to Jesus. This will happen more readily when I allow myself to be open and vulnerable. I can tell of my reliance on Him and what He has done in my life.
Reflecting on this, I believe it is a good thing to let my roots show.
And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. (Ephesians 3:17b-19 NIV)
Hiding in Plain View
My husband and I were walking along the beach when he suddenly stopped and looked at the sand behind him. He pointed to a small crab. It was not moving and blended well with the surroundings, making it difficult to see.
I commented on his good vision. He said his foot had brushed the crab and he’d felt the scurry. He had stopped to see what had caused this sensation.
For the crab, being able to hide in plain view is a method of protection. This ability helps keep it safe from predators.
I thought of how I have used this method of protection in my life. This has happened when I’ve been in uncomfortable situations or ones in which I feel threatened. At these times I tend to withdraw and do my best to blend into the background. In effect, I attempt to make myself invisible to those around me.
The result is a feeling of isolation. This is not what I want and is definitely not comfortable.
When I remember