FaithWalk Blog

  • The Beauty of Gods Symbiotic Creation

    by Ada Madison
    Sometimes life can be so very hard.  To the world around you it may appear as if all is well but deep inside we feel differently.  Sometimes it's just a hard day or even a hard week, but what happens when we realize we are in a very hard season?  
       I have had hard seasons that have lasted for many years and the truth is, it's exhausting.  I wonder if I'm missing something that keeps me stuck.  Sometimes the silence is deafening, but I've learned that it's in the silence that Gods presence is overwhelming near.  One thing I know for sure is He is omnipresent.  He will never leave our side.  When we are in a deep valley or time of suffering -He's there.  He's a comforter and a healer.  He's a shoulder to cry on.  He's loyal, faithful, filled with grace, mercy and unconditional love.  He's also the great physician and will stop at nothing to make sure we are healed, whole and thriving in the goodness of His creation.  He has a plan for each and every one of us.  If life has wounded your heart He will show you the source of your pain and hold you tightly as He walks you through and then out of it.  I've learned that often times the source of suffering is much deeper than we realize.

  • The Snake & the Dragonfly

    by Ada Madison

    The Snake and the Dragonfly 

    I hopped out of the car and was headed towards my front door when I saw it - a huge snake coiled up in front of me. It didn’t flinch, but rather just sat there looking at me.  Now I’m one serious wimp when it comes to snakes. I bet I beat all speed records running backwards! I clapped my hands and she just sat and stared. I got in the car and honked and she didn’t flinch. Pretty soon my neighbor guy came out to take a look at what was going on.  He was startled at her size as well. Pretty soon she casually turned and disappeared into the trees and bushes.  I learned that she was non-venomous, and most likely very pregnant.

    This morning when I came out my front door, I have to confess I was seriously cautious looking around for that snake. I hopped in my car and was just getting on to a very busy freeway when all of a sudden this huge thing buzzed me right in front of my face. My heart was pounding out of my chest! It was in my car whatever it was! Then she landed right on my steering wheel as I am surrounded by other vehicles increasing speed as we merge onto I-4. It was a large dragonfly and how in the world it got in my car I have no idea. I opened up the window now going at least 55 and she just sauntered out, like she knew what she was doing.  I was gripping that steering wheel like nobody’s business!

    Tonight I just couldn’t help but think about the two bizarre collisions I’ve had with unexpected visitors! There was something about it that I just felt the nudge to read a little bit.  God always speaks to me through His creation.  I sensed that  this was one of those times, and I was so touched by all of it, that I really felt led to share with you.  Click read more to continue