Heidi Viars

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Category: devotional

  • Of Mercy and Discipline

    There are few questions I despise. One of them is, “Do you know how fast you were going, ma’am?” I knew I was busted. He was nicely tucked in at the bottom of the hill.  As soon as I passed him, he pulled out. With my eyes glued to my…

  • Living and Looking into Surrender

    This year I am doing it differently! No more resolutions. Instead I have decided to follow a movement (My One Word) that has spread throughout the country, of choosing a word for the year and living into it. I prayed about this process and asked God to reveal to me…

  • Some Awe vs. Awesome

      So often I rush about, seeking recognition, and trying to make myself indispensable and important. Resting and slowing down to see the beauty in nature seem counter cultural and counter self. But here in the rest and outside, my mind is able to chase the unfathomable, the unbelievable, and…

  • Jesus

    He healed the sick. Made deaf to hear. He cured the blind. Was God, was near. * He quenched the thirst. He filled the need. He paid for sins. Was God, did bleed. * He spat on dirt. Made holy ground From what He touched Was God, not proud. *…

  • Winter Sunrises

    “Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.” (Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.) Even in the cold and dark, You are Light and Life. My feelings don’t change that.   Even in my confusion, You are the Truth,…

  • A Treacherous Path

    I got out of the car and was looking so forward to the stillness and maybe a few good shots with my camera. Not far into the walk, I realized I was in some serious trouble. The entire path was covered in ice and looked more like a skating rink…

  • Church, Don’t Grow Cold!

    (This morning I came across this on my walk in the woods… it prompted several thoughts and prayers …) I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom: preach the word;…

  • Snow Boulders

    Here in Wisconsin each season of the year is distinct with its beauty and challenges. For a person who loves to be outside walking and hiking, winter can be harsh and downright cruel. The weather has no problem locking pour souls in cozy prison, along with their wanderlust. I don’t…

  • Listen

    I just wanted to get in and out. The store down the road was so convenient, specially for running in after supper for a quick dessert. It was getting late. I was looking forward to finishing the evening chores and getting rest. I headed straight for the produce and knew…

  • Completely Loved and Fully Known

    Just recently I had to stop in the store. Before walking in, I sensed the Lord telling me to “see people with His eyes”. I prayed and asked Him to help me with this and went into the store. As I gathered the things I needed, I was trying to…