Tag Archives: compassion

Close Encounters of the COVID-19 Kind

Posted on December 3, 2020 by jwfisch

Linn, from our Catch community writes, “When you know someone who has died, or a friend has lost a loved one, or you know someone who is working in a COVID-19 ICU, the reality sinks in deeper. I know someone … Continue reading →

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While the heart of the world is breaking

Posted on December 2, 2020 by jwfisch

When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. Mark 6:34 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion. Colossians 3:12 While the heart of … Continue reading →

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A better way to His heart

Posted on July 3, 2020 by jwfisch

“If you meet that poor wretch that thrust his spear into my side, tell him there is another way — a better way — to get at my heart. If he will repent, and look upon the one he has … Continue reading →

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Spiritual first responders

Posted on May 6, 2020 by jwfisch

Empathy: to step into someone else’s shoes and feel what they feel. If you missed our BlogTalkRadio interview with Doug Stevens last night, I urge you, if your boots are on the ground anywhere, to listen to the podcast at … Continue reading →

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‘… and also many animals’

Posted on December 5, 2019 by jwfisch

I woke up yesterday morning to find that Emily, one of our Chihuahuas and the smallest one at barely five pounds, had died in her sleep. It wasn’t a surprise. In fact, a daily dose of steroids was what kept … Continue reading →

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No longer dodging Jesus

Posted on August 30, 2017 by jwfisch

I understand why Marti is asking that I stop avoiding conflict. How can I sing a new song of deliverance to those who have no hope, if, at the same time, I insist on remaining comfortable among those who do? … Continue reading →

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What I learned at the DMV

Posted on June 6, 2016 by jwfisch

Chandler, our 16-year-old son, recently got his learner’s driving permit. To do so he had to pass a written test of 46 multiple choice questions. We were concerned about the test because Chandler has challenges reading due to a learning … Continue reading →

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Baby whisperer

Posted on January 5, 2016 by jwfisch

I love this picture. It’s been around so you’ve probably already seen it, but I want to comment on it today. I haven’t seen this as much as Marti has, but she tells me that on at least a couple … Continue reading →

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