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The Ache of Being

16th June 2025 by Courtney Jordan

By Courtney Jordan | Courthology.com Do you ever wake up — not just rise, not simply stir — but wake… into the weight of your own existence? Not just alive. Not merely breathing. But aware. Present in a room, in a city, on a street you did not choose. Present in a body stitched by … Read moreThe Ache of Being

Living with Understanding, Not Stubbornness

5th November 2024 by Courtney Jordan

An illustration inspired by Psalm 32:9, showing a gentle scene with a person standing beside a calm horse and a mule. The animals wear simple bridles, and the person holds the reins loosely, symbolizing a gentle guiding touch rather than force. The person gazes thoughtfully at the animals, representing understanding and attentiveness to guidance. In the background, soft sunlight filters through trees, suggesting peace and divine presence. This image reflects the verse's call for a receptive heart, highlighting the contrast between willing guidance and resistant stubbornness.

“Be not like a horse or a mule, without understanding, which must be curbed with bit and bridle, or it will not stay near you.” —Psalm 32:9 (ESV) God’s desire for His children is for us to live with a heart of understanding, rather than in obstinance, like a mule that resists guidance. When God … Read moreLiving with Understanding, Not Stubbornness