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1. #He will keep in perfect peace those whose minds skin
2. #He will keep in perfect peace those whose minds series

It was a powerful moment.Īgain, back to the scripture from Isaiah 26:3-4: “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Bible verses related to Isaiah 26:3 (similar cross-references) Psalms 9:10 - And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, LORD, hast not forsaken them that seek thee. The entire room hushed, and there were tears in the eyes of the staff. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

Then my mum placed her hand on the woman’s head and audibly prayed for her. But mum – who knew the new resident – stopped where she was, called her by name, took her hand, and encouraged her. I took dad back to his room so we could visit quietly. I believe this story tells it all: When we arrived at dad’s assisted living the other day, a new resident was distressed and in tears – inconsolable. I am particularly pleased with these photographs because I believe they capture both the truth about beauty and the truth about how hard it all is. What we want is not always what is best, and what is best is seldom what anyone is hoping for.

#He will keep in perfect peace those whose minds series

The truth is also that life is not easy, and that taking care of people in the 90’s is at best a series of struggles, trade-offs, compromises, and carefully weighted decisions. So let me state, with absolute conviction, that David and Grace Maul are in every way beautiful, and that their journey into the nineties is one of grace and richness and unparalleled artistry. But at the same time it’s important that I support that truth with words. It is obvious to me that the evidence of aging equals beauty and character and wisdom and more. This is why I always think seriously before publishing photographs of my parents. The perfect peace is something we desire, because it completes us. As he keeps us in peace, continually caring for us, we keep to the path of righteousness, a level ground.

#He will keep in perfect peace those whose minds skin

I want to preface this post by saying how important it is to me that I treat subjects with respect when I capture an image.Īt the same time, the power of story and the impact of a photograph both require truth, and there is little truth left when we limit the story to sunshine and rainbows, platitudes, air-brushed skin tones or flattering angles. God keeps in perfect peace us whose mind is stayed on him because we trust in him.