The Gentle Work Beneath the Surface I have a CD entitled The Unseen Stream by Troy Donockley. Being an instrumental album, it can be difficult to determine what the artist meant by that title. I think of the unseen stream as being the gentle ever-flowing work of the Holy Spirit. Although his work is gentle, almost unnoticeable, it has much power and is very effective in its purpose. The Changing Rhythms of His Work There have been times in my life when the work of the Holy Spirit was visible, not only to others, but to me as well—more like a raging river, cutting out new places both wide and deep. However, I am in a time when the work is silent and almost invisible. Many people are very familiar with this. It seems boring and at times like God is not really present at all. It is true that as we grow older in relationship with the Father we learn to trust whatever He chooses to do, both in the bold and in the weak seasons. So, I too am growing...