Therefore, my brothers and sisters, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord in this way, dear friends! (Philippians 4:1)
Bible Doodle: Friends
Writing Assignment: Visiting Mom
I’m taking an online class through thehabit.co on writing techniques used by C.S. Lewis in The Silver Chair. Our assignment a few weeks ago was to write a scene of conversation in with what was said was secondary, misunderstood, or just a backdrop. I knew what I wanted to write immediately, but tried to think… Read More
Prayer for the First Day of 2024
Almighty God, we come to you in prayer, You are the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth. You made us, and we are Yours. (Psalm 100:3) You made each one of us as eternal beings— knitting together all the delicate, inner parts of our bodies in our mothers’ wombs. [Psalm 139:13] Thank you for creating… Read More
Any Life But This One!
What if you could wave a wand and erase all the circumstances in your life that you’re unhappy with? Wouldn’t that be great? Let’s continue with the wand idea, but this time, apply it to a lovely little girl Gabriella. Once you read through the outline of her life, you have five minutes to wave… Read More
Bible Doodle: Psalm 121:1-2
Last week family members and I spent time in the mountains. It is the place where I feel God’s presence most fully. Citing my picture sources: Doing something creative is my favorite! And I love visuals–not only do they help me learn, but they take me places in my mind. I also use them to… Read More
She Planted Seeds of Faith and Music
Our mother lived 99½ years on this earth and is now enjoying the timelessness of eternity with God in heaven. I praise God for His design of this woman and thank Him for her presence in our lives. Born the sixth child of immigrant farmers, Mom grew with her roots firmly planted in block NW… Read More
Breathe on Me
I was sleeping at my daughter’s house, and in the middle of the night I heard footsteps. The clicking nails of dog paws traveled from the front door, through the hall, and into her bedroom. They paused a moment, then made another circle from the front to the back door. I knew it was Alan,… Read More
Kathleen S Evenhouse 