Kathleen S Evenhouse
Writing With Vision
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging. (Psalm 46:1-3) Refuge is not abstract, but deeply personal. God is my refuge and strength. I know this… Read More
What is the foundation of your life? Where is your safe place? Who do you turn to? There is none like God, Jeshurun, riding to your rescue through the skies, his dignity haloed by clouds.The ancient God is home on a foundation of everlasting arms.He drove out the enemy before you and commanded, “Destroy!”Israel lived securely, the fountain of Jacob… Read More
I don’t have to get up on my own strength–the Lord gives me a handAnd the light, His light shines out from within me.
Unless you are a farmer or a bird-watcher, you may not be familiar with this concept. When danger or weather threatens, the parent bird covers her chicks to keep them safe and warm. Read this Psalm and picture yourself safe and cozy, tucked under the protection of the God of the universe. We praise you,… Read More
My dad died over 20 years ago but for the last week he’s been on my mind. We’d been hiking with children and grandchildren in the Colorado mountains. Growing up, my family’s favorite camping spots were in mountains. We loved to hike, and my dad was one enthusiastic trekker. Back home, the fond memories continued to… Read More
We are so wrapped up in arguing about the state of immigration in the United States, it’s hard to take on the weight of the crisis in Europe. Hearing about it brings to mind the following questions: Are there commonalities in these situations? Should the urgency and realities of one affect our attitude about the other? Ben Huberman… Read More
God’s promise in Psalm 46 says: God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. You tell me, “But I prayed for help. I cried out on my knees and through my tears for help and no help came.” Could it be true? I know that God always keeps his promises–that… Read More
Kathleen S Evenhouse 