**In honor of “Random Acts of Poetry Day” being celebrated on the first Wednesday of October, this poem (and some backstory), influenced by the Twenty-Third Psalm and my “Silent September.”** “He leads me beside quiet
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Tag: Fire starter
But Did You… Pray?
But did you die? I recently saw this on a bumper sticker on the back of a pickup truck, and I chuckled. I understood its meaning. In other words, as long as one survived this-or-that—lived
Read moreMake Heaven Crowded
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord… (2 Timothy 1:7-8a NIV). Make heaven
Read moreThe Sprout of Faith
If you have faith as small as a mustard seed… ” (Matthew 17:20). I couldn’t believe it! There, inside the tiny glass-dome bauble dangling from my charm bracelet, a green sprout grew. I rubbed my
Read moreWindows and Wallflowers
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed (John 8:36 NIV). *Wallflower–a flower symbolizing faithfulness in adversity.* “I just want to be… normal.” That’s what I said to myself more times
Read moreHeroes Among Us
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose (Romans 8:28–NIV). “I had a plan…” The young woman’s voice
Read moreMe, A Mighty Hero?
“The angel of the Lord appeared to him and said, ‘Mighty hero, the Lord is with you’” (Judges 6:12 NLT). “You need to be brave like Gideon.” That’s what I heard God say. “Who… me?”
Read moreC*R*E*A*T*I*V*E
A CREATIVE? Make a careful exploration of who you are and the work you have been given, and then sink yourself into that. Don’t be impressed with yourself. Don’t compare yourself with others. Each of
Read moreHoliness in a Headband
She will place on your head an ornament of grace; A crown of glory she will deliver to you (Proverbs 4:9). “Can I ask a silly question?” “Of course.” I smiled at my friend. “Anything.”
Read moreEmmanuel–Even in Aisle Three
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the
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