by Elaine Olsen | Jun 12, 2012 | a quick word, pilgrimage, prayer, silence, wholeness
I am exceedingly weary tonight, and my heart is greatly troubled. It’s just how it is. I cannot escape my tiredness, nor can I deny the heaviness I feel in my spirit. As much as I would like to be in this place, to take the time to fill up this space with words, I...
by Elaine Olsen | Jun 7, 2012 | eternity, give aways, God's Word, words, writing
Some days we just need a word from God. Huh? OK, so let me define that a bit. For those of you who don’t speak “Christianese”—a word from God simply means (for me) a heavenly nudge. A heartfelt thought or two from the Father that falls over me like fresh water...
by Elaine Olsen | Jun 5, 2012 | hunger, knowing God, living God's truth, pilgrimage
“Then she arose with her daughters-in-law to return from the country of Moab, for she had heard in the fields of Moab that the LORD had visited his people and given them food.” –Ruth 1:6 My husband noticed my disconnect with my immediate surroundings. While my kids...