by Elaine Olsen | Jan 10, 2019 | parenting, Raising Faith
Several years ago, one of our church members cornered me in the hallway and seriously asked me if I would be interested in teaching a parenting class. I had to hold back the laughter as I (just as seriously) declined her offer. “I’m not your girl. I don’t think...
by Elaine Olsen | Nov 30, 2018 | a quick word, letting go, surrender
I’ve watched her over the past few weeks, preparing herself for a new season. Her golden brilliance was ours but for a few days, or so it seems. Without resistance, she’s released her color to the earth. Valiantly she stands, as she always has, tethered to the soil by...
by Elaine Olsen | Nov 4, 2018 | Jadon's fight, kingdom, miracles
I saw her staring at us while in the check-out line at Wal-Mart. I didn’t know her, but it was apparent that she knew us. Moments later, her declaration confirmed my suspicions. “Glad you’re home. Welcome home!” Jadon and I looked toward the sound of her voice as I...
by Elaine Olsen | Sep 29, 2018 | faith, Jadon's fight, suffering
Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. (Hebrews 11:1) Last Friday, September 21st, our son found his words again. It all started with sign that read, “Say hi.” He did … said “Hi.” We were overjoyed to hear his voice, albeit...
by Elaine Olsen | Sep 20, 2018 | faith, Jadon's fight, pain, parenting, Raising Faith, suffering
“Fight the good fight for the true faith. Hold tightly to the eternal life to which God has called you, which you have declared so well before many witnesses.” -1 Timothy 6:11 He lies here, stretched out and so very vulnerable, like when he arrived in this world. His...
