by Elaine Olsen | Jul 3, 2009 | a quick word, family fun, freedom, living God's truth, rest, sanctity of life
“‘… in quietness and trust is your strength.’” (Isaiah 30:15). Contentment.How long has it been since you’ve experienced the sheer joy of resting in the contentment of a moment?I saw it in my daughter the other day. I took a picture.With a good book in one hand, a...
by Elaine Olsen | Jun 30, 2009 | calling, dad, living God's truth, speaking, video
“In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage–with great...
by Elaine Olsen | Jun 28, 2009 | Bolivia, calling, family fun, living God's truth, pilgrimage, trust
Hey Blogland! Instead of getting Elaine’s daily dose of “Peace for the Journey,” I’m afraid today’s entry comes from her 20-year-old son, Nick. I know, I know…in no way can I match my mom’s conciseness, clarity, and writing panache, but I’ll give it my...
by Elaine Olsen | Jun 25, 2009 | a quick word, friendship, living God's truth, trust, video
“‘I am the way… ’” (John 14:6). I had a thought during my devotional time this morning. A quick word for some good friends who, perhaps like me, need a reminder about our “down the road’s.”We are prone to them, are we not? To our looking down the road, planning our...
by Elaine Olsen | Jun 23, 2009 | Bolivia, living God's truth, parenting, pilgrimage
I sensed my son’s immediate discomfort with the statement spoken to him by a local parishioner while waiting in the check-out line at Wal-Mart: “Sure bet you’re glad to be back home.” Nicholas squirmed for a gracious response. “Yes, sir. It’s good to be home.” Even as...
