by Elaine Olsen | Mar 21, 2009 | a quick word, friendship, grace, pilgrimage, sanctity of life, ultimate blog party
I heard there was a party going on in town. Not wanting to miss out on the fun, consider this my official RSVP to the largest blogging party of the year. For those of you who are new to my blog, welcome to peace for the journey. For those of you who are regulars,...
by Elaine Olsen | Mar 19, 2009 | a quick word, christian perfection, living God's truth, pilgrimage, surrender, trust
“Test everything. Hold on to the good. Avoid every kind of evil. May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul, and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful and...
by Elaine Olsen | Mar 9, 2009 | a quick word, living God's truth, peace, pilgrimage, trust
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is...
by Elaine Olsen | Feb 26, 2009 | a quick word, Easter, living God's truth, pilgrimage
“When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, ‘Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.’ Simon answered, ‘Master, we’ve worked hard al night and haven’t caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.’” (Luke 5:4-5). I...
by Elaine Olsen | Feb 17, 2009 | a quick word, freedom, friendship, living God's truth, pilgrimage, trust
“You will be a crown of splendor in the LORD’s hand, a royal diadem in the hand of your God. No longer will they call you Deserted, or name your land Desolate. But you will be called Hephzibah, and your land Beulah; for the LORD will take delight in you, and your land...
by Elaine Olsen | Jan 31, 2009 | a quick word, family fun
“From the rising of the sun unto the going down of the same the Lord’s name is to be praised.” (Psalm 113:3). It’s nearly a new day. Nearly. Before I say good-bye to January 30, 2009, I wanted you know that I loved it … this day given to me simply because God’s grace...
