by Elaine Olsen | Jan 28, 2009 | a quick word, living God's truth
“Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.” (2 Thessalonians 3:16). The call came in just a few minutes ago. 7:48 AM, per usual. Normally, I catch the call, but the phone was hiding elsewhere. There...
by Elaine Olsen | Jan 19, 2009 | a quick word, conviction, living God's truth
There’s nothing like a good dose of confession served up with a warm cup of coffee to start a Monday morning. Thus, here’s mine (minus the coffee…you’ll have to pour that one on your own). A few days ago, I wrote a post entitled “Let the Words of our Mouths.” A...
by Elaine Olsen | Jan 18, 2009 | a quick word, living God's truth, peace
“My heart is stirred by a noble theme as I recite my verses for the king;… Listen, O daughter, consider and give ear; Forget your people and your father’s house. The king is enthralled by your beauty; honor him, for he is you lord.” (Psalm 45:1, 10-11) What will you...
by Elaine Olsen | Jan 17, 2009 | a quick word, friendship
Today, I want to direct you over to visit my blogging friend, California Kristen. I was first introduced to her through Indiana Kristen, thus, my reasoning for including their states with their names!California Kristen has started a new website Exemplify Online. Hear...
by Elaine Olsen | Jan 13, 2009 | a quick word, give aways, out of the mouths of babes, theology
“This day I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live and that you may love the LORD your God, listen to his voice, and hold fast to him. For...
by Elaine Olsen | Jan 11, 2009 | a quick word, family fun, letting go, parenting, video
It occurred to me today that there will be few occasions, if any, when I will take the arm of my son and walk the aisle as his date. Tonight may have been my swan song. When he was a child, many were the times when he would take my arm. His hands belonged to me then....
