by Elaine Olsen | Nov 10, 2008 | election, living God's truth, Room to breathe, sanctity of life
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; you works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth, … .” (Psalms...
by Elaine Olsen | Nov 5, 2008 | election, eternity, living God's truth, peace
“For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.” (2 Chronicles 16:9). Perspective. Remember?I woke up this morning, just as I have for the past forty-two years. With some moments and with an opportunity...
by Elaine Olsen | Nov 1, 2008 | dad, family fun, living God's truth
My dad is one of the best human beings I know. He is a gifted communicator, a passionate preacher, and hands-down… the best story teller I’ve ever come across. When I was a child, I spent many nights being whisked away to imaginary places via his...
by Elaine Olsen | Oct 27, 2008 | christian perfection, election, living God's truth, surrender
I dedicate this piece to my friend, Melinda at “Traveling the Road Home”, who graciously afforded me the use of this picture from one of her recent trips. It grabbed me the moment I saw it on her blog, and it has taken me a few days to put some words...
by Elaine Olsen | Oct 22, 2008 | family fun, living God's truth, out of the mouths of babes
My son was watching for his morning ride to school. I was waiting for my rest. The latter wouldn’t come until the former had walked its course. It did, and after hugs and kisses good-bye, I made my way to the bedroom and opened up the Word of God.I didn’t know at the...
by Elaine Olsen | Oct 18, 2008 | eternity, family fun, grace, living God's truth
“He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the hearts of men; yet they cannot fathom what God has done from beginning to end.” (Ecclesiastes 3:11). My college-age son is home for the weekend. He is my delight and joy and the welcome of...
