by Elaine Olsen | Sep 1, 2009 | faith, Holy Spirit, living God's truth, night visits, pilgrimage, prayer, trust
“One night Eli, whose eyes were becoming so weak that he could barely see, was lying down in his usual place. The lamp of God had not yet gone out, and Samuel was lying down in the temple of the LORD, where the ark of God was. Then the LORD called Samuel.” (1 Samuel...
by Elaine Olsen | Aug 30, 2009 | blessing, calling, discipleship, living God's truth, pilgrimage, trust, words
“‘See the former things have taken place and new things I declare; before they spring into being I announce them to you.’” (Isaiah 42:9). I want to be here today. A blank computer screen and “yet to be realized” words cannot keep me from this discipline … this...
by Elaine Olsen | Aug 17, 2009 | faith, letting go, parenting, pilgrimage, trust
“So keep up your courage, men, for I have faith in God that it will happen just as he told me. Nevertheless, we must run aground on some island.” (Acts 27:25-26). One of the best pieces of advice I’ve ever received came from a counselor during a time of great personal...
by Elaine Olsen | Aug 5, 2009 | christian perfection, family fun, pilgrimage
Today, my daughter celebrates her birthday. She is seven. Yesterday she was six.It’s been an interesting “watch” … this observing her as she navigates her thoughts about growing a year older. For months, she’s been planning her birthday festivities and adding to her...
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 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...
