by Elaine Olsen | Nov 2, 2009 | conviction, evil, living God's truth, parenting, sanctity of life
Today I’m writing with my tears. It’s not always good to write from a place of strong emotion, but for some reason, I’m compelled to say something. To offer a few words on behalf of a young life that has passed from this world with little more than an on-line epitaph...
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 | 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 | Nov 12, 2008 | grace, living God's truth, peace, Room to breathe, sanctity of life
“Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. (Luke 2:25). I am caught in a struggle this morning. A struggle that requires my penned obedience. A struggle...
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 | Mar 10, 2008 | out of the mouths of babes, sanctity of life, theology
“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, your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.” (Psalm 139:15-16).“Mom,...
