Wind Ceased, Revealing the Beauty of Its Occurring

Wind Ceased, Revealing the Beauty of Its Occurring

by | Jan 23, 2025 | | 0 |

The morning woke with peace after a brutally cold night magnified by a howling wind. Snowflakes peppered down, covering the barren earth of winter with a soft blanket of white. Tucking my legs beneath me, I nestled into the corner of the couch, gripped a warm cup of coffee, and watched out the window as morning broke through the darkness.

A cardinal robed in scarlet perched on the edge of our bird feeder. As he feasted on sunflower seeds, large snowflakes fell. Soft. Gentle … cascading all about him.

Read More
Help Me Remember You are the One True, Living God

Help Me Remember You are the One True, Living God

by | Jan 19, 2025 | | 2 |

Father, You are Elohim Chayim, the Living God, the everlasting One. Before the earth was formed, You were. You are Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End — all-powerful, all-knowing, ever-present.

You have been our dwelling place through all generations and now we are Yours. Through the Blood of Jesus, You have made us Your temple. You walk with us, and You talk with us — we are Your people, and You are our God.

Read More
Fires, Earthquakes, Floods … Be Merciful, O God

Fires, Earthquakes, Floods … Be Merciful, O God

by | Jan 12, 2025 | | 1 |

Father, I know You are trustworthy and worthy of all praise. I know You are sovereign … You are merciful and kind, faithful and true. You are who You say You are — I know because I know You and I have walked with You for over fifty years. That’s a long time to know Someone.

However, I must say, that even though I am secure in Your love, world events are unsettling, especially the natural disasters. Floods, fires, earthquakes … they have been anything but natural. They are epic. And I believe they have spiritual roots.

Read More
Can the Ache of Wilderness Become a Sacred Space?

Can the Ache of Wilderness Become a Sacred Space?

by | Jan 9, 2025 | | 0 |

As the frigid arctic air blasted its way across our mountains, I shivered and turned even further into myself. The past few weeks had been hard, demanding … emotional. I wasn’t comfortable in this wilderness place. The bitter cold only served to reinforce my wayward thoughts.

““The wilderness is an unpleasant place, fleshly speaking. We naturally want prosperity, health, and easy-going. But the same God who created the garden also created the wilderness … “

Read More
Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God. Renew Me

Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God. Renew Me

by | Jan 5, 2025 | | 4 |

Father, You are holy, merciful, and mighty. I desire to abide in Your presence, to be ever-aware of Your Spirit drawing near in my times of need. However, when my heart is cluttered with bad attitudes and less-than-righteous decisions, there is a break in our fellowship. Create in me a clean heart, O Lord, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.

Above all things, I must guard my heart against the world’s influences and the temptations and taunts of the evil one. I even need to guard my heart against myself!

Read More
I Am a Polished Arrow Hidden in Your Quiver, Lord

I Am a Polished Arrow Hidden in Your Quiver, Lord

by | Dec 29, 2024 | | 0 |

Father, You equip and prepare us for our assignments, each fitted to our gifts, talents, and personalities. Together we build the Kingdom of God here on earth — we are soldiers in the army of our King. I am an arrow in Your hand, hidden there for safekeeping. Through trials and tribulation, I have become a polished arrow smooth and sleek, ready for battle.

Or so the Scripture says.

And though I’m ready, it seems that You have hidden me away in Your quiver until the appointed time. Times of waiting are hard.

Read More
When Life is Hard and Joy is Distant, There is Jesus

When Life is Hard and Joy is Distant, There is Jesus

by | Dec 22, 2024 | | 4 |

Lord, I cannot believe it’s time once again to celebrate Your birth — to rejoice in the moment You came to earth so we could know You. How can it be? Miracle of miracles! Immanuel. God with us. Hallelujah! For When life is hard and joy is distant, there is Jesus. Never failing. Always abiding.

Though weary of life’s struggles, I want to rejoice in You — I choose to rejoice in You — for You are my God and I love You.

Read More
Your Unfailing Love, Lord, Will Never Walk Away

Your Unfailing Love, Lord, Will Never Walk Away

by | Dec 15, 2024 | | 4 |

Lord, O Lord, You are Jehovah tsidkenu — the Lord my righteousness. Without You, there is no righteousness. Without You there is no redemption, no cleansing of the heart to prepare room for Your indwelling Holy Spirit. You are my Abba Father whose unfailing love will never walk away from me.

Be born in me, Lord. Make my heart Your Bethlehem.

Read More
My Hope is Found in You, Lord … My Living Hope

My Hope is Found in You, Lord … My Living Hope

by | Dec 8, 2024 | | 0 |

Father, there is no god besides You — none can compare! And the amazing thing is that, even though You are magnificent, awesome in power, and the Most High God, You call us precious in Your sight. Your love gives me hope because I know no matter what I face, I don’t face it alone. You walk with me into my tomorrows … You are my living hope.

Your love gives me courage. And peace. And strength to endure the trials that permeate this fallen world. Thank You, Lord, for the promise of Your abiding presence.

Read More
Prepare My Heart to Receive Your Peace, Lord

Prepare My Heart to Receive Your Peace, Lord

by | Dec 1, 2024 | | 0 |

Father, show me Your truths. I want to know You in Your fullness — all that You are. I want to walk in the light of Your glory all the days of my life — to behold Your beauty, to recognize Your majesty, to know Your touch. Prepare my heart to receive Your peace and let it reign in my life.

I want my heart to be a welcoming dwelling place for You and a safe haven for those who are hurting. I want Your peace to overflow through me into their lives. People need You, Lord.

Read More
Deep in the Center of the Soul is a Chamber for Peace

Deep in the Center of the Soul is a Chamber for Peace

by | Nov 28, 2024 | | 2 |

The earth lay still outside my window. Quiet. Peace-full. The interlude between the dark of night and the light of dawn is extraordinary and always awakens me to the things of God. The majesty of a sunrise quickens my awareness of His presence, and opens my heart as a chamber for peace.

This morning was no different. The eastern sky held a blanket of lavender and blush which slowly lowered its beauty over this tumultuous world.

Read More
Loading

Connect with Nan

Chosen By You!

What an honor!

Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference

Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference

Looking for a Speaker?

Offering hope, healing, and freedom from your crushing pain.

Archives

Hosted by Fistbump Media

2016 Selah Finalist

Available on Amazon

Free for subscribers

 

Learn to be fully aware of the Lord's presence in your life with my new resource,

Open My Eyes To See You, Lord.

You have Successfully Subscribed!

Your information will be safe and never shared.