Take hope in the knowledge that you are cherished by the One who made you—you are sheltered in the shadow of His wing, close to His heart. It is my prayer that as we get to know one another you, too, will see beyond the veil and will learn to say, “Even so, I walk in the Presence of the Lord”
With joy,
Nan
Scriptures of Hope ~ Hope Stood Still
Her face spoke clearly of the stress and suffering that wracked her body. Shoulders bent over in defeat. Eyes, familiar with the sparkle of life, glazed over - the light snuffed out. Tears trickled down cheeks that once knew the rosy blush of powder and rouge,...
Scriptures of Encouragement ~ Closer Than Our Breath
"Daddy?" she asked, trembling. "I'm here," he answered. "Take my hand." The child grasped her father's hand as they hurried down the darkened path. Her tiny fingers intertwined his, pressing into the strength of her Daddy's hand, leaving her fear behind. Peace settled...
Scriptures of Encouragement ~ A Breath of Desire & His Spirit Responds
I had the sweetest time with Jesus this morning. If you have read Morning Glory for any length of time, you know how much I enjoy the devotional, "God Calling" by A.J. Russell. This morning the word from the Lord, through this precious book, was: "And seeking you...
Scriptures of Encouragement ~ The Entrance of His Word
The muted grays of the afternoon sky reflected my weary spirit. I sat on the front porch watching the clouds and begging God for a glimpse of Himself. I wasn't asking for much - just a hug from my Heavenly Father. I closed my eyes and set my heart to seek Him. "Jesus....
Scriptures of Encouragement ~ A Kazillion Seeds
I absolutely adore black-eyed susans. While walking Blue, our gigantic hunk of love, I came across a hillside bursting in golden splendor. The beauty of the flowers drew me in. I sensed a God-moment. "Yes, Lord. I'm listening," I whispered. I stood silently in His...
Scriptures of Encouragement ~ Turned the Faucet On?
The warm water soothed my aching muscles. It washed over me in a deluge of refreshment, pooling at my feet, making me clean. I turned the faucet and, just as easily as the water had been released, it shut off instantly. No more refreshment. No more washing clean. No...
Scriptures of Encouragement ~ God Spoke It & I Lived It
The doctor stared at me intently. I teasingly said, "Stop that! You're intimidating me." To which she replied, "I'm concerned, Nan. Something is wrong and we've got to find out what is going on." My world stood still. Images of chemo and radiation, bed rest,...
Scriptures of Encouragement ~ With Noiseless Footfall
The following excerpt from God Calling, by A.J. Russell, blessed me so much, I feel compelled by the Holy Spirit to share it with you. "Lord, come to us and heal us. "I Am your Healer, your Joy, your Lord. You bid Me, your Lord, come. Did you not know that I am here?...
Scriptures of Encouragement ~ Sing Like Never Before
No word satisfies like God's Word. As you walk through the trials of fire, sickness, foreclosure...failure, let the words of the psalmist, King David, lift you up to the One who sees and knows all about it. "Bless the Lord, O my soul! O Lord my God, You are very...