For many years, writing has been a passion, but it wasn't until a year ago that I began to share it with the world. My plan was to first introduce the writing, and then myself. So, a year later I'm doing just that. My name is Lisa and I am the writer behind the pen.… Continue reading The Writer Behind the Pen
Tag: faith
The BIG Picture
One day I found myself having a conversation with someone who told me life was too short, that they enjoyed all the pleasures offered to them, and that I should loosen up a little. Although we should enjoy life, this should be done prudently. We mustn't lose focus as to why we are really here;… Continue reading The BIG Picture
Close the Door
It's not common to hear someone pray for a closed door. In fact, closed doors have such a negative connotation. We see them as obstacles that hinder progress, but what if a closed door could be a blessing in disguise? When God closed the door of the ark, He was sparing the life of Noah… Continue reading Close the Door
Conviction in Extinction
Ā They say if you don't believe in something, you'll fall for anything.
Withholding Nothing
While driving one day I heard a song that said "I surrender all to you...withholding nothing". There was nothing extraordinary about this line and I've probably sung it hundreds of times, Ā but that day it had a completely different meaning. "Withholding nothing" means a complete surrender, which for me meant letting go of the concerns/problems… Continue reading Withholding Nothing
Written in Stone
Ā "I give you my word" is often used when making a promise, but how long is it valid? Our words and promises will expire at some point, because we are not eternal; God, however, is. The Bible gives us His word, His living word. Hold on firmly to this and all other promises He's made,… Continue reading Written in Stone
Eye of the Storm
I remember the first time I experienced a hurricane. When the eye of the storm passed we went outside to take a look around, never losing sight of the fact that the storm wasn't over, yet feeling an overwhelming calmness. The same can be said for those who cling to God in the midst of… Continue reading Eye of the Storm
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