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Are You Doubting Your Unseen Hope?
I trace a finger across the petal-soft skin of a dimpled hand and gaze into my child’s eyes. Tucked against my body, he nuzzles for nourishment. Marveling at the mother and infant bond, I thank God for gifting me this treasure. As my son gathers life from my...
Releasing Our Burdens When We Are Facing a Mountain
The scree field lay ahead, an endless sward of grey and brown sandstone. Pausing to wipe the heat of summer from my brow, I peered over my shoulder. The hikers following behind were smiling and laughing--unfazed by the weight of the pack on their backs. But I was...
A Heart After Christ Leads to Hope
My arms, raised in praise early on Easter morning, now hung limp by my sides. Awash in shame, I chided myself for unkind, angry words. You can’t even make it through the most holy of days without making a mess of things. Bowing my head in prayer, a tear...
Resurrection Day: A Poem
He inhaled with a rugged gasp air expanding silent lungs. Glory filled the darkened cave as the man awakened- God's risen Son. He removed linen sheets then stood and praised the Father. With a gentle hand, Messiah folded the cloth once placed on his face then moved...
From the Bookshelf: March 2021
Spring arrives late in the Colorado Rockies but I recognize the early signs. Songbirds perch among the bare branches of weary-looking trees and the late snows are heavy with moisture. I'm eager to see the brightness of the season in full-bloom. To behold its...
The Lion in the Clouds
Good morning! I hope you enjoy my poem based on the word "redeem", today's prompt for Five Minute Friday. Have a wonderful weekend! Sincerely, Tammy The Lion in the Clouds The Lion in the clouds comes with heaven’s light His roar shaking earth with its power...
Hope for When You’re in the Valley
I close my eyes, allowing its power to wash over me. Loose particles of sand dance up from the shoreline, pelting my feet where I’ve rolled the cuffs of my jeans to ankle height and the waves, placid earlier this morning, protest loudly. God’s presence is...
