“Thy statutes have been my songs in the house of my pilgrimage.” Psalm 119:54 When I read through Psalm 119, the psalmist’s eulogies on the word of God and his love for it tend to overwhelm and dishearten me when compared to how my own affections fall short. It’s not just the promises and blessings… Read More Singing Statutes
Faith. Believing, trusting that something is so, even when you cannot see it. Faith does not make something so–it doesn’t matter how hard I believe that fence is not electric, if it is, it will still shock me when I touch it. God is true, whether or not anyone believes, and He does what He… Read More Not by Sight
There have been times when I feel like giving up. I’m talking about the times when sin is thick and verdant and taking over, times when there is no hope of victory that I can see. I go to the Bible and I see, “Whoever has been born of God does not sin, for His… Read More To Whom Shall We Go?
Here are the most recent story rules: * The story is told in letters that are sent back in time. * Write at least 5 letters. * As always, keep it clean! Due December 11th. Newly Posted Stories The King’s Circus by Lexi Anders Gilbert doesn’t know why he’s been cast into the king’s secret… Read More Updates
Recently, the Elementary School I work at has installed a program where the teachers can see what each of their students are doing online. I’ve enjoyed seeing the children’s reactions when their teachers explain, “Now I see everything all of you are doing. I can tell if you go to a site you’re not supposed… Read More I See You
Did I really forget to post the next set of rules? We are planning on having them due in October, too! October 17th, to be exact. Current rules: The whole story must take place in the circus and secret tunnels. Include a frog collector. I also have some new stories up for your enjoyment. My… Read More Updates
The voice of the Lord Is stronger than thunder. The voice of the Lord Is greater than waves. The sound of his voice, It makes mountains tremble; It sounds and the hills Go skipping like goats in praise. He opens His mouth– Light breaks into being. He opens His mouth– The winds and waves cease.… Read More The Voice of the Lord
I was in a quandary. I liked the book; I really, really enjoyed it. But as it sucked away more and more of my time and attention, conviction pricked. My heart was not where it should be and this story was leading me into sin. But…but…but… In the middle of this dilemma, God brought a… Read More Good Boundaries
Here is a list of the most recently added short stories: How to Get Henchmen in 5 Easy Steps by Natasha Blade A “How to __ in 5 Easy Steps Subtitle” story where a successful villain named Bob passes on valuable advice concerning henchmen via slideshow. Just a Few Embellishments by Natasha Blade What starts… Read More
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