Oh, That I Had a Thousand Voices
I recently rediscovered a hymn that spoke to my writer's heart.When our lives are transformed through Christ's relationship with us, there aren't enough ways to express the wonders, challenges, and new discoveries.Artists search for ways to convey something that often seems to transcend normal communication--to utter the un-utterable. This hymn captures that longing and is the song of heart these days:"Oh, that I Had a Thousand Voices" by Johann Mentzer, 1658-1734 Text From: THE HANDBOOK TO THE LUTHERAN HYMNAL (St. Louis: Conco

Restorer Farewell Party!!
All three Restorer books are going out of print in two weeks.Although I feel sad of course, I'm also using this time to remember the stories, reread all the precious letters from readers, and be grateful that the stories had such a great run.So let's celebrate! Share your favorite moment from one of the books, or something that made an impact on you, or a favorite quote.More than any of my other books, I've received the most heartfelt mail for these stories, so I know God used them.I remember walking with a friend week after week during the time I was writing the books. She listened to my angst as I talked about how much the stories burned in

I Love When God Shows Up
God is omnipresent. He is always here. Yet sometimes He opens my eyes to become more aware of Him - of specific ways that He is "showing up." I love when God shows up.This morning I made it to church. During the past two years of health challenges, that has been a rare treat for me. Then our pastor sheepishly shared with the congregation that he had accidentally mixed up the planned dates for sermon outlines and prepared a sermon on Romans 8, which was supposed to be next week.Hooray! Romans 8 is absolutely PACKED with strength and comfort.THEN, after the service, he shared that a visiting pastor with a spiritual gift of healing was available

A Novel Idea!
If you are interesting in writing fiction, teaching fiction, or even interested in the role of the arts in a life of faith, this is a tremendous resource!