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The Sound of Silence: A Poem

Macro close-up photograph of a clear water droplet resting on blue and golden feathers, creating a serene, dreamy nature scene.

Listen to the Sound of Silence… It sighs on the wind, The voice of calm serenity. It whispers in the treetops, Calling, peace be still. Whispering, sighing, breathing, Never still, nor fully silent. Harken to its melody, Singing in the stillness. For only then, Do we truly hear. Only then do we learn, That theContinueContinue reading “The Sound of Silence: A Poem”

We Each Have a Part to Play

A solitary vintage lamppost glows warmly in a snowy, fog-shrouded forest, casting a faint shadow across frost-covered grass.

November 22 marked the 62nd anniversary of C.S. Lewis’ death. Many people around the world mourned the loss of this reknowned writer and literary scholar. But for his own part, he was ready to go. In his last days he made the following memorable statement: “I have done all I wanted to do, and I’mContinueContinue reading “We Each Have a Part to Play”

Giving Thanks for Providence

Autumn centerpiece with large orange pumpkin, smaller pumpkins, and leafy greenery on a glossy table, reflected in warm sunlight by windows.

Autumn here in Italy is a special season, one of my favorites! In small towns, like ours, the smell of wood smoke hangs in the crisp, clean air. Grapes are fermenting into fine wines. And olives, pressed into green gold, glisten in their bottles. But as an American, my thoughts turn to Thanksgiving. Even thoughContinueContinue reading “Giving Thanks for Providence”

A Faith Strong Like Espresso

Open Bible with a pen resting in its center beside coffee on a wooden table, creating a calm, reflective reading scene.

I love espresso. But that’s normal. I’ve lived in Italy for over 30 years! But what I really want is an espresso faith! Not in the sense of quick and easy, because a life of true faith is never a life without problems. But rather a faith that looks above and beyond problems and trials.ContinueContinue reading “A Faith Strong Like Espresso”

I Have to Do it Again? A Lesson in Diligence

Colorful school supplies—pencils, notebooks, and a smartphone—spread across a desk, with red sneakers and a backpack behind them.

When little Lucas first started school, he didn’t seem to think it was a big deal. He did not understand why his parents and others treated it as though it were. That is, until his parents woke him up the next morning too. “You mean I have to do this again?” he asked, confused. HeContinueContinue reading “I Have to Do it Again? A Lesson in Diligence”

Free Bible Images

Man in a white turban watches two robed women in a sunlit, weathered earthen alley, evoking a quiet, timeless village scene.

Here’s a tip for all you creatives, teachers, and pastors! If you are frustrated by the lack of quality Bible images, check out Free Bible Images.org. They have over 1100 sets of Bible story images and illustrations available for free use! Over 1100 series of images! They’re all part of the visual journey through theContinueContinue reading “Free Bible Images”