natalie’s blog

In scorn I beheld my fellow man, his ways so different from mine – his clothes the wrong color, his books in poor order, and on fattening foods he did dine. To my dismay he called himself Christian; how could he be so blind? with mental precision, I went through my checklist – his life [...]

It has been fascinating lately to delve deeper into history, and to try to gain a better understanding of the events that have transpired since the beginning of time. It’s even more fascinating to try to imagine things from God’s perspective. To try to see the big picture of how He is continually orchestrating people [...]

…listening to the delightful sound of a house full of children at play; …cherishing moments that speak of God’s beauty wrapped up in an ordinary day; …enjoying still moments in early morning hours to watch the sun rise and to pray; …learning to walk in the power of the Spirit who produces His fruit in [...]

In the busy pace of life it’s easy to forget that quiet time alone with God will leave my soul content. Content to face the tasks at hand and not feel overwhelmed, For God is ordering each day and holds time in His hand. Content to dwell in peacefulness and not give anger place, For [...]

Blowing, drifting,        leaves are falling; Glistening, brightening,        sun is shining; Swaying, whistling,        wind is blowing; Telling, whispering,        fall is coming. Whirling, swirling,        snow is descending; Crackling, burning,        fire is going; Wafting, caroling,        voice is [...]

Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about politics and its role in the life of the Christian. Today I was reading over the words of the well-known hymn, The Solid Rock, and thanking God for the truth penned by their author, William Bradbury. Yet, the more I’ve become involved in party politics, the more I’ve [...]

Christmas is here. Fresh snow has fallen. Sunshine breaks forth. God’s blessings abound. Gifts under trees. Food in the oven. Laughter and mirth. Good friends all around. Music in ears. True hope is given. Baby is born. A glorious sound. God is now near. Mystery from heaven. Light to dark earth. Wise words that astound. [...]

Mere words cannot convey the beatings of my heart, for there is naught that I could say to tell thee of the treasure that to me thou art. I was lonely and forlorn ’till captured by your love; Now filled with light of brightest morn my eyes see only you and yet you are enough. [...]

Memories, memories flitting through my mind, racing, reminding, compelling transporting me to other times. So much to remember, so much to recall, the images grow fainter ’til I can hardly see them at all. But oh the joy to sit with friends and jointly to reflect on times gone by and memories made so that [...]

a heartfelt word upon my lips a prayer within my heart I offer to the Lord on this Thanksgiving Day. for all the blessings he bestows Far more than I could ever say. for bright sunshine and cloudless skies For all creation that ceases not of God in heaven to proclaim. for parents dear who [...]

What things will matter on the day I behold the Face of the One Who planned my life from of old?   Will the endless tasks and all the plans that I make, the many duties of each day, be all for vanity’s sake?   I pondered and I worried and tried without rest to [...]