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2005 Musings                                                 (fiction/poetry)   Keep Perspective a poem by Sheri Rosencrantz  /  December 29, 2005 Our troubles may seem overwhelming today, but which will last longer: our trials or God's love?  Musings on Christmas two poems by Darrell Rohling  /  December 29, 2005 Read two different poems: one of Christ's entering the world, and one about His leaving it. Lover of Our Souls a poem by Sheri Rosencrantz  /  December 1, 2005 The transient nature of our lives can make them seem futile until we consider God's eternal love.  Mom's Elegy a poem by Dean Robinson  /  December 1, 2005 A poet explores many facets of grief in this moving tribute. On The Prowl a poem by Darrell Rohling  /  November 17, 2005 Consider the awesome power of the Untamed God. Midnight Song to the Creator a poem by Steve Uggen  /  November 3, 2005 "When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is man that you are mindful of him, the son of man that you care for him?" Psalm 8:3-4 (NIV)  Take My Hand a poem by Dean Robinson  /  October 21, 2005 Both the beginning and the end of life can teach us about relying on God.  Softly the Angels a poem by Sheri Rosencrantz  /  October 21, 2005 Explore one of the ways God blesses and provides for us: angels.  Checkout a poem by Dean Robinson  /  October 10, 2005 Accept each other just has Christ has accepted you—then God will be glorified. Romans 15:7  The Majesty of the Lord a poem by Sheri Rosencrantz  /  October 10, 2005 The beauty of creation on a fine fall day can point us to the greatness of the Creator.  Saying So... a poem by Darrell Rohling  /  September 19, 2005 Inspiration can come in variety of ways. What "gets the poets going?" Read one poet's answer to that question.  Your World a poem by Gina Norman  /  September 2, 2005 “Jesus said, ‘My kingdom is not of this world.’” (John 18:36)  How is God’s realm different? Hope After Divorce a poem by Dean Robinson /  August 19, 2005 The pain of divorce is unlike any other...." Read one person's account of the dificulty of divorce and how  God has brought him to a place where he can say "I was forgiven much and I can now love much." Glorious Beauty a poem by Gina Norman  /  August 5, 2005 Read how the glory and majesty of God can be revealed through the beauty of birds singing, trees growing and the sweet fragrance of flowers. Weakest Hour, Greatest Miracle a poem by Sheri Rosencrantz  /  August 5, 2005 How can we stand strong in our weakest hour? By looking to the cross where Jesus who "In his weakest hour, while dying on the cross, performed the greatest miracle of all," we are able to "cling to hope when the situation seems hopeless." The Paraplegic a poem by Sheri Rosencrantz  /  June 24, 2005 Read how a young paraplegic "made a decision to turn from despair" and touched the life of this poet. I Feel... a poem by Darrell Rohling  /  June 24, 2005 Find out about the "Midnight calm visiting this morning" and "the Blade that slays away the dark days." In Christ a poem by Dean Robinson /  May 31, 2005 In spite of all the ways that life can push and pull us, in Christ we find our "anchor of hope" For my Mom a poem by Dean Robinson /  May 31, 2005 How can a mother teach her children to "approach life with a youthful zest, a curiosity about everything and a great love for all?" Every Hair a poem by Sheri Rosencrantz  /  May 20, 2005 God is creator of this universe yet he also counts every hair on our heads and cares about every bird in the sky. White as Snow a poem by Gina Norman  /  May 20, 2005 No matter what our sins may be, God's grace and mercy are more than enough to wash us  "White as Snow."  Sacrificed a poem by Darrell Rohling  /  April 15, 2005 Who are the "Scrupulous scoundrels hound / for meat that is your life, / for a pulsing shred still alive..."? Read the rest of the poem to find out. Ode to Preachers a poem by Darrell Rohling  /  April 1, 2005 The responsibilities of a preacher are immense considering the impact of his or her words, which can heal as well as harm. Garden of Flowers a poem by Sheri Rosencrantz  /  April 1, 2005 The church, as a collection of believers and the body of Christ on earth, should relfect the master gardener's "floral tapestry" by showcasing our beautiful differences. Women in the Congo a poem by Gina Norman  /  March 11, 2005 Read a poem inspired by the women living in the Congo today who are under great persecution. Love: A Poem a poem by Dean Robinson  /  March 4, 2005 Read a poem about many things that love is and is not...and what one must do to truly appreciate it. Don't Knock the Clock a poem by Darrell Rohling  /  January 21, 2005 Bend your brain around this poem filled with twisting images and timelessness. Yes, Jesus Loves Me a poem by Dean Robinson  /  January 14, 2005 My walk with the Lord has gone from being prideful and selfish to being more humble and gentle. While I still have a long way to travel, God has made vast strides of progress: He quieted my selfish and prideful spirit...and the fruit of gentleness started to appear.     Article Archives 2007 Article Archives: Musings, News, Voices 2006 Article Archives: Musings, News, Voices 2005 Article Archives: Musings, News, Voices 2004 Article Archives: Musings, News, Voices 2003 Article Archives: News, Voices