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August 24, 2026

A dark and gray cloudy sky with a small opening of light shining through. God builds me Text: A smiling god, Linette rabsatt, poetry

Published by Linette Rabsatt at August 24, 2026

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A Smiling God

I’m intrinsically focused on being a better me and as God builds me I know he must enjoy comedy Like these “thick of it” situations my constant innovations and big time preparations and then the plan changes I know he smiles as I think I know it all

June 13, 2026

A small church with a cross on its roof stands in silhouette against a glowing orange sunset sky. peace begins Text: My Guiding Light, Michael J LaFrancis, Poetry.

Published by Michael J LaFrancis at June 13, 2026

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My Guiding Light

Brothers, sisters we are called. With these words, a beacon of hope was being built. Mom believed;

June 5, 2026

An old painting of a close up of an elephants face and trunk painted with decorations and hand prints. Holi festival Text: Radiance, Susan Shea, Poetry

Published by Susan Shea at June 5, 2026

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Poetry

Radiance

I had to find a place for the pigment painted elephant from India who wanted me to be part of the Holi festival so we could all splash each other with the bright colors of knowing more

May 28, 2026

A warm, joyful scene of a mother sitting on a soft rug embracing her young daughter tightly. The mother is smiling with both of her eyes closed tight. The cozy living room behind them includes light-colored furniture, soft decor, and sunlight that adds to the peaceful, serene mood. speak the truth Text: Mama’s Prayers, Linette Rabsatt, Poetry

Published by Linette Rabsatt at May 28, 2026

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Poetry

Mama’s Prayers

I’m gonna boldly speak the truth.” She’s worried, “You know you can’t trust the system.” I shrugged, “I don’t plan to be a victim of the system

April 5, 2026

Close up of trumpet blossoms - TEXT: Easter Lilies - Paula Frew - poetry

Published by Paula Frew at April 5, 2026

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Easter Lilies

The trumpet blossoms herald springtime and the celebration of the resurrection.

October 3, 2025

Published by Susan Haifleigh at October 3, 2025

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Tattered

“Faith is funny. The universe says ‘trust me,’ but trust doesn’t come easily. These days, like so many things, trust is tattered…”

September 17, 2025

Flames on a black background - a sign of transformation - TEXT: Mystery Eats Schematics - Keith A. Dodson - Poetry

Published by Keith A. Dodson at September 17, 2025

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Mystery Eats Schematics

Mystery consumes schematics like heat on ice. Others paved a path for my feet then God touched white-hot coals to my lips.

June 10, 2025

I Will Answer yes, prayer essay title card with happily married couple

Published by Rita Mock-Pike at June 10, 2025

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I Will Answer Yes

One evening, readers were challenged to sit back, shut up, and listen. We were led to ask the Lord to speak clearly and listen to Him and trust that what He spoke would encourage and uplift us. As most of us know, keeping back a flood of thoughts in a quiet room can be rather challenging. But I somehow managed to still myself and my own thoughts, and soon found my mind resting in the space quietly.

April 23, 2025

Published by Rita Mock-Pike at April 23, 2025

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That Night in Parramatta

She was mine. This city. This place. This country I had dreamed of since birth. You can trace my desire back to my earliest school assignments […]

June 13, 2024

you are loved - a blessing for those in urgent moments - cover image with text over candles

Published by Rita Mock-Pike at June 13, 2024

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A Blessing for Those in Urgent Moments

May the peace of assurance rest upon your shoulders like a soft cloak that warms you in winter. May the song of joy fill your heart with energy like a bird’s call fills the early spring air.

June 6, 2024