Author Archives: nancyhamiltonsturm

Listening to the Stream

At first glance, the stream appears motionless, its shallow green waters merely reflecting the overarching canopy of green. But here by the bridge, rocks litter the stream’s bed, and its water comes to life. Its meandering impeded, the stream ripples, bubbles, and rushes. The currents ripple and swirl around the rocks and fall over submergedContinue reading “Listening to the Stream”

Prayer Time

.”My longings are best met when, in prayer, I simply let my heart beat in time with the Lord’s.” -Joni Eareckson Tada. I can relate to this. Sometimes my best prayer time is when I’m walking in nature. It’s a time I can not only talk to God but listen. The steady rhythm of myContinue reading “Prayer Time”

Early Morning Light

I love those mornings when I wake before the sun and have time to sit in the dark, watching the light gradually increase. The dim light provides a soft glow in the room, making me even more aware of God’s presence. As I bask in the Lord’s presence, the dark room transforms, slowly turning lightContinue reading “Early Morning Light”

Rejoice!

“This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24 Monday morning is typically a day we all dread, right? It’s back to work and back to the grind. Yet, I have noticed that whatever my circumstances, my attitude improves when Iam thankful for the good thingsContinue reading “Rejoice!”

The Beckoning Whispers

            As I sit in the kitchen, the sound of the sea beckons me. From the beach house, the waters whisper, calling me to the beach. I grab my sunscreen and my towel and walk across the street into the soft, dry sand. I sink ankle deep with each step, the gentle waves whooshing louderContinue reading “The Beckoning Whispers”

At a Snail’s Pace

During a recent walk, I noticed a tiny snail, its shell no bigger than a dime. It appeared motionless, but when I knelt down for a zoomed-in photo, I could see its forward progress. Ever so slowly, it traveled, a millimeter at a time, across the sidewalk. Satisfied with my photo, I continued my walk.Continue reading “At a Snail’s Pace”

Down a Slippery Slope

I love watching skiers fly down slippery slopes, controlling their speed while whizzing down the mountain-side. Unfortunately, the athlete sometimes loses control and careens down the mountain with devastating consequences. I recently encountered a slippery slope in my neighborhood park. Instead of mountains, my slopes had gentle hills that hug the earth. Warmer temperatures hadContinue reading “Down a Slippery Slope”

A Bouquet of Roses

Hey, I’m back! We’ve had computer issues and have spent lots of time at doctor’s offices for my husband’s health problems, but I have returned.Today I want to celebrate by sharing a short devotion I wrote for The Secret Place, many years ago.Have a beautiful week! @followers A Bouquet of Roses Ladies, do you rememberContinue reading “A Bouquet of Roses”

Ah, Spring

Spring is in the air, and the sunshine draws me to the nearby nature trails. As soon as I enter the park, serenity covers me like a blanket. The trees, still black and bare of leaves, stretch high above my dirt pathway. The winds blowing up over my head sway the trees, causing their bareContinue reading “Ah, Spring”