Author Archives: nancyhamiltonsturm

Hands

HANDS “His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He cares for me.” Hands— large, small,  rough, dirty,  slender, graceful. Hands caress and soothe, Wiping away tears. Hands hit and wound, Cruelly inflicting pain. Hands, black with grime, Skillfully repair engines. Hands, manicured and perfumed, Lovingly arrange the roses. Hands, strong yet gentle, CarefullyContinue reading “Hands”

Planning Our Days

“If we really have too much to do, there are some items on the agenda which God did not put there. Let us submit the list to him and ask him to indicate which items we must delete. There is always time to do the will of God. If we are too busy to doContinue reading “Planning Our Days”

Amazing Grace

Lord, I am amazed by the sacrifice of your son, Jesus. His obedience led to our salvation and eternal life. Even though we have strayed away and been disobedient, His obedience has saved us all. It is truly astounding to contemplate. All praise and glory, to God, the father, your son Jesus, and the HolyContinue reading “Amazing Grace”

The Eyes Have It

The Eyes Have It                As I taught the simple rhythm game, dozens of pairs of dark brown eyes danced with glee. Huge smiles covered the faces of the beautiful children sitting on the floor with me in this church in the poorest section of Matamoros, Mexico. In spite of the language barriers—the children spokeContinue reading “The Eyes Have It”

Hiking Up Long’s Peak

For years I’ve heard about Long’s Peak. One of the highest peaks in the Colorado Rockies at 14,259 feet above sea level, it looks down on thousands of other peaks. Our son and grandsons have climbed to the summit of this majestic mountain. Tired but exhilarated after an all-day hike, they tell of the amazingContinue reading “Hiking Up Long’s Peak”

Be Still

“The devil has made it his business to monopolize on three elements: noise, hurry, crowds. He will not allow quietness.” Elisabeth Elliot “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 Lord, You know how Satan can disrupt the silence. Help me to carve out times of quiet, times to commune with you, toContinue reading “Be Still”

Praying through Scripture

Praying through Scripture II Peter 1:5-9 For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, theyContinue reading “Praying through Scripture”