Writing – Writer Richards

Remembering Who’s in Control

Psalm 46 begins: 1. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. 2. Therefore we will not fear, Even though the earth be removed, And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; 3. Though its waters roar and be troubled, Though the mountains shake with its swelling.Continue reading “Remembering Who’s in Control”

Goodness and Mercy

Novel Starts Contest

While awaiting to announcement of winners, I received this in my email today:

Isaiah 6:8

Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying:“Whom shall I send,And who will go for Us?”Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” (Emphasis added) I return to this verse as preparation continues for 2 missions: Dominican Republic: January 16-24, 2026. Our team of 19 will join our partner team from Indiana for medicalContinue reading “Isaiah 6:8”

I’m a Finalist!

Scrivenings Press Announced the Finalists in the NovelStarts Contest:

All that He is

Psalm 40:1-3a: I waited patiently for the LORD; And He inclined to me, And heard my cry. He also brought me up out of a horrible pit, Out of the miry clay. And set my feet upon a rock, And established my steps. He has put a new song in my mouth- Praise to ourContinue reading “All that He is”

Psalm 19:14

Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in Your sight, O LORD, my strength and my Redeemer. As I prepare to attend the Write To Publish conference I am battling a nasty cold. I have overwhelming fatigue, a sore throat and I’ve lost my voice! NotContinue reading “Psalm 19:14”

Here Am I! Send Me

Isaiah 6:8Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying:“Whom shall I send,And who will go for Us?”Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” I’ve been physically active all my life and interested in many things, too many according to my husband:-Emergency Medicine-Overseas Missions-Music- piano, guitar, electric bass and alto flute. I’ve also dabbledContinue reading “Here Am I! Send Me”

Words are Hard

I had the opportunity to visit Scotland several years ago and was captivated by the warmth of the Scots I met. I also fell in love with the beauty of the land. While there I visited the Isle of Skye, Culloden battlefield and many castles. And a character with a fascinating story planted herself inContinue reading “Words are Hard”