The Gift

by rachelrains // March 22, 2019 // No Comments

I have always loved this meme. It’s simplicity in truth is profound. As I grieve the closing doors in my life, I’m reminded of this visual. An illustration of a child of God clutching ‘the Gift,’ too afraid to let... Continue reading →

When Cancer is a Gift…

by rachelrains // October 9, 2018 // 2 Comments

“And there’s this other, funny thing… I love, more! L O V E . That’s all I feel.” These are the words of a dying man. “Nothing but love.” he says. These words have haunted me since I first read them two Autumn’s... Continue reading →

Miracles Take Time

by rachelrains // July 22, 2018 // No Comments

Lately, I’ve been extremely worried about something completely out of my control, so I prayed “God, if this ever comes to pass, it will be a miracle. And when it does, I will know it is You (and you alone,)... Continue reading →

The Love Challenge… Going Deeper, Still.

by rachelrains // July 13, 2018 // 1 Comment

As I stood there feeling humiliated, the sting was somewhat lessened. Because I knew God was teaching me the very thing I had been praying for… ************************* Lately, I’ve been trying something new. Whenever I feel offended, disappointed, rejected, hurt,... Continue reading →

My Life in Hymns

by rachelrains // September 3, 2014 // No Comments

Music educators and church musicians go back in my family about six or seven generations. I could astound you with my ability to describe in great detail the foot pedals of a piano and organ. Further, I could amaze you... Continue reading →