Writers’ Blog
A collection of devotionals, stories, and poems by writers at Heartland
How to Stand
Did you know there is a proper way to stand? My physical therapist taught me "how to stand" at my last appointment. I laughed to think I needed to be taught how to stand at my age! One foot slightly ahead of the other, equal balance between my two legs, knees unlocked...
The Treasure Tree
For years unknown, the oak tree had been there, half-way up the hillside, all alone in the open pasture. It stood majestically throughout every season and had become a symbol of life and strength to my family. Countless hours were spent under its massive branches...
Morning Chorus
Sunrise breaks the plane;Morning song breaks the silenceOf the darkened sphere. Long before I tookMy first breath on this planetThe same song has been. It is the song inCelebration of new dawn:We are still alive! There is much to see –The Creator has designedInfinite...
Shadowment
My shadow cannot breathe,I hear her say, I hear her say.I hear her say abandonment, rejectionmentDiscardment.It is, after all, embattle-ment. “Accept the rules,” she says, she says,The inner disparager floods the room,I hear her breathe abandonment,...
Backpack
My soul so heavy with carking care, Each separate anguish layered there Singularly might not be So rough and burdensome for me, But massed together bring such weight They bow me down, I’m desolate. “Lift up your head, divert your eye And look!” Right there before me...
Investigating the Intrigue
An invitation given,Words spoken.Thoughts, like seeds being planted,A stirring awakens.Something intrigues me. What is this calling?Knocking at my door,tugging at my soul? Curiosity arises and resistance follows.Pulling and pushing like a tug of warOne foot raised to...
The Names They Call Us
The devil's labels are fictions and fablesThe game that he plays and the Name that he saysIs not what the Father has made, nor has laidOn our soulDo you know God sees you like a tree by the riverDisease says you're dead But He will deliverDis’ the arrowRest tomorrow...
Patterns
Ordered and created by God Himself,all of creation demonstrates His genius designs.From straight lines and symmetryto bringing order to chaos and randomness,His thoughts inspire a universe full of variety.Some things beautiful and peaceful,while others powerful and...
Terricita
Her black hair and dark brown eyes gave the impression that she was younger than 39 years. Her Hispanic heritage allowed her to obtain the spunk to live in a place where she clearly did not belong. Because of multiple sclerosis, she was the youngest resident of a...
Quite Easy
It’s really quite easy.Just COME close to Me.I hold something for you.Once yours, you will see. TAKE what I’m offering —A yoke like a feather.You’ll love how you feelIn all kinds of weather! Meek and lowly in heartIs the life I will give.You’ll LEARN all about Me;I’m...