Author Archives: Rachel D. Lyne
Every Strength From God
Every sunrise is a new pallet of color. Every beam of light a blessing. Every breath of air comes from above. Every chance to start again refreshing. Strength comes from the roots of the tree. Strength infuses the branches stretched … Continue reading
God’s Battle
The spiritual battles I face can sometimes be all-consuming, exhausting, and difficult – is it the same for you, my friend? These are the times when I have to rely on the Lord – His strength is displayed in our … Continue reading
Boundless Art
Poetry to a poet is euphoria. Paint to an artist transcends an idea. Letters to a linguist are divine sounds. The heights of a craft knows no bounds. ©️2019 Rachel D. Lyne
The Best Gift
At a concert in a local church, my child knew their grandma was on stage singing. The church asked for a love offering for the singing group. My child wrote their name on the line of the offering envelope and … Continue reading
Tendency
Rationalize, prioritize, Conceptualize and fantasize; When will we realize To look at life through new eyes? Plans can change, schedules rearrange But when will we listen and be still? Routes and races, Challenges and faces; Swirling thoughts and foreign places; … Continue reading
Beacon of Light
Glancing out my car window on a usual weekday, I saw an unusual beacon of light in the sky piercing the muddled clouds. It was circular and solo, highlighted above lighter tones, underscored in beauty. Instantly, I wanted to be … Continue reading
Press On
A calling isn’t for the weak So, Lord, give me words to speak, To be bold, never to be meek; Your Kingdom alone to seek. Come praise and come critique Your words flow with the unique, For You, Lord, the … Continue reading
You’re Forgiven
You fell. You confessed. Forgiven, you got back up. You gave God the glory. Time passes… the enemy whispers… he puts doubts in your mind that you’re truly forgiven. Memories race and so does your heart. Are you in this … Continue reading
Poetry’s New Life
When the words are stilled And the muse is cold, When the rhyme has fled And the story left untold, Stoke the ember of hope inside; Rekindle the passion you did derive. To flow forth the colors of life in … Continue reading
Sailed On
In this past Sunday’s sermon, it was mentioned that sometimes in Christopher Columbus’ ship log, he would simply state, “Sailed On.” He eventually came upon some of the biggest discoveries of all time. When life demands more than we can … Continue reading
The End?
As writers, we not only love to write, we also love good stories. Good versus evil and the search for truth never gets old. It got me thinking late last night about the story of my life…the ups and downs… … Continue reading
Ember in the Ashes
Pile of ashes dead and cold; Mound of regret, stale and old; Lifeless and unmoving, hope itself disproving. Yet, with Your breath of life essence The ashes turn evanescent. Beneath the death was found an ember Illuminating the night, producing … Continue reading



