As an author, she focuses on Celtic and ocean themes for her mysterious, adventure-filled romances. But then, you NEVER know what might arise on the high seas…
Heidi Kortman’s published work features an eclectic mix of devotionals, short stories, flash fiction, and poetry. Her subject matter ranges from science fiction to everyday life and mixes the spiritual with the practical and mundane.
The Gardens of Digby Green: Roseland Digby Green leaned the handle of his shovel against the fork of a sapling as he surveyed his newest garden. Small, and private, not more than three feet by six feet, it fit perfectly into this clearing, with its mixture of light and shade. He’d mulched it well.
How much time have you spent during your life being thankful that vengeance isn’t our task? Even before I began this series of theology blogs, I decided that Thursday posts would focus on thankfulness. Then, it was because I’d experienced how unpleasant life could be without thankfulness, and I wanted a somewhat regular reminder of
Vengeance is the gift God wields against the enemies of His people. You probably think this a very odd gift, but remember that it’s a facet of God’s just character. Unlike all other gifts this blog has discussed to this point, ones given to believers and the church to develop Christlike character, God reserves vengeance
The Music of Spring: The Fountain As we matured, our music changed too. When we released the sixth disc, times were tense. Nete wanted a solo career, and the violinist we interviewed was reluctant to adopt a Muse’s name. The discussions, long, loud and bitter, left everyone on edge. “I’ve had enough of this,” Melete
Because of eternal life I give thanks in the meantime. Yesterday I gave thanks for steady rain that watered the earth without flooding. I was also thankful to live in a solid building that kept me dry throughout the lengthy showers. I thanked God for the breeze that rang the wind chimes He allowed me to
“The gift of God is eternal life.” This short phrase, made of such simple words, ought to energize leaps for joy. However, it’s entirely possible we overlook their impact. In fact, during these times, we might fall into cynicism, and ask why we would want eternal life. Sometimes we get shortsighted. There’s a secular song
The Music of Spring: That Doesn’t Say Spring The graphics department proposed shots of Greek ruins, photographed through color filters. All of us shuddered at the sight of the Parthenon beneath a salmon pink sky. “No, that isn’t even the right temple. If it were Delphi, or Parnassus, it still wouldn’t work. The picture has
Giving thanks for promises that will be kept effectively raises our awareness of God’s character. Isaiah 32 contains several promises that you might not have noticed in your studies before. “See, a king will reign in righteousness and rulers will rule with justice. Each man will be like a shelter from the wind and a
This week, we’ve reached God’s reassuring gift of kept promises. Another word to characterize this gift is consistency. Some people have counted over 7000 kept promises in the Bible.If you’re much like me, the prospect of spending time with someone inconsistent or unreliable isn’t appealing. All the cultures surrounding Israel and Judah practiced polytheism, worshiping
The Music of Spring: Spell That Wilson’s uncle gave ‘Spring’ its first recording contract, and me my first business headache. “I need your names for the liner notes,” he announced. “Speak up.” The Ferguson triplets told their names, and he scribbled on a notepad. He took the flutist’s name and the trumpeters’ too. Slapping his
