Spring Returns

Spring Returns

by Anna Haiar Awakening the Soul “Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?” Isaiah 43:19, English Standard Version As winter loosens its grip and the days grow longer, the arrival of spring reminds us that light is overcoming darkness. The earth begins to awaken. Buds form, […]

Broken Pieces, Holy Design

Broken Pieces, Holy Design

by Anna Haiar The Mosaics of Grace “You shall be holy, for I am holy.” 1 Peter 1:16, English Standard Version A mosaic is made of many small, broken pieces. Glass, stone, or tile is set carefully into place to form something beautiful. Looking close, the pieces can look rough and imperfect. But if we […]

Hope Beneath the Soil

Hope Beneath the Soil

by Anna Haiar Not Everything that Looks Dead is Gone “Unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit.” John 12:24, English Standard Version At this time of year, the garden looks completely lifeless. The beds are bare, the soil is cold, […]