‘Til He Appeared

With the arrival of Jesus, the world felt its worth. This declaration is for you. His coming was not just for the world then, his coming was for you. And in that arrival, you are presented with a clear picture of your worth. Every Christmas scent or scene, every gathering to celebrate and every quiet moment in front of a Christmas tree, every sparkle of a Christmas light or tune that gets stuck in your head; these all point to something more.

Tesheba Oliver 11/9/21 Tesheba Oliver 11/9/21

Wait Well

I was in the school pickup line for 20 minutes. I was thinking, wow this is a long line, I could be doing something else. I don't like to wait in long lines at the store, at the gas station, or anywhere. Perhaps my lack of patience gets the best of me. Sometimes waiting is inevitable, so how do I wait well? What is the point of my waiting? What is it that God is growing in me during this lapse in time?

Tesheba Oliver 9/27/21 Tesheba Oliver 9/27/21

Finding Humility In The Wisdom of Christ

I don’t know about you, but I really like being right. As a new believer, I loved the idea that truth is knowable. An all-powerful and all-knowing God made Himself known to ME by coming to earth to die for MY sins and has given ME the ability to know Him and tell other people how great He is??? In the past, you could find me on social media or in relationships telling others about truth and boy, was I proud that I was someone who “knew it”! You guessed it, another opportunity for me to be right.

Tesheba Oliver 2/22/21 Tesheba Oliver 2/22/21

When the Sun’s Light Fails

I walked under a bright sky once. The day was new and the sun was lending its light, as graciously commanded by its Creator. I accepted the grace not realizing it was a gift and therefore not turning to say “thank You.” I presumed the light would shine on my entire day because, afterall, I had things to do. I went about using the light, enjoying the light, assuming the light would remain.

Tesheba Oliver 9/14/20 Tesheba Oliver 9/14/20

Protection, Power, Preservation-Ruth

This summer has been one for the books. So many events have taken place that evoke lots of emotions, changes, and questions. Our desire to be protected is at an all-time high.

Tesheba Oliver 3/26/19 Tesheba Oliver 3/26/19

Garden Season: Being Content and Finding Joy in My Garden

I’m learning to find contentment and joy despite my circumstances. I’m still learning. It’s been a journey and has not happened overnight.

Tesheba Oliver 2/19/19 Tesheba Oliver 2/19/19

The Trajectory of Brokeness

When my son breaks a toy he brings it to me expecting me to be able to restore it something he can use for his pleasure. He comes to me with hope based on the fact that I have been able in the past to restore his broken toys.