Tag Archives: Lord

Green pastures….

Posted on August 29, 2012 by lisasalan

Not another death. Why another funeral? My husband’s dear Uncle, another in a long line of funerals over the past 2 1/2 years. The 7th one, to be precise. He was another of that fine generation, a brave soldier who fought … Continue reading →

Posted in Christ, death, eternal life, free gift, funeral, God, Lord, Psalm 23, sacrifice, salvation, sin, Uncategorized, watercolor | Tagged Christ, funeral, God, Jesus, Lord, Psalm 23, salvation, shepherd, Uncle, WWII | Leave a comment

Nearly Perfect

Posted on August 24, 2012 by lisasalan

It was nearly perfect. You know the sort of day. Summer. Late afternoon, the low 80s. The sun still warm and inviting…not harsh, not too bright. The breeze….tender, caressing, so gentle; perhaps even imagined? Block out the street noise and hearken to … Continue reading →

Posted in Almighty God, birds, breathe, clouds, crickets, Eden, flowers, James 1:17, Jesus, Lord, no debt, squirrels, summer, sun, Uncategorized, willows | Tagged birds, clouds, crickets, Eden, flowers, James 1:17, Jesus, Lord, summer, sun | Leave a comment

Splendor Awaits

Posted on August 23, 2012 by lisasalan

Two little boys. Brothers. Both swept away by a current in Yosemite a few weeks ago. A few friends at my old church contacted me and asked me to pray for this family who are part of their congregation. My heart breaks … Continue reading →

Posted in brothers, comfort, God's handiwork, grief, heartbroken, II Corinthians 5:8, Jesus, John 14:1-3, nail-pierced hands, peace, Savior, Splendor Awaits, Yosemite | Tagged brothers, God, God's handiwork, II Corinthians 5:8, Jesus, John 14:1, John 14:2, John 14:3, Lord, nail-pierced hands, peace, Savior, Yosemite National Park | 3 Comments

Death, again

Posted on August 20, 2012 by lisasalan

I was just praying for him this very morning. He was someone, along with several others, who were part of a world that usually didn’t include Jesus or any thoughts of God. And now, I can scarcely believe the reports … Continue reading →

Posted in brain cancer, Christ, God, Jesus, John 11:25-26, kind, Red Baseball Cap, Revelation 14:13, suicide, Tony Scott, Uncategorized | Tagged Brain tumor, Christ, God, Jesus, Lord, Tony Scott | Leave a comment

Seasons of life

Posted on September 9, 2011 by lisasalan

I painted this “Sweet Gum” leaf for its amazing autumn violet (which is taking over its green hues of summer.) The cycle of deciduous trees is much like our lives. The strong bright green apparel of summer evokes warm, sunny, blissful days … Continue reading →

Posted in afflictions, autumn, brokenhearted, C.S. Lewis, chill, Christians, faith, God, grief, happiness, hope, Isaiah 40:31, Lord, peace, prayer, Proverbs 3:5, Psalms, Psalms 34:18, renew, season, strength, summer | Tagged C.S.Lewis, Deciduous, God, Isaiah 40:26, Isaiah 40:31, Lord, Proverbs 3:5, Psalm 34:18, Sweet Gum | Leave a comment

Two

Posted on August 11, 2011 by lisasalan

This is called “Two Buddies.” It’s a painting of my Mom’s dogs for her birthday this week. Happy Birthday, Mom! What I believe is immediately evident in this watercolor is that the dog on the right, “Chief”, is much older, eyes … Continue reading →

Posted in ALS, dogs, Ecclesiastes, German Shepherd, Lord, Two are better than one, watercolor | Tagged ALS, dogs, Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, German Shepherd, Lord, Two are better than one, two buddies | 5 Comments

Oh Happy Day!

Posted on July 29, 2011 by lisasalan

(I know this Green Sea Turtle doesn’t exactly look “happy” but since I’m the one who painted him I know he really is. :) And, I think the ocean and its bright yet serene colors make for a great “Happy Day” image. … Continue reading →

Posted in Christ, faith, funeral, God, green sea turtle, heaven, Jesus, Oh Happy Day, Parkinson's, prayer, salvation, Savior, turtle, watercolor | Tagged Christ, funeral, gospel, Lord, Oh Happy Day, Parkinson's, Purple Heart, salvation, Savior, sea turtle, WWII | 1 Comment

The Wish

Posted on July 19, 2011 by lisasalan

This is a watercolor I recently did of my beautiful little girl blowing out the candles on her cake at her 5th birthday. If I could have just one wish I wouldn’t ask to have my circumstances changed (although that would be … Continue reading →

Posted in afflictions, birthday, cake, eternal, II Corinthians, Lord, Savior, sins, watercolor, wish | Tagged birthday, circumstances, eternal perspective, II Corinthians 4:17-18, Jesus Christ, light afflictions, Lord, Savior, wish | Leave a comment

Comfort

Posted on June 30, 2011 by lisasalan

I have been praying for the friend of a friend whose son was serving in Afghanistan until recently, until he was the victim of a terrorist. He stepped on an explosive device designed specifically to maim and kill our young soldiers. I am … Continue reading →

Posted in Afghanistan, comfort, friend, friends, gratitude, Hebrews 13:5, Jehovah Shammah, Jesus, Lord, miracle, Savior, watercolor | Tagged Afghanistan, comfort, friends, gratitude, Hebrews 13:5, Jehovah Shammah, Jesus, Lord, miracle, pain, Savior, soldier, watercolor | Leave a comment

Endurance

Posted on June 17, 2011 by lisasalan

The brother-in-law of a very good family friend went home to be with the Lord last week. He was an uncommonly brave soul who endured years of debilitating pain as his body was attacked by brain and spinal tumors. Although I didn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in brain tumors, endurance, eternity, God, Hebrews 12:1, Jesus Christ, lighthouse, Lord, saints, suffering, Uncategorized | Tagged brain tumors, cloud of witnesses, endured, eternity, Hebrews 12:1, Jesus Christ, lighthouse, Lord, peace of God, saints, Satan, suffering | 2 Comments

Reflecting

Posted on May 20, 2011 by lisasalan

I have to say I just LOVE this watercolor ~ even if I do say so myself! The colors are so pretty but mostly the classic “dog” gaze is SO sweet! You have to just wonder what they’re thinking. (Of … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Corinthians 2:9, dog, God, I Peter 2:11, Max Lucado, reflection, Uncategorized, Yellow Lab | Tagged God, I Corinthians 2:9, I Peter 2:11, joy, Lord, Max Lucado, peace, Solomon, Yellow Lab | 2 Comments