In the moments when you are still, you are listening.

In the stillness, you are relinquishing control.

In the stillness, you find rest.

From the beginning, it seems…when you read God’s story, He didn’t create us for 6 days of stillness and 1 day of work. In His image, it’s understandable that we actively apply our gifts, while trusting in His provision to get through each day as the days form into weeks and years. And yes, these bodies He gave us to handle our days are miraculous. But as we grow up into them we realize that we cannot go on indefinitely without the stillness of sleep. Then as we mature in our faith, we realize we cannot go on indefinitely without the stillness of prayer, or the restoration of peace. It would seem God created Sabbath in part to let us know that we are not who He is on our own. He is in true love with our need for Him.

In stillness, I believe is where God invites us to receive Him without any idea-generating on our part. To reconnect our tattered heartstrings to Him, and be refilled with His kind of grace.

Consider Psalm 46:10 which opens with “Be still and know that I am God.” This Psalm was inspired by a time when a mighty enemy army was threatening to destroy a nation. Their King, Hezekiah, was a Godly man: wise, busy, and I’m sure hard-working. However, when a superpower enemy surrounded his beloved nation, he chose only to trust in the Lord for their deliverance. Instead of their impending annihilation, a nation surrendered only to God witnessed the defeat of their attackers, by God alone. God Himself spoke to the heart of one who followed Him completely: “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” (Psalm 46:10). He did what only God can do. And it’s good for us to remember, that when we are worn down we too can be easily attacked by the lies of an enemy power. Lies about incompetence, defeat, inability…enemies called cancer, heart disease, divorce, death, job loss.

Yet we serve a God who masters a grand plan, even when we are still. Psalm 107:29 tells us:

He stilled the storm to a whisper; the waves of the sea were hushed.

Can we do that without God? And isn’t is reassuring to know that Psalm 139:18 sings:

…When I awake, I am still with you.

Be still with God. Even if just for a small moment. Even if it’s, like the Proverbs 31 woman, because your getting up “while it is still dark” to provide food for your family. Be still a moment while packing that lunch.

And be glad that an Almighty and Ever-Loving God is in control.

Trying to “un-busy” along with you;
Lia

Tell the world, or gift someone you admire with the big, bold news that Christ came not to condemn, but to give life everlasting.

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Stamped by hand in ultra-large letters across a 1-inch wide hand-hammered sterling silver pendant, and joined by the verse address (John 3:16), this gorgeous creation on 18-inch sterling silver ball chain tells the story of the ultimate sacrifice (crimson Swarovski crystal) offered by Jesus (white freshwater pearl), that reconciles every believer into God’s glory forever. Makes a wonderful gift of encouragement for teens, or appreciation gift for youth ministry leaders.

Love is the answer, love is the gift. Wear it, give it, and be God’s love.

Comes with scripture card explaining the meaning of John 3:16, and silver polishing cloth.

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Personalize this gift by choosing the verse you’d like reflected on the included scripture card. Consider John 15:1:
I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener.

or the refreshing Matthew 6:28-29:
And why do you worry about clothes? See how the lilies of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these.

or the powerful seed-potential of Mark 4:30-32:
Again he said, “What shall we say the kingdom of God is like, or what parable shall we use to describe it? It is like a mustard seed, which is the smallest seed you plant in the ground. Yet when planted, it grows and becomes the largest of all garden plants, with such big branches that the birds of the air can perch in its shade.

Whatever verse makes your own soul blossom, or makes the perfect gift for a natural beauty, brave believer, or nurturer in your life — enter it in the personalization box, and its meaning will be reflected on the accompanying scripture card. If you need help choosing a verse, simply click the Contact Us button — we’re blessed to serve.

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And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.

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Wear it to embrace the final words in this cherished portion of scripture that defines love as kind, patient, trustworthy and eternal. Blue stone (the Biblical hue of faith) and pink freshwater pearl (signifying hope) gather on delicate 18-inch sterling chain atop a 3/4-inch wide hand-stamped and hammered sterling silver heart, proclaiming you believe in love as the foundation of life.

Perfect for graduation, new baby, or ministry appreciation gifts. A treasure for weddings and anniversaries.

Comes with 1 Corinthians 13:13 scripture card and silver polishing cloth.

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This strong-and-soft combo is finished with a sterling silver clasp and 2 inches of sterling silver extender chain, in your choice of three lengths, and either a hammered or smooth finish on your accompanying charm. So versatile, it can be worn dressy or casual, in the wearer’s favorite of four suede hues. Makes a gorgeous gift for Bible Study leaders, best friends, sisters, moms or teachers. A very personal reminder that His promises are forever, and your daily walk shines the way to life in Him.

Comes with custom-written scripture card and silver polishing cloth.

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This 2mm thick braided leather and sterling silver duo necklace is finished in three length options with a sterling silver clasp, in your color preference of black or light brown.

A can’t-be-missed way to say whose and who you are.

Comes with custom-written scripture card and silver polishing cloth.

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This delightful suede and sterling silver creation is finished in either of two length options with a sterling silver clasp and 2 inches of sterling silver chain, in your preference of thinner double-strand (see center necklace in photo) or thicker single-strand suede colors, and is completed by an eye-catching sterling silver center-drop with your choice of a heather gray opalescent glass pearl, blush pink freshwater pearl, or radiantly clear faceted crystal with aurora borealis finish.

Inspired by your requests for a youthful/tween option using our two charm sizes (3/4″ and 1/2″) without the sliding adjuster bead in back, this beauty makes a spectacular birthday, baptism, confirmation, graduation, or wedding gift…or your own go-with-everything favorite.

Comes with custom-written scripture card and silver polishing cloth.

I believe God wants to remind you, before you think you have to gather referrals, build a following, or accumulate degrees, that if you believe He sacrificed his only Son to save you, you have a hope worth sharing. It’s a light you own, that keeps lifting you back up again. And God knows it shines brightly enough to light the way for others. Just listen to His 2 Corinthians 3:3 love letter to you:

You show that you are a letter from Christ, the result of our ministry, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of human hearts.

I like to think that although Paul was writing this letter to his Corinthian church, God intends it for you today. When He speaks of the “result of our ministry” it is a sweet and subtle reminder that God is with you in your Christian walk, always. This life is “ours” together with Him.

This section of scripture goes on to suggest that there is another “letter” that can be a barrier to your own letter. That is to say if we are hard-hearted and short-sighted, following only man-made rulings “to the letter”, we may miss being the love letter that is written every moment by the Spirit within us:

Such confidence as this is ours through Christ before God. Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God. He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant—not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life. (2 Corinthians 3:4-6)

So, dear friends, be yourselves in Him. Be willing to share with someone that your imperfect life is lit from inside by sentiments God wants others to hear from regular you. You don’t have to be a fix-it wizard, or have the perfect answer. Just someone who comes alongside in the Spirit of Christ. Unafraid of others’ failings, willing to share the bearing of burdens. When you hug someone or take time to listen, it has a similar effect on their heart as having taken the time to write them a personal letter.

You are God’s letter. What an honor to live in that truth.

Writing it out with you,
Lia

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One-inch wide sterling silver pendant is cupped and hand-stamped with a personalized verse that speaks to your heart and soul. Completed with your choice of a singular, dazzling blue (to signify faith) or clear (to signify purity) crystal centered below a brown semiprecious stone accent. Finished with a sterling silver lobster clasp at your choice of three lengths.

Beautiful, eye-catching…an everyday favorite way to glorify.

Comes with custom-written scripture card and a silver polishing cloth.