Janis Van Keuren

Writing Heart-Filled Moments

Author: Janis Van Keuren

Camping in His Glory

Camping in His Glory

Rain pounded the metal room of our pop-up tent as we relaxed inside to the comforting sound while we read. It’s that forced moment of rest that we all long…
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Friendship Grows Together and Apart

Friendship Grows Together and Apart

 “Hand grasps hand, eye lights eye in good friendship, And great hearts expand, And grow one in the sense of this world’s life.” Robert Browning This past week our eyes…
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Compromising the Diet Fix

Compromising the Diet Fix

  Keeping fit has been a lifelong rollercoaster ride for me. The weight increases 10 to 20 pounds and I’m looking for a new diet fix. Just recently, as many…
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God’s Gracious Blessings

God’s Gracious Blessings

The Lord said to Moses, ‘Tell Aaron and his sons, “This is how you are to bless the Israelites. Say to them   ‘”The Lord bless you and keep you;…
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God’s Perfect Timing

God’s Perfect Timing

On our ride back from a San Diego weekend that glistened with joy, the love of family, and the closeness of friends, I carefully pulled my Bible with its broken…
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It’s Not Always What You Expect

It’s Not Always What You Expect

Every Tuesday as I push through the glass door of our local gym, I see the same older woman. On the same stationery bike. With the same bland expression on…
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Resting in His Presence

Resting in His Presence

Let the ocean waters wash over me carrying my stress into its foaming waves. Here with the roar of the crashing sea at my feet, I find the still presence…
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Are You Heading Down a Dead End?

Are You Heading Down a Dead End?

Have you ever wanted to drive right past that sign that says, “Dead End” ? Maybe the palatial mansions ahead beckon you to venture a safe distance down the road.…
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His Desert Majesty

Breathtaking views explode around every neighborhood in the Sonoran Desert. And the majesty of God is displayed for all to see! How majestic are your wonders, Oh Lord. We rejoice…
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