Adena M'lynn's Voice

    As the air shifts toward autumn, and September brings the last fruits of summer, and the temps are dramatically lower, I find myself in the kitchen tossing together salads that taste like both sunshine and the promise of cooler days. Food is never just food—it can be a metaphor, haha, you know it, it’s a metaphor used as a reminder, and nourishment for both body and spirit. Each ingredient whispers something about the nature of God. Lettuce – God’s Faithfulness Every salad begins with a foundation. Crisp green leaves hold everything together. Like lettuce, God’s faithfulness is the bedrock of our lives—steady, abundant, dependable. No matter what we add or how the recipe changes, His steadfast love endures. Tomatoes – God’s Generosity Bright, juicy tomatoes burst with flavor. They remind me of the generosity of God—overflowing blessings, vibrant color, and nourishment that surprises us with sweetness in unexpected places. Cucumbers – God’s Refreshment Cool slices of cucumb...

  By Adena M’lynn Seven birds perch on the wire each morning, their song reminding us to to breathe, to notice. In their wings they carry histories of deserts crossed, mountains climbed, and storms endured— just as we carry our own stories inside. The dove whispers peace. The eagle teaches courage. The owl keeps watch in darkness. The sparrow sings of humble endurance. Together they weave a thread of hope through the sky, stitching beauty into the bustle of our days. Their chorus is simple but eternal: Hold on, heart— rise and shine. Song on YouTube