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I especially enjoy writing about Biblical Womanhood as well as the application of Biblical theology from the perspective of a woman longing to communicate my love for who God is as revealed in His Word of knowable and applicable truth and NOT who I imagine He is from some sentimental, me-centered perspective that is based on relative, roller-coaster ride of self-sustained religion 'truth'. In other words, I like to encourage others to press on in His truth and His love for His glory.

But then, everything I have written has likely been said a whole lot better by someone else. I definitely have no insight that is deeper than what God has already revealed. Therefore, if you find anything of value here than give God the glory!

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"Lisa at Deo Volente is another blogger that I'd love to meet with and share some coffee. She's been through some rough circumstances in her life, and she's come through them clearly showing the grace of God, and honouring Him through those circumstances. Her various posts are sometimes funny, often really make you think, and always theologically sound."-Jen at JoythruChrist

Lisa is passionate about her reformed faith and her posts reflect how her faith is practically applied to situations in her life. Very difficult ones, from time to time...Ukrainiac

"Lisa's site has become one of my new favorites to read and to participate. I think she brings a nice touch to the application of theology to everday life as a woman and as a mother. It's sort of like Secret— strong enough for a man, but made for a woman." -Young Wilderness Voice

"Praise the Lord! I have finally found the sold-out, brainy Christian women bloggers, and from what I can tell so far, most of them are Reformed to boot! I knew they had to be out there somewhere. It was just a matter of time. I was directed to Lisa’s blog this morning ...which led to Carla’s blog ... and these are leading me to many others." -Katy at Logoscentric

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Monday Madness: Just Reminiscing

I grew up watching alot of TV. My dad was committed to raising 3 children on his own from the time I was 6 to the age of 13. I was the youngest of the 3. But he had to work and he did the best he knew how. I can't say that it was easy, but I do have alot of respect for my dad for not giving up. It was especially unheard of back then for a man to take on raising children without a wife. But like I said... he didn't give up.
One of my favorite shows to watch was Schoolhouse Rock. I liked their catchy toons and alot of them have stayed with me even though I am almost 40. It is how I learned about the constitution and memorized the preamble way before it was taught in school.

Posted by Lisa on September 18, 2006

Comments

Wonderful site you have here! Thanks for visiting and leaving a comment recently at Windows to My Soul. I'll be back for more!

hugs,
Vicki

Posted by: Vicki | September 18, 2006 09:47 AM

With the influx of people who seem to hate my blog, it sure is refreshing to get new people who aren't resorting to name calling and false accusations.

Thank you for your words of encouragement. My last big egalitarian "hate-mail fan" told me disdainfully that I will have to answer for every word I write. I'm actually thankful for that and I am also very thankful for my church family that holds me accountable to what I write. Why do you think my heart and fingers tremble every time I hit post? Because I fear God more than man, and way more than egalitarian "hate mail fans"

Thank you for your kind words.

His servant for His glory,
Lisa

Posted by: 4ever4given | September 18, 2006 03:15 PM

I loved the Schoolhouse Rock.

I'm sorry you've been getting hate mail. But I am glad that you have the proper perspective on it. Keep writing.

Posted by: Marcia | September 19, 2006 08:50 AM

By the grace of God alone, Marcia.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to comment.

Posted by: 4ever4given | September 19, 2006 10:04 AM

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"I will feed My flock and I will lead them to rest," declares the Lord GOD. "I will seek the lost, bring back the scattered, bind up the broken and strengthen the sick..." Ezekiel 34:15-16

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