Hold my Hand, Words of my Heart by Texas Artist Laurie Pace

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10

When we are feeling insecure we reach out for someone's hand in comfort. All of us are needy in life and we seek something to bring us comfort.  Often we seek the wrong things in life.  It is only the Father that can refresh us and restore our balance in life. 

In advent we realize this promise comes through the birth of Jesus who gives His life for us, for our sin and our salvation.  God promises to strengthen us and help us... He will uphold us in his hand.

Words of my heart, Laurie
A Texas Artist Laurie Pace

Perfect and Flawless, Words of my Heart by Texas Artist Laurie Pace

Do  you own a quilt?  This is not even a quilt but it is an apron.  Our lives seem to be 'quilted' together with patches of experiences.  I fell in love with this apron as it had some of my freshest colors and designs and it brought joy to me.  No matter what experiences are patched together to make your life and you into the person you are today... know that God's way is perfect and flawless. You were made by Him.

Words of my Heart, Laurie
A Texas Artist Laurie Pace




As for God, his way is perfect: The Lord’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him. Psalm 18:30

The Joys of Memories, Words of my Heart by Texas Artist Laurie Pace

Remembering the joys of past years and memories that keep us smiling. Our grandson Jonathan is about 5 in this picture and he is turning 15 this summer.

Victoria, Emma and Jonathan 

If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” Luke 11:13


My mom once recently said to me that it is the memories of earlier years that fill her thoughts and keep her heart full. With my Dad's transition into Alzheimers and then his passing this year, Mom has gone through another door with God at her side. 


Throughout our lives we continue to pass from different times and places in life. Just knowing He is there with me, gives me the strength to know what is before me can be endured.  In the moments of trial and despair I cling to His love knowing I am apart of His family and He as my Father will protect me just as my earthly father did when he was alive.


Thoughts from my heart, Laurie
Texas Artist Laurie Pace