Emily Rodewald

Farming Faithfulness

The boys and I were driving down the road as we heard, “trust in the Lord and be happy and He will give you the desires of your heart,” coming from the radio. George looked at me and said, “yep, we all need a little joy.” I have always understood the trust part but haveContinue reading “Farming Faithfulness”

Painting

We bought a house from 1995, which is lovely but in need of a little tender, loving, care. I have been painting one room at a time, and yesterday I decided to tackle the dark red wall the was in the kitchen. Painting is a love/hate relationship for me, only because it is tedious workContinue reading “Painting”

A little Inconvenience

This weekend I flew to Michigan to lead worship for a conference. I was full of excitement to be a part of the conference and see our dear friends that partner with us in ministry, the Porta family. As I was flying to Michigan, I ended up having the strangest delay, missing my connecting flightContinue reading “A little Inconvenience”

Here On Earth

This last year, I wrote in my journal every word that described Heaven in the book of Revelation. I was in awe when I read what the apostle John was seeing as he had the opportunity to be taken in the Spirit and witness our eternal dwelling place. Words like, flashes of lightning, thundering, earthquakes,Continue reading “Here On Earth”

Availeth Much

This is my last evening on the plains of Oklahoma. There is a gentle breeze where I sit and gaze at the field that seems to be unending. I am in awe of our mighty Savior and amazed by what only He can do. These last few days I have had the opportunity to beContinue reading “Availeth Much”

Preperation

Since the 17th of August, our little family of four has been living out of suitcases and staying with our gracious friends and family. Today, we finally get to step onto our new land that God has provided and move into our home. I wish I could tell you I’ve been calm and collected during thisContinue reading “Preperation”

Multiply

We have all heard the phrase, “I’m running on empty.” This is something I say myself from time to time. This idea that we are spinning our wheels and going from here to there without stopping. Or giving so much of ourselves, but never feeling like we have anytime for us in return. It couldContinue reading “Multiply”

People Pray

“If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land” (2 Chronicles 7:14). A few years ago, a ministry organization called, Vision Beyond Borders, asked meContinue reading “People Pray”

There is Power

Peter and John went to pray, they met an old man on the way…. How many of you started singing the song from Sunday school? This old classic has been in my head the last few days, and as I was singing the tune in the shower, I felt the Lord ask me to readContinue reading “There is Power”

Equip

A few weeks ago, our family took a trip to beautiful Hawaii. A particular beach was different from all the others. It was a small section of sand and waves, but it was mighty. The waves rolled back and forth with power and echoed the sound of thunder. I looked at it with reservation asContinue reading “Equip”