Kristen is a writer, family doctor, and mother who loves all things creative. She writes a regular column for Christian Today as part of Press Service International, and has contributed to medical journals as a writer, reviewer and editorial team member. In 2019, Kristen was a joint recipient of the Basil Sellers Young Writers Award. She also runs two blogs (lostnowfoundk, lilyofthevalleysk), and enjoys making music, digital artwork and dresses.
As children of God, we do not just take a passive role in following God. We are sons, intercessors, warriors and ALIVE in Christ. It is Christ who overcame, so we could overcome, Christ with whom we are co-heirs in the kingdom of God, Christ with whom our lives are hidden [1 Corinthians 15:20, Romans … More Take it to the Lord in Prayer P3: Our Role as Intercessors and Sons
“Seek first the kingdom of God” – this is the attitude I want to have in everything I do. I feel it is one of the foundations God has set for me in my faith. When I seek first God’s kingdom, I never have to hold on to any worries! I know that my heavenly … More Take it to the Lord in Prayer P3: Peace in Submission
Eden is a name of emotion – beauty beyond our understanding, sin with roots and consequence entrenched in man’s being, fear of the Lord, and fervent desire for His presence. The breath of Eden radiates intimacy, curiosity, consequence, and yet promise. You can almost hear God weeping as man is exiled from His garden, and … More Envisioning Eden
Can we change God’s mind? The Bible tells us that God is all-knowing, that He has plans, and that He does not change His mind. Yet, it also tells us that prayer moves God’s heart. What kind of impact does prayer have, and how does God work in it? I think three things are important … More Take it to the Lord in Prayer P2: Perseverance in Faith
“Persistence”, “perseverance”, “giving it to God”, “peace” – what does it mean to cast all your cares upon the Lord? Does giving it up to God mean we just leave it and don’t think about it anymore? Can we have peace while still persevering in intercession? I felt the Lord highlight that the issue is … More Take it to the Lord in Prayer P1: Communication with God
The life of Elijah is interesting. He is a man with boldness, faith and honest weaknesses. One famous story is that of how Elijah calls the prophets of Baal to Mount Carmel for a test – the one who answered the sacrifice on the altar with fire would be declared God. So, four hundred and … More Extinguishing the Arrow of Loneliness P3: Alone in “Spiritual Privilege”
Easter almost passed me by this year. I was just off night shifts, back to days, worked on Good Friday, and had a 12-hour shift on Saturday. It was a good week and I enjoyed work, but I was also tired, and I got more exhausted toward the end of the week. I was involved … More I remember.
Strong, handsome, successful and powerful, King David was and still is revered as one of history’s great kings. Yet, this same David is resplendent in his failures and despair. Despite everything, there were times when King David just felt alone. He was pursued by many adversaries, his close friend, Jonathan, was killed, his son Absalom … More Extinguishing the Arrow of Loneliness P2: Alone in Worthlessness and Sorrow
People are afraid of being left alone. Driving to work the other night, I was struck by just how far the enemy’s arrows of loneliness have penetrated our hearts! It is a stealthy arrow whose initial strike is often undiscerned. It poisons hearts with fear of man and sucks them dry of true identity. It … More Extinguishing the Arrow of Loneliness P1: We are made to be relational
A dream scurried past the little boy, and he turned to catch up with it. It was like a flash of sun with the fragrance of woodland park, and a faint impression of fun-filled laughter. He raced along through darkened mist, but it did not frighten him. All along, He could see the glow of … More The Timekeeper
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