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Olive Tree Blog
Welcome to the home of the 1-minute Photo Devotion featuring an original picture (taken by yours truly or a friend) plus a scripture, prayer, quote, and thought. Olive trees symbolize peace, wisdom, and endurance.
Be blessed.
"But as for me, I am like a green olive tree in the house of God; my trust is in the tender mercy of God forever and ever." —Psalm 52:9


EWTN 3: An Instrumental Role
Praised the LORD every day with resounding instruments dedicated to the LORD. — 2 Chronicles 30:21 NIV At EWTN studios, the chapel windows are graced with shadows of angels — their instruments outlined clearly. The emphasis is not on each individual angel but on the instruments being played. The part we play is one element of a bigger picture which is much greater than ourselves. Prayer Great God, conductor of the whole world, help us to use our skills to glorify You and not

Lisa Livezey
Oct 16, 20252 min read


EWTN 2: Quite the Dish!
And the Lord opened her heart to be receptive. — Acts 16:14 CPDV A satellite dish is shaped to capture and receive signals from high...

Lisa Livezey
Oct 9, 20252 min read


EWTN 1: Control Room
It was for this reason that I appointed you, so that I may reveal my strength by you, and so that my name may be described throughout all...

Lisa Livezey
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Vocational Location
Whatsoever you do in word or in work, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, giving thanks to God and the Father by him. ...

Lisa Livezey
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Nothin' Stoppin'?
'And I will say to my soul, Soul, you have ample goods laid up for many years; relax, eat, drink, be merry.’ But God said to him, ‘You...

Lisa Livezey
Sep 18, 20252 min read


Pain & Injury
No matter how hard we try to plan and prepare, pain and injury will mark seasons of our lives

Lisa Livezey
Sep 11, 20252 min read


By God's Help
And we continue onward and upward — by God's help.

Lisa Livezey
Sep 4, 20252 min read


Lower Lights Burning
In those days there was no king in Israel. — Judges 18:1 NRSV The uppermost candle is out, but the lower candles on each side shine brightly. Sometimes a leader is absent. Perhaps it is due to burnout, retirement, other commitments, or maybe even a differing viewpoint. There are times when the leading light may grow dim or could fail to shine. But the lower lights can still glow with the perpetual light from Heaven. And the glory of God will continue in that place. Prayer

Lisa Livezey
Aug 28, 20251 min read


From Skyscraper to Sanctuary
Recognize that He is near, right at the door. — Matthew 24:33 NASB An historic church, built 170 years ago, sits in the foreground....

Lisa Livezey
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Power Struck
Jacob was left alone; and a man wrestled with him until daybreak. When the man saw that he did not prevail against Jacob, he struck him...

Lisa Livezey
Aug 14, 20252 min read


Praying Thrice
Blessed are those who dwell in thy house, ever singing thy praise! —Psalm 84:4 RSV It is said that to sing to the Lord is to pray...

Lisa Livezey
Aug 7, 20251 min read


Got Dirt?
The LORD, who makes a way. — Isaiah 43:16 NRSV At times we might feel like we’re slugging through mud while those beside us have the...

Lisa Livezey
Jul 31, 20251 min read


Riveted
And everyone who hears these words of mine and does not act on them will be like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain...

Lisa Livezey
Jul 24, 20252 min read


Morning Light
By the tender mercy of our God, the dawn from on high will break upon us. — Luke 1:78 (RSV) It is early morning and the entire day lies...

Lisa Livezey
Jul 17, 20251 min read


God and Garbage
For he was mindful of us in our affliction: for his mercy endureth forever. — Psalm 136:23 (DRB) Behind the building's impressive front,...

Lisa Livezey
Jul 10, 20252 min read


Awesome God!
I give you praise, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for although you have hidden these things from the wise and the learned you have...

Lisa Livezey
Jul 3, 20251 min read


Being Held Back
They traveled through the Phrygian and Galatian territory because they had been prevented by the holy Spirit from preaching the message...

Lisa Livezey
Jun 26, 20251 min read


Spinnaker Spirit
The wind blows wherever it pleases. – John 3:8 (RSV) The wind was light on the bay – about five knots. Gaining momentum proved a...

Lisa Livezey
Jun 19, 20252 min read


Windblown
And they stood her in front of them. — John 8:3 (CPDV) Ever feel like you've been hung out to dry? Jesus cares and shines His warmth...

Lisa Livezey
Jun 12, 20251 min read


Ready and Waiting
And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” — Isaiah 6:8...

Lisa Livezey
Jun 5, 20251 min read
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