Exciting News!
Low Tide Joy art is now available in Local Tides Artful Creations,
a shop dedicated to local artisans. Visit the shop in Venice, Florida
in the Historic Downtown district.
Some art will be offered in both the Venice shop and my Etsy shop, so if you have a favorite, remember - there's only one as each piece is unique! For more information about Local Tides, visit their Facebook page.
Do you sometimes feel like one of those Israelites wandering around in the desert? Trying to keep your focus on God, but often slipping? I sure do, and would like to encourage you to join along with me as I wander behind where God leads.
I am glad you are here, and I pray you find hope and joy in the words, art, and useful resources!
Seeking Joy
Summer is here!
... (unless you're in Southwest Florida - our summer started in March). Whether you go once a year or once a week, I've got some great suggestions for your next beach trip. Check out my Top 20 List of Tips & Gear.
If you're heading to sunny Florida, I've got the perfect book for you beach lovers. This came recommended to me, and it has been my go-to handbook for all-things beach related. If you look closely at the photo, I've even tabbed my copy to quickly find things. This is an excellent resource to identify not only seashells, but birds, plants and wildlife.
Finding hidden things...
Beachcombers know that the prime time for shell collecting is during low tide. As the water recedes off the beach, it reveals beautiful ocean treasures that have been hidden.
Scripture tells us that God has given us His hidden treasure. Isaiah 45:3 says,
"And I will give you treasures hidden in the darkness—secret riches.
I will do this so you may know that I am the Lord,
the God of Israel, the one who calls you by name."
And in Matthew 13, Jesus tells us about the man who discovers a hidden treasure in a field and is so filled with joy, he sells all that he has to buy the field. This parable is describing what the Kingdom of Heaven is like. Our joy is found in the Lord, and in knowing that we have a treasure awaiting us beyond our wildest dreams.
I encourage you to look for the hidden treasures in the every day. Some days can be so tough, but God always provides something for us to be thankful for. He places reminders about His love for us everywhere... we just have to look. Especially during low tide.