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Got a light?

I couldn’t see my hand in front of my face. My husband was standing mere inches from me, but there wasn’t even a hint of his handsome blue eyes in the darkness. We were in Hannibal, MO – or more accurately – under it. Inside Mark Twain Cave, we were exploring the caverns made legendaryContinue reading “Got a light?”

DO NOT WEEP. BEHOLD, THE LION

The situation seemed hopeless. No one could be found. No one. No one who could do the one thing that needed to be done. The one thing that would set things in motion…that would set all things right. So he wept. And wept. But then… Someone said to him the simple but powerful words thatContinue reading “DO NOT WEEP. BEHOLD, THE LION”

Holly or Holy?

I originally posted this Christmas 2011. I shared it again in 2014, but I thought I needed another reminder, so I am reposting it again this year. Thanks for visiting me at NennPen. Have a blessed and merry Christmas! -Kerry This season, will I… be surrounded by presents or be surrounded by His presence? haveContinue reading “Holly or Holy?”

T-REX IN MY CLOSET

I’m excited to announce the release of my first children’s book! I hope you – and the little ones in your life – enjoy it. I pray it brings you lots of grins, and giggles, and good times together! Here’s the scoop: There’s a T-Rex in my closet, and I don’t know what to do!There’sContinue reading “T-REX IN MY CLOSET”

PERFECT FRIENDSHIPS FOR IMPERFECT PEOPLE

It’s not easy. When you step off the playground, out of the classroom, and into the world of career and family, friendships are harder to define, develop, and maintain. What do healthy adult friendships look like? How can you be a better friend? And is it possible for imperfect friendships to glorify God? These areContinue reading “PERFECT FRIENDSHIPS FOR IMPERFECT PEOPLE”

Thirst

Didn’t make it to the well today.Too much to do.Busy, busy. Later, yes, later.Didn’t make it to the well today.Feeling thirsty,but don’t have the time.Didn’t make it to the well today.Supplies running low.Maybe tomorrow. Yes, tomorrow.Didn’t make it to the well today.Don’t think I need to.Probably I don’t need to.Didn’t make it to the wellContinue reading “Thirst”

GOD’S PROMISES ARE BEAUTIFUL

My husband called from the other room, “Look out back! There’s a rainbow!” Since I enjoy rainbow sightings immensely, I rushed to the window. Here’s what I saw: It was beautiful, so I stepped outside to get a better look. And I’m so glad I did! What a blessing from God to walk into myContinue reading “GOD’S PROMISES ARE BEAUTIFUL”

Grip

A short story by Kerry Nenn (Original posting: 5/19/14; Revised 5/19/21) Dedicated to Edward Lee Jones 11/14/43 – 5/19/10 He had laced up his shoes extra tight that morning. When you work hundreds of stories up, sure footing is essential. Double-knotted bows ensure no tripping hazards. Right now he wished he had not done so.Continue reading “Grip”

WE NEED BETTER WEAPONS

The battle is fierce. The strongholds, formidable. Daily, we face terror from without…and within. We walk into this battle with self-control, resolve, desire, strategy, innovation. We hope to see victory in our lives, our hearts, our relationships. We stare into the face of pain and struggle and dig in our heels in hopes of achievingContinue reading “WE NEED BETTER WEAPONS”

Here’s Your Rock Solid Playlist for 2021

As I step into 2021, a year of unknowns, I can take that step with confidence. How? Because no matter what happens, there’s Another In the Fire, standing next to me. No matter what comes my way, His presence is My Weapon, so I have nothing to fear. Because no matter what others say orContinue reading “Here’s Your Rock Solid Playlist for 2021”