For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.
Colossians 1:16-17
When things are not how I want them to be, whether those things are world events or minute circumstances of my life, this verse has been an excellent reminder to me of how God is in control of them all. Thrones, dominions, rulers or authorities are all created by God and cannot rule without God’s sovereign hand allowing it. And, even the tiny things are not outside His control, even the very nucleus of an atom is held together by God’s sovereign hand. All things were created for Him, and he holds everything together. Knowing that God is greater than my circumstances and is in control of everything gives peace and comfort in the midst of things I cannot control.
Studio Update:
Some unusual projects in the studio for the month of December. A mushroom tray, leather carving a sketchbook cover, and a random highland cow (because highland cows are cute…)
And, for fun, I thought I’d try to share a recipe a month this year. Here’s the first recipe:
Chocolate Almond Muffins
- 3 oz soft white wheat flour
- 4 oz all purpose flour
- 1 oz cocoa
- 4 oz brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 4 oz (1 stick) melted butter
- 4 oz melted chocolate
- 8 oz milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 eggs
- Almond slivers and chocolate chips (mostly just enough to mix in, but save some almonds to sprinkle on top)
In a large bowl, blend flours, cocoa, sugar, and baking powder. Add melted butter, melted chocolate, milk, vanilla and eggs to flour mixture and mix until just combined. Add almond slivers and chocolate chips. Spoon into 12 greased or lined muffin cups, and sprinkle with a few almonds to get toasty on top. Bake at 400F for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the muffin comes out clean.
That’s all for this month! Thanks for stopping by!
Blair