Welcome to Prayers and Promises
“Prayers and Promises” is a blog by Diana Rasmussen, which can be found at https://www.dianarasmussen.com
Diana Rasmussen is a multifaceted creative, known for her diverse contributions as an author, shop owner, songwriter, and worship leader. As the author of “Prayers and Promises,” she has touched the hearts of many with her insightful reflections and spiritual guidance, inspiring readers to deepen their faith and connect with their inner selves.
In addition to her literary pursuits, Diana runs her own shop, @Groovy_Grandma, on Poshmark, where she curates a collection of unique and stylish items, reflecting her vibrant personality and passion for fashion. Her shop is a testament to her entrepreneurial spirit and her commitment to providing quality products to her customers.
As a talented songwriter and worship leader at Janesville Apostolic Ministries, Diana uses her musical gifts to uplift and inspire congregations through heartfelt worship. Her songs resonate with themes of hope, love, and devotion, creating an atmosphere of praise and connection within the community.
With a blend of creativity, faith, and entrepreneurship, Diana continues to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those around her, sharing her passions and talents in every endeavor.
My name is Diana, and I’d like to welcome you here. I appreciate you stopping by today. I am a Faith Builder in the Kingdom. I usually write about what is on my heart for the day. My posts might include thoughts on Spirituality, Health, Healing, and Recovery from Depression and Domestic Violence. I write from my heart, some good things, and some not so good. I’m still human I guess!
I pray that you would find hope and peace in my blog and believe in yourself and God along the way.
PRAYERS AND PROMISES HAS BEEN FEATURED ON:
Janesville Apostolic Ministries
Healing Prayers and Promises
The Christian Gazette
Poet’s Corner
We Poet’s Show It
Secret Angel Ministry
Burning Fire Shut Up In My Bones – Share the Love
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Hi Diana – sorry to pester you – you’re a follower of the blog “Peace Hacks,” which has recently moved to a self-hosted site. If you’re still interested in receiving notifications for posts, you can go to peacehacks.com, click the “unfollow” button (it’ll only show if you’re logged in to wordpress), then click “follow” – done! Thanx for being part of our community. Hope to hear from you soon ~ Mark
Hi Diana. Thank you for following New things, I pray you are as blessed there as I am here. Looking forward to reading more of your journey.
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Hi Diana!
Thank you for following my blog!
It sounds like you have come to understand your identity as a daughter quite well.
thanks Dylan, God is so good! God bless you big, Diana
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I’ve nominated you for the quotes challenge. This isn’t an award but a chance to encourage others with your favorite quotes. Please do not feel obligated to participate, I understand time as well as motivation is necessary. I’ve chosen you to participate because I’ve enjoyed reading your blog and have found much that is quotable.
Awww thanks Ana. I’ll come on over and take a look. I love quotes;)
My dear sister in Christ, Diana
Today I have got such a great honor from you. Thank you very much you reblogged my post “Don’t look back.. Keep Moving forward” Your greatly kindness is much appreciated. Once again thank you so much. May God always bless you abundantly 🙂
You are welcome my sister. Peace and joy to you! Diana
Merry Christmas Diana, I hope you have a wonderful day tomorrow and a wonderfully God blessed New Year
Thank you Ana. Merry Christmas to you too Princess! 🎆
Thank you. Did you have a wonderful Christmas??
Yes. 15 pn Christmas Eve and 5 pn Christmas Day. Ms D is tired 😊
I understand – 10 days of cooking, then the cleaning and entertaining. I passed out after presents, didn’t even make our traditional breakfast.
Next year – PIZZA
Tomorrow will be better for both of us!
Thats funny. We did homemade pizza fior Xmas Eve, lol!
Pizza is good for ANY occasion 🙂
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What an AWESOME…AWESOME testimony!!! Praise God!!!
God is able… thank you Princess!
God bless you!! 🙂
Your site has given me so much hope! Thank you! I just nominated you for an award. http://annarosemeeds.wordpress.com/2013/12/08/duet-awards/
Thank you so much. God bless u!
You have a BEAUTIFUL site….you photos and graphics are wonderful…your words, touching. Most wonderful is the light you found at the end of a never ending journey. I am so glad you have found your way, your guidance,
Thank you Swiss Ami Mom, I am grateful too!
Thank you for liking my poem. I’m so glad that the Lord restored you to what and who He intended you to be. He’s amazing, isn’t He?
Yeah, quite the Master Builder, lol!
You have a beautiful blog, keep up the great work! I have nominated you for the Sunshine Blog Award.
You can learn all about it here
http://kastiyos.com/2013/11/27/kastiyos-nomination-for-the-sunshine-blog-award/
Thanks a lot!
Thank you, and God Bless you!
Thank you for visiting my blog and for deciding to follow my posts. I am looking forward to following yours for sure. Blessings, Natalie 🙂
Wow, this is powerful and amazing testimony! Praise Jesus! Blessings, Natalie 🙂
Thank you Natalie, yes Jesus is quite the carpenter! God bless you too beautiful 😉
I have nominated you for the 2013 Blog of The Year Award. Please understand that acceptance is not requisite, but do know how much you have blessed me. Should you choose to receive this nomination, further info can be found on my post: http://booknvolume.com/2013/11/23/off-my-trolley-with-gratitude/
I have nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award. Thank you for your craft and the inspiration it brings me.
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Rita
Thank you Rita, you are too kind. God bless you big! Diana
Hi Diana, thanks so much for your awesome comments on my poetry, I was pleased that they help you in that way and pray that God will continue speaking to you through them. God Bless you, Mike.
It’s amazing how people somehow find eachother from the same backgroung with almost the same story and come out of it with the same strength. I love that we fell upon eachother and I love your messages, story, valid raw points, and most of all inspiration. You who have come from the same darkness that once surrounded me as well are shedding light on the world with your beautiful soul…..this is rare for many survivors of abuse sadly many are inward or beg for pity not thinking that there are other’s out there like us that need desperately to know they are not alone! Thank you for being YOU! 🙂 Jacqueline
Thank you Jacqueline, you are a pretty bright light yourself! I am grateful to stand beside you…
You are very sweet, thank you 🙂
You are singing my song! I love your site and the challenges you present. Thanks for sharing! And thank you for checking out my blog. I’m glad you found me. Isn’t it encouraging to know God’s faithfulness knows no end, and we are not the only one who has experienced it?
You are so right Laura, I am grateful for God’s faithfulness. And I am happy we found each other too! 😉
thank you for your kind wishes on our anniversary
I am so happy for you. There are so many women who just continue in their relationships. I know it’s easy for us to say…leave him…and although our best intentions are at heart…it is not easy to do. So we also need to understand this and instead of telling them how, we have to show them how.
You are so right Kev, I had so many people “tell” me what to do, but only a few that would “show” me. Most women in this situation don’t even have access to cash near the end, or a vehicle. So when people say “just leave” it’s like “yeah, how?” With no money, no job, and no support system…not as easy as all that.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts today. I’m coming over to visit your blog next!
Thanks for dropping by my blog. Your story is one of anguish but also hope. It looks like a beautiful collection of memories. Cheers, Tanny
This is such a gorgeous blog–I love the name/title, “Prayers and Promises”. Praying for God’s blessings to overflow inside, outside, all around you!
Thank you my friend. God bless you too!
What an honest, hope-filled testimony! Traveled that abusive road also and share in your joys of overcoming. Looking forward to your inspired gems and God’s enhancements to your life. Shalom, Diana.
Thank you, Shalom as well Jeanne!
What a Beautiful testimony Diana! I look forward to reading more of your blog! Many Blessings, Hannah
Thank you Hannah, God bless you too!
Thank you for your honest story. I love the set up of your blog. I’ll be back to visit often.
Thank you Julie!
Hey, whoa! What’s up with the “rant gone missing?” You okay? You can contact me at batransformed1@yahoo.com if you need to chat.
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Lol, let’s just say I have a child I am praying for…thanks Tami
Aah. Kids. What a wonderful reflection they can be of our own hearts, eh? I often discover that their root issues that are making me crazy are also my own…and make the Lord crazy! 😉
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Dear Diana
Thank you for reblogging my post. I really appreciate it. Blessing 🙂
Hi Diana, I’ve been reading your blog and I really found it awesome and inspiring. Because of this, I nominated you for Liebster Award. There is no obligation to participate in this, but if you are interested, the details can be found here:
http://ebun23.wordpress.com/2013/09/19/the-liebster-award/
Hope it is ok. Continue writing! 🙂
Thank you for thinking of me, blessings to you Evan! Diana
Looks like we have some past issues in common. may God continue to bless you!! You have an amazing testimony..
Becki
wow, so do you Becki, I am a new follower!
Thank you
Thank you so much for reblogging my post 🙂
You are so welcome. Thank you for the amazing work you do to help those in need. God bless you!
and you 🙂
Hi, Diana. I am pleased to meet you and I am so glad and thankful that you dropped by my blog and followed. I wish you well in your mission. God bless you. 🙂
God bless you too Imelda, you are precious!
Princess, I’ve missed reading your blog and connecting with you via WordPress 🙂 Sometimes I get so lost in Facebook and miss a lot! Looking forward to getting caught up with you on here. I’ve missed you, Princess! Blessings!
Dear Diana
Thank you so much for following my blog. I am so honored. You have a great blog and I love it. I will follow you back. Thank you. Blessing to you.
Regards
Karina
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Thank you so much for dropping by wePoets. We really appreciate it. 🙂
Diane,
I’d like to share my story with you. Sounds like we share much experience in common.
For His glory I tell it of triumph:
http://40yearwanderer.com/2013/02/22/a-comfort-that-shouldnt-be-2/
Blessings,
Heather
40YearWanderer
Yep, been there too, thank you for sharing your story and giving us hope!
My Friend, We share a common bond…The love of Christ. In my poetry and song lyrics, God is always present. May God shine his blessings on you, Barb
Thank you for sharing your story Heather, you are right, we do have a lot in common! God bless you!
A beautiful story of deliverance. It’s great to obey God. I pray for your continued strength as you strengthen others. God bless you my dear.
Thank you Minister Gertrude, I appreciate your prayers. God bless you as well, Diana
Hello there my friend! I would like to tell you that I nominated you for another award. This time it is the “Sunshine Award.” This award recognizes a blogger whose writings “light up the dark corners of our minds” and I think this perfectly describes you!You can check it out on this link http://goodtimestories.wordpress.com/2013/08/04/the-sunshine-award-2/
Have a great day!!
Thanks for thinking of me Coach, but I have gone award – free. Thank you anyway, and God bless you my friend!
Hi. I just wanted to say I’m in Wisconsin too.
I love the new background, beautiful color.
Thank you Jubilee, wanted it to be easier to read! I love your photography – instant vacation for me!
Thanks, a lot of places near and dear to my heart
Thank you for liking my poetry and hope you enjoy the rest 🙂
Thank you kindly for dropping by my blog 🙂
Amen, looks great, I’ll be back!
Love what you are doing with your gifts and talents to bring glory to God!! He’s definately using you to further his kingdom!!! Many Blessings as He continues to use you, your blog and your ministry.
Thank you and God Bless you too Booklovers1!
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Diana, thanks so much for your help with SoundCloud. I’m testing it today. I included a link to your blog by way of showing my gratitude. May the Lord continue to bless you as you so ably equip the saints to carry out the works that God has prepared for us to walk in!
Love you!
Tami
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Awwww, thanks Tami, God’s abundance upon you!
Hi Diana…….thanks for stopping by ‘Unwalled”……..I’m glad that “Fashion Distraction in the House of God” was a blessing to you……..may the Lord bless you as you use your blog to share the Light He has entrusted to you…..Shalom!…….Kim
Hi, Diana. There’s a One Lovely Blog award waiting for you…http://lessonsbyheart.wordpress.com/2013/06/09/whatever-is-lovely-award/ 🙂
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Thank you Cheryl, I appreciate your kindness and your encouragement. I truly never thought any of these stories or poems would come out. I am honored and blessed, thank you Jesus!
Greetings, my beloved friend. This is to notify you that I have awarded you 7 Lovely Awards just because you’re worthy. May God bless you abundantly, my friend, and you may find out more information on the awards here… http://burningfireshutinmybones.wordpress.com/2013/05/26/7-lovely-awards/
Love,
Cheryl
Thank you Cheryl, I will pass the torch and the love…
Love you sis!
Diana
Thank you for checking out my blog. I see we have similar life situations. It’s amazing to me the way God brings people together. I wish you all the best blessings in your living out the testimonies of what God has done in your life. As the Bible says in Revelation, “we overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony.” Amen!
Thank you Laura, God is amazing, I agree! I love your by-line “Hope. Healing. Redemption. Nothing is impossible with God.” God bless you and enlarge your territory beautiful!
Thank you!
Diana,
I would like to feature your blog for June’s Share the Love. If this is ok with you, please let me know by emailing me at cshowers@live.com. Also, please share with me your favorite post (or posts) for it, and anything else you would like to share with my readers. Hallelujah! I was wondering who the Lord would lead me to feature this time. 🙂
Love you,
Cheryl
Thank you Cheryl, what an honor. I will email you…God’s abundant peace and joy to you!
I have to tell you that I LOVE your gravatar–it’s Blue, my fave color; and my failing vision has some lovely benefits, in that I thought it was a “Crown”! I realize now that it’s not–but it’s still wonderful! God bless you BIG, as He continues to pour Himself into you so that you can share and minister to others. As He strengthens those of us who were/are so wounded, we have much to offer–great testimonies to bring His Hope. love, sis Caddo
Thank you so much Caddo-Jael, you are a treasure and a sparkling gem in His hands – priceless, beautiful, and worthy. Looking forward to reading more of your posts and getting to know you!
Diana – I’ve nominated you for the Mystical Allure Award because you deserve it.
http://burningfireshutinmybones.wordpress.com/2013/05/16/mystical-allure-award/
Love you much,
Cheryl
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Diana, thanks for the blessing of your visit! Your words are very refreshing! God bless!
You have been nominated http://theseeker57.wordpress.com/2013/05/10/an-award-with-no-rules-thank-you-utes-happy-world/
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Nice to see you drop by my blog, I’m originally from Wisconsin, used to go to meetings in Janesville at a place called “The Barn” there is a chance we know some of the same people.
We might, what a small world. I don’t think The Barn is still up, but I have heard great things about those times. God bless you brother!
Thanks for the visit to my blog. I’m going to be reading more of yours. God bless!
Warmest regards,
Mary
Thank you Mary! I love your blog title! <3<3<3
Thanks! Enjoy your weekend!
Hi Diana
So glad you are part of the Napomo… enjoyed reading your poems and your bio
Have a beautiful day!
Thanks for stopping by my blog, and deciding to follow along! I consider it an honor to have you join me on my journey!
I hope you have a great week!
Thanks again – Becky
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I love your sense of adventure & creativity! Thank you beautiful!
You are welcome and on top of Reality, you have been Tag.
You crack me up girl, giving me the Reality Award. There’s a post right there, what is reality? I’ve known many…thank you beautiful, I will get there!
That is why you are the one of the best recipient for it, sweetie.
So this is your third time. Thanks for the encouragement you’ve provided both for me and a friend going through tough times. I’m nominating you for the very inspirational blogger award. thanks again for the inspiration. http://storytellerdavis.wordpress.com/2013/04/11/the-very-inspiring-blogger-award/
Thank you Paul, you are so kind. I appreciate your nomination, and your friendship. God bless you brother!
We have a lot in common… I so look forward to exploring your blog and thank you so much for visiting mine.
Hello Diana! I look forward to really diving into your blog. Also, thank you for following my blog at http://faith1stministries.com I hope it has and will continue to be a major blessing in your life. May God richly bless you as you continue to write and blog. Please continue with us on this journey and remember to have Faith 1st because the “just shall live by his faith.” — Sebastian
You and your blog are a wonderful blessing Pastor. I am grateful that God is taking back ALL lines of communication on the internet. I can’t tell you how many Christians I know who have now started blogging. Thank you Jesus! Peace and joy, Diana
Thank you Diana! The internet is a wonderful tool for the Gospel of Christ. However, it is the Christian’s responsibility to take ownership of technology and use it for God’s Glory! When we do, we will see the “greater works” being done. May His best be yours!
Hi Diana – I’ve nominated you for the Shine On Award, Beautiful Mama Blog Award, and Super Sweet Blogging Award. Please don’t feel pressured to accept any of them. I simply chose you because I felt that your blog was worthy of those awards. If you would like to accept any or all of the awards, you may do so by clicking onto this link:
http://burningfireshutinmybones.wordpress.com/2013/04/05/shine-on-award-beautiful-mama-blog-award-super-sweet-blogging-award/
As I said before, please don’t feel any pressure to accept. I just wanted to bless you, because your blog blesses me.
Much love,
Cheryl
Hello and thank you for following me, I truly admire your honesty and I hope that blogging helps you as much as it helps me. 😉
Yes, I never really thought of myself as a blogger. I am glad I was wrong, I am having a blast! Plus, I get to meet lots of great people like you! 😉
Thank you that is definitely one of the best things about wordpress!!
Looks like you and I have an awful lot in common! I write to share the hope I have found after being launched on my own healing journey. Blessings to you as you share what God has done in your life!
And God’s blessings to you too sister!
Please accept this award
http://prayingforoneday.wordpress.com/2013/03/19/the-very-inspiring-blogger-award/
The Very Inspiring Blogger Award
Thanks
Shaun
Bless you and your ministries. Thank you for your faitbfulness in presenting the Gospel.
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You are one of the 11 blogs that I’ve chosen to award the “Liebster Award”. Check it out for more details.
http://jubileejourney.wordpress.com/2013/02/22/liebster-award/
Hello Diana!
I would like to tell you that i’ve nominated you for the VERY INSPIRING BLOG AWARD. you can check it out here http://merelyinspired.wordpress.com/2013/02/19/whats-going-on-very-inspiring-blogger-award/
Have a good day!
-Catherine Joy
Thank you beautiful, I am honored. Your poetry is amazing! 🙂
Thank you for visiting Shadows and leaving a “like” today.
awesome blog beautiful, I will come back!
Good Morning, Diana. What an inspirational testimony. I am so glad you are following a God given calling. To read what you have gone through, it’s remarkable how you have risen and anointed by God. I feel humbled and blessed to be at your presence. Many blessings to you. Perpetua.
Ohhhh stop, u are making me blush girl! God truly does light up the darkness, and you inspire me to keep going. Thank you, for your living testimony as well girl…
PRAISE GOD FOR YOUR DELIVERANCE!
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
Amen! Thank you, I appreciate you coming to visit. May God enlarge your territory beautiful…