Sometimes I forget that we have authority in Christ. Kingdom Authority to rule over darkness, cast out demons, heal the sick, and advance the Kingdom. Just walking in the authority of Jesus Christ we have the power to change atmospheres. That is what I wrote this song about. KINGDOM GROUND Copyright 2026 Diana Rasmussen [Verse … Read more
Occasionally I come across things that help me heal and I feel compelled to share it. I was raped when I was a teenager. I didn’t talk about it until I was in my 30’s in counseling. Sexual abuse made me feel dirty no matter how many showers I took. It affected my first marriage … Read more
Hi, my name is Diana. I am a wife, a mother, a grandmother. All things I am proud to call myself. I am also blessed to be a musician, keyboard player, and worship leader at our local church. I am grateful to use the gifts God gave me for His glory and His kingdom. What … Read more
Rise Like Fire Quotes “I survived because the fire inside me burned brighter than the fire around me.” – Unknown “From the ashes, a fire shall be woken, A light from the shadows shall spring…” — J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring Sometimes the worst thing that happens to you, the thing you think … Read more
My mom Linda Roelle passed away on September 11, 2012 in Reno, NV. It was a really hard time for all of us and I still miss her terribly every day. Here is a song I wrote to remember her. We all have people we have loved and lost. But remember, they may have passed … Read more
I have found myself trying to isolate lately as I embark on this radiation journey. (See more at: Navigating Breast Cancer Part 1 and Part 2). I almost skipped church last week. I got dressed and ready, and then it was like, “Can’t I just stay home?” The thought lingered for a moment. I could … Read more
So here I sit. I got diagnosed with breast cancer a few weeks ago. You can read about it here: Navigating Breast Cancer – Part 1. Currently I am sitting in my Doctor’s office awaiting my pathology report from surgery #1. It is 5 minutes before I walk in when my husband Bob surprises me … Read more
I remember sitting in the Doctor’s office. My husband came along for the lab report. By this time I have had 2 mammograms, an ultrasound, and a tissue biopsy of my left breast. There was nothing on my personal MyChart of course. I think the Doctors like to tell you the bad news in person. … Read more
This is the day the Lord made, let’s celebrate it! Here is a fun song I found from Forrest Frank that made my day. Plus the latest one I wrote too, “I Love You Lord”, with some Bible verses that remind me to CELEBRATE! CELEBRATION By Forrest Frank 2025 Lyrics You, you, you, you, you … Read more
I have been listening to a new audio book on Audible, A Time to Selah by Lana Vawser. At the beginning of chapter 3 she brings up a good question about a new level of normal. She says thatGod isn’t raising up chickens, but He is raising up Eagles. We are not chickens who walk … Read more
‘Hear Our Prayer This Day In the quiet sanctuaries of our own hearts,let each of us name and call on the One whose power over usis great and gentle, firm and forgiving, holy and healing … You who created us,who sustain us,who call us to live in peace,hear our prayer this day. Hear our prayer … Read more
We all have situations in life that try to destroy our peace. Perhaps it is a health crisis, a financial crisis, a relationship emergency, or a hurting heart that comes up. Our first response may be fear. That’s natural. It’s ok to be afraid when chaos comes. It I have found that I can either … Read more