Stories & Posts
Stories, insights, and reflections from a lifetime at the piano.
You Have Granted Me Life
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When God Stopped a Runaway Range Rover in Costa Rica
What do you do when a heavy Land Rover starts rolling toward you and the brakes fail? I’m sharing a story from my time in Dominical, Costa Rica, about a day when I was truly tested. It is a reminder that even when we are alone on a rough mountain road, we are never truly on our own.
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Kayaking with dolphins in Costa Rica
I have spent over seventy-five years as a musician, but the song of the ocean in Costa Rica is something I will never forget. Join me as I share a story about kayaking through sea caves and meeting some dolphins in the wild.
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Fear of the Lord Is the Beginning
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Delight Yourself in the Lord
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A Life Lesson From The File Cabinet
It is so great to be with you all again and just wanted to share something meaningful in my life from yesterday. It began the night before when I received a “to do list” for a project I am currently working on. I glanced through it and since it was late Wednesday evening I decided to tackle it Thurs
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Cross Reference Download on Livestream
I went live last night on Tic Tok. I was really tired and pretty exhausted from being ill during the day and being nauseated , but felt I was to do it because of the very positive response from teens as we prayed together. I had prayed about the going Live session and asked the Lord for a scripture
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Shriveled Up Rubber Bands
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A Feast Prepared for The King
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Revived in the Midst of Trouble
When a speaking trip to Arizona ended in a medical emergency and a grueling detour, Nancy discovered that God's faithfulness isn't found in perfect plans, but in His presence during our weakest moments.
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When God Promises to Fill Your Treasury
When financial pressure mounted, Nancy had to choose between haggling for a sale or standing firm on a specific promise from God.
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The Short Straw and the Long Journey
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The 650-Cookie Surprise: A Lesson in Joyful Giving
A simple plan to deliver cookies to an entire village turned into a 650-cookie marathon and a profound lesson on the joy of serving others.
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The Hidden Game of Hide-and-Seek: Lessons from a Blue Jay and a Chipmunk
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A Promise in the Dark: Finding the Rainbow After Surgery
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Faith in the Small Things: Lessons from the Kitchen
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A Miracle in the Snow: God’s Care in Our Grief
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Honey in a Nutshell: Finding God’s Grace in a Sticky Mess
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The Marathon Called Life: Lessons from the Hood to Coast Relay
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The Cake That Had a Different Recipe
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The Map and the Miry Clay: How God Guides Us
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The Rubber Plant & God's Renewal Through Crisis
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The Grounding Rhythm of the Land
From early morning milking to the art of cheesemaking, Nancy reflects on the grounding, beautiful, and sometimes painful years of living close to the land.
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Pints to Pasta: Companionship Over Achievement
When Nancy sets out to run a 10K, she discovers that finishing first isn't nearly as rewarding as finishing together.
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Rays of Glory: A Miraculous Encounter on the Ice
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One Little Fish: A Story of God’s Specific Provision
From catching a single fish for breakfast on a frozen Canadian lake to leading souls to Christ in the city, Nancy reflects on God's perfect, specific provision for our needs.
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The Portland Airport Angel: Music as Ministry
From terminal chaos to divine appointments, Nancy reflects on her eleven years as the "Portland Airport Angel" and the lives touched by the power of Spirit-led music.
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The Miracle in the Shag Carpet
When Nancy lost a cherished earring in her thick shag carpet, she searched for months to no avail. What happened next was a "wondrous work" that proved God is in the details.
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A Piece of My Musical Journey
From a childhood health scare to a divine encounter at the piano, Nancy Lamka-Smith shares how God turned a "Silent Night" into a lifetime of musical ministry.
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