Speaker and Writer
A passion for God and compassion for people are the hallmarks of Dianne's speaking and writing ministry. Her warm and inspiring messages are biblically based and borne from life experience. She will relate to your audience as a friend and fellow sojourner on life’s journey that is sometimes filled with pain, disappointment and despair. Dianne has brought hope to audiences throughout Europe, Mexico and the U.S. as she relates God’s truth in an honest, practical manner. Dianne offers a variety of message topics that bring encouragement and a challenge which are suitable for almost any occasion and audience.
From Despair to Hope
Born in the darkest experience of a mother’s life, the murder of a child, this message shares the reality of God’s hope when life seems overwhelming. Dianne has a strong evangelistic emphasis, as well as encouragement for the believer who is facing life’s trials.
The Freedom of Forgiveness
The need to forgive confronts all of us. This message looks seriously at the implications of God’s command to forgive all of those who hurt or offend us. Based in God’s Word and illustrated by Dianne’s own journey of forgiveness following the murder of her son, this message is filled with practical suggestions regarding forgiveness. It is a powerful life-changing message which may be given by itself, or paired with Despair to Hope. It is available with small-group interaction and personal Bible studies, as appropriate for the occasion.
Christ through the Centuries
Take an interesting journey through 2000 years of European art as Dianne traces the changes in culture, theology and church practice as seen in the changing depictions of Christ. This is a unique lecture which will intrigue, educate and challenge your group. Reclaiming the Visual in Worship Growing out of Dianne’s personal passion for the value of visual art in worship and her unique research done for her doctoral dissertation, as well her life in Europe for fifteen years, this is a valuable seminar for all Christians seeking to worship God more fully. Dianne includes the theological basis for using art in worship; the role of art and spirituality in a Postmodern world; a session on understanding of individual worship temperaments and the implications of Multiple Intelligences Theory for the worshipper. This seminar will change your ability to “magnify the Image” and bring glory to God. Desert of My Days In a deep, heartfelt “personal love letter to God” describing the terror of a medicine-induced anxiety attacks and suicidal depression, Dianne poignantly shares the reality of God’s faithfulness and His offer of HOPE. Two Life-Changing Questions Through a combination of personal testimony and the Biblical analysis of God’s call to ministry for EVERY Christian, Dianne will encourage every person to be open to God’s call. (Missions focus) Christmas: Chaos or Celebration? Have you ever dreaded the Christian season? Dianne offers simple and practical suggestions for diffusing the chaos and making the entire Christmas season memorable for the whole family. The Gift I Give Myself Keeping a journal is a key spiritual discipline that facilitates self-understanding and can inspire faith in God to face the future. In this talk, Dianne presents specific suggestions for a variety of journaling styles, as well as “intensive journaling” or the art of using a journal as a means of self-exploration and understanding. Not You, Not Now To Be or Not to Be: Considering Contentment God's command that we should be people who are contented is a often misunderstood concept in Scripture. This message considers the Biblical meaning of this commandment and the power we have to fulfill this command.