Feeling a little parched? Dry?
Do you feel like David when he cried out "Oh God, you are my God; earnestly I seek You, my soul thirst for You, my body longs for You, in a dry and weary land where there is no water.
I cry Out with David. I say David, "You had this 1000 of years ago and still today some us walk around dry!"
Void of people wanting to praise God out loud, or even talk about Jesus. My blood pumps because of Him and I want to find others who want to talk feel free to say, everything I have is because of Him or I prayed today...or just a simple declaration of Praise God for....!
There is more talk about what celebrities are doing and what this author says about life. I hear less and less, "God said, or God's love, or God's compassion, or God's help."
I challenged me and a friend to read Psalm 136 with the understanding and hope that we would understand and develop the sense of God's love for us. Go deeper! As I read the faith stories of the Israelites I can sense my own personal stories bubbling up within me. I caught myself saying, "od yes, when you got me through this and that, YOUR LOVE DID ENDURE FOREVER. Thus the challenge to pray and ask God to help me make my own Psalm Love endures forever!
Be ready! Once you pray God will delight you with stories popping up all times of the day! That's a Good God! I suggest you put them in a notebook page in you phone, because God really likes this game and the thought of each story continues to come...but make sure each story ends with His love endures forever.
On of my favorites.
My dad's aunt was a nun in a retired convent home and when I visited a nun friend of my aunt asked me, "which daughter are you? (I answer) Oh! yes you are the one with childhood asthma." I had been prayed for my whole life. My aunt updated these sweet nuns regularly and they really prayed for me. I had prayer covering my whole life! Well that explains so much. HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER!
Are you getting this game?
Well, I pray you will feel as loved as I do from God. He showed up so many ways through my life.
Amen. Thank you Jesus.
No dry and weary land here.
I am a recycler. Anything God teaches me has never been wasted it has always been recycled for God's glory.
Friday, December 6, 2019
Friday, October 25, 2019
A WAY OUT
"God is faithful." He will not allow the temptation to more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure. 1 Corinthians 10:13"
When you want to go off on someone, when you want to quit, when want to give up and also the temptation of addictions.
Problems with relationships, work...etc...
People can pursue you all they want, fill your head with worldly philosophies. Beware! What does God have to say about that. Get out of their company as fast as you can.
When someone comes fast into your life and you think oh maybe I have space for them. Then chaos, confusion and disorder starts showing up in your life. Ask; what does God think about these relationships...is he calling me back to them? You can rationalize and reason all you want, but here are somethings that was brought to my mind lately. (by the way, this is why we should memorize scripture)
"Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, mind your own business (Do you need to know everything someone is going through? All those answers lead to you giving space in your head that you may not even have right now), work with you hands, just as we told you, so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders and so that you will not be dependent on anybody. 1 Thess. 4:11."
"If it is possible (sometimes it is NOT possible) as far as it depends on you live at peace with everyone. Romans 12:18"
You may say, "I can trust them with my heart!" Can you? NO! Never trust anyone with you heart. Your heart was given to you by God. Not out there for someone to mess with. Only trust God to guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Phil. 4:6-7). You can pray that people be gentle with your heart. People fail us.
"Now the one who has fashioned us for this very purpose is God, who has given us the Spirit as a deposit, guaranteeing (that word meaning is so powerful=formal promise) what is to come.
He has everlasting love for me.
Hands held out facing down, I give each person in these relationships to God.
Hands held out facing up, What do you have to say Jesus?
He helps me find a way out.
You have tried. I see you have tried. Let me take over. I have been trying also. I got this.
"God and stand in the presence of the Lord for the Lord is abut to pass by...he is not in the wind, earthquake or fire (He is not in the problem, struggle, trouble, confusion, chaos, or disorder.
I AM IN THE WHISPER 1 Kings 19:11-12).
I don't know about you, but as I get older my hearing is getting worse. I really have to get quiet to hear.
In John 1:4-5 "In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome."
In this way out journey, light and darkness has been constantly in my mind. Many verses keep popping up about light and dark.
This is so reassuring, "for He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son He loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.
I sat in my car and felt the light of the sun. Take the time to savor its richness, basking in His golden lights. Yes! Love this image! Know this light!
Exodus 33:14 "My presence will go with you and I will give you rest.
Two times in one day I see this reminder, "Philippians 4:8 Whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, think on such things.
Still sitting in the sun, Isaiah 60:1 "Arise shine, for your light has come, and the glory of he Lord rises upon you."
In Daniels captivity he used him. Daniel was seeing so much. Processing so much. God allowed that. When I am processing, and seeing, God is working it together for good, He is allowing it!
Why is God allowing this all?
For His glory! For our legacy together! For the next generation.
There's the perspective. I now am finally sitting with Jesus in the whisper not in the struggle.
Dear Father, help me to find a way out. Amen.
What's your way out? Journal it. You will be amazed over the course of time of how much God is working.
When you want to go off on someone, when you want to quit, when want to give up and also the temptation of addictions.
Problems with relationships, work...etc...
People can pursue you all they want, fill your head with worldly philosophies. Beware! What does God have to say about that. Get out of their company as fast as you can.
When someone comes fast into your life and you think oh maybe I have space for them. Then chaos, confusion and disorder starts showing up in your life. Ask; what does God think about these relationships...is he calling me back to them? You can rationalize and reason all you want, but here are somethings that was brought to my mind lately. (by the way, this is why we should memorize scripture)
"Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, mind your own business (Do you need to know everything someone is going through? All those answers lead to you giving space in your head that you may not even have right now), work with you hands, just as we told you, so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders and so that you will not be dependent on anybody. 1 Thess. 4:11."
"If it is possible (sometimes it is NOT possible) as far as it depends on you live at peace with everyone. Romans 12:18"
You may say, "I can trust them with my heart!" Can you? NO! Never trust anyone with you heart. Your heart was given to you by God. Not out there for someone to mess with. Only trust God to guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Phil. 4:6-7). You can pray that people be gentle with your heart. People fail us.
"Now the one who has fashioned us for this very purpose is God, who has given us the Spirit as a deposit, guaranteeing (that word meaning is so powerful=formal promise) what is to come.
He has everlasting love for me.
Hands held out facing down, I give each person in these relationships to God.
Hands held out facing up, What do you have to say Jesus?
He helps me find a way out.
You have tried. I see you have tried. Let me take over. I have been trying also. I got this.
"God and stand in the presence of the Lord for the Lord is abut to pass by...he is not in the wind, earthquake or fire (He is not in the problem, struggle, trouble, confusion, chaos, or disorder.
I AM IN THE WHISPER 1 Kings 19:11-12).
I don't know about you, but as I get older my hearing is getting worse. I really have to get quiet to hear.
In John 1:4-5 "In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome."
In this way out journey, light and darkness has been constantly in my mind. Many verses keep popping up about light and dark.
This is so reassuring, "for He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son He loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.
I sat in my car and felt the light of the sun. Take the time to savor its richness, basking in His golden lights. Yes! Love this image! Know this light!
Exodus 33:14 "My presence will go with you and I will give you rest.
Two times in one day I see this reminder, "Philippians 4:8 Whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, think on such things.
Still sitting in the sun, Isaiah 60:1 "Arise shine, for your light has come, and the glory of he Lord rises upon you."
In Daniels captivity he used him. Daniel was seeing so much. Processing so much. God allowed that. When I am processing, and seeing, God is working it together for good, He is allowing it!
Why is God allowing this all?
For His glory! For our legacy together! For the next generation.
There's the perspective. I now am finally sitting with Jesus in the whisper not in the struggle.
Dear Father, help me to find a way out. Amen.
What's your way out? Journal it. You will be amazed over the course of time of how much God is working.
Saturday, September 14, 2019
MY PLATE IS FULL
Showering at the park district pool at the same time I was trying to pray and reflect on Jesus. I call it resting my soul. Then it happened!
A song in the air...what a beautiful name...
I'm like the next word is Jesus...sure enough...filling the whole locker room was a very nice rendition of the worship song by Hillsong Worship-What a Beautiful Name...
I began to sing it with her in a whisper. I wasn't going to attempt to try and keep myself on key. For just one moment I thought it would be cool to join in and let her know I was there. It was heavenly. I finally checked around to see if this was real. The person did not see me. I think she thought the locker was empty, but it continued. A gift.
Never saw her and got to talk with her.
Ask yourself does that scripture hold true in Romans 1:20, stating, "For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities-his eternal power and divine nature-have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse."
I see Him in all things. A precious baby born this past week. A little girl, welcomed into the world. She was a 1% baby. Meaning her parents were given a 1% chance of conceiving a baby. !%! They had been trying for years. Did the medical stuff! and the final word from that Doctor was, 1% chance.
Well Jesus had the last word in their lives....
I'm believing each day in the small. MY PLATE IS FULL! Therefore, as I run around and taking time to rest. I need my sweet Jesus. I know He is present...but this is my personal relationship with the creator who wants me to have fun! Fun!, by a person showing up randomly and singing His praises...a taste of heaven...a boost for the day... way way better than a protein power bar!
The name of Jesus.
I can't make this stuff up!
When I think...or even attempt to say...I can't...HE CAN!
Is your plate full?
You can do all things with Christ. You can see Him in the midst.
Men of the bible in John 1:35 saw Jesus. They recognized, turned around, and started to follow Him...Jesus said, "What do you want?" They replied, "Where are you staying?"
Jesus replied, "Come, and you will SEE!"
We can see Him in the small mundane life.
Please remember this today.
Jesus can never be interrupted. You Never bother Him. JESUS ALWAYS HAS TIME FOR YOU.
Reflect: In life the people always...feel as if you are interrupting them, bugging them, (after all they have full plates).
Jesus NEVER feels that way.
Go ahead!
Interrupt Him any time.
He loves you! He is there for you!
Another story:
Been drawing elephants like crazy for a project I am doing. Out of the blue my three year old grandson (he doesn't know about my project, but Jesus does!) As we are drawing on a white board He says, "Oma, draw an elephant!" I reply, "Of course you asked me to draw an ELEPHANT.
Only God.
It meant alot.
Many times I think unhelpful thoughts like, "You can't do anything." Jesus responds by asking me to draw for my grandson what He has commissioned me to do draw a His creature and Elephant. One of the most compassionate and memorable animals God created. If you do the research they cling to those they love for life. They never forget. They have a great memory of others who are kind and they respond to them for LIFE!
Of course...ONLY GOD... do you believe.
Don't be a skeptic. That diminishes the love and passion God wants to give you!
A song in the air...what a beautiful name...
I'm like the next word is Jesus...sure enough...filling the whole locker room was a very nice rendition of the worship song by Hillsong Worship-What a Beautiful Name...
I began to sing it with her in a whisper. I wasn't going to attempt to try and keep myself on key. For just one moment I thought it would be cool to join in and let her know I was there. It was heavenly. I finally checked around to see if this was real. The person did not see me. I think she thought the locker was empty, but it continued. A gift.
Never saw her and got to talk with her.
Ask yourself does that scripture hold true in Romans 1:20, stating, "For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities-his eternal power and divine nature-have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse."
I see Him in all things. A precious baby born this past week. A little girl, welcomed into the world. She was a 1% baby. Meaning her parents were given a 1% chance of conceiving a baby. !%! They had been trying for years. Did the medical stuff! and the final word from that Doctor was, 1% chance.
Well Jesus had the last word in their lives....
I'm believing each day in the small. MY PLATE IS FULL! Therefore, as I run around and taking time to rest. I need my sweet Jesus. I know He is present...but this is my personal relationship with the creator who wants me to have fun! Fun!, by a person showing up randomly and singing His praises...a taste of heaven...a boost for the day... way way better than a protein power bar!
The name of Jesus.
I can't make this stuff up!
When I think...or even attempt to say...I can't...HE CAN!
Is your plate full?
You can do all things with Christ. You can see Him in the midst.
Men of the bible in John 1:35 saw Jesus. They recognized, turned around, and started to follow Him...Jesus said, "What do you want?" They replied, "Where are you staying?"
Jesus replied, "Come, and you will SEE!"
We can see Him in the small mundane life.
Please remember this today.
Jesus can never be interrupted. You Never bother Him. JESUS ALWAYS HAS TIME FOR YOU.
Reflect: In life the people always...feel as if you are interrupting them, bugging them, (after all they have full plates).
Jesus NEVER feels that way.
Go ahead!
Interrupt Him any time.
He loves you! He is there for you!
Another story:
Been drawing elephants like crazy for a project I am doing. Out of the blue my three year old grandson (he doesn't know about my project, but Jesus does!) As we are drawing on a white board He says, "Oma, draw an elephant!" I reply, "Of course you asked me to draw an ELEPHANT.
Only God.
It meant alot.
Many times I think unhelpful thoughts like, "You can't do anything." Jesus responds by asking me to draw for my grandson what He has commissioned me to do draw a His creature and Elephant. One of the most compassionate and memorable animals God created. If you do the research they cling to those they love for life. They never forget. They have a great memory of others who are kind and they respond to them for LIFE!
Of course...ONLY GOD... do you believe.
Don't be a skeptic. That diminishes the love and passion God wants to give you!
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
WHAT DO YOU WANT OUT OF LIFE?
Swimming in my lane I was coming to the wall asking myself, "Where does my peace come from? Do I have it?" Sometimes we ask the Lord questions and it takes time for the answer, but I looked up underwater and on the wall was a BIG black cross. Right there in front of my eyes to my amazement the answer, the cross and yes!
Let me back up to that morning, being still, quiet, reading, waiting, asking questions. The question of the day; What do you want out of life? My answer: PEACE. Definitely not fear of things not getting better, pain to continue, a friend in sorrow, convincing someone who won't listen that things will get better. Lack of peace, depression, anxious unhelpful thoughts.
I read Psalm 37 (NIV). Finished. Now what? Read it again.The teacher in me needs to be taught, so, I get this idea to keep going through the chapter and find the following two things:
Find fifteen things God asks us to do or not do?
My pen scans the chapter in the bible starting at verse one, do not fret or be anxious, continuing through, trust,dwell in the land and enjoy, delight, commit, be still, do not fret, refrain from anger, turn from wrath, do not fret, turn from evil and do good, and wait (hope) for the Lord, keep His way, take refuge.
Find thirty one times what God promises:
He will make your righteousness shine like the dawn, inherit the land x 2, (here it is the answer to my question. I must capitalize it.) ENJOY GREAT PEACE, he will laugh at the wicked, uphold the righteous, the days of the blameless will be known to the Lord, inheritance will endure forever, those the Lord blesses will inherit the land, he makes his steps firm, he will not fall, the Lord upholds his hand, never forsaken, never their children begging for bread, their children will be blessed (huge promise), dwell in the land forever, loves the just, will not forsake His faithful ones, protected forever, inherit the land and dwell in it forever, wisdom, tongue speaks what is just, law of God is in your heart, feet will not slip, exalt you and inherit the land, there is a future for the man of peace, the salvation of the righteous comes from the Lord, your stronghold in time of trouble, helps you, delivers from the wicked, saves you.
Can you believe there are thirty-one promises from God?
What I learned.
TRUST. BRINGS.
PEACE.
That peace you feel when you float on your back in water and listen...listen to the silence...OR that still small whisper...it's soothing...not harsh.
I told my son recently you have to tune into the Holy Spirit. Like you tune into a radio. No static or confusion. JUST PEACE.
wait...be quiet.
The connection of my start of my day and swimming is complete. Standing firm now still walking out this journey.
Prayer:
Thank you Lord for hearing my questions, thank you for answering. Thank you for your reassurance. Thank you for your amazing promises. Today and each day...I hold firm to your words..I will not slip...I will not fall...no stumbling...Thank you for peace. Christ you are my all and all. Holy Spirit lead me. Amen.
Let me back up to that morning, being still, quiet, reading, waiting, asking questions. The question of the day; What do you want out of life? My answer: PEACE. Definitely not fear of things not getting better, pain to continue, a friend in sorrow, convincing someone who won't listen that things will get better. Lack of peace, depression, anxious unhelpful thoughts.
I read Psalm 37 (NIV). Finished. Now what? Read it again.The teacher in me needs to be taught, so, I get this idea to keep going through the chapter and find the following two things:
Find fifteen things God asks us to do or not do?
My pen scans the chapter in the bible starting at verse one, do not fret or be anxious, continuing through, trust,dwell in the land and enjoy, delight, commit, be still, do not fret, refrain from anger, turn from wrath, do not fret, turn from evil and do good, and wait (hope) for the Lord, keep His way, take refuge.
Find thirty one times what God promises:
He will make your righteousness shine like the dawn, inherit the land x 2, (here it is the answer to my question. I must capitalize it.) ENJOY GREAT PEACE, he will laugh at the wicked, uphold the righteous, the days of the blameless will be known to the Lord, inheritance will endure forever, those the Lord blesses will inherit the land, he makes his steps firm, he will not fall, the Lord upholds his hand, never forsaken, never their children begging for bread, their children will be blessed (huge promise), dwell in the land forever, loves the just, will not forsake His faithful ones, protected forever, inherit the land and dwell in it forever, wisdom, tongue speaks what is just, law of God is in your heart, feet will not slip, exalt you and inherit the land, there is a future for the man of peace, the salvation of the righteous comes from the Lord, your stronghold in time of trouble, helps you, delivers from the wicked, saves you.
Can you believe there are thirty-one promises from God?
What I learned.
TRUST. BRINGS.
PEACE.
That peace you feel when you float on your back in water and listen...listen to the silence...OR that still small whisper...it's soothing...not harsh.
I told my son recently you have to tune into the Holy Spirit. Like you tune into a radio. No static or confusion. JUST PEACE.
wait...be quiet.
The connection of my start of my day and swimming is complete. Standing firm now still walking out this journey.
Prayer:
Thank you Lord for hearing my questions, thank you for answering. Thank you for your reassurance. Thank you for your amazing promises. Today and each day...I hold firm to your words..I will not slip...I will not fall...no stumbling...Thank you for peace. Christ you are my all and all. Holy Spirit lead me. Amen.
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