I was trying to pin point what I have been feeling lately, and then I came upon a Scripture that defined my feelings so clearly. I am always amazed at how I find peace, hope and guidance in God's Word. I am so happy that I do not have to be without the Lord. I am so blessed to be one of His daughters! :) I find much comfort in the Psalms. David poured his heart out to God passage after passage. He hid nothing from God and had so much inner pain, doubts, turmoil and fears. He seemed to always be just out of reach of what he sought after... David was much like me... The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; He rescues those whose spirits are crushed. The righteous person faces many troubles, but the Lord comes to the rescue each time. - Psalm 34:18-19 (NLT) Crushed is what my spirit is. After looking up Hebrew and dictionary meanings for crushed in this text, and finding; break, break in pieces, crush, bruise, destroy, contrite, smite, oppress, beat to pieces--I am certain … [Read more...]
The Daily – 15
Life can feel so defeating sometimes. When we feel the pressures and trials of life choking the joy out of us, we need to remember the Truth of God's Word and what it says about us, our lives, our purpose, and how GOD feels about us! Below you will find 15 VERY encouraging verses that are sure to help you find joy, victory, peace and Truth for every and any circumstance! 15 God makes all grace and favor come to me. (ref. 2 Corinthians 9:8) I love when the word ALL is used in a Scripture! ALL grace and favor will come to me! All. I am the handiwork of God. Recreated in Christ Jesus. (ref. Ephesians 2:10) The Creator of the Universe knit me in my Mother's womb. I am HIS handiwork and have been made new through the Blood of Christ! :D When I get close to God...He gets close to me. (ref. James 4:8) You see, God never leaves. He remains in the same place we left Him. So, when WE get close to Him, He is able to be closer to us! Why do we even leave His side?? Greater is He that is in … [Read more...]
The Daily – The Road to Peace, Joy and Happiness is Paved with Humility, Gentleness and Patience
Yesterday, we talked about praying, preferring, carrying and loving one another. There is so much more to it though. I am continuing the thought with gentleness, humbleness and patience. This is a topic we can assume we may think we are good at. However, are we really kind and gentle with one another? Really? Let's see what the Word says and then decide... Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. - Ephesians 4:2 (NLT) I would say that I fail miserably on a daily basis with this one. By all means, please stop reading if you have mastered Ephesians 4:2. :) For those of you who struggle with being humble, gentle and patient, let's dig deeper.. To be humble is to be; submissive, meek, unassuming, polite, not proud or arrogant and modest. To be gentle is to be; clement, peaceful, soothing, tender, lenient, merciful, mild, temperate, tame, quiet, and courteous. To be patient is to be; uncomplaining, … [Read more...]
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