Prayerful... That is the word I feel that God has laid on my heart as we close out this last day of 2019. But what exactly does prayerful mean and what does a prayerful life look like, I ask myself... Prayerful; adjective (of an action or event) characterized by or expressive of prayer."prayerful self-examination"(of a… Continue reading 2020 The Year of Prayer
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Lead Me…
The Holy Spirit is my anchor, my deliverer and my protector. During a difficult period in my life, I felt the permeable presence of the Spirit. I felt carried through that time by a strength unfamiliar to me. I was lifted out of the crevices and and the Spirit walked alongside me. I feel the… Continue reading Lead Me…
Gifts-
Am I aware of the gifts God has blessed me with? Do I see the talents that the Lord has bestowed on me and use them daily to bless others? Am I allowing God to refine me into his image and for his purposes? Do I live this out daily or only when it comes… Continue reading Gifts-
Prayer
Prayer-the intentional and willful act of pouring our hearts out to God. Prayer-our lifeline to the vein of our Heavenly Father. Prayer-a time to repent, remove and rectify our sin with God. Prayer-a time to renew, refresh and restore ourselves. Prayer-a conversation, a song in our heart, a plea, a word of thanks, a renewal… Continue reading Prayer
Prayerful
Is prayer my first response in all circumstances? When situations arise do I send a text, make a phone call, or complain to my spouse or friend, or do I call on Jesus, the bearer of all burdens and the author of our lives? Do I allow God to infuse me with his peace when… Continue reading Prayerful
Brilliance
All that hides in darkness, has the potential to harm. When we allow light in and expose the ugly areas, we call in healing. The same is with our prayer life. When we expose our hearts and become vulnerable to God and those we love, we live an honest life and are ripe for healing.… Continue reading Brilliance
Spiritual Foundation
The trials that have been given to us by God, force us to squint our eyes and find him in the mess. Our trials give us reason to "need" God and look to him in dependency. Without difficulty, we are left without opportunity to increase our faith. These faith muscles are developed and built up… Continue reading Spiritual Foundation
Dawn
In the morning-In the morning, the sun rises and the birds awake us. In the morning, our day lies out ahead of us fresh and untangled. In the morning, we are restored, refreshed and renewed. In the morning, we shall thank God for his mercies, thank God for opportunities and thank God for his blessings.… Continue reading Dawn
Embrace Grace-
When I am intimately and closely connected to God, I give freely and easily to others. When I make time daily, to lean into Jesus, my heart stretches and grows and I have more of myself to give to others. During these rich times, I effortlessly provide care and love to those around me. I… Continue reading Embrace Grace-
Redeemed!
I put on my chapstick-soothing, cooling and refreshing. I plug in my earbuds-turning up the tunes that inspire, encourage and move me. I allow the warm sun to radiate through my window and touch my cheek. I am ready. I am ready to write, pour my heart out and let God fill in the blanks.… Continue reading Redeemed!
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