Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3 Have you ever wondered what it means to be poor in spirit? Have you maybe thought it meant to be poor in worldly goods, or someone not tuned into the Lord? Today, we are going to take a closer look … Continue reading Oh, What Great Blessings are Seen in the Lives of Those Who are Poor in Spirit
Author: Mary Ellen Wright
Introduction to the Constitution of the Kingdom of God
In the world we are living in today, here in America, we need to know the Constitution. If we don't follow the guidelines and boundaries put in place by our founding fathers, we can get into trouble. We also need to know the rights and authority we have as citizens. Jesus came to earth for … Continue reading Introduction to the Constitution of the Kingdom of God
Write it Down – The Importance of Recording What God Speaks to You
Thirty-six years ago, I attended a class at church about growing in your relationship with God. While I already had a rich relationship with Him, I knew there is always more to learn. I jumped in with both feet and did all the exercises suggested. There were times of prayer, Bible study, and meditation. One … Continue reading Write it Down – The Importance of Recording What God Speaks to You
A Closer Look at How God Speaks in Visions
Visons are different than dreams because you are awake when you receive them. You can receive visions with your eyes open or with your eyes closed. The visions can be for you or for others. God often uses visions to convey a word in ministry. First, let’s look at the Bible. Here again is the … Continue reading A Closer Look at How God Speaks in Visions
Hearing God in Dreams and Visions
Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash Every word, every dream, every vision, every encounter with God must be held up to His Word for discernment and understanding. The more you are in the Word, the more you will be able to discern if you are hearing from God and what He is saying. Today we … Continue reading Hearing God in Dreams and Visions
“Oh, how I love Your law!” Is God’s law something to love?
David wrote, "Oh, how I love Your law! It is my meditation all the day. You, through Your commandments, make me wiser than my enemies;For they are ever with me." Psalm 119:97-98 Many Christians believe that the law written in the Old Testament is something to be discarded. They say the law is no longer valid … Continue reading “Oh, how I love Your law!” Is God’s law something to love?
Hearing God’s Voice Through His Word
Of all the ways God speaks, the most often way He chooses to reveal His will is to speak through His Word. If you own a Bible or have a Bible app on your phone, you have the most comprehensive record of God’s word. The Bible is the plumb line, the litmus test for all … Continue reading Hearing God’s Voice Through His Word
How to Discern Your Voice From God’s or the enemy’s
The truth of the matter is that it may be easier to discern God’s voice or the enemy’s than it will be to discern your voice. This is especially true when what you are praying or asking God for is something you have strong feelings about. There is a practice I learned in a prophetic … Continue reading How to Discern Your Voice From God’s or the enemy’s
Keep Going!
I had a dream in April that I am prompted to share. In the dream I was lined up with a bunch of people for a walking competition. As I looked around, there were few people my age. Young athletes and families were all around. I wondered to myself, "What in the heck am I … Continue reading Keep Going!
How to Discern the Voice of the enemy
Jesus said the thief has come to steal, kill, and destroy. Whenever you get a voice or a thought that is stealing your peace or attacking the promises of God for you as God’s child, you can know that it is the enemy. The enemy has come to me so many times telling me that … Continue reading How to Discern the Voice of the enemy
Hear God's Heart 