Jesus didn't come as a conquering king or fierce warrior. He came as a child, an innocent baby that cried when He was hungry and slept when He was tired. When Isaiah wrote this verse centuries before His birth, Holy Spirit anointed him with just the right words to use. Isaiah 9:6 is a bold … Continue reading Unto Us a Child is Born
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How Can I Know God?
I can't seem to get past Psalm 46:10. Holy Spirit keeps unpacking it for me. We've talked about being still, but I never realized that being still is connected with knowing God. Let's look at this again. Be Still Be still -- Look to God as your Head--Your authority person--the first One you run to … Continue reading How Can I Know God?
Take Courage Joshua 1:9 – Part 4
Joshua 1:9 begins with God's commands: Be strong Be of good courage Do not be afraid Nor be dismayed Now, He follows up with this peace producing, faith-building promise: “For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Note that LORD is capitalized. Whenever you see it all in capitals it is referring … Continue reading Take Courage Joshua 1:9 – Part 4
Take Courage Joshua 1:9 – Part 3
Years ago, while driving home in my car, I was pouring my heart out to God about the conditions of the world and how to deal with all the seeming chaos and threats. It was then that He told me, "There is never a reason to fear." It was as if Jesus spoke again to … Continue reading Take Courage Joshua 1:9 – Part 3
Take Courage – Joshua 1:9 Part 2
Are you ready for another word or two? Last time we dug into the word 'Commanded.' Now, just a reminder or brand new information if this is your first time working with Hebrew, one word can have several different Strong's definition numbers. When you look up a word in Strong's, always make sure you look … Continue reading Take Courage – Joshua 1:9 Part 2
Take Courage – Joshua 1:9 – Part 1
In January of 2016, Abba prompted me to dig into Joshua 1:9. It was God's assignment for Joshua and I believe it is our assignment for the season we are stepping into. He's called me back to my notes more than once in the last few weeks with an understanding they are for all of … Continue reading Take Courage – Joshua 1:9 – Part 1
With Long Life I Will Satisfy Him and Show Him My Salvation – Psalm 91:16
Fear of death is one of those things that plague most of humanity. Yet here, God is promising a long life and the gift of His salvation to those who are in the secret place, trusting Him and being obedient to His Spirit. God spoke to David and said, "With long life I will satisfy … Continue reading With Long Life I Will Satisfy Him and Show Him My Salvation – Psalm 91:16
He Shall Call Upon Me, and I Will Answer Him – Psalm 91:15
Have you ever placed a phone call in an emergency and not been able to get an answer? Have you left a voice mail and never heard back from the one you called? We all have, I am sure. Well, God's policy, His promise is to answer. And not only to answer but to … Continue reading He Shall Call Upon Me, and I Will Answer Him – Psalm 91:15
I Will Set Him On High Because He Knows My Name – Psalm 91:14b
God offers this promise: I will set him on high. David knew God was faithful to this word. He'd experienced it in his own life. He wrote in 2 Samuel 22:49: He delivers me from my enemies. You also lift me up above those who rise against me; You have delivered me from the … Continue reading I Will Set Him On High Because He Knows My Name – Psalm 91:14b
Because He Has Set His Love Upon Me – Psalm 91:14a
Because he has set his love upon Me, therefore I will deliver him; I will set him on high, because he has known My name. Psalm 91:14 NKJV I can still remember my first crush. It was in second grade at Harding School…Michael. He had blonde hair and the bluest eyes. My heart skipped a … Continue reading Because He Has Set His Love Upon Me – Psalm 91:14a
Hear God's Heart 