“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High, shall abide…” Psalm 91:1b When I hear the word Abide, I remember a hymn we used to sing in church when I was a child. “Abide with me; fast falls the eventide; The darkness deepens; Lord with me abide. When other helpers fail and … Continue reading Are You Abiding? Psalm 91:1b
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Where Are You Dwelling? Psalm 91:1a
Our world is in crisis mode and many are turning to Psalm 91 for help. While I wrote about this psalm years ago, I feel compelled to bring it into the light for review. It's going to take some time. It will not be a microwave meal but it will equip you for years to … Continue reading Where Are You Dwelling? Psalm 91:1a
Putting It All Together With Prayer Armor of God – Part 8
I was ready to wrap up the Armor of God today and move on. But Holy Spirit called a halt. "There is one more critical piece," He said. "Prayer." Well, that should be quick and easy, I thought. While I know prayer is important, I don't ever remember hearing or seeing it taught with the … Continue reading Putting It All Together With Prayer Armor of God – Part 8
What is the Sword of the Spirit? Armor of God Part 7
Now, this Sword is the only defensive weapon in our armor. As children of God, we are taught to love, forgive, and show mercy. Still, He gives us a sword--an instrument of war, to maim or to kill. What is this about? Note that neither in the wilderness when Jesus faced Satan, nor when Jesus … Continue reading What is the Sword of the Spirit? Armor of God Part 7
What Does it Mean to Shod Your Feet with the Preparation of the Gospel of Peace? Armor of God – Part 4
As I illustrated in the introduction of this series, the armor of God doesn't look like the armor of a Roman soldier. Instead, it resembles the everyday clothing of a priest in the Temple. The other thing you may not know is Temple priests did not wear shoes. They were barefoot. This being the case, what does … Continue reading What Does it Mean to Shod Your Feet with the Preparation of the Gospel of Peace? Armor of God – Part 4
Hebrew Understanding of the Word Blessed
When you ask someone how they are doing, do you ever get this comeback? "I'm blessed." Do we really know what being blessed means other than some feel-good response to life or positive confession to ward off agreeing with the enemy? In this time of turmoil with the coronavirus and the quarantines, many may not … Continue reading Hebrew Understanding of the Word Blessed
The Arm of the LORD Revealed? What is He Talking About? Isaiah 53:1 — Focus 27
Who has believed our report? And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed? Isaiah 53:1 There is a rich treasure in this little verse. There are flawless diamonds to be discovered, but it's only seen through Hebrew eyes. Are you ready to dig? Take off your American shades, your Greek mindset, and … Continue reading The Arm of the LORD Revealed? What is He Talking About? Isaiah 53:1 — Focus 27
Are You Hidden in His Shadow? – Focus 26
Writing these weekly Focus pieces continue to draw my attention to Abba, Yeshua, and Holy Spirit. I was primed to write when Holy Spirit redirected me. He drew my attention to the fact that a particular blog from four years ago is drawing readers. Then He led me to prophetic emails and new YouTube videos … Continue reading Are You Hidden in His Shadow? – Focus 26
Monday Manna – My Angels Are Messengers of Grace
In December of 2005, I was meditating on Psalm 91:11-12 “For He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways. In their hands they shall bear you up, lest you dash your foot against a stone." "Lord," I asked. "As I look this up I see it’s more than … Continue reading Monday Manna – My Angels Are Messengers of Grace
Truth–What is it? Focus – 6
Truth isn’t easy to find these days with all the fake news and the stands many are taking in opposition God’s word. There no longer seems to be black and white but only grey. But Truth falls in the black and white category. Things are either true or they are not. So, what is the … Continue reading Truth–What is it? Focus – 6