On January 18th, I was in a semi-awake state in the middle of the night when I heard a scripture reference over and over in my mind. “Proverbs 15:7.” In the dark, I grabbed my writing tablet and scribbled the address, rolled over, and went back to sleep. In the morning, I saw the tablet … Continue reading What Kind of Knowledge Do We Have?
Dry Bones, Hear the Word of the LORD
♪ Dry bones hear the word of the LORD—Over and over it plays in my spirit. Over and over and over, I’ve heard it for three days now, morning, noon, and night. This morning, I asked, “What is Your word LORD?” “Be still and know that I am God. Draw near and hear. Draw near … Continue reading Dry Bones, Hear the Word of the LORD
It’s Time to Turn – A Word from the LORD
Yesterday morning as soon as I sat down to be with the Lord, this song came to mind. Our Acapella choir sang this in high school (1962). It is right out of 2 Samuel 23:3b-4, KJV. He that ruleth over men must be JUST, ruling in the fear of God.And he shall be as the … Continue reading It’s Time to Turn – A Word from the LORD
Treasures in the Pause
In the last six weeks, I’ve sold and moved out of my home, moved into a rental for three weeks, and then moved into my new home. It’s been a whirlwind of nonstop activity and decisions that often left me questioning God’s direction. I plan to document this when my CEO gives me the go-ahead. … Continue reading Treasures in the Pause
In Him There Isn’t Any Fear
I was talking with Jesus this morning and asking Him to help me stay on track with Him, especially through these next few months. If you listen to the prophets and spend time with the Lord, you know that these next few months will test our belief in God's care. So I asked Him to … Continue reading In Him There Isn’t Any Fear
A Message from Our King
Good morning, Friends. As I was in worship this morning, I paused to ask Abba if there was anything He wanted me to know or pray this morning. Immediately, I heard, “Judges 34.” Well, if you are familiar with the Bible, you know that Judges does not have 34 chapters. So, I asked again. Then … Continue reading A Message from Our King
Hidden in His Words
The Lord continues to amaze me at the intricacies of His Word. This week He led me to Psalm 57 and as I began reading, Holy Spirit had me pause on verse six. They have prepared a net for my steps;My soul is bowed down;They have dug a pit before me;Into the midst of it … Continue reading Hidden in His Words
HOLD ON
I woke up today with Israel on my mind. Tonight (August 12th) at sundown, a historic day begins for Israel. It is the day that marks the destruction of the first and second temples and many other enemy attacks with dire consequences. It is the 9th of Av on God’s calendar. If you have been … Continue reading HOLD ON
How to Evict Shame and His Friends – Part 3 – Trauma Can Steal Your Joy
In Part 2, I highlighted Hebrews 12:1-2. Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher … Continue reading How to Evict Shame and His Friends – Part 3 – Trauma Can Steal Your Joy
Is This Standing in Your Way to Joy? – Part 2 in Trauma Can Steal Your Joy
Within moments after Mike died, the attack started. Mourning—yes. Sorrow—yes. But in tandem, guilt arrived and self-condemnation shouted. All the should-haves and the why-didn’t-you, accusations covered my mind with a shroud. Little did I know then that these demonic destroyers planned to move in for good. [This may not be your story. I can only … Continue reading Is This Standing in Your Way to Joy? – Part 2 in Trauma Can Steal Your Joy
Hear God's Heart 