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
Hang on to Your Bloomers
On August 1st, I was talking with the Lord about what the prophets were saying and asking Him to clarify what was from Him. While it doesn't have the specifics that some prophets are speaking, He told me, "This is going to be a whirlwind month. Hang onto your bloomers. The wind is going to … Continue reading Hang on to Your Bloomers
Trauma Can Steal Your Joy – My Story – Part 1
Have you struggled to find joy? Does your mind and mouth fill with negative responses to life’s smallest details even though you want to be full of peace? I know what that feels like. I battled with this for the past few years. I’ve put a smile on my face and did my best to … Continue reading Trauma Can Steal Your Joy – My Story – Part 1
A Prayer Request from God Almighty, Ruler of Heaven and Earth
If you go to a church or are with other believers in Jesus Christ, you often hear prayer requests. We pray for everything from finances to healing, direction for decisions, the restoration of relationships, wisdom in solving problems, etc. There is no end to the variety of requests. We, as believers, are taught to pray … Continue reading A Prayer Request from God Almighty, Ruler of Heaven and Earth
Are We Weaned?
Have you ever had a scripture tattooed on your heart? You return to it year after year without fully understanding what it means. But it speaks to you, and you cannot let it go? The NIV Bible my husband gave me in 1991 does not have this scripture underlined. FYI, I write, highlight, underline, and … Continue reading Are We Weaned?
We Have a New Life to Live
God isn’t interested in dealing with our sins. Nor does He make us feel guilty or ashamed about our past. He ignores it. To Him it is DEAD. He already dealt with it on the Cross. He is doing His best to help us move into our identity of righteousness. Yes, we need to repent. … Continue reading We Have a New Life to Live