August 2024

Joy Strengthens

When you realize God has provided, protected, responded through others’ prayers, and given the gift of healing life, that becomes your steadfast. It strengthens and builds trust, thereby deepening your faith in the only one who can come through in all of those ways. Because of your personal experiences with the Holy Spirit, the total …

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God’s Healing Creation

God intricately created the world so that there is healing widely available. Revelation 22:3 speaks of the tree of life standing by the river bearing crops of fruit and leaves for healing nations. The deeper meaning of the tree of life is that because of the forgiveness of sin through the blood of Jesus, there …

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God is Here

God speaks to us in many ways, but especially through His creation. Never dismiss a slightly odd occurrence, a bird very close, a deer watching, or the wind in the garden for you may miss a Holy blessing. The blessings of God are not just found on the pages of a book. He seeks to …

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River of Life

Just as He promised, Jesus gives believers the gift of the Holy Spirit within. It is the River of Life. When we believe it, nurture it, listen to it, and follow the God Spirit flow, life becomes deeply meaningful.  It becomes so much more than surviving.  Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, …

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Life in the Present

Life in the present moment lived in awe of creation is a precious rarity these days. There is too much noise, too many distractions, lots of stimulation overload, and so many bodies packed into tight spaces that to function in the presence of God is impossible; if we allow it. The creation wherever we live …

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An Attitude of Patience

When we are patiently waiting for   God to move, if our attitudes are not aligned with Jesus, it will be impossible not to become irritated. While waiting for anything in life for some is easier than others, this fast-paced, whirlwind world we live in tests everyone’s patience. We must seek to slow our minds  and …

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Anointed

Esther, an ordinary woman who answered the call from God for an extraordinary mission to save His people. Her faith, coupled with the gifts of wisdom and discernment, gave way to God’s placement and timing in history, allowing for His purpose to come to fruition.  Esther 4:14 Lydia, a successful businesswoman as a seller of …

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God Within

How is your living in the evil world going? Are you joining in or standing out in Jesus’ name? Who we truly are within will either shine through or throw daggers no matter what is going on around us. God within provides stability. Holy Spirit guides us in the wilderness, turning heartache into singing praises …

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Heart That Smiles

How does your heart remain soft and beautiful when faced with injustice, cruelty, uncertainty,  or grief? The purity of truth and faith in Jesus is the key. It is the act of believing in a God that is much bigger than any issues we face. It must be worked for on a daily basis. Life …

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True Love

Calling the 12 to Him, Jesus sent them out 2 by 2 and gave them authority over evil spirits. Mark 6:7 It is not God’s intent for us to walk this life alone. Not only were the disciples sent out in groups of 2 as witnesses, but also to strengthen and comfort each other, especially …

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