”Then Isaac dug again the wells of water which had been dug in the days of his father Abraham, for the Philistines had stopped them up after the death of Abraham; and he gave them the same names which his father had given them.“Genesis 26:18 In the devotional I’m reading, The Prophetic Devotional by... Continue Reading →
The Tongue
”There is one who speaks rashly like the thrusts of a sword, But the tongue of the wise brings healing.“. Proverbs 12:18 I know at times I have been a person that speaks rashly, although for decades my heart has not been to hurt others with my words. I know others have experienced the... Continue Reading →
Rewrite your story
”Your eyes have seen my unformed substance; And in Your book were all written The days that were ordained for me, When as yet there was not one of them.“. Psalms 139:16 Maybe you have heard the advice of learning to rewrite your story. This is common in a person who is experiencing trauma,... Continue Reading →
Trusted Fellowship
The passage from 1 Corinthians 1:9 emphasizes the importance of trusting in God. The author shares personal experience of struggling with trust issues and how their faith in God grew over time. They highlight the significance of developing trust through fellowship with God and others, and how it can impact relationships.
Are you in this danger?
It is dangerous to be concerned with what others think of you, but if you trust the Lord, you are safe. Proverbs 29:25 People pleasing is a response of the nervous system to danger. Most people are familiar with fight or flight. There has been a growing discussion of the danger response of freezing, like "a deer in... Continue Reading →
Give Thanks and Obey
”Giving thanks is the sacrifice that honors me, and I will surely save all who obey me.”“Psalm 50:23 I’ve never thought of giving thanks to God as a sacrifice. I realize in my life if God never did another thing for me that I could still thank Him for the rest of my life.... Continue Reading →
On Our Side
”The king of Syria was at war with Israel. He consulted his officers and chose a place to set up his camp. But Elisha sent word to the king of Israel, warning him not to go near that place, because the Syrians were waiting in ambush there. So the king of Israel warned the people... Continue Reading →
From Inside
From Inside reflects on the origins of evil, emphasizing that it arises from within individuals and not external influences. A person's sinful actions are driven by internal impurities resulting from what they choose to internalize through their senses. Blaming others or the devil for one's immoral actions is a diversion from personal responsibility. The message advises cultivating contentment, managing desires, and allowing the Holy Spirit's guidance, hinting at the adage 'See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil'.
His Timing
God’s timing is rarely instantaneous, the delay in the waiting for the promise to come with no given deadline. There is pain in the waiting. Questioning but not wanting to doubt God’s goodness and faithfulness to do what He said. The wilderness and the valley, yet He provides water and food to sustain us spiritually.... Continue Reading →
What is that to you?
What is that to you provides a personal revelation on improving their marriage. After blaming her husband for their divorce, the author later found that transforming her attitude and perspective through prayer had a significant impact on their marriage. Referencing biblical passages, she encourages self-reflection and understanding before attributing blame and seeking change in one's spouse, emphasizing that personal growth can lead to a healthier relationship.
