I have been listening to the book of Job in The Message translation of the Bible. It is really interesting to hear conversations in modern language, it makes me take pause. So many people are afraid to really talk to God. They think they must have perfect grammar, King James version speech, and get it... Continue Reading →
In Philippians 3:17, Paul urges believers to follow good examples. The author reflects on their own influences and questions whether they are setting a positive example. They express frustration at their pastor's prayerfulness and acknowledge their own faults, seeking God's guidance to discern role models and improve their influence on others.
Lord, Its me again. Thank you for always being there for me when I come to you. I know you want me to come more often. Thank you for the grace that covers me even as I try to do things my own way. I want to come to you first, but I usually get... Continue Reading →
“Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Now five of them were wise, and five were foolish. Those who were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them, but the wise took oil in their vessels with their... Continue Reading →
We were sitting outside enjoying a relaxing evening with our daughters and grandchildren when we got the news. Maybe it was to be expected, but it really took us by surprise, to the point I asked my husband if he was messing with me. I had stepped inside while he was on the phone, when... Continue Reading →
The passage emphasizes that judgment begins with followers of Christ, raising questions about the fate of those who disobey God's message. The author reflects on personal judgment, accountability, and the seriousness of God’s evaluation. They express a desire for loved ones to experience transformation and surrender to God's will through prayer and example.
The passage emphasizes that our actions and words should glorify God through the strength He provides. It reflects on the difference between serving in one's own strength versus relying on the Holy Spirit, asserting that true fulfillment comes from intentional alignment with God's guidance in speech and service.
Passage - But you are a chosen people, the King’s cohanim, a holy nation, a people for God to possess! Why? In order for you to declare the praises of the One who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. 1 Peter 2:9 Restated in my own words - I declare the praises of the Lord who took... Continue Reading →
There are deep wells that are being stirred within me. Wells that had been filled, some that I didn't even know existed, some wells that I didn't understand the drawing towards. But they are there, waiting to be re-dug, waiting to be stirred, waiting to be drawn from again. I have always had a deep... Continue Reading →
Elijah teeters on bold prayers and insecurity with cowardice behaviors. He called down fire from heaven to show God's power to the servants of Baal and another two times to destroy 100 soldiers sent to him by the king. He prayed for rain during a drought, and prayed for the dead to be raised. Each... Continue Reading →
Restoring Voice 