Rebel to Redeemed…Sharing HIS Kind of Love
Recently, while reading, the question appeared “how would you act if you worked for Jesus.” I gave this great thought. Then I realized, I do work for Jesus. No, I don’t work for a church. However, I realized that regardless of what I do, I am working for Jesus. I am His vessel. Working in the service industry, I […]
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We all know the story of Jonah and the Whale. However, the story of how Jonah ended up in the whale is not as well known. The name Jonah means dove. “Now the word of the Lord came unto Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and cry against it; for their wickedness is […]
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There have been many times when I have felt all alone. During this time depression set in and I could not seem to shake it. This was greatest when I was in my abusive relationship, but that is far from the only time I’ve felt that way. However, that is where I’m going to focus at the moment. As I […]
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Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus is another hymn where God used a tragedy for his good. In 1858, Dudley Atkins Tyng, an evangelist and abolitionist, had just finished preaching at a successful mission in Philadelphia. Tyng visited his farm, where he reached his arm out to pat a mule. This mule was working on a machine that shelled corn […]
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The Legacy is the final book by Michael Phillips in his Secrets of the Shetlands trilogy, following The Inheritance and The Cottage. The Inheritance set the scene, of an inheritance seeking the proper heir. In the book, we met three contenders, Loni Ford,David Tulloch and Hardy Tulloch and learned about their life and character. In The Cottage, Loni arrives in […]
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We all know that the Bible calls for us to tithe 10% of our income back to Him as our first fruits. I know firsthand, how difficult this can be when living paycheck to paycheck. Yet, I also know how God has blessed me when I’ve done just that. So, what does the Bible say about tithing? Luke 11:42 “But […]
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We are looking at the spiritual gifts we are given. This week, we are going to focus on serving others and hospitality. Serving—Romans 12:6 says, “or ministry, let us give ourselves to our ministry”. Serving another is ministering to that person. I remind myself of that every day when I am working at the nursing facility. “Since there are many types of […]
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I have a dream of becoming a published author one day. I have several books completed, others in the works and numerous ideas for even more. I love to write and cannot seem to stop at times. But, I also have a problem. My current situation does not allow me the ability to financially pursue this dream the way many […]
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Hosea was a prophet of God, who was called upon to live his life as a lesson and example for the nation of Israel. His obedience is why he belongs in the Hall of Faith. Hosea means salvation, He saves or He helps. “The beginning of the word of the Lord by Hosea. And the Lord said to Hosea, Go, take unto thee a […]
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While I was in my abusive relationship, I was cut off from my family and friends. This happened so slowly, that I did not even realize what was happening at first. So, how is a person cut off from family and friends? Refusing to allow any contact Cutting off phone contact Cutting off letters {either through snail mail or e-mail} […]
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Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus is another hymn that was born out of tragedy. The lyrics were written by Louisa M.R. Stead in 1882. Louisa Stead was born in 1850 England. In 1871, she came to the United States and settled in Cincinnati, Ohio. She had hoped to become a missionary but was prevented by ill health. In […]
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Several years ago, I took a class on creative journaling. Using a journal you can write prayers, scriptures, thoughts, quotes and other inspirational or challenging ideas. Then you decorate the pages with drawings, stamping, coloring, arts and crafts or what other artistic means you prefer. This form of journaling and meditation has become very popular. So, what does the Bible […]
Read more We are discussing the gifts of the spirit. We have discussed teachers and pastors, speaking in tongues and words of wisdom. Today, we are going to discuss fear of the Lord and piety. Fear of the Lord—Isaiah 11:2-2 says, “The Spirit of the LORD will rest on him… and he will delight in the fear of the LORD.” Scripture […]
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Several years ago, I waited and waited and waited on God to move in multiple areas of my life. I began to wonder if He had forgotten me. Would He ever work things out and allow me to find resolution in my situation? We live in an instantaneous world where we want God to move instantly. But the one thing […]
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Elisha was mentored by Elijah and with his mentor when he was taken to heaven. Elisha actually asked to receive a “double portion” of Elijah’s spirit. Elisha was a prophet, who received the power of Elijah, and was able to perform miracles. This is why he belongs in the Hall of Faith. Elisha means my God is salvation. God tells […]
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The solar eclipse will cover the area where I live later today and with it, will have gradual darkness, followed by two and a half minutes of total blackout, then the light will reappear and gradually grow brighter. This reminded me that there are similar times in our life, when our situation and world gradually grows darkness and then we […]
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We’re Marching To Zion is sometimes referred to by it’s opening line, Come We That Love the Lord. The hymn was written by Isaac Watts. Watts was an English minister, hymnwriter, theologian and logician. He wrote over 750 hymns and is known as the Father of English hymnody. Marching to Zion may have been based on Jeremiah 31:6, “Arise ye, […]
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For years I’ve gone into nursing homes to sing and share my musical abilities. This experience actually opened the door several years ago when I was seeking a career change. Now, I work in my day job as an activities director. Today, I’m on the other side of the coin and looking for talent and people that are willing to […]
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