Denial Defined

Once upon a time, in the midst of a self-made-mid-life crisis, when my frustrations and delusions overwhelmed me, I had a slight glimpse of truth, a heart exposing revelation. That in my campaign to change people, I trampled over boundaries as I pridefully criticized world leaders, my family, friends and the church! Denial kept me…

Careful Speech

“Lord, You hear my voice. In the morning, I lay my requests before You and wait expectantly.” Our priority is established by agreeing with God’s Word first thing in the morning. Our alignment with His plan does not begin with our activity or hurried urgency. It begins with our focused attention. Before the noise of…

Fight and Win

The battle is real and it is daily! With armor on we choose to worship God not whine in defeat. Choose to release praise and crush the enemies schemes. Be thankful to God because you are filled with the Holy Spirit. You are God’s priceless possession and our heavenly Father rejoices over us! The Spirit…

Vickie Bailey

If you ever have struggled or if you are currently in pain, be encouraged by the life and legacy of Miss Vickie. This beautiful southern belle will inspire you to keep moving and hoping for better days! As God would have it, this 4 foot humble giant of faith was born unto Frederick Eugene (Gene)…

Holy Spirit Speak

We can discern with a solid confidence the work of the Holy Spirit. His mark is visible on the submitted soul. There are signs and tangible evidence of His divine presence. A genuine transformation occurs as He abides within to do all the changing. Many sincere believers quietly wonder, “How do I know the Holy…

A Tour of Israel

“It is well within my soul” This well known hymn was penned by a gifted Aussie named Horatio Spafford. Our Shoresh Tour guide David masterfully sprinkled us with tidbits of info that only a local would know. As we drove to our hotel from the Ben Gurion Airport we were told; “Horatio is also credited…

His Appearing

The sudden appearing, the calling, and the personally revealing is what our compassionate Lord Jesus still does. He avails Himself to the weeping, the confused, the hurting, one miraculous encounter at a time. His scarred hand reaches to touch us through a kindness, through a word, and in a way that remains unforgettable. After His…

Refiner’s Fire

What truly delights our hearts? Is it to know that our Creator, our heavenly Father is pleased with our words and actions? By asking the Holy Spirit to give us wisdom and His perfect understanding, as we read the Bible outloud, the Holy Spirit refines our way of thinking and acting. He works in us…

Begin Expecting

Expect GOD to be faithful to His living Word. Speak truth to self to cancel all lies. “Jesus is alive in me as the Holy Spirit wakes me early between 3 am and 6 am with His peace, patience, kindness, goodness, comfort, compassion, and merciful grace. Gladly I begin each day with God to build…

Mirror Reflections

Unplugged from the news, the nasty noise of blame, I am well placed, with ears to hear what the Spirit is singing. The sweet symphony of a gentle breeze rustling through the trees beckons my consideration of Who blows this unseen wind? The world is quick to finger point at science, to cast a…