Tag: trust

In the Storm

When I woke up a few mornings ago it was storming, rain tapping hard on the windows at times, and wind whistling. I lay there for awhile, turning my thoughts to the Lord. Between the noise of the storm and the “to do” list on my mind, it wasn’t easy.

As I quieted my mind, Holy Spirit led me to consider these things while what feels like a life-sized storm:

First, even when it seems like I can’t hear Him, I can. The word of God is always true. It says that he is my shepherd, he is the good shepherd, and that his sheep (of which I am) know his voice. Psalm 23:1, John 10:11, 14 & 27.

  • Hearing his voice requires me to listen for him to speak, both through his Word and through an inner witness from the Holy Spirit.
  • I must always discern what I hear through the lens of scripture (the inner witness must never conflict the scripture).
  • And I must remember that God (who is Love) will convict me, teach me, train me — while satan, who is the accuser, will attempt to condemn me.

Second, that finding joy may sometimes seem difficult. But that is when I must be obedient to believe and act on the truth that the joy of the Lord is my strength (regardless of how I feel). As He told the people in Nehemiah 8:10, not to sorrow, worry, be depressed or grieve, but to believe that His joy is our strength, our defense, our rock, our fortified place.

It’s in knowing his word, the promises of God found there, and developing my relationship with him that I am able to have greater faith in him, to trust him more, to rest in his care even when a storm is raging.

And now, I am meditating on the unchanging truths of these scriptures and more once again:

“GOD IS our Refuge and Strength [mighty and impenetrable to temptation], a very present and well-proved help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change and though the mountains be shaken into the midst of the seas, The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our Refuge (our Fortress and High Tower). Selah [pause, and calmly think of that]! Let be and be still, and know (recognize and understand) that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations! I will be exalted in the earth!”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭46‬:‭1‬-‭2‬, ‭7‬, ‭10‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

“Trust in the Lord completely, and do not rely on your own opinions. With all your heart rely on him to guide you, and he will lead you in every decision you make. Become intimate with him in whatever you do, and he will lead you wherever you go. Don’t think for a moment that you know it all, for wisdom comes when you adore him with undivided devotion and avoid everything that’s wrong. Then you will find the healing refreshment your body and spirit long for.”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭3‬:‭5‬-‭8‬ ‭TPT‬‬

“I LOVE the Lord, because He has heard [and now hears] my voice and my supplications. Gracious is the Lord, and [rigidly] righteous; yes, our God is merciful. The Lord preserves the simple; I was brought low, and He helped and saved me. Return to your rest, O my soul, for the Lord has dealt bountifully with you. [Matt. 11:29.] For You have delivered my life from death, my eyes from tears, and my feet from stumbling and falling. I will walk before the Lord in the land of the living.”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭116‬:‭1‬, ‭5‬-‭9‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

“Inasmuch then as we have a great High Priest Who has [already] ascended and passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession [of faith in Him]. For we do not have a High Priest Who is unable to understand and sympathize and have a shared feeling with our weaknesses and infirmities and liability to the assaults of temptation, but One Who has been tempted in every respect as we are, yet without sinning. Let us then fearlessly and confidently and boldly draw near to the throne of grace (the throne of God’s unmerited favor to us sinners), that we may receive mercy [for our failures] and find grace to help in good time for every need [appropriate help and well-timed help, coming just when we need it].”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭4‬:‭14‬-‭16‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

Dear ones, think on this: you are so loved by God that he willingly gave the life of his precious son Jesus to pay the price to save you.

“For God so greatly loved and dearly prized the world that He [even] gave up His only begotten (unique) Son, so that whoever believes in (trusts in, clings to, relies on) Him shall not perish (come to destruction, be lost) but have eternal (everlasting) life. For God did not send the Son into the world in order to judge (to reject, to condemn, to pass sentence on) the world, but that the world might find salvation and be made safe and sound through Him.”
‭‭John‬ ‭3‬:‭16‬-‭17‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

I pray you will accept the gift of salvation that he freely offers to you. Come home to the Father through faith in Jesus. Oh how He loves you!

I Am The Milkman’s Daughter

This is a story about me and my daddy.

My daddy told me that when I was a baby, he would pack me up with my bottles, etc. and take me on his milk truck run. So, I really am the milkman’s baby.

My parents were very young, and divorced when I was around 5 years old. I believe they did the best they could, and I am sure it was tough in the early 1960s.

The circumstances of life and at times many miles kept us apart for so very long, but in my heart, he was always my daddy. The times we did get to spend together were precious to me, as were his stories.

For 10 days before my daddy moved to heaven in February, I was blessed to stay with him and his wife. He was in hospice care in the house he built, with his bed in front of the fireplace. He was at peace, surrounded by what was familiar, and by people who loved him deeply. I am grateful to have been able to help care for him.

In those 10 days I am so glad I got to know those who were very close to him. They feel like extended family.

One of the things that really touched me was hearing that he told everyone the milkman’s baby story. It means so much to know that even though we were rarely together, we both often thought of each other. My daddy loved me just as I loved him.

I prayed for my daddy for years, especially after I was introduced to the Holy Spirit in my early teens. I wanted him to know my Jesus, and to go to heaven. Well, during those 10 days, I met his pastor and I know I will see my daddy again in heaven.

Sometimes I am sad we didn’t get to be together more, but I am so very happy he is in my future, my forever in heaven future.

If you have been praying for someone for a long time, keep praying, keep believing, because oh how the Father loves them. Oh how he loves you, and oh how he loves to save those who are lost. Trust Him, He is a good, good Father. He is faithful.

What I am Praying

I hope you will join me in praying.

“Let us then fearlessly and confidently and boldly draw near to the throne of grace (the throne of God’s unmerited favor to us sinners), that we may receive mercy [for our failures] and find grace to help in good time for every need [appropriate help and well-timed help, coming just when we need it].”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭4‬:‭16‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

What I am praying:

God of angel armies, watch over our service men and women wherever they are in the world today. Send your angels to protect and defend them. May they go before them, behind them and at their sides. 

Grant wisdom, insight and understanding to our military leaders, and lead them in every decision. 

Grant peace and grace to military families. Surround them with comfort and care. 

Bring peace where there is confict, healing where there are wounds, and hope where there is discouragement. 

Protect the innocent, guide and direct them, keep them safe.

Reveal yourself to any and all of those who don’t yet know you.

In the name of Jesus, Amen.

I am also reading from several versions of Psalm 91 and praying through it. It carries a very important truth for all of us who believe.

From Psalm 33: The Lord Looks

The Psalms often bring me comfort and remind me to trust Him. In parentheses below I added deeper explanation for some of the words from the Hebrew, using the Strongs Concordance. I hope it will minister to you.

The Lord looks (to regard with pleasure, favor or care) from heaven, He sees all the sons of men. From His dwelling place, He looks out on all the inhabitants of the earth. He who fashions the hearts of them all, He who understands all their works.

The king is not saved by a mighty army; A warrior is not delivered by great strength. A horse is a false hope for victory; Nor does it deliver anyone by its great strength.

Behold, the eye of the Lord is on those who fear (reverence) Him, On those who hope (stay, tarry, trust, wait) for His lovingkindness (mercy, favor, goodness), to deliver (defend, preserve, rescue) their soul from death and to keep them alive in famine.

Our soul waits (adheres to, awaits) for the Lord; He is our help (aid, to protect or surround) and our shield (protector, defense).

For our heart rejoices (is glad, joyful) in Him, because we trust (are confident, sure, careless/carefree) in His holy name.

Let Your lovingkindness (mercy, favor, kindness, goodness), O Lord, be upon us, According as we have hoped (stay, tarry, trust, wait) in You.”

Psalms‬ ‭33‬:‭12‬-‭22‬ ‭NASB1995‬‬

From Psalm 116: In You Do I Put My Trust

I am so grateful that He is my refuge. I pray this will minister peace to you as well.

“KEEP and protect me, O God, for in You I have found refuge, and in You do I put my trust and hide myself.

I say to the Lord, You are my Lord; I have no good beside or beyond You.

The Lord is my chosen and assigned portion, my cup; You hold and maintain my lot. The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; yes, I have a good heritage.

I will bless the Lord, Who has given me counsel; yes, my heart instructs me in the night seasons. Therefore my heart is glad and my glory [my inner self] rejoices; my body too shall rest and confidently dwell in safety,

You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy, at Your right hand there are pleasures forevermore. [Acts 2:25-28, 31.]”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭16‬:‭1‬-‭2‬, ‭5‬-‭7‬, ‭9‬, ‭11‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

Adding this verse from The Passion Translation. I choose His joy, regardless of circumstances.

“My heart and soul explode with joy—full of glory! Even my body will rest confident and secure.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭16‬:‭9‬ ‭TPT‬‬

An Angel Strengthened His Spirit

I never really “saw” this scripture before, it is what happened when my Jesus was in the Garden of Gethsemane. It happened when he surrendered to the Father’s will. When he said, not my will but yours. He did that for you and me.

“And there appeared to Him an angel from heaven, strengthening Him in spirit.”
‭‭Luke 22‬:‭43‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

I believe the Holy Spirit brought this verse to my attention now, so that I will remember that even when things are hard, to choose His will. Then I can rest in his care and be strengthened in my spirit — whether by an angel, the Word of God, a “faith friend, “ or by his precious Holy Spirit, who is always with me.

It feels especially real right now, as I am sitting by my Daddy’s bedside as he transitions to heaven. I am here to help keep him comfortable, to tell him I love him. And to care for his wife, comfort her, hold her close during a time which is so difficult.

As I sit here today, I am also thinking of these scriptures, and praying that my dad and all of his loved ones feel His presence, and the angels around them.

“The Angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him [who revere and worship Him with awe] and each of them He delivers. [Ps. 18:1; 145:20.]”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭34‬:‭7‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

“God sends angels with special orders to protect you wherever you go, defending you from all harm. If you walk into a trap, they’ll be there for you and keep you from stumbling.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭91‬:‭11‬-‭12‬ ‭TPT‬‬

“Are not the angels all ministering spirits (servants) sent out in the service [of God for the assistance] of those who are to inherit salvation?”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭1‬:‭14‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

Think of this, and ask the Lord to help you understand it more: He loves all of us! We were the joy set before him when he gave his life for us on the cross. But the story didn’t end there… he was resurrected in 3 days and ever lives, interceding on our behalf at his Father’s throne.

P.S. I am so glad to know my Dad will be in heaven, and our future reunion will be so very sweet.

If you don’t know Jesus, ask him to come into your heart, to become your Lord and Savior. Oh how He loves you.

The Word, The Life, The Light, and The Feast of Dedication

Did you know that Jesus — Who is the Word, the One who was/is Life and the Light of Men — celebrated Hanukkah, also called, The Feast of Dedication? This shouldn’t be surprising because he was/is Jewish.

“After this the Feast of Dedication [of the reconsecration of the temple] was taking place at Jerusalem. It was winter, And Jesus was walking in Solomon’s Porch in the temple area.”
‭‭John‬ ‭10‬:‭22‬-‭23‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

I enjoyed reading and learning from this very insightful article about The Feast of Dedication at this link: How Jesus fulfills the Hopes of Hanukkah by Thomas Boehm.

Here are a couple of excerpts from it:

“Although Hanukkah has no direct Torah command, its origins are rooted in the lived experience of the Jewish people as they struggled to survive culturally, spiritually, and physically under the pressures of foreign empires.”

Nearly two centuries later the empire threatening the Jews had changed, but their struggle was the same, and…

“Into this world stepped the Light of the World, who celebrated the Feast of Dedication not merely as a historical memory, but as one who fulfills its deepest meaning. Hanukkah becomes a window into the heart of Jesus’s mission: to cleanse, to restore, to rededicate, and to reveal God’s kingdom in the midst of darkness, on earth as it already is in his presence.”

As we approach the celebration of his birth, I have been meditating on Jesus, how He was Light and Life from the beginning. The star that led the wisemen to him and the bright glory of the angel’s message to the shepherds could not help but reflect that.

I want to share these scriptures to encourage you:

“In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. God created everything through him, and nothing was created except through him. The Word gave life to everything that was created, and his life brought light to everyone.”
‭‭John‬ ‭1‬:‭1‬, ‭3‬-‭4‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“In Him was Life, and the Life was the Light of men. And the Light shines on in the darkness, for the darkness has never overpowered it [put it out or absorbed it or appropriated it, and is unreceptive to it].”
‭‭John‬ ‭1‬:‭4‬-‭5‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

“Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.””
‭‭John‬ ‭8‬:‭12‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“I have come as a light to shine in this dark world so that all who trust in me will no longer wander in darkness.”
‭‭John‬ ‭12‬:‭46‬ ‭TPT‬‬

Dear one, Jesus gave his life for you. He wants you to receive his life, his salvation, and his light that leads to life. Will you open your heart and ask him to be your Lord today? 

"Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc."
Scripture quotations taken from the Amplified® Bible (AMPC), Copyright © 1954, 1958, 1962, 1964, 1965, 1987 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. www.lockman.org.
Scripture quotations marked TPT are from The Passion Translation®. Copyright © 2017, 2018, 2020 by Passion & Fire Ministries, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserved. ThePassionTranslation.com.

Hineni – part 4: Here I Am

Hineni (הִנֵּנִי) is a Hebrew word that most simply means: Here I am, Here am I, or Behold, I.

With the murder of Charlie Kirk, who became a martyr for Christ on September 10, this word has taken on new significance for many people who are now saying, Here I Am, just as Charlie did.

Many have become hungry for God — seeking to know Jesus, to know that God loves them and has a plan for their lives. Churches are growing. Some people are coming back after being gone for long, others coming for the first time, Bibles are being bought and read. Many lives are being changed as they come to Jesus.

For many Christ followers it is a call to remember whose we are, who we are in Christ and that He has given to us the ministry of reconciliation. That we cannot be silent, the good news is ours to share.

As His, I am reminded that my aim is to live Hineni — Here I Am. To keep my heart tuned to the voice of the Holy Spirit. To be available to act whenever, however and wherever, as He directs. To be mindful that I get to choose to let His love flow through me, and that I may be the only Jesus someone sees.

As a result of this it is my joy and honor to share this truth with you:

“Now, if anyone is enfolded into Christ, he has become an entirely new person. All that is related to the old order has vanished. Behold, everything is fresh and new. And God has made all things new, and reconciled us to himself, and given us the ministry of reconciling others to God.

In other words, it was through the Anointed One that God was shepherding the world, not even keeping records of their transgressions, and he has entrusted to us the ministry of opening the door of reconciliation to God. We are ambassadors of the Anointed One who carry the message of Christ to the world, as though God were tenderly pleading with them directly through our lips.

So we tenderly plead with you on Christ’s behalf, “Turn back to God and be reconciled to him.” For God made the only one who did not know sin to become sin for us, so that we might become the righteousness of God through our union with him.”
‭‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭5‬:‭17‬-‭21‬ ‭TPT‬‬

There is nothing you can do to make him love you less, or more. Ask Jesus to come into your heart, receive the forgiveness for your sins that he offers, be reconciled to the one true God, He loves you perfectly and completely.

“Because if you acknowledge and confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and in your heart believe (adhere to, trust in, and rely on the truth) that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart a person believes (adheres to, trusts in, and relies on Christ) and so is justified (declared righteous, acceptable to God), and with the mouth he confesses (declares openly and speaks out freely his faith) and confirms [his] salvation. The Scripture says, No man who believes in Him [who adheres to, relies on, and trusts in Him] will [ever] be put to shame or be disappointed. [Ps. 34:22; Isa. 28:16; 49:23; Jer. 17:7.]”
‭‭Romans‬ ‭10‬:‭9‬-‭11‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

Scripture quotations taken from the Amplified® Bible (AMPC), Copyright © 1954, 1958, 1962, 1964, 1965, 1987 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. www.lockman.org.
Scripture quotations marked TPT are from The Passion Translation®. Copyright © 2017, 2018, 2020 by Passion & Fire Ministries, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserved. ThePassionTranslation.com.

Charlie Kirk and prayer for the 9/21/25 Memorial service

I cried when I learned he had been shot and killed at just 31 years old. It was both shocking and heartbreaking.

I did not know him personally, but I greatly admired his faith in Jesus Christ, love for family, dedication to speaking truth, and his love for America.

I understand that Charlie wanted to be remembered for his courage and his faith. I believe that he is and will be remembered for both of those things, as well as for his passion for the youth of this nation. His impact was significant.

It’s amazing to hear, read about and watch all of the prayer vigils (world wide), the overflowing churches and to hear leaders in our nation worship and give honor to God at the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service at the Kennedy Center, 9/14/2025.

Tomorrow (9/21/2025) it’s expected that 100,000+ will gather in a stadium in Glendale, AZ for a final memorial service to honor Charlie Kirk. Millions more will watch via network television, YouTube, Rumble and more.

All who are there, or watching or listening will hear from highly respected leaders, but more importantly, they will hear the gospel.

Please join me in praying for:

Erika and the Turning Point family to experience the grace, strength, peace and comfort of God, personally.

The protection of all speakers and attendees and that any plots, plans, and schemes of the enemy to disrupt the memorial will be exposed and thwarted. And for great wisdom and insight for all law enforcement and security personnel.

Pray for Pastor Rob McCoy, that God anoints and uses him and the message he shares.

Souls saved, hearts open to truth and for a great and long lasting revival and impact to reach college and high school students with the love of Jesus.

No technical difficulties and no online hindrances will affect live streams of the service.

I am expecting a great move of God. I am grateful that He can take what the enemy meant for evil and turn it for good. It has already begun and I expect it to continue to be a turning point toward God by many.

You can learn more at https://www.fightforcharlie.com/?hsCtaAttrib=1959943

A Fresh Look at Proverbs 3:5-6

I was in Texas for 10 days recently, blessed to attend the Southwest Believer’s Convention (click here to watch on demand) and to be immersed in the Word of God and Worship from Sunday-Sunday. This was my 28th year and as always, God was faithful to fill me to overflowing, literally. From start to end would equal approximately 6 months of regular Sunday services. It was awesome, amazing and I am grateful for all I learned. As I work my way through notes taken, studying and relistening, I expect to share more here.

Today, I did a study of Proverbs 3:5-6 and below are the Amplified Version, the King James Version, and finally in a version that I wrote based on my study of the Hebrew words. It helped me see it fresh new perspective, and I hope that it will encourage you.

King James
Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Amplified
Lean on, trust in, and be confident in the Lord with all your heart and mind and do not rely on your own insight or understanding. In all your ways know, recognize, and acknowledge Him, and He will direct and make straight and plain your paths.

My version
Be confident and secure, and boldly lean on and trust in the Lord with all your heart — with the very center and core of your being (mind, will and emotions) and don’t rely on what you think you know — your own insight, knowledge, wisdom or understanding. Throughout the course of your life’s journey talk with God, know, be aware of, consider, recognize, respect and regard and acknowledge Him. He will direct, make right, pleasant, prosperous and straight and clear your road (path) and race.

Another thing I learned about while in Texas, from a dear friend, Michelle, is this daily devotion available on YouTube. I am really enjoying it and thought you might as well. Here is the link to Jesus First

I am forever grateful, and mindful that OH, how HE loves you and me! Blessings dear ones!

Joy, Gratitude & Peace through Prayer

Sometimes we need a quiet place to retreat and listen to Him as He speaks to us through His Word, to be reminded of His love and care for us. To take time to talk, and to hear His heart.

These precious words come from God through the Apostle Paul to us. They are as needed and effective today as when they were written.

“Be cheerful with joyous celebration in every season of life. Let your joy overflow! Don’t be pulled in different directions or worried about a thing. Be saturated in prayer throughout each day, offering your faith-filled requests before God withoverflowing gratitude. Tell him every detail of your life, then God’s wonderful peace that transcends human understanding, will guard your heart and mind through Jesus Christ. Keep your thoughts continually fixed on all that is authentic and real, honorable and admirable, beautiful and respectful, pure and holy, merciful and kind. And fasten your thoughts on every glorious work of God, praising him always.”
‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭4‬, ‭6‬-‭8‬ ‭TPT‬‬

Today, Tomorrow, Future & Hope

I retired a week ago, and while I have some short-term plans and longer term dreams, I am also seeking the Lord for what His plans are next for me. Well today, I was going through a journal of things I have felt He spoke to me, and this one seemed good to share with you. Whatever place you may be in your life, I hope it will speak to your heart, as it did mine.

Today is a day of trust and rest, listening and learning, of obedience and test, a time to believe. There is a tomorrow coming, and you have a place in me both now and then. For now, don’t get caught up wondering what is next. Get caught up with me, I am where you are, with you – NOW.

I Am the One who gives you a future and hope. I Am everlasting. I was, I am, and I will always be. All that is good and satisfying is connected to knowing me. Shalom, which is true peace, nothing missing, lacking or broken, it’s only possible with, in and through me. It cannot be attained, or maintained apart from me. When you find me, you find that too.

Yes, your tomorrow is coming, and I will reveal my plan. I’ll make it clear, and I’ll equip you to complete it.

Jeremiah 29:11-13 (AMP). For I know the thoughts and plans that I have for you, says the Lord, thoughts and plans for welfare and peace and not for evil, to give you hope in your final outcome. Then you will call upon Me, and you will come and pray to Me, and I will hear and heed you. Then you will seek Me, inquire for, and require Me [as a vital necessity] and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.

John 14:17 AMP). Peace I leave with you; My [own] peace I now give and bequeath to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid. [Stop allowing yourselves to be agitated and disturbed; and do not permit yourselves to be fearful and intimidated and cowardly and unsettled.]

If you don’t already know my Jesus, listen, he is knocking on the door of your heart. Invite him in, ask him to reveal himself to you. He is love and he loves you. He wants you to experience the unlimited love and forgiveness that He died to give you, to reconcile you to the Father. He always has and always will.

Hineni – Part 2

As I have been studying the word Hineni, I noted that its first mention is in Genesis 22:1. God calls Abraham by name, and Abraham’s immediate reply is Hineni – Here I am.

I felt compelled to go back and read Genesis 12-22, to look at the relationship between Abraham and God. It helped me understand why Abraham answered, Hineni (indicating his willingness to do whatever God asked) when God called him that day. They had a relationship of friendship, of covenant, promises given, promises fulfilled. Abraham knew that what God said, He would do.

As I read Genesis 22:1-18, Abraham had no fear as he faced the test. He fully expected God to provide, and to return with his son. So much so that just as he raises the knife to sacrifice Isaac, he hears God calling and says once again, Here I am.

Abraham, the Father of our faith, believed God, he had faith in what he said, he trusted God. By doing that he had received his promised son, even though it was physically impossible. And God had promised that his generations would come through Isaac.

“By faith Abraham, when he was put to the test [while the testing of his faith was still in progress], had already brought Isaac for an offering; he who had gladly received and welcomed [God’s] promises was ready to sacrifice his only son, [Gen. 22:1-10.] Of whom it was said, Through Isaac shall your descendants be reckoned. [Gen. 21:12.] For he reasoned that God was able to raise [him] up even from among the dead. Indeed in the sense that Isaac was figuratively dead [potentially sacrificed], he did [actually] receive him back from the dead.”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭11‬:‭17‬-‭19‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

Because of Jesus this faith, this relationship with God is available to each one of us. He wants us to know Him, to learn that He is faithful. We do this by reading the Word, listening to Holy Spirit, praying (talking to and listening for God to speak to us).

He loves each one of us, He delights in revealing who He is and his good plans for us.

“[The Father] has delivered and drawn us to Himself out of the control and the dominion of darkness and has transferred us into the kingdom of the Son of His love, In Whom we have our redemption through His blood, [which means] the forgiveness of our sins.”
‭‭Colossians‬ ‭1‬:‭13‬-‭14‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

“For I know the thoughts and plans that I have for you, says the Lord, thoughts and plans for welfare and peace and not for evil, to give you hope in your final outcome.”
‭‭Jeremiah‬ ‭29‬:‭11‬ AMPC

“Let us then fearlessly and confidently and boldly draw near to the throne of grace (the throne of God’s unmerited favor to us sinners), that we may receive mercy [for our failures] and find grace to help in good time for every need [appropriate help and well-timed help, coming just when we need it].”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭4‬:‭16‬ ‭AMPC‬‬

Think about it: Do you know that He delights in you? What promises have you seen fulfilled? What are you expecting? What blessings have you received? What can you do to get to know Him more?

Hineni – part 1

I haven’t written in a while, but writing has been on my mind as I have recovered from a total knee replacement surgery. It’s been a journey of healing and during this time I have quite often thought about the word, Hineni.

Hineni (הִנֵּנִי) is a Hebrew word that most simply means: Here I am, Here am I, or Behold, I.

Biblically it is significant, so there’s a lot we can learn. To start things off, I will share this song that inspires me.

Hineni (Here Am I) by Marty Goetz

I look forward to studying and sharing more thoughts about Hineni with you soon.

Think about this: not only is Hineni spoken by a person to God, God has spoken it to people as well.

Oh how He loves you and me!