Parables

🌱Seeds of Christmas Hope-The Humble Arrival

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You will find the baby wrapped in cloths and lying a in a manger. Luke 2:12 As a child, I loved blowing dandelion seeds into the wind. I never knew where they would land, but I always hoped they take root somewhere unseen. When my children were young, I taught them the same. Now with … Continue reading 🌱Seeds of Christmas Hope-The Humble Arrival →

🌱 Seed of Provision, Promise Fulfilled

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But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law.” Galatians 4:4 Recently, I found out about a Christian Writers conference coming up in February. I knew that it was something I wanted to do. But money is not always easily accessed. You can't imagine … Continue reading 🌱 Seed of Provision, Promise Fulfilled →

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The Washer, the Wire, and the Word- A Devotional on Finding Spiritual Balance

“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things of this earth.” Colossians 3:2 When the Washer Went Wild I was cleaning house the other morning when suddenly I thought that we were under attack. The apartment was shaking, the dogs started barking and the parrot was screeching. I ran out into the … Continue reading The Washer, the Wire, and the Word- A Devotional on Finding Spiritual Balance →

Miraculous Healing by Jesus in Capernaum: A Centurion’s Account

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Matthew 8:5-13 & Luke 7:1-10      This is the personal account of Lucius Gaius Victor, Centurion assigned to the garrison at Capernaum.   Known to most as simply Victor, this Centurion was witness to many miracles and teachings of Jesus, the Nazarene. This is his story.   As I strolled along the sea wall I looked … Continue reading Miraculous Healing by Jesus in Capernaum: A Centurion’s Account →

Finding Freedom from Heart Clutter: A Journey to Forgiveness

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As I watched the pigs at work, I noticed the bare soil bathed in sunlight. It made me think of how often we allow our hearts to be overrun with brush and clutter of unforgiveness and lack of repentance.

Standing Firm: Maturity in Faith and Courage in Christ | Ephesians 4:13-14

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Paul reminded the Ephesians and us that we must be mature in our faith, to know and believe in Christ Jesus. To have unwavering faith and courage to stand up in Christ and uphold the biblical teaching. Without a strong relationship with Jesus, consistent pray life and Bible reading we are at the mercy of the waves. We are unable to recognize false doctrines and lies of the enemy.

Who Are You Trying to Please?

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I know that many of you suffer from “people pleasing” just like me. There is this internal drive that compels me to do whatever I can to make sure everyone is happy. It always proves impossible. Then I feel like a failure and beat myself up for it.

A Leopard Can’t Change Its Spots but Jesus Can

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            I think that when you have a person like that in your life, you become a hostage in their unforgiveness. Your focus is on whether they forgive you rather than accepting that you are already forgiven by God.

A Chick Story

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Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12 ESV It is officially springtime at my house. Trees are blooming, I am sneezing, and chicks are hatching. Just this week … Continue reading A Chick Story →

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Christian Habits to Adopt 6-Goodness

Goodness is Godliness But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. 24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. 25 Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. 26 Let us not become conceited, provoking, and envying each other. … Continue reading Christian Habits to Adopt 6-Goodness →

Christian Habits to Adopt 5- Kindness

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Kindness goes a long way. It touches people. It gives them hope. It lingers in their hearts.

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Christian Habits to Adopt-4 Forbearance

Following Jesus and choosing to do what is right is not about feelings or stroked egos. It is about being humble as Christ was during his ministry. He had not committed a crime or hurt anyone, but he was still crucified as a criminal. He had every right to defend himself, but he chose not to. In doing so his innocent blood was shed to cover our sins and offer salvation. Through his sacrifice the path to God was paved.

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Christian Habits to Adopt

Though peace is a gift from God, peace is also a choice, we must actively pursue peace with one another, ourselves and in our homes.

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Christian Habits to Adopt-Part 2 Joy

Supernatural Result of Salvation But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. 24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. 25 Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.  Galatians 5:22-25                 If I were to … Continue reading Christian Habits to Adopt-Part 2 Joy →

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Christian Habits to Adopt

Part 1-Love Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 1 Corinthians … Continue reading Christian Habits to Adopt →

Under His Wing

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He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. Psalms 91:4  About a month ago, I had one of my chickens turn up missing. I was sad about it because she was a good layer and friendly. I looked for Haley … Continue reading Under His Wing →

Not a Salad Bar Faith

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Unfortunately, there are some people that think the Bible and the Christian walk is something they can treat like a buffet or salad bar. Taking what they like and rejecting what they don’t

Unconditional Faith

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I felt betrayed. I had prayed regularly, earnestly and I believed. I genuinely believed and confessed that God was going to answer my prayer. He would do what I had asked. But he didn’t.

I Just Got New Glasses and I Don’t Like ‘em

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What lens do you use to examine your heart and your motives? Do you have clear sight? It may be time for a pair of new “spiritual glasses”.

Seasons Change

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Just like the seasons change, this period of your life will change. If you are presently in a difficult period in your life, please know it is not forever. These periods in our lives help us grow and mature in ourselves and most importantly our relationship with God.

Be a Beacon for Christ

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You must always refer to the Word of Be a Beacon for Christ - You must always refer to the Word of God and never change it to fit what you want it to say or a point you want to make.  We are beacons showing the way to Jesus and redemption through Him.

Wait with Expectation and Enthusiasm for God

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I know that it is hard to wait. I know that in our minds we think we know what is best for us, our children, where we live or work, but ultimately it is only God that knows what is needed, what is better for us in our journey of growth and in our walk with Jesus.

Fear Not, For God is With You and Me

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I have simply found it hard to be a voice of encouragement when I feel only discouragement. Maybe you too feel a bit overwhelmed.

A Rafter of Turkeys

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A Rafter of Turkey: You have front door access to God. He is there waiting for you to seek him. Rather than focus on earthly advice and temporary fixes, seek out God.

It’s all in the Timing

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It is all in the Timing: We all have our little rituals, schedules, list and plans and we do not like them messed with by anyone. So, when God has a different idea or an alternate plan for us, we do not always accept it so easily.

Don’t Reel It In

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DON'T REEL IT IN: It is easy to be bold when our peers are cheering us on.  It is easy to speak out when our message coincides with popular ideas. However, when we speak the truth and share Christ with others outside our circle it is not as easy. When we act while using the Bible as our guide, not everyone understands or appreciates our reasons.  So, we hold back. We reel it in, and we render ourselves ineffectual.

Practice Makes Perfect….Eventually

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Practice Makes Perfect....Eventually You have been given the power of love and self-control are you using them to glorify God and show others to Christ?

Fruitless

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The vine is connected to the root system and its function is to nourish the branches. The branches are the conduit through which the vine expresses itself. Grapes do not appear on the vine or the trunk.  Only the branches bear fruit and that fruit is a direct result of the vine’s nutrients. The vine is the source of life.

Air Locks, Black Holes and Spontaneous Combustion-

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Your mind is strong and you, only you, can determine what you allow to play in your mind. When imaginings raise up causing paranoia or doubt, and sinful thoughts take that thought and cast it out. 

Refrain from Anger

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Refrain from Anger Anger is not a sin; it is a perfectly natural and normal thing that we all experience. The problem is when we allow anger to grow, and we react out of anger. Once we do that, we are vulnerable, and our enemy uses that opportunity to enter our hearts. An angry heart taints everything it touches and our relationships.  Especially our relationship with God.

I Am the Typist for Jesus

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And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.’ Matthew 5:40 Photo by Suzy Hazelwood on Pexels.com               I haven’t written a Mustard Seed in a couple of months.  I had just about decided that … Continue reading I Am the Typist for Jesus →

Unveiled

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Unveiled: As I studied my reflection, I was reminded that I am to reflect my King, the true King of all time, past, present, future and forever.  I should be reflecting him not me.  

Lasting Impressions

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Lasting Impressions It is a good reminder that though your choices and actions are not immediately seen, your life and actions have a direct and lasting impact on the world around you.  What you choose to do, to say in any situation makes an impression, it influences everyone around you and not just today but tomorrow.

Every Sunrise is a Renewal

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Sunrise over Luxor, Egypt 9/2021 The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23 The chill of the desert morning left me with a shiver. I was nervous and my stomach rolled. I had never done well with heights and the … Continue reading Every Sunrise is a Renewal →

A Bag of Glasses

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So, what lenses do you use to view the world around you? Is it the lens of the media? Maybe your favorite Tik Tok? Your friends? Favorite show? Grief? Bitterness? Fear?

Boldness is Contagious

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If you get on your knees before God, you can stand before any man. And because of my chains, most of the brothers and sisters have become confident in the Lord and dare all the more to proclaim the gospel without fear. Philippians 1:14 Today I read a comment from someone on their stance on the … Continue reading Boldness is Contagious →

A Sure Thing

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God will never use coercion, bribery, shame, threats or fear in His revelations.  That is a tactical move by the enemy to elicit fear and control.  Look back over history, fear is the most used tactic to force people to comply and “fall in line”.   Fear is one of the biggest motivators to all life whether human or animal. We fear death, injury or the inability to sustain life

Get Up Off Your Samsonite

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Now is not the time for Christians to be sitting on the Samsonite, it is time to get up and get about our Father’s business sharing the Word.

Sowing Good Seed

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Sowing Good Seed Matthew 13:24-30 The Parable of the Weeds:  He put another parable before them, saying, “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a man who sowed good seed in his field, 25 but while his men were sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds[a] among the wheat and went away. 26 So … Continue reading Sowing Good Seed →

On Angel’s Wings

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  Sometimes, I forget how big God is and how wonderful is his creation.  I get into the mud and mire of my life and I can’t seem to see past the problems, worries and issues.  I forget to lift my face to heaven and seek him.

Sometimes, Life Gets in the Way

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There will always been an inexhaustible list of things that need to be addressed but there may not always be the opportunity to answer Jesus' call.

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Mustard Seeds, Modern Parables

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🌱 The Heart of Christmas: The Gift of Salvation

Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah. Luke 2:11 I love Christmas music. It irritates my daughters. Something about watching your mom dance around or some such. By far, my favorite Christmas song is "Mary Did You Know?"(written by Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene, first … Continue reading 🌱 The Heart of Christmas: The Gift of Salvation →

A Clutch of Empty Hope

“He said to them, ‘Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.’” — Mark 16:15Miss Dixie, my parrot, recently laid three eggs. She sits faithfully on them turning them, warming them, lavishing her love on them. But there is no male parrot in the house, so those eggs will never hatch. … Continue reading A Clutch of Empty Hope →

The Gift That Cannot be Lost: This Christmas, let every distraction point you back to the gift that matters most, Jesus.

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23. The last two weeks have been a blur. Deadlines, projects, and endless to‑dos have left me driven to distraction. In fact, I managed to misplace my house key, driver’s license, and debit cards, … Continue reading The Gift That Cannot be Lost: This Christmas, let every distraction point you back to the gift that matters most, Jesus. →