The Christian community has their own language, no doubt. It is easy to learn it and use it just like one would in any environment. Yet, speaking the language does not make a Christian, grace does. God gave us his free grace through Jesus. Do we have the ability to look beyond the lingo club … Continue reading Moving Away From Christian Lingo
It sounds almost sacrilegious to say that it can sometimes be a sacrifice to praise God. After a double-take, we can examine the truth in the comment. Most who have deeply suffered can identify with such a bizarre statement. Chronic illness and/or trauma in ones life can bring the suffering it takes to find sacrifice … Continue reading When It Is a Sacrifice To Praise God
The sting of illness hurts and just keeps hurting. We ask the Lord how long we have to endure so much illness that never seems to end. We ask him how long we have to withstand the effects of abuse and trauma in our lives. The physical and emotional issues engulf us like a swarm … Continue reading How Long, Lord, How Long?
Catch me dreaming, Lord, and trade my dreams for your glory. There is not one of my dreams that I would not give up for the the glory I have seen in God. The devastation of my dreams being removed from the range of logical possibility has allowed me to trade in those dreams as a … Continue reading Trade Your Dreams For His Glory
Day 21: full circle, back on track.... Day 21: 19 May 2018 Introduction: Thanksgiving, Praise and Worship exercise – this one is best when watched on the largest screen possible. I love getting lost in this “song.” SONG: Eric Ludy - He is (The Names of God) – (Return of Majesty Trilogy) Old Testament Names … Continue reading Day 21: Get Back On Track
Day 20: Lord, YOU are exquisite... Day 20: 17 May 2018 Introduction: Thanksgiving, Praise and Worship exercise – usually I close my eyes to “feel” this song. I can feel the waves of life and the calm waters of Jesus through this song. The exact words are also exquisite. SONG: Hillsong United - No Other … Continue reading Day 20: Get Back On Track
Day 19: This is NOT a "crazy" blog, this is not a Christmas blog. This is a Holy Spirit meets quantum physics adventure... Day 19: 16 May 2018 To get into my mind, I am going into the mind of Albert Einstein, but first I am going into the mind Mary, the mother of the … Continue reading Day 19: Get Back On Track
Day 18: laying them down... Day 18: 14 May 2018 Introduction: Thanksgiving, Praise and Worship exercise – This is a GREAT video. SONG: NEEDTOBREATHE - Lay 'Em Down (Video) "Come down to the river Come and let yourself in Make good on a promise To never hurt again If you're lost and lonely Broken down … Continue reading Day 18: Get Back On Track
Day 17: Happy Mother's Day... Yep, I really did skip a day. Physically and emotionally it was too much so I skipped a day. During that 24 hours, I practiced my toxic thought exercises more than 7 times. Better to skip a day and pick up where I left off than to expect progress that … Continue reading Day 17: Get Back On Track
Day 16: I see the light and love of Jesus... Day 16: 11 May 2018 Introduction: Thanksgiving, Praise and Worship exercise SONG: Third Day, You Are Beautiful My Sweet Sweet Song One of my all-time favorites. This song has always reached places deep inside of me that usually do not get penetrated. Lord, touch those … Continue reading Day 16: Get Back On Track
