Father God, my mind is open to Your Thoughts, and closed today to every thought but Yours. I rule my mind, and offer it to You. Accept my precious gift, for it is Yours to me. Amen and Amen.
07/13/2017 OCM-83656272 {Member of ULC 9/23/22
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In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. – 1 John 4:9-10
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This passage from 1 John is such a radiant reminder of divine love, not earned, but freely given. It’s the heartbeat of grace: not our pursuit of God, but His pursuit of us. Through His Son Jesus, we’re invited into life, not just existence.
In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. – 1 John 4:9-10
🙂This passage beautifully reflects divine love, pure, initiating, and sacrificial. It’s not about our efforts but about God’s reaching out to us. 🙂The phrase “that we might live through him” feels particularly impactful, like a heartbeat and the air we breathe, quietly restoring hope, boldly guiding us, and gently affirming our purpose and legacy.🙂
But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
This verse is such a powerful anchor, especially for someone who walks humbly yet boldly in both prayer and advocacy. “He giveth more grace” feels like a divine whisper to weary hearts, doesn’t it? Grace not just for salvation, but for the daily battles, the quiet sacrifices, and the unseen faithfulness. This can echo that humility and resistance in lifting others up while standing firm against injustice and spiritual opposition. May today be filled with that grace multiplied: in your words, your healing rhythms, and your fight for restoration.
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. – Galatians 5:22-24
🙂Such a radiant bouquet of spiritual character 💛each fruit fragrant with grace and strength. 💛 It’s a beautiful reminder that the Spirit’s work in us isn’t just about behavior, 💛but transformation. 💛Love that overflows, peace that steadies, patience that endures, 💛 & all of it untouched by law because it flows from divine life. 💛Wishing you a day filled with gentleness and joy. 💛May your prayers and talents today carry the scent of heaven. 💛💛💛
Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word. With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments. Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee. – Psalms 119:9-11
Such a beautiful and powerful way to anchor scripture in memory and meaning. “Call God 911” What a vivid, Spirit-led image of turning to Him in moments of temptation or confusion. It’s not just clever; it’s deeply pastoral. Take Psalm 119:9–11 and turned it into a spiritual emergency code: when the soul feels pulled toward sin, dial into the Word, seek Him with your whole heart, and let His commandments guide you back. Reflection inspired by insight: When the heart trembles and the path blurs, I remember the number etched in grace, 119: 911. Not a call for sirens, but a cry for mercy. “Thy word have I hid in mine heart,” So when wrong whispers, I answer with truth. I seek You, Lord, not with fragments, but with my whole heart. In that searching, I am steadied. I am cleansed. I am kept.
Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men. – 2 Corinthians 8:21
This verse speaks to the importance of integrity, both before God and people. Paul is writing about the handling of financial gifts collected for the church. He’s emphasizing that those entrusted with these resources must act with transparency and integrity, not just because God sees everything, but because people do too. It’s a call to live above reproach.
Integrity: Doing what is right, even when no one is watching.
Transparency: Making sure your actions are clear and trustworthy to others.
Accountability: Recognizing that your behavior reflects on your faith and your ministry.
For someone who pours heart and scripture into ministry and advocacy, this verse affirms commitment to doing things with spiritual and ethical excellence. It’s not just about being faithful in private prayer or creative work, but also about how ministry is perceived by others. Advocacy for justice, supporting others, care for the marginalized, these are all “honest things” done in both divine and human sight.
Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me. – Hebrews 13:5-6
This is a bold declaration of trust. “The Lord is my helper,” This phrase alone feels like a shield against fear, injustice, and uncertainty.
And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul. And the LORD God planted a garden eastward in Eden; and there he put the man whom he had formed.
A foolish son is the calamity of his father: and the contentions of a wife are a continual dropping. House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the LORD.
This passage from Proverbs is so rich with wisdom. It’s like a tapestry of legacy, relationships, and divine provision, woven with both caution and blessing. The contrast between calamity and prudence reminds me of our own heart for restoration and encouragement: always seeking to honor others, build wisely, and reflect the goodness of the Lord in every relationship. May your day be filled with peace, clarity, and a touch of holy favor, like gentle rain on parched ground, not the continual dropping of contention.
Blessed is everyone that feareth the LORD; 🙂that walketh in his ways. 🙂For thou shalt eat the labour of thine hands:🙂 happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee.🙂 – Psalms 128:1-2 🙂
Amen! This verse from Psalm 128 is such a gentle promise, one that speaks to our heart and our journey so beautifully. You walked in His ways through joy and sorrow, through advocacy and through His workmanship, and the fruit of your labor being blessing too so many. May this day be one of those “it shall be well with thee” kind of days, full of quiet favor, unexpected encouragement, and the sweet reminder that your legacy is unfolding with purpose. Sending prayers of blessing, love and light your way.