Sometimes it doesn’t matter how much you pray the armour of God or ask for the fruit of the spirit, there is an unseen arrow from the evil one that has already snuck into your being through the slimmest crack and is doing a very affective job to destroy your peace.
You pray, you cry, you can’t see or think straight!
Everyday we need to remember who we are, but on the days when we feel like we are drowning this is when we need to affirm who we are out loud.
WE ARE
Loved
Adored
Cherished
Unique
Fearfully and wonderfully made
A daughter of the King
A princess
Special
Blessed
Free
Forgiven
Redeemed
A child of God
After we have affirmed this, let’s sit back and see God work!
My husband is a huge Jeremy Camp fan and was listening to some of his music at the weekend. Keep me in the moment was playing and as I was squallingly singing along when the line ” Cause I don’t wanna miss what you have for me” really spoke to me.
Like many others I really believe that God has something special in store for our family this year. God has broken so many chains for us over the last couple of years and it feels like the last hurdle to climb is in sight and we are nearly at the finishing line.
However in all our plans, ups and downs I wonder how much of God’s goodness I am missing out on by focusing on the one goal.
I am not saying dreams and looking to the future are bad but if they are still in my head and not in reality yet what am I missing out on by not living in the moment.
oh Lord, keep me in the moment
Help me live with my eyes wide open
‘Cause I don’t wanna miss what you have for me
Singing oh Lord, show me what matters
Throw away what I’m chasing after
‘Cause I don’t wanna miss what you have for me
Jeremy Camp
It is good to have dreams and believe God will get us there but we have to live in each moment with God whatever that looks like.
We need to make the most of each moment. Conversations over coffee, hugs and wiping each other’s tears. Sharing the love, laughs and smiles while we can. These opportunities we do not want to miss.
We can have the world in the world’s eyes but if we do not share Jesus with friends, families, colleague’s and strangers we are missing out on something very special.
Let’s be wise with our precious time and ask God how we can use it wisely and not miss a single important moment.
Dear Jesus Let us live each and every moment with you. Let the spirit guide us showing us what we need to do. From enjoying your creation to fellowship with others. Let us know when to hug, when to speak and when to rest. What ever the path let us follow and never miss a God filled moment here on earth. Amen
The FMF word prompt today is prayer. Something I always need work on. So much to say but only five minutes. (Just over sorry) https://fiveminutefriday.com
I treat you like an earthy friend Dipping in and out when I can Yet you are a Holy God You deserve my very all
You come down to where I am No expectations of me You sit and listen While I reel off every feeling
I pray Rush off into my day When you deserve my time Worship and adoration
My prayers not always frequent Often very selfish I need to learn this art Of conversation with my Lord
I need to dwell in your presence So I never want to leave Forgetting the world around Just talking to my God
Help me to be more like Joshua With you face to face Breathing in your presence Never wanting to leave
Help me to sit still At the foot of your throne Looking at the King As an expectant child Listening to the story With excitement in my eyes
No distractions of thoughts No requests waiting to splurt out Just sitting in awe Quietly with brothers and sisters As a family of Christ Looking into the eyes of a King
Never let me forget How holy you are To be honoured and respected Even though you come as a friend You are a 3 in one divinity And deserve my all
Since I returned from visiting friends at the end of August my head has been doing a real number on me.
Nuts of unconfidence, what if’s, if only’s and comparison bringing discouragement and unsettledness.
With a day off booked and some alone time. No excuses I wanted to start in prayer. As my head was wandering I put some worship songs on You Tube in the hope of focusing.
As I was praying the song at that came on was Shoulders (link at the bottom) by King and Country. I hadn’t heard it before.
In the song Shoulders they keep singing “my help comes from you” meaning God.
Yes! That is what I needed to hear, to be reminded off. I listened to the song 3 times and my head cleared and I wanted to continue and lean on prayer as I really need God’s help to just bring joy.
As I opened my prayer journal. The bible verse on the page I am on is from Psalm 121:2
My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth
Psalm 121:2
Wow God really does give you what you need when you need it.
It is time to stop be still and let God administer. He has given me the word I need. I can’t ignore it. I have to lean in on it and I may not get the answers I want but I will get everything I need.
Today and always my strength comes from the Lord.
What do you need today. Take some quiet time out with God to let him provide and remind you of the answers you need.
Photo: page from my prayer journal. Prayer journal for women by Shannon Roberts.
A Sunday morning poetry reflection inspired by 1 Kings 19:11 – 13
And he said, “Go out and stand on the mount before the Lord.” And behold, the Lord passed by, and a great and strong wind tore the mountains and broke in pieces the rocks before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind. And after the wind an earthquake, but the Lord was not in the earthquake. And after the earthquake a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire. And after the fire the sound of a low whisper. And when Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave. And behold, there came a voice to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?”
1 Kings 19:11-13 ESV
A gentle whisper That is how you came Not in the powerful wind Earthquake or fire But gently whispering
A whisper so peaceful A presence so identifiable No doubt That it is only God touching earth
Your power, your strength So strong, yet so gentle There is no way to ignore Your presence as a whisper Passing by
Your whisper Your strength and power Now lives in us Through your Holy Spirit Still powerful and true
A power not to be taken frivously Taking God for granted His spirit Living in us Whispering tremendous power
Power that rose Jesus From death to life For us to live Not in the grave But joyous in victory
No situation to big or small God whispers Let me do this And break the chain So you can walk with me freely
To say I am disgruntled by a typical “English summer” is probably an understatement.
My head, from the moment I woke was one of negativity and not joy. Despite listening to worship songs and praying it wouldn’t shift.
Off to the garden I went. After weeks of rain and gloom it needed a tidy. While trying to save my tomato plants from blight it occurred to me that my soul was blighted.
My mind cloudy in mouldy thoughts far from love. My mind running away in despair and gloom of thoughts that most likely will never happen.
As I trimmed and snipped the stems that weren’t falling apart in my hands, I suddenly though of the bible verse from John 15.
I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.
John 15:5
It dawned on me that I needed pruning. As prayers flowed while trimming and snipping it led to a period of quiet and reflection once tidied. I let God work within me.
Sometimes life takes over and recently it has been full on busy. I forgot to be still and just carried on with the to do list.
If you are feeling blighted and that your mind is clouded. Step back, sit down and let God prune away the blight and restore your vine.
It's been a little crazy My mind was going goo goo My branches getting weighed down By blight and mildew Causing comparison, hatred and jealousy
It's time to take a break And let the gardener do his thing Trimming and pruning back my sin Restoring the fruit of the sprit That I need to grow and nourish my soul
Once pruned and restored My soul how well it is Singing songs of joy Praises all around To my God, the gardener
Lord of the heaven and earth How quickly I get distracted Jobs to do People to see And the games on the tablet The hours spent wasted
Keep me focused on you alone With my eyes on heavenly realms Constantly praying Having you on my mind Singing and dancing Praise all around
Let me feast on your blessings Each treasure from heaven Sharing with others Your goodness abound Leaving the earthly Firmly on the ground
Let my being be more than natural Carrying your presence supernaturally Not limiting you Let your Spirit abound Showing others around The possiblities abound
Be my heart beat Lord I pray Not easily distracted Just running the race Joyful and accepting No matter the finishing place Eternity in heaven the ultimate place
Less Nuts More Fruit 