Encouraging Word

 

Psalm 24:1

The earth is the Lord's, and the fullness thereof; 

the world, and they that dwell therein.

Today's post is another  encouraging word from Rachel Shafer, the young multi-gifted young woman who authored   America's Anthem which  I shared in my last post.  I'm providing a link to what she shared recently which includes a word from the Lord, on  Dutch Sheets' Give Him 15.  I trust you'll enjoy it as much as I did.

Her short but very power video is only one click away: Watch What God Will Do.   I'm trusting this will kindle a flame of hope in your heart for better things to come no matter how things may appear today!

2 Corinthians 4:7

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels,

 that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.

America's Anthem

 

Psalm 24:1

The earth is the Lord's, and the fullness thereof; 

the world, and they that dwell therein.

After the recent historic developments in our country's "justice" system as displayed in a particular trial and verdict in  the state of New York,  again I felt  a little encouragement might be called for as well as the need for prayer for our beloved country. 

I decided to share this particular song after having watched  her father Tim Sheets' prophetic message Order! on YouTube where it was played during the service.

Following is Rachel Shafer's American Anthem, author and vocalists of  this beautifully inspiring song. 

 

God's Blessing to all.

2 Corinthians 4:7

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels,

 that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.

Victory in Jesus: Denver and the Mile High Orchestra

 

Psalm 24:1

The earth is the Lord's, and the fullness thereof; 

the world, and they that dwell therein.

Just a little something to perk-up the soul and fuel the spirit.

 Hope you  enjoyed it!                                                         

                                                     

2 Corinthians 4:7

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels,

 that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.

Spirit Wind

 

Psalm 24:1

The earth is the Lord's, and the fullness thereof;
the world and they that dwell therein.

The link I'll be sharing concerning Spirit Wind, is the clearest,  most straightforward  teaching about what it means to be a spirit being and operating in life from that foundation that I've heard.  To me, it is the definition of what it means to live a life that knows how to cast our nets on the other side of the boat or the "right side" of the boat.  In plain English, Jesus was telling his disciples to cast their nets His way-the kingdom of heaven way- instead of their way,... the hard, toiling, figuring it out yourself way that they were use to.

The only way to live an overcoming life is by yielding to the Holy Spirit, and I know I, as much as some and perhaps more than most, need to yield to Him in a greater way,  Thank God He is so gracious and will accept us and receive us wherever we are if we only invite Him in and choose to allow Him to be our personal teacher or Life Coach as the world puts it. 

Here are some things Jesus said about the Holy Spirit and what He was sent to do for us:

John 14:16-18, 26 NASB1995

I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may be with you forever; that is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it does not see Him or know Him, but you know Him because He abides with you and will be in you.  I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. 26...but the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom I send in My Father's name  He will teach you  all things and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you. 

He is still speaking and the word and the Spirit will teach us to hear His voice! 

So now, back to  my reason of posting this...sharing the link to  Dutch Sheet's  Give Him 15 video for  today, April 19, 2024,  entitled "Spirit Wind People".   I for certain want to be one of them...

      Here's the link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RU4OnRCeFNY

.... and after watching the video, I trust you will want to be one too!

2 Corinthians 4:7

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels

that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.

Scripture taken from the NEW AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE(R), Copyright (C) 1960,1962,1963,1968,1971,1972,1973,1975,1977,1995 by The

Lockman Foundation. Used by permission

Just Show Up? Really. (repost)

 

Psalm 24:1

The earth is the Lord's, and the fullness thereof; 

the world, and they that dwell therein.

This was first published August 18, 2022, and for parts of it which I've highlighted, I thought it would be a good reminder for this new year, 2024. 

Just Show Up? Really.

"Back in the day" whenever that day was,  I recall some who hosted what was called a "Come As You Are Party." As the title suggests, it was an impromptu party where people  came dressed in whatever they were wearing at the time of the invite.  I thought of it because of the decision I finally came to this morning. 

Around the globe, we're living in such a chaotic time where each day seems to require more effort to  make it through than the day before.  So what do we do when our best efforts and all our reserves of strength and internal fortitude have been used up and are failing us?  I was there this morning.  I really had reached that place and was pouring it out to my Father....and after a moment or two of silence before Him,  I was somehow enabled to make a decision, even after considering all my weaknesses and  seemingly insurmountable issues.  I decided I could just simply...show up.  

Though nothing really changed, my decision made a difference and I knew it. Then  a few moments later-even as God had spoken to Gideon-I heard the voice of the Spirit say quietly within "go in the strength you have". That confirmation from Him made all  the difference.  I knew it would really be okay just to show up despite how I may be looking or feeling, just like going to a Come As You Are party.  I knew from past experiences that if I'd show up where I was suppose to,  He'd show up, too! 

At times just showing up really is enough and that's a miracle in itself.  I came to this point with this blog entry yesterday. After making several attempts to end it,  I knew I didn't have the true reason why just "showing up" is so important  to our God.  I knew I had to see it from His perspective so the following is what He showed me early this morning:

By choosing to show up, we're reaffirming our commitment to stand with and honor Him not in words only, but also in our actions.  Since He's already promised to remain with us,  as well as stating in Hebrews 13:5 “I will never desert you, nor will I ever forsake you;” our loyalty to Him satisfies His heart in a very special way as we actually stand with Him in our weakest, most vulnerable seasons.

"Thank You, for your lovingkindness to us your children, and for always giving us strength to stand...for after all, Your Presence with us IS that enabling strength!"

2 Corinthians 4:7

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels,

that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.