Eyes of God Prophetic Ministry

Today’s verse is an awesome verse on just how to make it in today’s world: draw near to God and put our trust in Him. COVID is on the rise again and the economy seems unstable. Where do we turn for safety? There is only One we can truly trust and that is God. He will not let us down. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“But [it is] good for me to draw near to God: I have put my trust in the Lord GOD, that I may declare all thy works.” ~ Psalm 73:28

Oh how I needed this verse today! God was my strength that got me through. Even as the evening came, I had to dig in for strength for this post. But God! He is my strength and I was not going to bed without giving Him praise for carrying me through another day! He is so good to me and I give Him such a high praise for meeting my every need!! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“My flesh and my heart faileth: [but] God [is] the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.” ~ Psalm 73:26

I will sing of Thy praises forever. The world hated our Savior so much they hung Him on a cross, so why would followers of Him think they would be embraced for following after His ways? I’m okay with not following the crowd and I’m okay with not being liked as long as my beliefs follow the Word of God. I’m thankful God upholds me when others try to bring me harm. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“My tongue also shall talk of thy righteousness all the day long: for they are confounded, for they are brought unto shame, that seek my hurt.” ~ Psalm 71:24

There is no comfort like the comfort that comes from the Holy Spirit. The great and sore troubles we experience draw us closer to Him. They are also training grounds for where He wants us to be and the people we will help along the way. Not one thing we go through is wasted. God sees what we don’t and He has a plan for every step and tear along the way. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“20 [Thou], which hast shewed me great and sore troubles, shalt quicken me again, and shalt bring me up again from the depths of the earth. 21 Thou shalt increase my greatness, and comfort me on every side.” ~ Psalms 71:20-21

The Lord IS my strength! Can I get an Amen?! My feet shall not be moved and I shall not be swayed from the path God has chosen for me. We have been made the righteous of God through Jesus and I’m not letting the enemy hold me down. These migraines will break, I am healed and whole in the name of Jesus. What are you believing God for? 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“I will go in the strength of the Lord GOD: I will make mention of thy righteousness, [even] of thine only.” ~ Psalm 71:16

The battle is not yours, it is God’s. That is what I heard in my spirit as I began to write this. They may think they hate you, but they hate the spirit within you. It is not you they are coming up against, but the Spirit that dwells within you. Let them go and let God deal with them. When you harbor hate or upset over it, it gets into your spirit. God’s got this and you, let Him work. You keep being you and allowing His light to shine through you. He will take care of the rest. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

‘Let them be confounded [and] consumed that are adversaries to my soul; let them be covered [with] reproach and dishonour that seek my hurt.” ~ Psalm 71:13

There will be times when we will struggle and that’s okay. There is nothing wrong with us or what we are doing, it is necessary part of the process of who we are becoming. The important thing is not to give up but to press through knowing God is your strength. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Cast me not off in the time of old age; forsake me not when my strength faileth.” ~ Psalm 71:9

Thank You Jesus for a strong refuge on those difficult days! People say how do you do it? The answer is simple, God! He is my strength, He catches my tears, and He hears those prayers when Jesus is all I can mumble! I am thankful that He carries me through those bad days to give me a testimony to help others through theirs. I’m thankful that He never leaves me helpless. I’m thankful to serve an awesome God who loved me when I didn’t love myself! I’m just thankful! Can I get an amen?! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“I am as a wonder unto many; but thou [art] my strong refuge.” ~ Psalm 71:7

The Holy Spirit just spoke to me as I read today’s verses. I reread them and began to think about the calling God has on my life. Then I began to think about how He calls so many who are afraid to operate in that calling. Whether it is fear of not hearing Him correctly, fear of others not listening or believing, fear of what others think, so many reasons. When we operate in the spirit we move out of that flesh and blood that holds us back. The blood of Jesus destroys fears and breaks things that holds us back from our Christ given destiny. We all have a destiny, whether it is to preach or do something else for His Kingdom. Don’t allow the enemy to hold you back from all that God has for you as His child. Open the eyes to our hearts Lord and help us to walk closer with You. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“15 But when it pleased God, who separated me from my mother’s womb, and called [me] by his grace, 16 To reveal his Son in me, that I might preach him among the heathen; immediately I conferred not with flesh and blood:” ~ Galatians 1:15-16

If it doesn’t come from God’s Word, it’s not the Word you follow period. You can’t bend the truth, you can’t dilute it, and you can’t change it to “update” it with the times. It is unchanging. If any man preaches to you anything other than the Word this verse says let him be accursed. We must study the word ourselves and not feed on just anything set before us. We aren’t here to please man, but to honor Christ. That is definitely something to think about. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“9 As we said before, so say I now again, If any [man] preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed. 10 For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.” ~ Galatians 1:9-10

God has led me to the book of Galatians. As I stated it off this morning, I too marveled as I began to think on how we have perverted the gospel of Christ. My spirit became grieved as I began to think on how society has twisted it to fit into their own ideals and preconceived notions. I have a replica of 12 week aborted baby in my office that I had not unpacked yet, it was in a cup. My 7 year old niece found it and said, “Aunt Chelle, why do you have a baby in a cup?” A 7 year old could tell it was a baby, but we are still killing them in the wound. I unpacked him/her out of the cup today and put them on my desk as a reminder that the unborn are God’s children too. Those are just one of the ways that the enemy has allowed us to pervert the gospel and we have become too blinded to even see it. There are so many more, if you pray for the Lord to remove the blinders from your eyes you will see them too. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“6 I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: 7 Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ.” ~ Galatians 1:6-7

We all know life happens, but it doesn’t have to happen alone. The moment you choose Jesus as your Savior, He becomes your Rock and Fortress. Retreat to Him in the midst of the storm and allow Him to calm the waters. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Be thou my strong habitation, whereunto I may continually resort: thou hast given commandment to save me; for thou [art] my rock and my fortress.” ~ Psalm 71:3

I had a migraine this evening that caused absolute confusion. My vision blurred, I was disoriented, and didn’t think I was going to be able to write this blog. It was scary. Poppa, lift the confusion. Allow your light to come flooding in! Not just with the migraines, but in every single area of my life. I put my trust in You. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust: let me never be put to confusion.” ~ 71:1

Poppa, let this verse forever be my prayer to You. I want my soul to follow after You hard as I grow closer to You and learn from You and walk in all of Your ways. Teach me and mold me into be the woman You have created me to be. In Jesus name. Amen. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“My soul followeth hard after thee: thy right hand upholdeth me.” ~ Psalm 63:8

Has God been good to you? When I think on the things God has done for me, it overwhelms me. He has literally carried me through so many situations… many of which I got myself into it. His mercy endures when people give up on us. I am so thankful He didn’t give up on me when I wanted to give up on myself. When I think of the goodness of my Father, I rejoice and praise His name. He is so worthy to be praised! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

‘6 When I remember thee upon my bed, [and] meditate on thee in the [night] watches. 7 Because thou hast been my help, therefore in the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice.” ~ Psalms 63:6-7

I am so thankful for the Lord’s loving kindness. It sustains me on those difficult days that I wouldn’t have the strength to press through on my own. I give Him such a high praise for who He is and all He does on my behalf. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Because thy lovingkindness [is] better than life, my lips shall praise thee.” Psalm 63:3

There is someone who loves to listen to you and you can trust Him with everything, it’s your Heavenly Father. He’s also your refuge, a safe haven to go when you need a break from the world. He listens and understands like no one else can. During those times when you don’t know where to turn, turn to Him. I promise you won’t be disappointed. He will see you through. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Trust in him at all times; [ye] people, pour out your heart before him: God [is] a refuge for us. Selah.” ~ Psalm 62:8

I shall not be, I shall not be moved … that just rang through my spirit ad I read today’s verses. Like a tree planted by the water, I shall not be moved! God has me, He has you too. The devil likes to convince us of otherwise, but God’s got this! He is our defense and He is our source. We shall not be moved. There is an awesome comfort in that. God’s got us! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him [cometh] my salvation. 2 He only [is] my rock and my salvation; [he is] my defence; I shall not be greatly moved.” ~ Psalms 62:1-2

God is for us. That’s all that really matters. I’ve been feeling a little out of sorts lately, out of place I guess. Kind of like I don’t fit in with certain groups or more like I stick out, completely out of place. Poppa, I’m so completely different than most people. I don’t think they “get” me. I feel like I’m stumbling along, looking silly. Then I hear my Father whisper, you are mine, wonderfully made in my image and the right people will appreciate all of you. Sometimes you just clash with people because your spirits don’t agree. Be you anyways! They didn’t like Jesus either, let your light shine knowing God is your covering. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“When I cry [unto thee], then shall mine enemies turn back: this I know; for God [is] for me.” ~ Psalm 56:9

This verse. My Poppa has caught so many of my tears, He caught more today. ** smiles ** It is nice to know that no matter what happens in life I can cry out to Him and He listens without judgment. When I’m wrong, the Holy Spirit convicts and directs me back on path, but without condemnation. When I am overwhelmed, He gives me the wisdom and strength I need to keep going. Whatever the need, He meets it. I’m just thankful for my Poppa and the cleansing tears He catches! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Thou tellest my wanderings: put thou my tears into thy bottle: [are they] not in thy book?” ~ Psalm 56:8

We live in uncertain times where fear can grasp hold if we allow it, but God! When our trust is in Him we have nothing to fear, He has us in the palm of His hand. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.” ~ Psalm 56:3

Wow, what a timely verse for me. I love it when God does that! I had my first appointment with my endocrinologist today and a big factor I noticed against my health is stress! It does so much harm from my headaches to this issue I’m having in my mouth to my diabetes to the list is really endless. So tonight I am REALLY reflecting on this verse. All I have to do is cast my burdens on the Lord and He WILL sustain me. I don’t need to toss and turn at night. I don’t need to worry and overthink. I need to pray and give it to my Poppa, He’s got me. I don’t know if anyone else needed this little reminder this evening, but I sure did! ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“22 Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.” ~ Psalm 55:22

There is so much going on in this world… there is so much going on in my own life! When I read these two verses I was filled with so much peace and comfort. When we call on the name of the Lord, He will save us. It’s that simple. My Poppa hears my cries and He hears yours too! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“16 As for me, I will call upon God; and the LORD shall save me. 17 Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray, and cry aloud: and he shall hear my voice.” ~ Psalms 55:16-17

I’ve often wondered how people cannot believe in God. This verse says they are a fool. It also says they are corrupt and have abominable iniquity. When I look around, I see so much of that today and it grieves my heart. People’s eyes are closed, blinded by the enemy. We need to unite in prayer. We are leaving in a time that believes evil is good and good is being restricted. We need to pray pray pray as we keep allowing our light for Christ shine! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgak

“The fool hath said in his heart, [There is] no God. Corrupt are they, and have done abominable iniquity: [there is] none that doeth good.” Psalm 53:1

Not being liked used to be something that bothered me more than anything. I tried so hard to please everyone, I probably still try too hard at times if I’m honest. But today’s verses are clear, not everyone is going to like us. I’ve met some people that seemed to dislike me before they ever knew me. Why Poppa? They recognized the Spirit within me! I’m okay with that. His light shines through me and it is going to clash with the world. I’ll keep shining anyways! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

^“18 If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. ¹⁹ If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you.” John 15:18-19

We are chosen y’all! How awesome is that?! We weren’t just chosen, but we were chosen for the a specific purpose and ordained to something unique for the Kingdom of God. Poppa I give You the highest praise and I’m excited to walk into my calling and destiny. Chosen for a time such as this. Can I get a praise shout?! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and [that] your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you.” ~ John 15:16

We are friends of God, He calls us friend! When we walk with Him, following His ways as He has made known to us we are His friend. What an honor. It doesn’t matter who is against us or how small our circle is, we have a friend in God! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“14 Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you. 15 Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you.” ~ John 15:14-15

Love one another. It’s really that simple. Be kind to the people you meet, offer them a warm sincere smile as you go about your day. That smile might be the only kindness their days sees. You have no idea what people are facing behind closed doors, is it so hard to offer kindness to those we meet? Christ gave His life while we yet sinners. He loved us where we were going to be, right in our mess. We should continue in that same love. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“9 As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love. 10 If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father’s commandments, and abide in his love.” ~ John 15:9-10

I am at a point in my life, where I want to abide with my Father and do His will. I want what I ask to align with His will for me and produce fruit for His Kingdom. Help me Poppa as you move the blocks of my life into place for your path for me. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“6 If a man abide not in me, he is cast forth as a branch, and is withered; and men gather them, and cast [them] into the fire, and they are burned. 7 If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. 8 Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples.” ~ John 15:6-8

We must abide in the branch (Christ) to produce good fruit. Through Him, we can do all things. Without Him, we can do nothing. Oh how I needed this reminder this evening! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“4 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. 5 I am the vine, ye [are] the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.” ~ John 15:4-5

Thank You Jesus for Your cleansing blood. There is none perfect, no not one but we can walk with Him daily and be cleansed through the confession of our sins. A daily cleansing in the Word is essential for the renewing of our mind and our spirit. The enemy is ever so vigilant, seeking to destroy us and we need to draw close to our Father and suit up in our armor daily in order to protect ourselves from his vicious assaults. A cleansing of the word is the best way to start every day! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you.” ~ John 15:3

The purging is never easy, but completely necessary. Looking back on my life, I am thankful for the purging process. It has molded me into the woman I am today. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every [branch] that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit.” ~ John 15:2

It’s that simple my friends, all you have to do is call upon the name of the Lord and you WILL be saved. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Romans 10:13

These verses are full of so much promise! NOTHING can separate us from the love of God and we have the blood of Jesus to thank for that!!! My heart is overflowing with thankfulness this evening as I reflect on these verses. No matter what I go through, no matter who is against me, nothing can separate me from God’s love. It is like a warm blanket surrounding me. That just makes my heart smile. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“38 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, 39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” ~ Romans 8:38-39

Things in life happen, that’s a fact. But NOTHING can separate us from the love of Christ, it is written right in His Word so it is a FACT. It also says we are more than conquerors through Him that loved us. What are you facing today? It is not greater than the One who made you! It is not greater than His love for you. Anything that tries to convince you of anything else is a lie from the pit of hell and you need to send that thought back cancelled and denied! Child of God, look to up to your Father the author and finisher of your faith. You ARE more than a conqueror through Christ and this mountain before you will not defeat you. Declare a thing in the name of Christ and watch it move! You’ve got this, because God’s got you! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“35 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? [shall] tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? 36 As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. 37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.” ~ Romans 8:35-37

What an awesome God we serve. He gave His Son for our lives to pay for our sins. We were so undeserving, yet He did this before we even came to ask for forgiveness and truly know Him. Do you think there is one need He can’t meet or thing He can’t freely give us? All you need to do is ask your Father in faith. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“He that spared not his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us all things?” ~ Romans 8:32

Whew, this verse! The last several days I have felt like anything that could go wrong did. Today I found myself completely irritable and this evening as I sat down to write this, I found myself overwhelmed with emotion as tears spilled down my cheeks. Poppa, I can’t do this alone. I feel the world is against me. Ah, my daughter, but I am for you. I reread today’s verse with tears now falling hard as I heard again, my daughter I am for you. Hard times are certain to come and difficult people with them. Not everyone standing in your corner is “in” your corner, but God is for you and that is really all that matters. Hold on to that dear heart because He will see you though the darkest hours! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“What shall we then say to these things? If God [be] for us, who [can be] against us?” ~ Romans 8:31

Life is not perfect, but we serve a perfect God! We are thrown twist and turns we could never have expected and often times the enemy likes for us to think we are going to crash and burn. But God. He takes the wheel and turns the direction of things in ways we could never have even imagined. Does it look like you are at a dead end road or even worse ready to crash and burn? Allow Jesus to take the wheel and prepare to be surprised by your destination. He makes beauty from ashes and He makes all things work for the good of those called according to His purpose. Press in and press on, your Father has more for you! ~ 💛Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.” ~ Romans 8:28

There are some days when I just don’t know how to pray. Have you been there? Life just hits you every which way and you just don’t know what way to go next yet, but Your Father does and the Spirit within you knows exactly how to pray on your behalf! It will make intercession for you. If it weren’t so, it would not be written in God’s Word. So when you don’t have the words, give it to God and allow the Holy Spirit to intercede on your behalf. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“26 Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. 27 And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what [is] the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to [the will of] God.” ~ Romans 8:26-27

When you are saved by the blood of Jesus you are set free, period. You are no longer the slave to the spirit of bondage, no longer captive to fear. We are adopted, redeemed. How awesome is that? That deserves a praise shout! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.” ~ Romans 8:15

Several times I felt the condemning tone of others over the last day or two. I sat with tears stinging my cheeks as I internalized their words, taking every single one to heart. I began to feel a whisper in my spirit, there is no condemnation in Christ. It grew louder and louder until I looked for the verse I knew all too well and read it aloud, “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.” ~ Romans 8:1 I sat in quiet reflection. This condemnation was not coming from God. It was not constructive, it was destructive. It was not for my building, it to belittle. The spirit surrounding it was not Christ like. Shake it off daughter. There is no condemnation in me. I build up, I don’t tear down. But Poppa, why do people do those things? Then I immediately thought, does it even matter? A person must be pretty unhappy, I wonder if they even realize they come across as so condescending? Don’t allow the way others treat you cause you to in turn internalize how you view yourself. You are enough, you are doing great, you are worthy, you were chosen by God for a specific purpose that only you can do. Don’t allow anyone to take away your sparkle! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.” ~ Romans 8:1

I cannot tell you how many times I’ve talked to my Father about this heart of mine. The tears come so easily for me. I am a certified crybaby to all who know me. In deep conversations with my Poppa, He has told me it’s because He’s given me His heart. Wow. How can I do anything but embrace who I am, tears and all? When I read today’s verse, I felt it. It’s two words, but powerful ones. “Jesus wept.” ~ John 11:35 He was God in human form and He had emotions like you and me. He expressed deep sorrow with tears. He wept. This verse just got me today as we laid my cousin to rest. I saw so many tears falling. We will see her again because of the blood of Jesus that allows us to leave this world to a better place and avoid the sting of death. Jesus still weeps for the lost and is calling them to repentance. I couldn’t help but feel tears falling down my cheeks for those He is calling. It’s not not too late. Listen to His voice, He’s calling. He is the way, the truth, and the light. He can reach down in your pit of despair and lift you out. Drugs, depression… whatever it is, it is no match for the blood of Jesus, He weeps for YOU! Answer His call. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Jesus wept.” ~ John 11:35

The light of Jesus will penetrate into the very darkness that tries to claim you! The devil seeks to destroy while Jesus seeks to heal. He will pull you deeper into the darkness that is trying to consume you while Jesus pulls you away into the light. When you are walking with your Father you start to lose your taste for those things of the world. As you draw closer to Him, He starts to cleanse and purge you from those things that the devil tries to hold over you. Walking with your Father and a close relationship with Him is the key. He wants to talk to you and wants it to be a two way conversation. Share with Him all that you feel and listen for Him to respond to your heart. He will always guide you out of the darkness. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.” ~ John 8:12

There is one you can go to that will never leave you hungry or thirsty and His name is Jesus! All you have to do is call on His name, He’s listening… 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst.” ~ John 6:35

“And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.” ~ James 3:18

One cannot sow in discord and expect peace. You must actively sow in peace to create an environment of peace and when you do, this verse promises you will reap the fruit of righteousness. What a promise! It’s important to note peace cannot abide in a toxic environment. Sometimes people are not willing to let go of that toxicity and all you can do is shake the dust from your feet and pray from a distance. Don’t allow your peace to be disrupted because they want to sow in discord. ~ 💛 Chelle, #f8ithgal

I am so thankful for the wisdom of God. When you need direction and you pray for wisdom God hears you. And when we responds and you walk in that wisdom it creates a peace like no other. There is nothing like walking with God and growing with Him. I am so thankful for my Poppa and His love for me. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.” ~ James 3:17

Stop and read this verse again. God is not in envy and strife. Confusion comes from the enemy, God is not in it. If there is strife, God is not the source, dig deeper to the root of the problem. Pray and ask God to reveal it and pull it up from the roots. If you don’t, it will only grow out of control. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“16 For where envying and strife [is], there [is] confusion and every evil work.” ~ James 3:16

Oh my heart the timing of this verse! I have had a really difficult week. I have an appointment on Monday that is pressing in my nerves and I could hear my Father whispering daughter where is your faith?! The weight of these verses really impressed upon me as I read them this evening. I love how the Holy Spirit works! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“17 Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. 18 Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works.” ~ James 2:17-18

This verse is deep because our culture is seeped in religion, but religion will not get you to heaven. Christ alone is the key to salvation, man’s religion is vain. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man’s religion [is] vain.” | James 1:26

Was someone watching me today? Ohhh… it was You Poppa! The timing of this verse was perfect. I felt like my patience was being pressed all evening and after reading this verse, I had to ask my Father for forgiveness. I had read it this morning, yet I felt my nerves about to snap as they were stretched and pressed and tears welling up in my eyes. This verse was a reminder that I needed to just stop and pray and give it all to God. Thank You Poppa for always being on time. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“19 Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath: 20 For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.” ~ James 1:19-20

I love this verse. There have been so many times in my life that I have begged God for what I thought I wanted. I just knew it was what I needed, but He knew better. This verse reminds me every good gift, every PERFECT gift is from Him. There is no darkness in it, it doesn’t bring strife or worry… it is perfect when it comes from my Poppa. I’m so thankful for these gifts. I’ve been reflecting on this a lot lately as He moves the blocks of my life into place. Somethings are just worth the wait! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.” ~ James 1:17

You can’t please the Lord and please man. The instability of trying to serve both will eventually begin to surface. It’s a heart issue. Where is your heart pulling you towards? The world has fallen away from God and while His ways are often unpopular, they will never lead you wrong. It is never been more important to have a close relationship with Him. It’s not what is popular that matters, it is what He leads you to that makes all the difference. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“A double minded man [is] unstable in all his ways.” ~ James 1:8

Give God praise right where you are. Give Him praise even in the midst of the storm because it is Him that is going to bring you out of the storm. Praise Him in the peaceful times, praise Him in the difficult times, praise Him saints! He is the source of our strength and from which all life flows and He us so worthy of our praise! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Be glad in the LORD, and rejoice, ye righteous: and shout for joy, all [ye that are] upright in heart.” ~ Psalm 32:11

Where do you place your trust? When your trust is planted in God nothing else can move you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Many sorrows [shall be] to the wicked: but he that trusteth in the LORD, mercy shall compass him about.” ~ Psalm 32:10

God’s ways are not like our ways. His plans for us are greater than we could ever imagine. When you have a close relationship with Him, He will enlighten you to things as you go. I am so thankful for my Poppa and the the things He shows me. I’m also thankful that the one that made all holds me in the palm of His hand. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“As thou knowest not what [is] the way of the spirit, [nor] how the bones [do grow] in the womb of her that is with child: even so thou knowest not the works of God who maketh all.” ~ Ecclesiastes 11:5

Oh today’s verse is a good one! We live in a time where people don’t speak with wisdom, they just spout off whatever comes into their head. It doesn’t matter if they have anything to support it, they say what they think and don’t tend to care who it offends. God gives us a wisdom to be gracious and speak in a way that is not offensive but offers clarity and extends love. It’s all about the position of your heart! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The words of a wise man’s mouth [are] gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself.” ~ Ecclesiastes 10:12

Wisdom comes from God. He is the key to unlocking so many of life’s questions, if only we’d seek Him. When you reach the point where you are walking with God and seeking Him, your whole countenance just changes. His light shines through you and others start to pick up on His light. It’s amazing. It’s transforming. It’s life changing. How much time are you spending with your Father? The more you spend with Him, the more you glean and the more you are filled with His light. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Who [is] as the wise [man]? and who knoweth the interpretation of a thing? a man’s wisdom maketh his face to shine, and the boldness of his face shall be changed.” ~ Ecclesiastes 8:1

When God repeats something in His Word it’s important. In this verse, He ask, “is there any thing too hard for me?” In yesterday’s verse we were told there was nothing too hard for God and today He is reminding us that He is God of all flesh before challenging is there anything too hard for Him? No, there is not! It doesn’t matter how tall the mountain or how dark the valley, God has you. Dig into the One who made them all and keep pressing. There is nothing the enemy can throw at you that God is not prepared for. It’s exciting to see how He will mold you and for whatever the battle ahead! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Behold, I [am] the LORD, the God of all flesh: is there any thing too hard for me?” ~ Jeremiah 32:27

What are you facing that seems like impossible odds? Read today’s verse again. There is NOTHING too hard for our God! He made heaven and earth with the command of His voice. It doesn’t matter what you face, your Father us on the throne and in control. Believe that! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Ah Lord GOD! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, [and] there is nothing too hard for thee:” ~ Jeremiah 32:17

What a verse, full of so much promise! Has the Lord promised you something? Hold on to it, He is not slack concerning His promises! And He doesn’t want any to perish! It’s time for God’s children to spread the word of His goodness. The devil wants to keep it concealed. What has your Father done for you lately?! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.” ~ 2 Peter 3:9

Praise the Lord for His sustaining power! It doesn’t matter the storm, He is a strong hold in the day of trouble. Who are you holding on to? 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

‘The LORD [is] good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him.” ~ Nahum 1:7

I am so thankful that my Poppa has patience with me, but I also know the wicked will not go unpunished and time is fleeting. Our time on this earth is limited and we need to spread the word of our Father before our days end. It’s time for the army of the Lord to arise and pull as many as we can from the pits of hell. 💛 ~Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The LORD [is] slow to anger, and great in power, and will not at all acquit [the wicked]: the LORD hath his way in the whirlwind and in the storm, and the clouds [are] the dust of his feet.” ~ Nahum 1:3

What a blessing it is to have God in the midst of the darkness. It doesn’t matter what we are going through or how dark the storm, we always have a light shining so bright from within us and we are never alone. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Rejoice not against me, O mine enemy: when I fall, I shall arise; when I sit in darkness, the LORD [shall be] a light unto me.” ~ Micah 7:8

I have some special people in my life going through some pretty serious things right now. I just want to encourage those in the valley to hold on and look up to the Lord. Lift your voice to Him and give Him praise even where you are because He hears you and He is the one to bring you out of that valley! The devil is a liar, do not let him convince you it ends where you are. You serve the God who sees all, knows, all and is all. There is nothing too hard for Him. Don’t you give up, you pray and praise your way through this season. God has more for you on the other side! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Therefore I will look unto the LORD; I will wait for the God of my salvation: my God will hear me.” ~ Micah 7:7

These verses really caught in my spirit this afternoon. The Lord’s thoughts and ways are not like our own. You have to walk with Him to hear His voice. You have to be in tuned with His Spirit to pick up on His frequency. He will teach You His ways, He will share His thoughts but you have to be willing to let go of old mindsets and stale beliefs. So many are going to be sheaves being beat into pieces for lack of listening and no want of understanding. I want my Poppa’s ways. Cleanse me from mine. Open my eyes, unstop my ears. Mold me and make me, teach me to hear Your voice and know discern Your thoughts in Jesus name! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“12 But they know not the thoughts of the LORD, neither understand they his counsel: for he shall gather them as the sheaves into the floor. 13 Arise and thresh, O daughter of Zion: for I will make thine horn iron, and I will make thy hoofs brass: and thou shalt beat in pieces many people: and I will consecrate their gain unto the LORD, and their substance unto the Lord of the whole earth.” ~ Micah 4:12-13

There is freedom through the blood of Jesus, have you been set free from the yoke of bondage? God is calling us to a new level in Him. I don’t know about you, but I’m excited! We are celebrating our freedom here in the USA during a time when so many freedoms are at risk of being pulled away. Those very freedoms men and woman are fighting for are slowly being infringed upon and people don’t even realize it. Freedom of speech in the area of religion is a big one. We are really big on offending everyone except God. Times are changing, it’s never been more important to tune your spiritual ears into the right frequency and indeed stand fast on the liberty wherewith we were made free. That freedom can’t be taken away. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.” ~ Galatians 5:1

While I was scrolling verses this morning, this one just stood out to me. Everything we do should be done from a place of love. Not out of a place of obligation or what we may get back. If you can’t act out of love, why act at all.? There comes a point in each of our lives when we need someone else. So whatever you do, do it out of love. You never know when that love is going to come back to you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Let all your things be done with charity.” ~ 1 Corinthians 16:14

Does anyone else struggle with patience? Oh how my Poppa works with me in this area! But you know what? He ALWAYS hears my cries and He ALWAYS lifts me from where I am while the sweet Holy Spirit guides me to where I need to be! 💛 ~

“1 I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. 2 He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, [and] established my goings.” ~ Psalms 40:1-2

Going through a tough time? The Lord is your strength in a time of trouble. It is Him that will help AND deliver you from what you are going through. So many times we seek help from everyone around us when we need to look up to the one who created the heavens and earth. There is nothing too hard for our God. All we need to to is ask and seek His will for the outcome. Then comes the really hard part, having patience for Him to work it all out. He will, it may just not be the way we envisioned it; but, it will always be for our best! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“39 But the salvation of the righteous [is] of the LORD: [he is] their strength in the time of trouble. 40 And the LORD shall help them, and deliver them: he shall deliver them from the wicked, and save them, because they trust in him.” ~ Psalms 37:39-40

Today’s verses are a perfect reminder that falling doesn’t matter, getting back up is what counts. We have a loving Father who forgives and extends His hand to us. Our steps our ordered, He has counted every one. He knows them before we make them and He has even considered our errors. Have you fallen? Get back up, your Father is not finished with you yet. As long as you have breath in your body you have work left for Him to do! ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“23 The steps of a [good] man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. 24 Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth [him with] his hand.” ~ Psalms 37:23-24

All that matters is that you have the Lord. When you have Him, everything else will fall into place. It doesn’t matter what seems to go wrong or what you lose, in the end it will work out in your favor. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“16 A little that a righteous man hath [is] better than the riches of many wicked. 17 For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous.” ~ Psalms 37:16-17

Thank You Poppa for this timely reminder. It’s hard when someone hurts you or even more so when they hurt someone you love. My first instinct is to defend them, but God sees everything. He sees what we don’t. He sees those things people think they are doing in secret while they show a different side to the world, yes He sees it all. Acting out only brings us down to their level. So what do we do? We pay for them, we pray for the situation, we pray for everyone involved, we pray about our own feelings for forgiveness, we just pray. We place it all into God’s hands and trust Him to do as He sees fits. Again, He sees what we don’t and knows what is best. Don’t allow the hurt turn to anger and bitterness. Give it to God and allow Him to work it all out. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“8 Cease from anger, and forsake wrath: fret not thyself in any wise to do evil. 9 For evildoers shall be cut off: but those that wait upon the LORD, they shall inherit the earth.” ~ Psalms 37:8-9

When my desires line up with my Father’s desires and I commit myself to that path, those desires will come to pass. It doesn’t matter what the situation looks like, I just need to decree that thing and keep pressing towards it. You see we have an enemy that will do everything he can to wear us down and out. He will try to convince us we have been forsaken and that vision is not coming to pass. He is the father of lies and you need to press on anyways! Things are not always what they appear, place your trust in Your Father and keep going! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“4 Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. 5 Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring [it] to pass.” ~ Psalms 37:4-5

Fret not my friends over those plotting against you or over what they have and what you don’t. God will meet each and every single one of your needs in His timing. No one can stop what He has ordained. You keep pressing with eyes straight forward and keep your focus on Him, He will handle everything else. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity. 2 For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb.” ~ Psalms 37:1-2

So many people let us down in life. I felt that as I typed it, but God! He is the one you can place your trust in that will never let you down. He will do what He says He will do. He protects and loves like no other. Draw unto Him and wait on Him. Move as He tells you to move. He’s got you! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“20 Our soul waiteth for the LORD: he [is] our help and our shield. 21 For our heart shall rejoice in him, because we have trusted in his holy name.” ~ Psalms 33:20-21

“For he spake, and it was done; He commanded, and it stood fast.” It’s really that simple, all it takes is one word from the Lord, just one word and everything can turn around! It doesn’t matter what that report says, it doesn’t matter what that situation looks like, all that matters is what God says! What is He saying to you? What is He speaking to you about your situation? Lean into Him, listen for His voice, and raise your hands in praise for what He says He will do, He will do! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“8 Let all the earth fear the LORD: let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him. 9 For he spake, and it was [done]; he commanded, and it stood fast.” ~ Psalms 33:8-9

If God made the heavens with one word, what can He do for you and your situation? Give it to Him and rest knowing it is under His control. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“By the word of the LORD were the heavens made; and all the host of them by the breath of his mouth.” ~ Psalm 33:6

What a powerful verse! I’ve learned (the hard way) that my understanding is misleading and to lean into the Lord for understanding and to allow the Holy Spirit to guide me. I’ve also learned not to be so quick to respond, but to seek my Father for the action I should take. There are still times my mouth gets ahead of me and it’s almost always not for my good! This verse is one to bring to mind in situations such as those. I need to always think before I speak and always seek my Father, He will open up my understanding so that I am not trying to fix something I rushed into. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Be ye not as the horse, [or] as the mule, [which] have no understanding: whose mouth must be held in with bit and bridle, lest they come near unto thee.” ~ Psalm 32:9

Life can sure get confusing at times. It is so full of twist and turns and sometimes you just don’t know which way to go, but we have the Holy Ghost that will always guide us. He not only guides us, but He teaches us! All we have to do is seek Him. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.” ~ 32:8

Having a difficult time? Retreat to the hiding place of your Father and HE shall preserve you from trouble. Would His Word say it if it weren’t true? Trust in Him my friends, He will surround you with His peace and He will be your deliverance! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Thou [art] my hiding place; thou shalt preserve me from trouble; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance. Selah.” ~ Psalm 32:7

I am so far from perfect, but so thankful to be washed in the blood of Jesus. I’m no longer bound to the sin that once held me captive. The enemy tries to blind us and keep us bound so that we don’t walk in the freedom the blood has given us. He is a liar doomed to damnation and I’m determined to work for my Father’s Kingdom to save as many as possible from those flames. I am my Father’s daughter and He will use my life to turn around the lives others! He can use yours too! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered.”
~ Psalm 32:1

This verse just caught my attention as I read it. So many are looking for signs and I hear them talking about the meaning of this moon and that and this event that has not occurred in so many years and what does it foretell?! the Bible says clearly not to be dismayed by these things. Learn the ways of God and what is in His Word. Draw close to Him and trust Him for what tomorrow brings. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Thus saith the LORD, Learn not the way of the heathen, and be not dismayed at the signs of heaven; for the heathen are dismayed at them.” ~ Jeremiah 10:2

The Lord knew each one of us before we were yet formed. He has a plan for every single one of us, don’t for one second allow the enemy to convince you of any less. You are special, you are worthy, and you were chosen for a specific purpose. Draw close to your Father to discover that purpose. 💛 ~ Chelle #f8ithgal

“Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, [and] I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.” ~ Jeremiah 1:5

When the Lord promises something He will bring it to pass! He will not bring you so far and then cause you to abort the thing He promised. If you are struggling, press in harder. It could be your about to birth that thing you were promised. Even if it’s “false” labor, your time is coming so don’t stop now. If God promised it, you will deliver. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Shall I bring to the birth, and not cause to bring forth? saith the LORD: shall I cause to bring forth, and shut [the womb]? saith thy God.” ~ Isaiah 66:9

I was reading this verse this afternoon and began to reflect on being clay in the master Potter’s hands. He molds us and shapes us. He bends and refines us. He smooths out inconsistencies and lumps and turns us into the perfect vessel that He intended us to be to deliver His message for his Kingdom. I’m happy to be clay in my Poppa’s hands and to know He’s molding me into the person I should be. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“But now, O LORD, thou [art] our father; we [are] the clay, and thou our potter; and we all [are] the work of thy hand.” ~ Isaiah 64:8

I found this verse comforting. As look outside and see flowers blooming, I am reminded the things I’ve planted have not been forgotten. My heart smiles. Keep pressing daughter, my promises are still alive and the seeds will bloom in due season. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgalm

“For as the earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are sown in it to spring forth; so the Lord GOD will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations.” ~ Isaiah 61:11

This is absolutely one of my favorite Bible passages. My Father brings me back here so often. It’s not just Him bringing beauty from my ashes that touches me so much from these verses but that He calls me and uses me to encourage others through what I’ve been through. I’m the vessel He uses to pour forth His oil to bind wounds and release souls that the enemy was determined to keep bound. Glory hallelujah, everything I went through had a purpose. God uses my pain as a testimony as to what He can do! Every mistake I made, He is using for His glory. Only God can do that. You can’t wander too far from God’s grace, it’s all woven into your destiny. He had it all planned out for you and His Kingdom so if you’ve fallen, get back up! He has big plans for you, all you have to do is get back up and take His hand again. He’s waiting. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD [is] upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to [them that are] bound; 2 To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all that mourn; 3 To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified.” ~ Isaiah 61:1-3

What a promise! It doesn’t tell us the enemy won’t attack, but it does say the Lord shall lift up a standard against him when he comes in like a flood. Woohoo! He has been coming in like a flood against me, what comfort to know my Poppa is raising the standard against him! My Poppa has me and you. We don’t face these battles alone, can you feel yourself rising above them? I can, there is victory in Jesus! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“So shall they fear the name of the LORD from the west, and his glory from the rising of the sun. When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the LORD shall lift up a standard against him.” ~Isaiah 59:19

God’s Word will not return void. Period. If He said it, it will come to past. I don’t care what your situation looks like, I don’t care what the devil is whispering in your ear, God has the final say. So start claiming what He spoke over you and start speaking life into your situation, start speaking overflow where there is not enough, and start speaking flowing waters into dry places. God will accomplish that thing He said He will do. Period. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper [in the thing] whereto I sent it.” ~ Isaiah 55:11

I certainly needed this reminder with tears streaming down my cheeks (as usual). I needed reminded that my Father’s ways and thoughts are higher than mine so His plans for me are higher than I can imagine. So when these flames get too hot, when I feel like I’m burning all alone, I heard Him say I’m refining you daughter. It’s a process you can’t escape, but it’s one I won’t leave you alone through. You are not standing in the fire by yourself, I’m with you. I’m teaching you my ways, my thoughts. For that to come to pass old ways and old thoughts have to burn off. They have to die to self, but new life springs forth. Trust Me, trust the process. You’re not alone, you’re learning to depend on me. Wow, that was an on-time word for me, but perhaps you needed it to. The refining process isn’t easy. The burning is painful, the closing circles are lonely, but God sees the end result and He’s making us into who we were meant to be all along! Keep pressing my friend, keep pressing! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“8 For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD. 9 For [as] the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.” ~Isaiah 55:8-9

Not one single weapon formed against you will prosper. The darts can keep coming, many can even hit their target, BUT God! His game plan will trump the enemy’s every time. Stay under the shelter of His wings, allow Him to be your coach that plans your every move (especially after a targeted hit), and in the end you will prevail. After all, your Father is THE King and He has your back. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue [that] shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This [is] the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness [is] of me, saith the LORD.” ~ Isaiah 54:17

I felt this verse when I read it. I felt my Father saying I’m going before you making those crooked places straight! Those boulders before you are busting apart. Dry your eyes and keep pressing, you are almost there, don’t quit now! Child of God, you may be weary too and your Father sees it. He catches every tear you cry and He’s saying you are not walking this journey alone. He smoothing out those paths, keep drawing close to Him, you’ve not been forgotten. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“2 I will go before thee, and make the crooked places straight: I will break in pieces the gates of brass, and cut in sunder the bars of iron: 3 And I will give thee the treasures of darkness, and hidden riches of secret places, that thou mayest know that I, the LORD, which call [thee] by thy name, [am] the God of Israel.” ~ Isaiah 45:2-3

As I read this, I realized the importance of renewing our strength. I began to think on the importance of staying at the Lord’s feet in His presence and just renewing that strength. I tend to “run on empty” so often. Meaning I push myself until I’m completely depleted emotionally, physically, and spiritually. I overwhelm myself by not talking care of myself first. I don’t renew my strength often enough and I don’t renew my mind enough creating space for the enemy’s attacks. Definitely food for thought. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Keep silence before me, O islands; and let the people renew [their] strength: let them come near; then let them speak: let us come near together to judgment.” ~ Isaiah 41:1

Ahhhh, waiting on the Lord. There is a place of renewing your strength there when you tap into it. A place of preparation for things to come. Don’t neglect the importance of that waiting time or time to rush it. If God had you there, it’s for a reason. Trust Him through it and use it to gain strength for the days ahead. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint.” ~ Isaiah 40:31

I’ve been weary lately. My internet (that I rely on for work ) has been out since Thursday afternoon. My mom has been sick and my migraines are just out of control. Yesterday I woke with one that literally put me in bed all day. Poppa, I could not have worked yesterday had my internet been up! Then I read today’s verse. Once again, I was operating in “my” strength which is fleeting, but when I turn to my Father He gives me His strength. Oh how my heart smiled. We were not meant to carry life’s burdens. Our shoulders weren’t meant to carry the loads it has heaped on it, but we serve the one who’s shoulders are! Give it to Him today and draw your strength from your Poppa! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“He giveth power to the faint; and to [them that have] no might he increaseth strength.” ~ Isaiah 40:29

Stand on the Word of God and stand on the promises He has given you. Our timing isn’t like His timing so it’s easy to get discouraged when we don’t see things coming to pass, but He sees what we don’t. He times it to the detail and so perfectly, if something isn’t happening at this moment He has a reason, trust Him. Lean into Him and stand firm on what He’s promised and keep praising Him and thanking Him daily until you see it come to pass. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: because the spirit of the LORD bloweth upon it: surely the people [is] grass. [8] The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.” ~ Isaiah 40:7-8

My internet is down (repairman not coming until tomorrow) so I am having issues posting. This verse caught my attention as I was reading. There is so much going on in the world and so much is connected to end time prophecy. Various people encourage you to buy books or watch videos, but the Bible gives you line by line what will happen and how to live during these days. It equips you for the attacks we will be are are be subjected to. It contains the wisdom (with the Holy Spirit) we need to press on during these chaotic days. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Seek ye out of the book of the LORD, and read: no one of these shall fail, none shall want her mate: for my mouth it hath commanded, and his spirit it hath gathered them. [17] And he hath cast the lot for them, and his hand hath divided it unto them by line: they shall possess it for ever, from generation to generation shall they dwell therein.” ~ Isaiah 34:16-17

I am so thankful for the voice of the Lord. I’m learning more and more every day how to lean in and listen to it for guidance on this path of life. So many times I have went so far off course I didn’t think I’d ever find my way back. But God. He never stopped calling, never stopped drawing, and never left me where I was. The devil often tries to trick us into hearing his voice and luring us down certain roads. Now, I listen for my Poppa’s voice and I call out to the Holy Spirit when I’m uncertain about which way to move. He always leads His daughter and if I ever do make a mistake, He gently nudges me back on the right road. My focus has changed over the years. Now it’s eyes straight forward, eyes centered on what God has for His daughter and the destiny He has mapped out for her. 💛 ~ Chelle,#f8ithgal

“And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This [is] the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.” ~ Isaiah 30:21

I read this verse in a Bible study I’m in and the weight of it just hit me! The devil has been working on me, even today as I write this I’ve I’d tears streaming down my face the majority of day. A massive migraine hit me today and it just seemed I was being attacked in every area. Then this evening I finally tried to sit down for this blog and I felt my Father remind me if this verse. Daughter, did you put on the armor of my light? Did I or did I try to handle it all alone? Did I or did I get lost in all of my emotions? Did I or did I allow it all to overwhelm me? Oh Poppa! I had not put on my armor and it allowed the enemy’s perfectly timed attacks to pull my head under water. But God! He sent one verse, remind me of who I am and to put that armor back on. Are you wearing your armor? 💛 ~ Chelle

“The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light.” ~ Romans 13:12

I looked at this verse and thought about all the times my heart has cried out to to my Poppa in complete brokenness and never once has He turned me away. No, He pulls me under His wings, shows me where I went wrong, and begins mending the heart and spirit that He alone can mend. I looked up contrite and it means “feeling or expressing remorse or penitence; affected by guilt.” When we come to our Father in sincerity He doesn’t condemn, He doesn’t turn us away. He welcomes us back with open arms AND He shows us how we veered off the path so we won’t make that mistake again. What love our Father has for us, what love! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The sacrifices of God [are] a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.” ~ Psalm 51:17

Have you slidden backwards? It doesn’t matter how far you have slidden, God is calling you back and He wants to use you, yes YOU, to reach others. What you have been through will be what your Father uses to pull others out of the pits of hell. Every single thing you go through has a purpose. His plan is weaved into every step AND every misstep you’ve taken. God knew what you was going to do before you did it and He already factored it into the equation. All you have to do now is come back home. He’s waiting. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“12 Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me [with thy] free spirit. 13 [Then] will I teach transgressors thy ways; and sinners shall be converted unto thee.” Psalms 51:12-13

I found this gem tucked away among verses talking about being born in sin and being purged from it. I was amazed as I read and reread today’s verse and it says, “and in the hidden part thou shalt make me to know wisdom.” Wow. We are made to know wisdom. All we have to do is seek our Father for that wisdom. Are you seeking Him? He guides the way my friends and provides knowledge the world can’t give! Seek Him daily and He will enlighten and brighten the path you are on. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Behold, thou desirest truth in the inward parts: and in the hidden [part] thou shalt make me to know wisdom.” ~ Psalm 51:6

I’ve heard people say, “I have no one, I’m completely alone.” My friend, if you have Jesus, you have all you need!!! This verse says to “call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee..” People my abandon you and people may let you down, but there is someone who never will! Who’s name are you crying out to for help? Cry up when you are in trouble, because that is where your help comes from! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.” ~ Psalm 50:15

I was praying about this very thing this morning and the Lord led me to the verse. What we meditate on is so very important. The Lord gives us understanding and wisdom to speak, but we have to align our minds AND our hearts with His. Those are key places of attack from the enemy. Wow, that is a lot! Where is your focus? Where is the enemy getting in? Take today and watch the meditation of your heart, you might be surprised. Don’t give the devil any space, cut him off and turn those thoughts around! Cut out and off what doesn’t belong! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“My mouth shall speak of wisdom; and the meditation of my heart [shall be] of understanding.” Psalm 49:3

How awesome to know we have a Heavenly Father that is not only an advocate for us, but our defender! This verse says He saved us from our enemies AND He puts to shame them that hate us. My circle is small and I’m okay with that. God has certain people in it for a reason and He removes others for a reason. It is all for my protection and to help me reach my destiny for His Kingdom. I love my circle and I love knowing I can trust the people He has placed in it. I’m comforted knowing He is handling everyone outside of it! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“But thou hast saved us from our enemies, and hast put them to shame that hated us.” Psalm 44:7

This was an on-time Word for me this evening. My Father has been opening and closing doors for His daughter and the enemy is angry. Today he raised his ugly, bitter little head and I sat with tears running down my cheeks. Daughter, straighten your crown. I was reminded of the battles in the Old Testament. The victories won, they often killed women and children. Could you imagine? The Lord often had them take everything when they conquered a piece of land. It was war. They were not going to be liked in a lot of people’s eyes, but God was on their side. That’s what really mattered wasn’t it? Daughter, straighten your crown. Now I’m looking up at my Father and thinking about what really matters. What matters is how He sees me, He will tread down those that rise up against me. He will tread down those that rise up against you. Straighten your crown child of God, He’s got you! ~ 💛 Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Through thee will we push down our enemies: through thy name will we tread them under that rise up against us.” ~ Psalm 44:5

The Lords plans sometimes look nothing like ours, but they are always for our better. Often those things we pray for that He doesn’t answer are for our protection. He sees things we don’t, He hears things we don’t, and He takes our future into consideration. Too often we think about our immediate needs, but He’s an on-time God who sees the bigger picture and will never leave us desolate now or later. Lean into Him my friends and not the chatter around you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The LORD redeemeth the soul of his servants: and none of them that trust in him shall be desolate.” ~ Psalm 34:22

We serve such an awesome God. His Word doesn’t tell us we won’t go through hard things, in fact this verse says MANY are the afflictions of the righteous. BUT the verse doesn’t end there , it goes on to say our Lord delivereth him out of them ALL. Not some of them but out of them ALL. Take heart my friends, our Father doesn’t leave you alone in those afflictions. Call out to Him and He will deliver you. I am a witness to His goodness and mercy, He has never failed me! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.” ~ Psalm 34:19

I find so much comfort in this verse. I was sitting here this afternoon crying. My feelings were so hurt over one person I don’t even know. Poppa, that person doesn’t even know me and she doesn’t even want wants best (for the other person involved). I used to be a person that hates change, I’m still not fond of it; BUT, we have to change to grow. If someone is changing and no longer sitting in a place of death why would you want to pull them back in? What kind of sick, twisted person does that? Certainly not a friend. I found this dialogue going on in my head and this is what I should… just be still daughter. They are puppets for the enemy, blinded by his evil. They have no idea the hold he has over them. Pray for them. Pray for them I thought, but they are trying to destroy… Pray for your enemies, pray. I thought on this. My tears are gone and I’m now understanding the contrite spirit part of this verse as peace floods my soul. I had to let my hurt and anger go and pray for them and leave them in the Lord’s hands. But in this, I found the Lord was right there nigh until me. Speaking to me through it with tears running down my face. He listens my friends and He’s here for us. Cry out to Him and He will hear you! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The LORD [is] nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.” ~ Psalm 34:18

Did you know you have angels around you? The battles we are fighting are spiritual my friends and the Lord has unleashed a spiritual army to assist us. Are you using all of the weapons the Lord has given you? Dive into His Word and learn what weapons you’ve been given. Also make sure you are covering your mind first thing daily and throughout the day, I’ve found this is most often where the enemy attacks me! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them.” ~ Psalm 34:7

I love the passion and truth in this verse. I cannot even tell you how many tears this daughter has cried and my Poppa has lifted me up out of my troubles. It may not always have been in the way I envisioned, but He was always there pulling me up out, even at times, of my own mire! He is so faithful and has so much grace, mercy, and patience with us! 💛~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“This poor man cried, and the LORD heard [him], and saved him out of all his troubles.” ~ Psalm 34:6

The power of this verse overtook me this morning. Oh how bright the light of God is that shines upon us and complete the work was of Jesus at that cross with His blood that covers us! There is no shame because we are redeemed. I keep thinking about being enlightened. Our whole thought process changes. We no longer think or process things like the world and many deem us as crazy. I’ll take being crazy to allow the Holy Ghost to lead me. Keep lighting our way Poppa. Continue to close those doors that aren’t for us and open only the ones You would have us to walk through! In Jesus name Amen!!! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed.” ~ Psalm 34:5

I am so thankful that when the enemy attacks us at the very thing we fear most, we have a Father we can cry out to who will deliver us from those fears. Brothers and sisters, if you do not have your spiritual prayer language I urge you to pray for that gift. It is during these attacks that you can cry out in it and the Holy Spirit intercedes hard in your behalf. The enemy is skilled in his attacks and he comes strong against God’s anointed, you must come back just as strong and use every tool God gives you in your arsenal! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.” ~ Psalm 34:4

Verse 14 is pretty clear about what to do with your enemies, bless them. Bless them and leave them in God’s hands my friends. We are also to rejoice with those that rejoice (not sit back in jealousy) and weep with those that weep (have compassion). And from yesterday, PRAY! Praying is so very important! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“14 Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. 15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.” ~ Romans 12:14-15

Yesterday while I was studying on the Armor of God, I was visited by two doves. I began to notice one was larger than the other and the smaller was following after it. This morning the enemy baited me right into an attack. I sat here on my bed with tears steaming down my face, completely unable to move. I wasn’t alone. I wasn’t unprepared, in fact my Poppa had prepared me all week! I looked up “fervent” and it means “having or displaying a passionate intensity.” Just before this attack, I had prayed a fervent prayer. “Patient in tribulation.” I looked up “tribulation” and it means “ – cause of great trouble or suffering.” Finally, “continuing instant in prayer.” I looked up “instant” and it means “happening or coming immediately.” That last part is KEY! In my Bible study this week, I learned prayer is a critical part to the armor of God. In reading these verses the Lord showed me prayer is also a critical part in unlocking the key to the peace to these verses! We can be fervent in Spirit and patient in tribulation but still experience unrest without continued prayer to both unlock the peace and bring about victory! Our spirit is going to wear down and our patience is going to run thin without prayer that sustains and unlocks. God also showed me I froze and was unable to breathe today because my prayer was delayed and not instant. Come on somebody! Look at God!!! Thank You Poppa for Your Word and revelation today! I pray you gleaned from it as much as I did. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“10 [Be] kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; 11 Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; 12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; 13 Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.” ~ Romans 12:10-13

The world seems to have flipped this Scripture around. So much evil is loved while so much good is despised in it’s eyes. When I looked up dissimulation I found it means “concealment of ones thoughts, feelings, or character; pretense.” I found that very interesting in connection to this verse. Boldly stand and love that which is right even in a world that might reject you, they rejected Christ too so you are in good company. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.” ~ Romans 12:9

It doesn’t matter your background or even your religion, all you have to do is call upon Jesus to be saved. He gave His life for YOURS. He took our sins upon Himself. That is a love like no other. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him.” Romans 10:12

My heart smiled as I read this verse this morning. Our Father always knows what we need and just when we need it, but it never ceases to amaze me just how much this holds true. My heart was discouraged when I went to bed last night. The enemy is so skilled at who he uses to attack us, but this morning my Father so faithful and so loving once again reminded me of who I am in Him. The key to that is IN Him. I found my identity through Christ and I will not waiver on that now. He promises us so much as His children and I encourage you to get in His Word and embrace those promises. Live fully FOR Him and IN Him. I am so far from perfect, BUT I serve a perfect God who pours out His grace and mercy over me. I’m all in for Him and coming for all He has for me. I want to fulfill the calling He has on my life and I’m fully embracing and standing on the promises He’s given me! Child of God, you should too! He wants so much more for us!! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Now know I that the LORD saveth his anointed; he will hear him from his holy heaven with the saving strength of his right hand.” ~ Psalm 20:6

We used to sing a song that contained this verse when I was little and I loved it, still one of my favorites. The Lord makes the wise the simple, lean into Him my friends and He will reveal things to you that you never imagined possible! ~ #f8ithgal

“The law of the LORD [is] perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD [is] sure, making wise the simple.” ~ Psalm 19:7

The Lord’s thoughts and ways are higher than ours. So when things don’t work out as expected it is because He has a better plan, hold on to that my friend! ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.” ~ Isaiah 55:8

The gifts and callings of God are irrevocable. If you have fallen, get back up! He hasn’t stopped calling you because you made a mistake. He knew every single mistake you were going to make before He ever called you and He had already figured that into the plan for your life. You can’t outrun Him, you can’t mess up too big for Him to fix, and you can’t make Him stop loving you so stop trying. Get back up and and say Father where do we go from here? He’s waiting and He’s listening! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For the gifts and calling of God [are] without repentance.” ~ Romans 11:29

Those prayers you pray around the ones you love today may be what keeps them safe when they walk out the door tomorrow. The Bible tells us to pray without ceasing, that is nonstop. That may seem a little radical, but those prayers are serious when it comes to the people we love. I am constantly praying over the man I love. He hydroplaned today and he said as the signs he split in half were coming towards him he had no idea how they went over the car and not into the windshield. I said, I do. It is the power of God, the prayer of a praying woman, and the angels that I put around you every single morning! Friends, God hears and honors those prayers! My first reaction from His call was to give God praise. My second, as it sunk in, was I need to pray even more! I have absolutely no doubt it was my prayers and the angels I had commissioned around him that kept him safe. Ladies, cover your men in prayer. Men, cover your ladies in prayer. There is nothing more important in your relationship than that prayer life! Your relationship with God is essential! This afternoon I was reminded of it’s importance on a different level and I am so thankful I was a praying woman in his life. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Pray without ceasing.” ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Be still daughter. That is what I heard my Father whisper as my heart cried out to Him this morning. I go before you, why do you worry so? Ahhhh. I could not help but smile. My head is constantly worrying about every little thing and God already had those details worked out! Here I am thinking of backup plans and this and that and He’s already commissioned the angels to go before me. Silly girl, God’s got this and you! What are worrying about, trying to figure out that you too need to leave in your Father’s hands? Be still today and know God will be exalted above all and when He does, He has you! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Be still, and know that I [am] God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.” ~ Psalm 46:10

This verse just struck me when I read it. I looked it up in the concordance and it said “ruin; by implication consternation: – {astonishment} desolate ({-ion}) {waste} wonderful thing.” Ruin, desolate, and then it ended with wonderful thing. But God! That is the God we serve. Keep your eyes on Him my friends, He makes beautiful things out of desolation. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Come, behold the works of the LORD, what desolations he hath made in the earth.” ~ Psalm 46:8

Oh how my heart jumped when I read this verse! God never leaves our midst. Perhaps you are going through something and needed that reminder too! He’s right there with you. Do not be moved by your circumstances because God is still in control. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“God [is] in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, [and that] right early.” ~ Psalm 46:5

Waiting on the Lord is sometimes the hardest part, but He promises to strengthen our heart during that wait. He doesn’t leave us during that time. In fact, when we draw close to Him we can find some of the most intimate times and conversations with our Father. Draw close to Him through whatever you are going through, He will strengthen you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.” ~ Psalm 27:14

People will come up against us in life. Sometimes it will come from expected places, it’s those unexpected places that pierce like a sword and do the most damage to our heart. Our Father sees those attacks, in fact He saw the conversations and knew they were coming before the sword hit our heart. Toughen up daughter, I’ve got this. I’m weeding out your circle in some cases and in others I’m strengthening your faith. It may be a personal friendship or it could be work related but I hear the Lord saying toughen up child of God, I’ve got this. Lean into Him and trust His hand is at work today. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Deliver me not over unto the will of mine enemies: for false witnesses are risen up against me, and such as breathe out cruelty.” ~ Psalm 27:12

Things happen in life, but when you are a child of God you can trust and believe that they will work out for your good according to His purpose. It is as simple as that. The hardest part is getting past the present circumstance to wrap our mind around it and that comes through a daily renewing of your mind and fighting off the enemy as he attacks it. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.” Roman 8:28

The Lord has had me in this very place of seeking His face so this verse just made my heart leap as I read it! I could hear myself saying, “Thy face, Lord, will I seek!” It is amazing how He brings us to places in the Word that mirror where we are in life! What an amazing and personal God we serve. I am so thankful He wants a relationship with me and He wants one with you too! Not a quick prayer when you need something or over dinner. He longs for deep conversations and one on one time that is life changing if only you will draw closer to Him for it. Take some time to talk to your Father today. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, LORD, will I seek.” ~ Psalm 27:8

I am so thankful that we have an on-time God! He sees the full picture. He sees and hears conversations we don’t. His timing is not delayed but perfect. When we are troubled we can lift our soul to Him to be renewed to carry on while He continues to work behind the scenes. He is perfect and He carries us knowing we are not, how awesome is that?! He loves us so much He gave His son for us, do you really think He will let the waters overtake you now? Oh child of God, you were made to swim in the deep. You are not drowning, your faith is being tested. Draw close to your Father, He’s got you through whatever you are going through and His timing is perfect. He will not fail you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Unto thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul.“ ~ Psalm 25:1

What a mighty God we serve! Do you know this God I speak of? He longs to know you in the most real and intimate way. He has things He wants to share with you, but it takes more than a rushed prayer or coming to Him in a time of need. He wants two-way conversations, are you taking the time to listen for your Father’s voice? He has so much for you child of God if only you take the time to listen. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“ I will declare thy name unto my brethren: in the midst of the congregation will I praise thee.“ ~ Psalm 22:22

God has been calling me to be bolder in my faith and bolder in the testimony of it. As He calls me into a deeper relationship with Him, He’s started giving me decrees and praises. I said Poppa, these people are going to think I have lost my mind! But I have been sharing it all with a boldness. Today I sat in the courthouse hallway praying and singing to God in intercession for the man I love after we had been given an offer we were not happy with. You could feel the presence of the Holy Spirit and in the end God’s favor was with us. To see Him working right before our eyes is just awesome and to see the fruit of faith in action is so rewarding. I give God the highest praise! People may think I’m crazy, but it is my radical faith that has brought me to where I am and I will express it with a boldness with all God gives me to proclaim! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“ In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him.“ ~ Ephesians 3:12

A dear prophetic sister helped me see I had been under great spiritual warfare. Yesterday I declared the enemy was not going to win! This morning, before I ever opened my eyes, my head was exploding and stabbing right behind my eye. Poppa? I’m never going to be able to work like this, I told Him. I got my frozen eye mask, turned on the praise music and laid back down (I always set the alarm early). When I woke to do this morning’s post my Father led me here to Psalm 18:16. WOW. My Father has me through this battle! As my headache began to lift a little, it was as my Poppa was drawing me out of those many waters. Yes, He has me. I don’t know what waters you are in, but He has you too! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“He sent from above, he took me, he drew me out of many waters.” ~ Psalm 18:16

Oh how my heart needed this reminder and my Poppa knew it! I just love when the Holy Spirit does that. The Lord is our strength and our fortress. He alone is where I put my trust, He will show up and show out. You can believe that! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 I will love thee, O LORD, my strength. 2 The LORD [is] my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, [and] my high tower.” ~ Psalms 18:1-2

Friends, it doesn’t matter what you are going through, you can call upon the Lord and He will answer you. He hears our cries, He is always listening. He even hears the silent tears that words can’t express because our Father hears our hearts. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, [and set me] in a large place.” ~ Psalm 118:5

Oh how this verse touched me heart today! There is not one day that I do not need God to preserve and strengthen His daughter, but I especially need it right now during this time in my life. Poppa, I put my trust in You! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Preserve me, O God: for in thee do I put my trust.” ~ Psalm 16:1

I was writing in my prayer journal this afternoon and praying for a verse for today’s Nourishment Blog. Psalm 14:4 quickly came to my spirit. I read it in awe. We live in such a misguided world. Why? They do not call upon the Lord. People make decisions based on “me” and what they want in that very moment. They don’t seek the Lord for His wisdom because they are so full of their own. I am humble enough to to know I can’t do it without Him, any of it. The pages of my journal are filled with cries asking for His wisdom because I know his ways are higher than my ways, I know He sees things I can’t see. I know there is an enemy who seeks to steal my peace and destroy my destiny. I know I need to call upon my Lord… do you know… do you? 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge? who eat up my people [as] they eat bread, and call not upon the LORD.” ~ Psalm 14:4

There is a song that Koryn Hawthorne sings, “Know You.” In it, she sings, “I don’t wanna’ live in the shallows I was made to search the deep.” The Lord has had that song in my spirit for months. The Lord has been pulling me into the deep and the enemy has been fighting me on a level I’ve never experienced. Spiritual warfare is real, but I was not made for the shallow and I’m plunging deeper. I’m headed for depths the enemy can’t even imagine with waters that will drown him out as my Father reveals hidden things to me there! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“But God hath revealed [them] unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God.” ~ 1 Corinthians 2:10

Thank You Father for Your light that dwells in us, that light that chases out the darkness. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what [is] in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with him.” ~ Daniel 2:22

My prayer today: Poppa, take me into the deep and teach me from Your wonders there. In Jesus name. Amen.

“These see the works of the LORD, and his wonders in the deep.” ~ Psalm 107:24

This verse says the Lord’s thoughts are very deep, have you taken the plunge into the deep with Him? He’s been calling me there and I’m excited to grow closer to Him and unearth the hidden gems He has for His daughter there. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“4 For thou, LORD, hast made me glad through thy work: I will triumph in the works of thy hands. 5 O LORD, how great are thy works! [and] thy thoughts are very deep.” ~ Psalm 92:4-5

God knows our every thought and sees into very the depth of our heart. There is nothing we can hide from him, yet He love us anyways. Give it all to Him, the good, the bad, and the ugly and watch things change for the better. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“They search out iniquities; they accomplish a diligent search: both the inward [thought] of every one [of them], and the heart, [is] deep.” ~ Psalm 64:6

You’re not drowning, I’m calling you into the deep daughter. Really, it felt like drowning to me. The water coming over me was a perfect analogy with some of the migraine symptoms as they overtake me. Almost as if being submerged in water, burning in my right eye, extreme pressure, only we are going to add an ice pic going through my eye. I’m drawing you into the deep- God is not detoured when our “human” side of fears and pain kicks in. He sees what we can’t. He continues to give me a word and calming waters start to flow over me and wash away the tears that were flowing from my eyes. I was reading this evening on key words that my Father had given me and found today’s verse. Waves of life might overtake us, but sometimes they overtake us for the Lord to pull us in deeper to Him. Don’t miss out on that! I’m listening Poppa, I’m listening. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Deep calleth unto deep at the noise of thy waterspouts: all thy waves and thy billows are gone over me.” ~ Psalm 42:7

As I was reading for a verse this morning, today’s just kept coming back to me. There is a tired that only the Lord can give rest for, a weariness that He alone can replenish. I came hone from the neurologist yesterday disappointed at the very high increase in migraines I am having. I sat on my bed and cried for seemingly forever, Poppa, I don’t know how to eliminate my trigger: stress. I stress over everyone and everything. I take on things that aren’t even mine to take on. I put stress on myself in every single area of my life. Rest in Me daughter. Rest in Me. I spent the rest of the evening just resting and the headache faded until the late night when my mind tried to pick it all back up again. This is going to be a long process for this daughter, resting doesn’t come easy! Leaving at His feet after I’ve given to Him doesn’t either!! Help me Poppa and thank You for Your grace!!! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For I have satiated the weary soul, and I have replenished every sorrowful soul.” ~ Jeremiah 31:25

Our Father always knows what we need and my Poppa sure knew my heart needed reminded of today’s verses, they are indeed nourishment for your soul and mind! As I looked at my headache numbers today at the Dr.’s office, I was reminded I can’t do things on my own. My trust and hope must be in the Lord. This weight of worry and stress that I carry about everything and everyone is just too much for me to bear, but my Father’s shoulders were made to carry it. Oh that second verse, I claim it. “… her leaf shall be green…” That just struck me. The stress, these headaches are draining my life and my very color and that is not how it is to be. Thank You Poppa for this on-time word for your daughter! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“7 Blessed [is] the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is. 8 For he shall be as a tree planted by the waters, and [that] spreadeth out her roots by the river, and shall not see when heat cometh, but her leaf shall be green; and shall not be careful in the year of drought, neither shall cease from yielding fruit.” ~ Jeremiah 17:7-8

Actions speak louder than the words being whispered. Listen to what is not being said in the silence. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

There is a way that is right before the Lord. Our Father gives a wisdom that is beyond the world’s comprehension. Seek Him in all things and you will not only prosper, but a peace will flow that the world can’t touch. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Who is wise, and he shall understand these things? prudent, and he shall know them? for the ways of the Lord are right, and the just shall walk in them: but the transgressors shall fall therein.” ~ Hosea 14:9

So much of the battle the enemy wages with us is in our mind. It starts with a “simple” thought and we take that thought and expand on it and beat that thing to death. That thought becomes a huge unbeatable monster in our head. We need to change our thought patterns. I’m speaking to myself, stepping in my own toes! We need to take today’s verse to heart and think on these things continuously. When those thoughts from the enemy arise, strike them down and think on these, yes these things! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things [are] honest, whatsoever things [are] just, whatsoever things [are] pure, whatsoever things [are] lovely, whatsoever things [are] of good report; if [there be] any virtue, and if [there be] any praise, think on these things.” ~ Philippians 4:8

It seems in today’s society right is often labeled wrong or those upholding the statues of the Lord are judged harshly, hold them anyways. Help me Poppa to walk in Your ways and to be the woman of God You would have me to be. I am so far from perfect and I am thankful for a merciful God that loves me and gives me grace in this walk with Him. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Let my heart be sound in thy statutes; that I be not ashamed.” ~ Psalm 119:80

It doesn’t matter what anyone does to you, let it go child of God. Focus on the path before you and meditate on the precepts of God. Your Father sees and hear even the things we don’t and He fights on our behalf, we only need to trust in Him and keep pressing! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Let the proud be ashamed; for they dealt perversely with me without a cause: [but] I will meditate in thy precepts.” ~ Psalm 119:78

Thank You Poppa for your tender mercies. I am so far from perfect yet you still lovingly correct and keep me on that path you have set before me. You renew my mind daily and strengthen me for the journey ahead. I delight in Your laws and Your ways for they are so much better than those ways I’ve tried and failed on my own. My life is more abundant through you and anything else whispered in my ears are lies from the devil. I will be a shining light for you this season, chasing the darkness away. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Let thy tender mercies come unto me, that I may live: for thy law [is] my delight.” ~ Psalm 119:77

Life throws you some deep waters and hot flames. This verse doesn’t sugar coat it and tell you those times won’t exist, but it does tell you the waters won’t overflow (or overtake you ) and the fires aren’t going to burn (or consume) you. When you are a child of God, you walk with favor. You walk with His hand resting upon you. The waters may get deep and the flames may get hot, but your Father is still in control and these are merely opportunities to build your faith. What you see with the physical eye isn’t a reflection of what is going on in the spiritual realm. Don’t lose heart and don’t give up. Press on and press in, your Poppa’s got you. Any other thought is a lie from a devil, trust your Father. He’s got you! ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“When thou passest through the waters, I [will be] with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.” ~ Isaiah 43:2

With the death and resurrection of Christ, we were grafted in as His own. He died for you and me! He took on our sins y’all! WOW, what love. His light penetrates the darkest of hearts, it cleanses the deepest of sins, and it welcomes you back no matter how far you’ve ran. I’m so thankful for the cleansing power of the blood, for the resurrection that defeated death, and for a Savior that carries it all on His back so that I don’t have to. So unworthy, yet chosen to be His child. Who wouldn’t want that?! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“22 Having therefore obtained help of God, I continue unto this day, witnessing both to small and great, saying none other things than those which the prophets and Moses did say should come: 23 That Christ should suffer, [and] that he should be the first that should rise from the dead, and should shew light unto the people, and to the Gentiles.” ~ Acts 26:22-23

What a promise! I’ve been thinking a lot on being crucified with Christ lately. My spirit has been hearing less of me and more of Him. That’s something the world talks against and to be honest the flesh fights it as well. We were made in God’s image to serve Him, not sin. Somewhere along the way man got it twisted and in his selfishness he started to serve himself. We as a nation need to come back to God, but it starts with the person looking in the mirror and the choices we make. Less of me Poppa and more of You, that is what my heart is crying out today. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“5 For if we have been planted
together in the likeness of his
death, we shall be also in the
likeness of his resurrection: 6
Knowing this, that our old man is
crucified with him, that the body of
sin might be destroyed, that
henceforth we should not serve sin.”
~ Romans 6:5-6

Jesus took away the power of death through His blood on the cross. That same blood has the power to transform your life, all you have to do is yield to His spirit. He will never lead you wrong! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Blessed and holy is he that hath
part in the first resurrection: on such
the second death hath no power,
but they shall be priests of God and
of Christ, and shall reign with him a
thousand years.”
~ Revelation 20:6

Oh, but for the blood of Jesus! It makes perfect every good work to do His will. When we are walking with Him we can’t fail. It doesn’t matter what the circumstances dictate, we already have the victory. Too often we get frustrated and give up when God is wanting us to press in! There is power in the blood, power in the blood… are you tapping into it or are you giving up? God gives us a choice, I choose to press into Him and keep moving towards my destiny. What are you choosing? 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“20 Now the God of peace, that
brought again from the dead our
Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of
the sheep, through the blood of the
everlasting covenant, 21 Make you
perfect in every good work to do
his will, working in you that which is
wellpleasing in his sight, through
Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for
ever and ever. Amen.”
~ Hebrews 13:20-21

Oh there’s power in the blood! Jesus conquered death and rose. He lives!!! Whosoever believeth in Him shall never die! Do you believe? Life throws us some pretty horrific curve balls. They can hit so fast and hard we are certain they are going to take us out, but child of God all you have to do is believe. Oh ye of little faith. Dry your eyes and get up. There is still life in there them bones! Start proclaiming it! Speak life into your situation. The enemy has no authority over you, take it back in the name of Jesus!!!! Speak life into EVERY area of your being. Speak and proclaim life right now! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“25 Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: 26 And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this?” ~ John 11:25-26

I am so Happy our King is no longer in the tomb, He has risen! We have been washed in His blood, our sins are forgiven, and we have been made new. Glory, hallelujah! We praise You Jesus and exalt Your holy name! When we took Him as our our personal savior, we gained great power and authority y’all! Are you walking in it? We are sons and daughters of the most high God! You may going through so much here, but straighten your crowns and lift your head. Walk in the grace and power God has given you. Jesus has risen and He’s given you all authority over whatever you are facing. Happy Resurrection Day. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“5 And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. 6 He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.” ~ Matthew 28:5-6

I am so amazed by the presence of the Holy Spirit and the way He speaks and draws me to Him. I used to see doves all the time when I lived up on the mountain. I had what I called my dove tree, just full of them. It seems a while since I’d seen one, until this week. Earlier this week as I prayed one landed outside my window and then another. I could feel the Holy Spirit confirming my prayers. Fast forward to today. I opened the door and Jackie said your brown dove is out here, I looked down and she began speaking to me. I watched in amazement as she cooed, looking directly at me. Later this evening I took the trash out and stopped to watch the sun, beaming so bright. As I headed in, the dove flew directly in front of me within inches of my face and landed on the handrail. She was so close I could touch her. I was both speechless and breathless. She then lifted and flew to the power line and then the tip of the neighbor’s roof. I stood in complete awe. What had just happen. This dove had literally just fluttered face to face with me. She landed so close I could have touched her! I went in and came back out and sat down on the sidewalk and waited in anticipation of her return. She came back and landed on the ground. I prayed in my prayer language as I watched her and she gracefully strutted as I took pictures. My encounter left me in awe. You have my attention Poppa, I’m listening! Oh sweet Holy Spirit you are welcome in this place. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

I have so many friends going through REALLY hard things right now. I want you to know you are not alone and there is someone bigger than you that allows us to see the victory IF you will just lean into Him. We are more than conquerors THROUGH Christ. His power IS real. Tap into it, draw from Him, lean into Him. He has the wisdom and strength that YOU need! He loves you, reach out to him today! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.” ~ Romans 8:37

Are you going through something and you just don’t know which way to turn? Seek the Lord and wait. During that waiting and seeking period He will strengthen your heart! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.” ~ Psalm 27:14

What a verse of comfort! Are you going through some things?! Allow your Poppa to hide you in His pavilion, the secret of His tabernacle. It is the safest place to be and of the peace you will feel there! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock.” ~ Psalm 27:5

Oh my friends! I posted this out of complete obedience to the Lord. This has been a week of trying the reins of my heart, but with it has come a closeness with a Lord that cannot be measured. Take some time to examine your heart and draw close to your Father today. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and my heart.” ~ Psalm 26:2

I have been retreating to my secret place of the Lord day and night and placing my fears in Him that holds my tomorrow’s and He has been revealing things to my heart. Mental and emotional trauma create wounds that cut deep. They leave scars that the world can’t see, but He also showed me they leave wounds that continue to open when they are not fully healed. The damage caused can cause them to bust open and ooze blood and pain when things jolt them open. God can heal that, but there are things we have to let go of. It’s not an easy process, but one He is so patient through when we give Him complete control. Is there something you need to surrender to Him today? I promise, His shoulders can carry it so much better. Ours weren’t made to carry that pain, Jesus already took on for us. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The secret of the LORD [is] with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant.” ~ Psalm 25:14

So many times in life I’ve gotten off onto the wrong path in life. In this season, I want to be on the path the Lord has for me. Poppa, show me Your path. Teach me Your ways. Reveal Your secrets. Show me Your ways. In Jesus name Amen. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Shew me thy ways, O LORD; teach me thy paths.” ~ Psalm 25:4

I am the kind of person that likes everyone and I bend over backwards to get along with others. I started to notice I was encountering a few people who just didn’t like me. Poppa, what did I do? I was genuinely hurt. He started to show me it wasn’t me they didn’t like, it the spirit that dwelled within me, His Spirit. The two spirits were clashing. Light and darkness will always struggle, they can not abide in unity. Light cannot be hid, it just exudes from within a believer to the outside drawing others to Christ. So it’s okay to not be liked. It’s okay not not fit in. Keep allowing that light to shine, it is still drawing others out of the darkness and that’s what it is all about. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“18 If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before [it hated] you. 19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you.” ~John 15:18-19

The latter part of this week the Lord started moving me off of FB a lot. The migraines were increasing in frequency and I was finding my mind was not at all fixed where it should be. I started to notice in the last two days my entire countenance had changed. My smile had come back, my worry was replaced with joy, and my focus had started to shift back where God intended it to be. This morning I heard, keep your eyes on Me daughter, a new thing is springing forth. My Poppa told me it was going to come through my dedication and obedience to Him. Oh how my heart leaped for joy. I am so excited to see what the Lord pours into me as I pour my time into Him in the days ahead. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, [and] rivers in the desert.” ~Isaiah 43:19

Just this morning I heard another call on the scanner for a suicidal person. My heart started to grieve as I began to pray to to Lord for this person. My friends, God wants us to live and not die. Anything else we hear is a lie being whispered by the devil. When that lie becomes so loud we want to take our own life it is a spirit that must be broken. Jesus is the answer, He IS the light in the darkness that the devil doesn’t want you to see. This morning, I speak life over you. I speak His glorious light right into you. I pray your eyes be opened and that spirit be broken. In Jesus precious name Amen. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD.” ~ Psalm 118:17

Praise the Lord for His healing, I needed this word especially after a mega migraine day yesterday, but even more than that this verse says “from their destructions.” I don’t know about you, but my walk is so far from perfect. I have had so many missteps along the way and my Poppa has never turned His back on me. I have wandered away and He has literally chased me down and then forgiven me for those same missteps. WOW. What patience. What love. Thank You Poppa for never giving up on me, thank You Jesus for Your cleansing blood that delivers and sets free. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered [them] from their destructions.” ~ Psalm 107:20

The enemy got inside my head yesterday and had a field day. #realtalk I think he tried to replay every past trauma through my head, BUT he is a liar. I’m still standing and Jesus still sits on the throne. Tears still roll down my cheeks, but they are cleansing tears as my Father says daughter I’m healing you. I start today renewed in the spirit of my mind and knowing my past doesn’t control me. It doesn’t define me. And it certainly doesn’t set the course of my future. It does give me a roadmap to navigate the future and deep understanding to help others. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And be renewed in the spirit of your mind;” ~ Ephesians 4:23

This is one of my favorite go to verses. The enemy is constantly bombarding my mind with thoughts that are definitely not from God. It is so important to fight those daily by the renewing of my mind. He knows my weaknesses and hits me there when I am most vulnerable, BUT God. The Holy Spirit gives us everything we need to withstand those attacks and come out victorious. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” ~ Romans 12:2

Today was an emotionally draining day for me. I took a huge step for me toward releasing myself from a piece of my journey that was beyond difficult to walk, one I should never have chosen, and one that caused a lot of scars. But it was not without purpose. Releasing myself from it was a journey in itself and one I didn’t think I’d ever give myself permission to do, but I now know it’s okay and I’m still okay with God to do it. It took courage to move forward and know I was not alone, my Father never leaves me alone. Whatever you are facing today my friend, you too are not alone. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Arise; for this matter belongeth unto thee: we also will be with thee: be of good courage, and do it.” ~ Ezra 10:4

The Holy Spirit brought these verses into my reading this morning and I’ve been meditating over them and the gifts my Father has given me. Giving myself wholly to them has never been more important and this nudge from the Holy Spirit really stirred within my spirit today. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“14 Neglect not the gift that is in
thee, which was given thee by
prophecy, with the laying on of the
hands of the presbytery. 15
Meditate upon these things; give
thyself wholly to them; that thy
profiting may appear to all.”
~ 1 Timothy 4:14-15

This verse just called out to me as I read it. I’ve had so much on my mind and my heart lately. The devil has really been pressing me with those “you can’t” thoughts lately. This verse reminded me the Lord will perfect that in me which He started. It is not through my might, but His! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O Lord, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.” ~ Psalm 138:8

Oh how my heart needed this verse this morning! I’ve had a rough week. My mom took a fall that scared me absolutely to death and there are several other things that have had me completely anxious and in tears. When I woke and sat down at my desk I was jittery and could already feel my arms beginning to shake. The Lord doesn’t want us going through life like that. We are to cast are troubles on Him. He says in this verse to make your request known to Him. He says that because He cares for us and He will take care of every little and big thing we encounter throughout our day. Whatever you are going through, give it to the one cares, He can carry much better than either of us! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.” ~ Philippians 4:6

Sometimes in life you do what is right in your heart out of love and others don’t see it out of anger. Others they don’t see it because they can’t at where they are in their life. Press into God and pull your understanding from Him. Ask the Holy Spirit for His divine wisdom and He will open your eyes to it. Don’t allow anyone to make you feel you were wrong for doing what you knew in your heart was right. Take it to the Lord in prayer and keep moving. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.” ~ Proverbs 18:2

God brought this Scripture to my memory yesterday in prayer and it filled my cup running over. I pray it blesses you too! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.” ~ Psalm 23:5

Oh how His daughter needed this verse this morning! There are times when we just need to wait patiently on our Father. Waiting is not always easy, but it is definitely worth it! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation [is] from him.” ~Psalm 62:5

“Rest in the Lord, wait patiently for Him…” Be still my child, I keep hearing in my spirit. So I rest in the Lord and wait patiently. There are times that is the safest place to wait. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.” ~ Psalm 37:7

The Lord has had this verse on my heart all evening. Late this evening while speaking to Pastor Cheryl in Colorado she said, “You need to be still before the Lord…” Talking about confirmation, WOW! My Father had already shown my heart this is what I needed to do and now He had used this very precious lady in my life to confirm it. I just love it when the Lord does that! Sometimes we are faced with things in life when the the best thing to do is just take some time to be still. Just sit in the presence of our Lord and be still. Listen for Him to guide you. Don’t move to the right or the left, don’t go backwards or forwards, just be still in His presence. I so needed this word tonight, perhaps you did too. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Be still, and know that I [am] God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.” ~ Psalm 46:10

We all have bad days. We all have days when we struggle with those demons in our heads, but all we have to do is cry out to God and He will strengthen our soul. He doesn’t just quiet those demons, He begins to remove them and heal the damage they have left behind. Are you feeling overwhelmed by things from your past? Cry out to the one who created it all and watch things begin to change. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul.” ~ Psalm 138:3

The Lord is showing me this more and more. My focus has to be on Him and everything else will follow. One can’t live for the world and for Him. I had to read that a second time this morning, I felt it in my heart. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“A double minded man [is] unstable in all his ways.” ~ James 1:8

When God anoints you, He also equips you. The Holy Spirit will teach you everything you need to know. I used to really struggle with “how could God use me?” but that is precisely why God uses me and that is why He uses you too! He doesn’t call the equipped, He equips the called. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, ye shall abide in him.” ~ 1John 2:27

Oh how I needed this verse this morning. It never ceases to amazes me how the Holy Spirit knows and gives us what we need at just the right time! The Lord has an endless supply of strength to draw from and provides the peace we need to sustain us. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.” ~ Psalm 29:11

It is not by our might or power, but by the Spirit of God that works through us that we overcome the things we do. What are you facing today? Child of God, you don’t face it alone. The Spirit of God is within you and you are an overcomer through Him! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This [is] the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” ~ Zechariah 4:6

The Lord has me at a place of focus on His peace. When I focus on Him His peace follows regardless of the storm. What are you going through today? Take your eyes off the storm and place them on the one that controls the winds and the rains. Allow His peace to overtake you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.” ~ Psalm 29:11

Peace is a fruit of the spirit that follows the child of God. If you seek your Father, He will give you the peace your heart seeks. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.” ~ Isaiah 32:17

The Holy Spirit will give you a wisdom that the world can’t touch. Seek the Lord and He will reveal things beyond your wildest imagination and bring you into a closer relationship with Him. ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.” ~ 1 John 2:20

The Lord sees and knows all. This verse says His eyes run to and fro the entire earth. There is nothing too big for Him to handle. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of [them] whose heart [is] perfect toward him. Herein thou hast done foolishly: therefore from henceforth thou shalt have wars.” ~ 2 Chronicles 16:9

It doesn’t matter what is going on in your world this evening. You can lay it at the feet of your Lord and sleep in perfect peace tonight. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.” ~ Psalm. 4:8

This precious wisdom from the Lord is unlike any you will ever know. It will unlock situations you thought were impossible! Seek Him and the Holy Spirit will open it up to you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” ~ James 1:5

A broken heart was all I’d ever known
I was certain I was destined to walk this life alone
So many tears to God I’d cried
Too many times I’d wished He’d just let me die
Yet He forced me to hold on
And I just couldn’t understand His plan or what He was doing
I was broken beyond repair
There wasn’t anyone to care
I had built walls so high they could never be breached,
Iron chains around my heart to ensure it would never be reached.

But Gods had a plan
He had chosen a VERY special man
I was drawn to YOU in a way I can’t even explain
I suddenly needed you like a parched flower needs the rain
I thought I’d known love before, but I didn’t have a clue
No, I didn’t know until God gave me YOU
You are the best part of me
Where I always want to be
God brought us together this I know
And our love every day will continue to grow
From now until the end of time
YOU, Jackie Harper, will ALWAYS be mine. ❤️
💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal 3/1/2021

“My beloved [is] mine, and I [am] his: he feedeth among the lilies.” ~ Song of Solomon 2:16

Ohhh how these verses are for me! My patience is a work in progress, more so lately and I needed this reminder so very much. “Let patience have her work, that ye may be perfect and entire…” Patience, my friends, is part of the process! Thank You Holy Spirit, I needed this gentle nudge this morning. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“2 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; 3 Knowing [this], that the trying of your faith worketh patience. 4 But let patience have [her] perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.” ~ James 1:2-4

No matter what the day holds, cast your burdens on the Lord and He WILL sustain you! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.” ~ Psalms 55:22

The devil seeks to cause chaos and destroy our sound mind. He is a liar and fear cannot abide in the presence of our Lord. The renewing of our mind is key in pushing out the thoughts that he tries to implant on a daily basis. Fight him by standing on the Word, fight him by renewing your mind daily. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” ~ 2 Timothy 1:7

The enemy is constantly accusing, but we have overcome by the bloods of the lamb. Those things can’t hurt us anymore. Glory hallelujah! What they can do is reach other people and pull them from out of the out of the pits of hell. What we’ve been through, what God redeemed us from becomes a testimony to reach others. That deserves a praise shout! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“10 And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night. 11 And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death.” ~ Revelation 12:10-11

There is so much love in this verse! We have a Father and He is mighty! With Him, we were NOT given the spirit of fear. When you feel that creeping in, cry out to Him, “Abba” and He will answer!!! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.” ~ Romans 8:15

He is our salvation, strength, and song y’all! How awesome is that?! When our trust is in Him, we have NOTHING to be afraid of. We can find peace in Him even in the midst of the storm. How great is our God?! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Behold, God [is] my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the LORD JEHOVAH [is] my strength and [my] song; he also is become my salvation.” ~ Isaiah 12:2

I’ve really been fighting old demons lately and fear over past hurts is huge. Fear is a snare and my loving Father is quick to remind me of this! I am thankful for the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the Word of God to stand on when the devil attacks on this level. I have ammunition to fire back with. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.” ~ Proverbs 29:25

“…but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God.” I just LOVE that! David was greatly distressed, he had people coming at him, and he encouraged himself in the Lord. So much to learn from David! Perhaps you too are going through something today and you feel the crushing on every side, encourage yourself in the Lord. He will see you through! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God.” ~ 1 Samuel 30:6

God’s Word tells us to come BOLDLY to the throne of grace, it is there we will find the help we need when we need it most. 💛 ~Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.” ~ Hebrews 4:16

The Word says to call upon the Lord and He will show you great and mighty things. Is there something troubling you today? Call on Him, He has what you are seeking. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.” ~ Jeremiah 33:3

I feel this verse to the depth of my soul lately. The enemy has flooded me in about every area of my life, but I can trust the standard of the Lord to come up against him. I am not fighting this battle alone. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“So shall they fear the name of the Lord from the west, and his glory from the rising of the sun. When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him.” ~ Isaiah 59:19

Fear is a tactic the enemy often tries to employ over me. There is no fear in God. Perfect love casteth out fear! During those times, I have to really draw into my Father and fight back with His Word. He upholds me and the devil has to take his tactics and flee. It’s a continual process because his darts never stop, but neither does God’s endless supply of strength and protection. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” ~ Isaiah 41:10

I’ve been going through somethings. God had already prepared me for the road ahead so these things were not unforeseen, but difficult non the less. Last night He reminded me I don’t face them alone and I don’t face them without purpose. He is right here in the midst of them and mighty to save. He is rejoicing over me and the situation. He is singing joy over me and you right in our situation, how awesome is that?! Too often I get in my own head, He reminded me He’s in my heart and to allow my spirit to rest in Him. I needed that renewing of the mind, perhaps you did too. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The LORD thy God in the midst of thee [is] mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.” ~ Zephaniah 3:17

I cannot even express my love for this verse or the ways the Lord has spoke to my heart through it. I’m calling you into the deep daughter, you are ready or I would not have called… 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Deep calleth unto deep at the noise of thy waterspouts: all thy waves and thy billows are gone over me.” ~ Psalm 42:7

There are some days when I just want to give up. I just feel like I can’t take step a further. Their are moments when I feel like I can’t even breathe. All I can do is barely get a whisper out, “Help me Poppa, please.” He breathes life into me during those times. He lifts me during those times when my spirit is feeling too heavy to move forward. But one thing I don’t do is quit. Even if I’m just treading water, I don’t stop moving. I encourage myself in the Lord. Are you weary this morning? I want to encourage you to keep pressing. Find your strength in your Father and His Word. In due season, you will reap. Don’t you give up. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” ~ Galatians 6:9

I woke up this morning and it hit me hard that the enemy had been pounding me with attacks and I was just taking the hits. I was almost frozen, yes he is so skillful in his attacks I thought. He knows exactly where to hit to impose the most pain and stir up the most anguish. I prayed and reflected on this recent attract for a long time this morning and then the Lord brought me back to this morning’s verse. I have power over the enemy. He skillfully pinpoints his attacks to trigger past areas that have been cancelled out in the name of Jesus. Places He is healing and the enemy loves to uproot trauma. Those places can’t hurt me if I don’t allow them to. I needed this verse this morning and I needed to take back the power Jesus has given me. Thank You Poppa for the reminder and Holy Spirit for your guidance. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.” ~ Luke 10:19

We are called to walk in love, yes even in a world filled with hate. I see so much hate everywhere I look. Jesus had compassion on the sinners. He came for those people and it is some of those people that society judges as the “worse” that He uses in the most profound ways. Don’t hate the person, hate the sin. And don’t make yourself higher above them, you don’t know the path they have walked. Offer the love and compassion of Christ and PRAY for them daily. That is what He has called us to do. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour.” ~ Ephesians 5:2

I was thinking about all of the unrest in the world. There is a spiritual war raging that the natural eye can’t see. Many of us are getting attacked individually. The battle is personal. The enemy is trying to move the attention of those called for such a time as this. Not everyone will understand this blog, but there is an army rising up for the Lord that will get it. Your peace through the storms your facing comes from your Father. Do not be troubled and do be afraid. He is allowing the storm to purge the ground in which you are standing. The devil can’t take out that which God has called, that calling IS yours. Life will spring up after these storms. The rains are necessary, find peace in Him during the storms and enjoy the sound of the rains falling knowing the sun always shines brighter after the storm. He is bursting new life through you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” ~ John 14:27

I was thinking about all of the unrest in the world. There is a spiritual war raging that the natural eye can’t see. Many of us are getting attacked individually. The battle is personal. The enemy is trying to move the attention of those called for such a time as this. Not everyone will understand this blog, but there is an army rising up for the Lord that will get it. Your peace through the storms your facing comes from your Father. Do not be troubled and do be afraid. He is allowing the storm to purge the ground in which you are standing. The devil can’t take out that which God has called, that calling IS yours. Life will spring up after these storms. The rains are necessary, find peace in Him during the storms and enjoy the sound of the rains falling knowing the sun always shines brighter after the storm. He is bursting new life through you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” ~ John 14:27

Never allow the world to stop from doing good and never allow them to dull your shine. Do it as though you are doing it unto the Lord and allow His light to keep shining through you! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“But ye, brethren, be not weary in well doing.” ~ 2 Thessalonians 3:13

Oh Lord, teach me your statutes! I am so thankful that the Holy Spirit teaches me things I could never learn any other way! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Make thy face to shine upon thy servant; and teach me thy statutes.” ~ Psalm 119:135

This morning, I am so grateful for the Holy Spirit that continues to work within me. He doesn’t give up on me during those times when I’m ready to give up on myself! He sees what I cannot see and is so good to remind me. What an awesome God we serve! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Whereunto I also labour, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily.” ~ Colossians 1:29

Are you feeling a little weary today? God gives power to the faint, He increases your strength! Draw it from Him today, He has an endless supply! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.” ~ Isaiah 40:29

I am so thankful for the refuge of my Father when the things of the world are coming at me hard and fast. This includes the times the enemy is bombarding my thoughts. I can turn up the praise music and retreat into the safety of His arms for a respite from those arrows. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“The eternal God [is thy] refuge, and underneath [are] the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy [them].” ~ Deuteronomy 33:27

I sure needed this reminder today. The Lord goes before us my friends. He’s already set the path before us. This verse says, “He will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.” WOW! What promises our Father gives us right here. I have a major deep rooted fear of rejection and I am learning I have not dealt with this at all. So this Scripture speaks to my heart in the most powerful way. My Father will not fail me, he will not abandon me, I need not fear or worry. He has everything I am praying about in the palm of His hand. He has you too my friends, He will not leave you and He will not fail you. We can stand on His Word knowing it is true, write this verse on your heart and pull it out when the devil tries to convince you that you are standing alone. You are not, your Father has already gone before you and He will not fail you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And the LORD, he [it is] that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.” ~ Deuteronomy 31:8

What are you caring around that you weren’t meant to carry? I tend to carry everything for everyone on my shoulders, they weren’t made for that. I also tend to pray, put it all at my Father’s feet and then pick it back up a day or two later. Once we give it to Him, we are supposed to leave it there! His shoulders were made to carry those things that burden ours down. I ask again, what are you carrying that you weren’t meant to carry? Give it to your Father today and trust Him to work it out on your behalf. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.” ~ Psalm 55:22

This verse just hit the heart. I am so thankful for the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the places in the Word He guides me to just when my heart needs it. God is so good to His children. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.” 1 John 4:18

Old demons have tried to resurface and bring a spirit of fear with them. Not today darkness, not today. I’ve been fighting them with the Word and lots of prayer. Jesus fired the Word back at the devil on the Mount and I’m firing His Word back today! There is no fear in God. Fear and the enemy have to go in the name of Jesus, all of those old past hurts… they have to go too. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.” ~ Psalm 56:3

The key to peace even through the storm is fixing your eyes on the one that can calm those waters and walk on them. Fix your eyes on Jesus dear heart. The winds may roar and the waters may rage, but He will provide you with peace in the midst of the storms. ❤️ ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“3 Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]: because he trusteth in thee. 4 Trust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD JEHOVAH [is] everlasting strength:” ~ Isaiah 26:3-4

One of my absolute favorite verses. My Poppa brings me here oh so many times throughout life. Anytime my spirit is a little troubled (or a lot), this tends to be one of the places He brings His daughter. If you are at that troubled place today, I pray it soothes your troubled spirit as you draw close to your Father today. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and [why] art thou disquieted in me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him [for] the help of his countenance.” ~ Psalm 42:5

The Lord just keeps placing verses of hope before me. This one speaks of both life and hope. I am not sure who this is for this morning, but I speak life over you. I feel you are hanging my a thread, but God says hang on to my Word there is life in it… I AM THE LIFE YOU ARE LOOKING FOR. I feel that word deep in my spirit this morning. Draw your hope from God and the things of Him. You will not find peace in the world and the things connected to it. I love you and I’m lifting you in prayer. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope.” ~ Psalm 119:116

My hope is 100 percent in the Lord and my heart is filled with His praise. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“But I will hope continually, and will yet praise thee more and more.” ~ Psalm 71:14

I am so thankful that the Lord doesn’t allow entrance into heaven based on the practice of casting stones. I’m also thankful that when He grabs ahold of us true change starts to take place. It is not always instant, but it’s certainly life changing. As humans, we tend to look at the past and not the changes occurring. The grace we’ve been given isn’t a grace we easily extend to others. Perhaps we need to take the time to stop and look a little deeper, listen a little harder before we cast those stones. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“6 This they said, tempting him, that they might have to accuse him. But Jesus stooped down, and with his finger wrote on the ground, as though he heard them not. 7 So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.” ~ John 8:6-7

Hope! Where are you placing your hope? It makes a huge difference in the peace of mind you carry. One carries the weight of the Holy Ghost and removes the weight of the world from your shoulders. The other has no substance and you carry that weight on your shoulders. Where you place your hope, it matters. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.” ~ Romans 15:13

I’ve had a rough few days. I was scrolling through for a verse today and the Lord really encouraged my heart through Romans 15:4. The Bible is filled with situations for us to glean from. People just like you and me who faced situations that left them discouraged, heart broken, even lost at times. These scriptures can give us comfort and hope as they meet us at the point of our need. God has given us everything we need right at our fingertips. He is so good to us. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.” ~ Romans 15:4

There is so much comfort in this verse. God cares for us. He tells us to cast our cares on Him for “he care the for you.” His Word doesn’t lie. His shoulders were made to carry things our shoulders just weren’t met to carry. Whatever happens to you today, cast it upon your Father for He cares for YOU! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” ~ 1 Pete 5:7

So many people on my timeline are battling sserious storms right now. This morning’s verse really touched my heart. Jesus said He would not leave us comfortless. I can’t pretend to walk in your shoes, but I serve a Savior who understands you in such a real and intimate way. Draw in to Him today for He cares about you! I’m also here praying you through. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.” ~ John 14:18

There is a peace that only comes from above. You can be going through hell on earth and still have a peace man cannot understand. I was sitting in bed this afternoon and heard the Lord say, daughter why are you worrying? Do I not instruct your steps? I was filled with such a peace. We are sometimes seen as crazy for our radical beliefs, believe them anyways. Pray without ceasing and lean into your Heavenly Father daily. Then let not your heart be troubled or afraid, allow His peace to wash over You as His Holy Spirit guides you. You will have a peace the world can’t explain, but it will move them to want that peace you carry! Seeds planted for God to grow. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” ~ John 14:27

The Lord orders our steps, but He also makes room for our mistakes when when we fall. Verse 24 today says, “Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth [him with] his hand.” Isn’t that amazing? The Lord still upholds our hand when we fall, what an awesome loving God we serve! That deserves a praise shout!!! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“23 The steps of a [good] man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. 24 Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth [him with] his hand.” ~ Psalms 37:23-24

It is only God alone that has sustained me through some very difficult days. I am so thankful for Him preserving my spirit. You can have that too, all you have to do is call on His name. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Thou hast granted me life and favour, and thy visitation hath preserved my spirit.” ~ Job 10:12

Teach me oh Lord!!! I LOVE this verse and oh how it touched my heart as I reread it this morning. He has taught me so many things. The Holy Spirit so lovingly continues to open up so many things to me, I am blessed to be redeemed from by past and look forward to all He has for my future. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou [art] the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day.” ~ Psalm 25:5

Oh what a good word can do for your heart! It can relieve the heaviness and release the joy of the Lord! It is good to dive into the Word and dwell in the presence our Father. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad.” ~ Proverbs 12:25

The Lord will protect His own in these uncertain times. There is nothing to fear when your Father is in control. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For thou, Lord, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield.” ~ Psalm 5:12

I am thankful that the Lord is our light in the midst of the darkness. His Holy Spirit guides us through the darkest storms, illuminating our path in a way that only He can. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For thou art my lamp, O Lord: and the Lord will lighten my darkness.” ~ 2 Samuel 22:29

There is such a heaviness in the air right now. The enemy is bombarding people with thoughts of hopelessness and countless doubts, but God’s Word counters that. It’s time to start throwing those darts back at the enemy. On the Mount, Jesus fought the devil with His Word and we need to do the same. While we have breath in our lungs there is hope, today’s verse reminds us “a living dog is better than a dead lion.” Don’t allow the devil to steal your hope, fight back by standing on the Word. You are a child of the most high God, walk in that authority today. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For to him that is joined to all the living there is hope: for a living dog is better than a dead lion.” ~ Ecclesiastes 9:4

Prayer changes things and there is a special power in numbers when it comes to prayer. It’s like joining a secret army of warriors where you are armed with one of the most powerful weapons on earth, prayer! Today’s verses tells us God is in the midst when we gather and pray in His name. A praying circle is the BEST kind of circle to have and I am truly blessed with some of the mightiest prayer warriors I know. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“19 Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. 20 For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” ~ Matthew 18:19-20

There are some mountains that require prayer AND fasting to conquer. If Jesus is our example and He fasted, how much more important would it be for us to follow that example? Definitely something to think about. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.” ~ Matthew 17:21

With keys come authority. Too often we allow the kingdom of darkness to take control of our lives and the things around us. It’s time to recognize who you are in Christ and walk in the authority He has given you through His blood. Start praying for God to help you in this area if it is something you struggle in and for the Holy Spirit to awaken it within you and give you a boldness from Him. 💛 ~!Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” ~ Matthew 16:19

God just keeps laying this verse on my heart. As I cried out to Him last night with tears streaming down my cheeks He said, daughter I see you. Friends, just as He saw Hagar in the wilderness so many years ago, He sees you right now in the midst of your wilderness. He understands your needs. All of them, spiritual, emotional, physical, and financial. He is working them out out in ways that are beyond our minds comprehension, but I promise He sees you and you have not been forgotten. Hold on to Him as you cry out to Him. Praise Him through the storm standing in faith it is Him that is bringing you through this storm! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And she called the name of the LORD that spake unto her, Thou God seest me: for she said, Have I also here looked after him that seeth me?” ~ Genesis 16:13

In these tumultuous times this morning’s verses are a perfect reminder as to where we find our rest. Jesus says, “Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me..” That “learn of me” got me this morning! So much to learn from Him as we lean into Him and cast our cares on Him. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“28 Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30 For my yoke [is] easy, and my burden is light.” ~ Matthew 11:28-30

The harvest is truly ready and the Lord needs laborers. Are you heeding the call? We need so many more, pray for them. The harvest is ripe. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“37 Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly [is] plenteous, but the labourers [are] few; 38 Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest.” ~ Matthew 9:37-38

What fruit are you bearing? I started thinking about this many months back and really examining my heart. I began asking the Lord to cleanse anything and everything from me that was not of Him. I didn’t want bitterness, lust, or anything else of this world tainting the fruit I was producing. In this season I keep hearing it’s a heart matter, examine your heart. It matters. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.” ~ Matthew 7:20

It saddens me how many people don’t realize how narrow the gate is that leads to life. It’s not okay to keep thinking like the world, keep living like the world with the mentality that Jesus will forgive you. The Holy Spirit should be convicting you if you are doing wrong, if He’s not there is something wrong! The gate to destruction is broad, NOT the gate to life. I want to be all in for God. On judgement day, I want to face Him knowing I lived this life doing my best to serve Him. I want my life to be a testimony that draws people to God, not one that pulls people away. I’m so far from perfect, but He is working on His daughter daily. My heart is postured toward Him and fixing whatever is wrong so that I get it right! Looking at the state of this country, it’s a heart issue. It’s a heart issue and Jesus is the answer. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“13 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide [is] the gate, and broad [is] the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: 14 Because strait [is] the gate, and narrow [is] the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.” ~ Matthew 7:13-14

I LOVE this verse! If children of the world know how to give good gifts to their children how much greater are the gifts our Father has for His children? He loves it when we bring things to Him, He loves to give to us! He delights in seeing us happy. When we are walking with Him, our will aligns with His will and He is happy to give us the desires of our hearts because it is aligning with His! We have a good, good Father! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?” ~ Matthew 7:11

How close are you to your Heavenly Father? There are spiritual gifts He wants to bestow if only you ask. You can get closer, all you have to do is seek Him. Are you knocking at His door.? Ask, seek, and knock. Getting closer to your Father is really easy and you can start right now… ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.” ~ Matthew 7:8

The other night in prayer the Lord just poured His Spirit out over me. This verse has been on my heart ever since. I am so thankful for those conversations with my Poppa and these precious gems He shows me afterwards. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Blessed [are] they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.” ~ Matthew 5:6

It truly is a heart matter. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” ~ Matthew 6:21

This was recently highlighted in several of my studies. The Lord started showing me the importance of this verse. We often pray amiss. We pray out of our desire and not out of the Lord’s will. When we pray it’s important to check our heart and pray thy will be done Lord. This is what I want, but thy will be done. I’m also finding the closer I walk with the Lord He starts to place His desires into my heart and His desires become my desires. It is an awesome transformation. I’m becoming more and more like my Poppa’s heart each day! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as [it is] in heaven.” ~ Matthew 6:10

We need more than food to nourish the body, we need the Word of God. It words contain healing and emotional strength… it’s words contain life. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.” ~ Matthew 4:4

It was a little while into my walk with God before I understood these verses. Once the Holy Spirit opened my eyes, I got it. It was all about the blood! Cain’s offering was of the earth, Able’s offering was a blood offering. Jesus gave His blood on the cross and that made a final blood offering for all of us. He became a blood sacrifice for us. It was in the blood. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“3 And in process of time it came to pass, that Cain brought of the fruit of the ground an offering unto the LORD. 4 And Abel, he also brought of the firstlings of his flock and of the fat thereof. And the LORD had respect unto Abel and to his offering: 5 But unto Cain and to his offering he had not respect. And Cain was very wroth, and his countenance fell.” ~ Genesis 4:3-5

We were made in our Poppa’s image y’all! How awesome is that?! God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over…” He made us in His image, in His likeness, and then gave us dominion over the things in the earth. That is a powerful verse for a child of God. When Jesus died on the cross and came back, He took the keys that satan had stolen. You have God given authority as His child. Don’t allow the enemy to move you from a place of defeat. Seek the Lord for wisdom and walk who you are as a child of God. Look in the mirror and remind yourself your a King’s kid, His DNA is in you, and you are not defeated. God has already won the battle and the manifestation of it is about to break forth in Jesus name! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth.” Genesis 1:26

The earth was without form and void in the beginning. God created the beautiful creation we see out of darkness. When He spoke light there was light. When He calls us out of sin, He is calling us out of darkness and when we except Him as Lord of our life He fills us with His glorious light. It is a light so bright it shines from within outwardly and touches everyone we meet! It is life changing and when you become spirit filled you have an intimacy with God and a power that you walk in that is beyond words. My prayer for you for this year is baptism of the Holy Ghost (for those who don’t have it) and to grow in your walk with God and the knowledge of who you are in Him. These are going to be key in the battleground for the Lord for 2021. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“2 And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness [was] upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. 3 And God said, Let there be light: and there was light.” ~ Genesis 1:2-3

It’s New Year’s Eve. I can remember a time when I’d be bringing in the new year with drinks, shots, and loud music. In fact, I was just tagged in a picture where I had empty shot glasses and mixed drinks in front of me. A friend commented I must be aging backwards that I looked a lot younger now. That is the joy of the Lord and Him lifting me out of an abusive relationship and destructive mindset. I have come so far in such a short time and the Lord continues to work ever so patiently with me.

Tonight I had no desire for large crowds. I had no concerns about invitations or fitting in. The last several days in my prayer time God has highlighted He is the God that sees. He sees my struggles, He sees my efforts, He sees my heart… He sees everything. Tonight as the new year is coming in, I am perfectly content with spending it at home with the God who sees and allowing Him to prepare my heart for my Kingdom assignments this year. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

These verses just really touched my heart, especially the “provoking one another” part. We need to be guided by the Holy Spirit and certainly be bold in our speech, but do it out of a place of love and not from a place of anger. We also want to move as the Holy Spirit instructs us and not from personal agendas. Seek the Lord daily, renewing our minds, and allowing our hears to be one with His; walking in the Spirit and moving as the Spirit has us to. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. 26 Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another.” ~ Galatians 5:25-26

I love these verses. Don’t you agree the world needs more of these things? Poppa produce these things in me in abundance! I think these are good verses to just meditate and pray over. I felt my heart saying joy unspeakable joy and just saw myself laughing as I wrote this, thank You Poppa! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” ~ Galatians 5:22-23

This mornings verses are truly nourishment for your soul and mind. Walking in the spirit is key to not fulfilling the lust if the flesh. Renewing your mind daily, washing it in God’s Word, prayer, thinking on the things of God. Walking in the spirit is as essential as air in the war against the flesh. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“16 [This] I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. 17 For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would.” ~ Galatians 5:16-17

We are heirs to THE King y’all! It doesn’t matter what things look like here, your Father is more than capable of meeting every single one of your needs! Trust Him!!! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And if ye [be] Christ’s, then are ye Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise.” ~ Galatians 3:29

Several days ago the Lord gave me a vision of a behemoth. I felt at the time it was connected to a religious spirit in our area. I would later learn, as the Lord opened it up to me, the vision was going deeper into another spirit. The behemoth faded into cartoon like monsters. Now at first, I thought the devil was trying to trick me into thinking the behemoth was not too bad, not dangerous. However, the Lord said look closer. As I studied it, the cartoon faded into evil, satanic relics of all kinds. I suddenly began to realize the cartoon monsters were God showing me a picture of the devil controlling the minds of not only our youth, but of all ages on a scale almost beyond belief. I started to think of the young kids I knew in my life playing video games. They were life like and some very evil. Then I started to think of the adults I knew who play these games. The age range of people playing these “life-like” games is mind blowing. I have seen countless Christian friends playing Thug Life where you “fight other gangsters, sell drugs, rob banks, participate in other criminal activities, party, and go to jail.” It’s just a game, right? Some of these are so far beyond reality, what is the harm of playing, right? It’s just innocent fun, right? I don’t think so.

The Lord clearly showed me these cartoon monsters in my vision fading into evil, satanic relics. The Lord showed me the devil was planting seeds through those things into the minds of the people playing. All of that violence, cursing, pure evil are seeds he is planting in mass amounts. There is also a spirit of suicide connected to it that is being downloaded at crazy speeds. It is sweeping across not only my small county, but everywhere. Many will write this blog post off as a religious crazy, but I saw it clearly in my vision from the Lord. It is so important to watch what seeds are being planted and how. The enemy is planting seeds that are growing and the increase in the suicide rate is just one proof of that. Renewing our minds is vital and watching what we feed into them and what we allow our children to feed into them is essential. Please pray about this and pray about the seeds being planted. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“15 Behold now behemoth, which I made with thee; he eateth grass as an ox. 16 Lo now, his strength [is] in his loins, and his force [is] in the navel of his belly. 17 He moveth his tail like a cedar: the sinews of his stones are wrapped together. 18 His bones [are as] strong pieces of brass; his bones [are] like bars of iron. 19 He [is] the chief of the ways of God: he that made him can make his sword to approach [unto him]. 20 Surely the mountains bring him forth food, where all the beasts of the field play. 21 He lieth under the shady trees, in the covert of the reed, and fens. 22 The shady trees cover him [with] their shadow; the willows of the brook compass him about. 23 Behold, he drinketh up a river, [and] hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth. 24 He taketh it with his eyes: [his] nose pierceth through snares.” ~ Job 40:15-24

Time is fleeting. My timeline is filled with lives that were lost. You never know when you will draw your last breath. Don’t put off today that one thing that keeps pressing on your heart, today’s verse says, “And it shall come to pass, [that] whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” It’s not complicated. If Jesus is calling you, it’s as simple as answering that call… 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And it shall come to pass, [that] whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” ~ Acts 2:21

Oh my heart! I just read in Jennifer Eivez’s book The Intercessors Handbook, “I’ve heard it said that the nighttime hour allows God to speak to us without interruption.” I’ve also heard her and several others say they get so much done in that nighttime hour! My dream life is just starting to come to life after much prayer and I am so excited about this. Today’s verses just jumped off the page at me as I was reminded these are the days in which we are living. There are gifts you can be praying for during these times that are covered in so much darkness and need God’s illuminating light! Now is the time to move closer to God and grab everything He has for you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“17 And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: 18 And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy:” ~ Acts 2:17-18

My heart is just overflowing this morning and in typical fashion coming right out of my eyes! The presence of the Holy Spirit has been resting over me since I woke and tears just seem to be coming so easily this morning. Today we celebrate the birth of our Savior. His birth was prophecy being fulfilled. His entire life and death were foretold. Jesus was born into human form for you and me, so that He could give His life for ours. He left His Holy Spirit to guide and comfort us. Today isn’t a day about gifts under the tree, it’s all bout the man who was born to die on one for our sins. Thank You Jesus! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“22 Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, 23 Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.” ~Matthew 1:22-23

This evening is our final chapter of Luke and in it we have the stone rolled away from tomb that was to hold the body of Jesus. The women who went bringing the spices they had prepared for Jesus’ body were given an interesting question in verse 5, “…Why seek ye the living among the dead?” My heart can’t help but smile because I already know the story and I know Jesus lives!!! He continues on in verses 6-7, “6 He is not here, but is risen: remember how he spake unto you when he was yet in Galilee, 7 Saying, The Son of man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, and be crucified, and the third day rise again.” That is something to shout about. It’s been three days and the tomb is empty!

The chapter goes on and and Jesus walks and talks with two that do not even realize it is Him they are speaking of until He blessed the bread and brake it and their eyes were opened. This whole chapter just makes my heart shout! Finally in the end of the chapter Jesus appears in the midst of the disciples. He eats before them and reminds them these things had to be fulfilled. It says while He blessed them He was carried to heaven and they returned to Jerusalem with a great joy. They knew their Savior had risen and we serve that same risen Savior today. My heart was filled with that joy as I read this account. He’s risen! He defeated death! We have authority in the name of Jesus to do Kingdom assignments here on earth. It is time to let His light shine. Thank you for taking this journey through Luke with me! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 Now upon the first [day] of the week, very early in the morning, they came unto the sepulchre, bringing the spices which they had prepared, and certain [others] with them. 2 And they found the stone rolled away from the sepulchre. 3 And they entered in, and found not the body of the Lord Jesus. 4 And it came to pass, as they were much perplexed thereabout, behold, two men stood by them in shining garments: 5 And as they were afraid, and bowed down [their] faces to the earth, they said unto them, Why seek ye the living among the dead? 6 He is not here, but is risen: remember how he spake unto you when he was yet in Galilee, 7 Saying, The Son of man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, and be crucified, and the third day rise again. 8 And they remembered his words, 9 And returned from the sepulchre, and told all these things unto the eleven, and to all the rest. 10 It was Mary Magdalene, and Joanna, and Mary [the mother] of James, and other [women that were] with them, which told these things unto the apostles. 11 And their words seemed to them as idle tales, and they believed them not. 12 Then arose Peter, and ran unto the sepulchre; and stooping down, he beheld the linen clothes laid by themselves, and departed, wondering in himself at that which was come to pass. 13 And, behold, two of them went that same day to a village called Emmaus, which was from Jerusalem [about] threescore furlongs. 14 And they talked together of all these things which had happened. 15 And it came to pass, that, while they communed [together] and reasoned, Jesus himself drew near, and went with them. 16 But their eyes were holden that they should not know him. 17 And he said unto them, What manner of communications [are] these that ye have one to another, as ye walk, and are sad? 18 And the one of them, whose name was Cleopas, answering said unto him, Art thou only a stranger in Jerusalem, and hast not known the things which are come to pass there in these days? 19 And he said unto them, What things? And they said unto him, Concerning Jesus of Nazareth, which was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people: 20 And how the chief priests and our rulers delivered him to be condemned to death, and have crucified him. 21 But we trusted that it had been he which should have redeemed Israel: and beside all this, to day is the third day since these things were done. 22 Yea, and certain women also of our company made us astonished, which were early at the sepulchre; 23 And when they found not his body, they came, saying, that they had also seen a vision of angels, which said that he was alive. 24 And certain of them which were with us went to the sepulchre, and found [it] even so as the women had said: but him they saw not. 25 Then he said unto them, O fools, and slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken: 26 Ought not Christ to have suffered these things, and to enter into his glory? 27 And beginning at Moses and all the prophets, he expounded unto them in all the scriptures the things concerning himself. 28 And they drew nigh unto the village, whither they went: and he made as though he would have gone further. 29 But they constrained him, saying, Abide with us: for it is toward evening, and the day is far spent. And he went in to tarry with them. 30 And it came to pass, as he sat at meat with them, he took bread, and blessed [it], and brake, and gave to them. 31 And their eyes were opened, and they knew him; and he vanished out of their sight. 32 And they said one to another, Did not our heart burn within us, while he talked with us by the way, and while he opened to us the scriptures? 33 And they rose up the same hour, and returned to Jerusalem, and found the eleven gathered together, and them that were with them, 34 Saying, The Lord is risen indeed, and hath appeared to Simon. 35 And they told what things [were done] in the way, and how he was known of them in breaking of bread. 36 And as they thus spake, Jesus himself stood in the midst of them, and saith unto them, Peace [be] unto you. 37 But they were terrified and affrighted, and supposed that they had seen a spirit. 38 And he said unto them, Why are ye troubled? and why do thoughts arise in your hearts? 39 Behold my hands and my feet, that it is I myself: handle me, and see; for a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have. 40 And when he had thus spoken, he shewed them [his] hands and [his] feet. 41 And while they yet believed not for joy, and wondered, he said unto them, Have ye here any meat? 42 And they gave him a piece of a broiled fish, and of an honeycomb. 43 And he took [it], and did eat before them. 44 And he said unto them, These [are] the words which I spake unto you, while I was yet with you, that all things must be fulfilled, which were written in the law of Moses, and [in] the prophets, and [in] the psalms, concerning me. 45 Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures, 46 And said unto them, Thus it is written, and thus it behoved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day: 47 And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. 48 And ye are witnesses of these things. 49 And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high. 50 And he led them out as far as to Bethany, and he lifted up his hands, and blessed them. 51 And it came to pass, while he blessed them, he was parted from them, and carried up into heaven. 52 And they worshipped him, and returned to Jerusalem with great joy: 53 And were continually in the temple, praising and blessing God. Amen.” ~ Luke 24:1-53

Thank You Lord for Your son Jesus that came to save us from our sins. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.” ~ Luke 1:21

In this chapter, we have our Savior being taken before Pilate and Herod. We find the Jewish people being given a choice between saving a man who has performed miracles and Barabbas a murder, they chose to crucify our Lord. Jesus, being mocked and hung on a cross, and He still says in verse 34, “Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.” This chapter is the most painful to read out of the entire book. Yet you continue to see His love until the very end, while on the cross, He forgives one of the two being crucified with Him telling him he will be in paradise that day with Him! As I read verses 45-47 my mind travels back to that moment in time, “45 And the sun was darkened, and the veil of the temple was rent in the midst. 46 And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice, he said, Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit: and having said thus, he gave up the ghost. 47 Now when the centurion saw what was done, he glorified God, saying, Certainly this was a righteous man.” I could only imagine that anyone that had not believed that Jesus was the son of God, the true Messiah, would had to have believed at that moment unless God has hardened their hearts. Jesus was born in human form and crucified this horrible death, taking our chastisement upon Himself. Oh what love He has for us. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And the whole multitude of them arose, and led him unto Pilate. 2 And they began to accuse him, saying, We found this [fellow] perverting the nation, and forbidding to give tribute to Caesar, saying that he himself is Christ a King. 3 And Pilate asked him, saying, Art thou the King of the Jews? And he answered him and said, Thou sayest [it]. 4 Then said Pilate to the chief priests and [to] the people, I find no fault in this man. 5 And they were the more fierce, saying, He stirreth up the people, teaching throughout all Jewry, beginning from Galilee to this place. 6 When Pilate heard of Galilee, he asked whether the man were a Galilaean. 7 And as soon as he knew that he belonged unto Herod’s jurisdiction, he sent him to Herod, who himself also was at Jerusalem at that time. 8 And when Herod saw Jesus, he was exceeding glad: for he was desirous to see him of a long [season], because he had heard many things of him; and he hoped to have seen some miracle done by him. 9 Then he questioned with him in many words; but he answered him nothing. 10 And the chief priests and scribes stood and vehemently accused him. 11 And Herod with his men of war set him at nought, and mocked [him], and arrayed him in a gorgeous robe, and sent him again to Pilate. 12 And the same day Pilate and Herod were made friends together: for before they were at enmity between themselves. 13 And Pilate, when he had called together the chief priests and the rulers and the people, 14 Said unto them, Ye have brought this man unto me, as one that perverteth the people: and, behold, I, having examined [him] before you, have found no fault in this man touching those things whereof ye accuse him: 15 No, nor yet Herod: for I sent you to him; and, lo, nothing worthy of death is done unto him. 16 I will therefore chastise him, and release [him]. 17 (For of necessity he must release one unto them at the feast.) 18 And they cried out all at once, saying, Away with this [man], and release unto us Barabbas: 19 (Who for a certain sedition made in the city, and for murder, was cast into prison.) 20 Pilate therefore, willing to release Jesus, spake again to them. 21 But they cried, saying, Crucify [him], crucify him. 22 And he said unto them the third time, Why, what evil hath he done? I have found no cause of death in him: I will therefore chastise him, and let [him] go. 23 And they were instant with loud voices, requiring that he might be crucified. And the voices of them and of the chief priests prevailed. 24 And Pilate gave sentence that it should be as they required. 25 And he released unto them him that for sedition and murder was cast into prison, whom they had desired; but he delivered Jesus to their will. 26 And as they led him away, they laid hold upon one Simon, a Cyrenian, coming out of the country, and on him they laid the cross, that he might bear [it] after Jesus. 27 And there followed him a great company of people, and of women, which also bewailed and lamented him. 28 But Jesus turning unto them said, Daughters of Jerusalem, weep not for me, but weep for yourselves, and for your children. 29 For, behold, the days are coming, in the which they shall say, Blessed [are] the barren, and the wombs that never bare, and the paps which never gave suck. 30 Then shall they begin to say to the mountains, Fall on us; and to the hills, Cover us. 31 For if they do these things in a green tree, what shall be done in the dry? 32 And there were also two other, malefactors, led with him to be put to death. 33 And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left. 34 Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots. 35 And the people stood beholding. And the rulers also with them derided [him], saying, He saved others; let him save himself, if he be Christ, the chosen of God. 36 And the soldiers also mocked him, coming to him, and offering him vinegar, 37 And saying, If thou be the king of the Jews, save thyself. 38 And a superscription also was written over him in letters of Greek, and Latin, and Hebrew, THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS. 39 And one of the malefactors which were hanged railed on him, saying, If thou be Christ, save thyself and us. 40 But the other answering rebuked him, saying, Dost not thou fear God, seeing thou art in the same condemnation? 41 And we indeed justly; for we receive the due reward of our deeds: but this man hath done nothing amiss. 42 And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. 43 And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise. 44 And it was about the sixth hour, and there was a darkness over all the earth until the ninth hour. 45 And the sun was darkened, and the veil of the temple was rent in the midst. 46 And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice, he said, Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit: and having said thus, he gave up the ghost. 47 Now when the centurion saw what was done, he glorified God, saying, Certainly this was a righteous man. 48 And all the people that came together to that sight, beholding the things which were done, smote their breasts, and returned. 49 And all his acquaintance, and the women that followed him from Galilee, stood afar off, beholding these things. 50 And, behold, [there was] a man named Joseph, a counsellor; [and he was] a good man, and a just: 51 (The same had not consented to the counsel and deed of them;) [he was] of Arimathaea, a city of the Jews: who also himself waited for the kingdom of God. 52 This [man] went unto Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus. 53 And he took it down, and wrapped it in linen, and laid it in a sepulchre that was hewn in stone, wherein never man before was laid. 54 And that day was the preparation, and the sabbath drew on. 55 And the women also, which came with him from Galilee, followed after, and beheld the sepulchre, and how his body was laid. 56 And they returned, and prepared spices and ointments; and rested the sabbath day according to the commandment. ~ Luke 23:1-56

I love this verse. God is still calling people today and that is why it is so important we are a light in the dark world. He may use our testimony, His light through us to call sheep into His fold. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, [and] one shepherd.” ~ Luke 10:16

This chapter sets in motion our Lord being betrayed. I think of how sad that is and yet it had to be. Jesus became a sacrifice for the sins of a world of people that could still choose to reject His love. A world of people that often chooses to reject Him today. How heartbreaking that must be.

Verses 19-20 have become known as communion today and many don’t realize you don’t have to do it at church alone but can do it right in your home. I am touched by the story of Peter denying Christ. He loved Jesus so much and yet this still occurred just as Jesus told him it would. It says in verse 62 he wept. He remembered what Jesus had said. But you know what? Peter’s story didn’t stop here! He was forgiven and went in to grow strong in the Lord. I love that about him. Jesus already knew he was going to make that choice, but he also knew he was going to bounce back from it and work harder for the Kingdom of God after it.

Verses 42-43 really touched me in this chapter. Jesus, who can do anything He wanted prayed to His Father and said if He was willing to remove the cup from Him to remove it, but nevertheless HIS will be done. He wanted to be in the perfect will of His Father and He knew that meant giving His life for ours! I also noticed the angels appearing and strengthening Him! So much in this chapter, but those are a few of my favorites. What was yours? 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 Now the feast of unleavened bread drew nigh, which is called the Passover. 2 And the chief priests and scribes sought how they might kill him; for they feared the people. 3 Then entered Satan into Judas surnamed Iscariot, being of the number of the twelve. 4 And he went his way, and communed with the chief priests and captains, how he might betray him unto them. 5 And they were glad, and covenanted to give him money. 6 And he promised, and sought opportunity to betray him unto them in the absence of the multitude. 7 Then came the day of unleavened bread, when the passover must be killed. 8 And he sent Peter and John, saying, Go and prepare us the passover, that we may eat. 9 And they said unto him, Where wilt thou that we prepare? 10 And he said unto them, Behold, when ye are entered into the city, there shall a man meet you, bearing a pitcher of water; follow him into the house where he entereth in. 11 And ye shall say unto the goodman of the house, The Master saith unto thee, Where is the guestchamber, where I shall eat the passover with my disciples? 12 And he shall shew you a large upper room furnished: there make ready. 13 And they went, and found as he had said unto them: and they made ready the passover. 14 And when the hour was come, he sat down, and the twelve apostles with him. 15 And he said unto them, With desire I have desired to eat this passover with you before I suffer: 16 For I say unto you, I will not any more eat thereof, until it be fulfilled in the kingdom of God. 17 And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and said, Take this, and divide [it] among yourselves: 18 For I say unto you, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine, until the kingdom of God shall come. 19 And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake [it], and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me. 20 Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup [is] the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you. 21 But, behold, the hand of him that betrayeth me [is] with me on the table. 22 And truly the Son of man goeth, as it was determined: but woe unto that man by whom he is betrayed! 23 And they began to enquire among themselves, which of them it was that should do this thing. 24 And there was also a strife among them, which of them should be accounted the greatest. 25 And he said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors. 26 But ye [shall] not [be] so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve. 27 For whether [is] greater, he that sitteth at meat, or he that serveth? [is] not he that sitteth at meat? but I am among you as he that serveth. 28 Ye are they which have continued with me in my temptations. 29 And I appoint unto you a kingdom, as my Father hath appointed unto me; 30 That ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel. 31 And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired [to have] you, that he may sift [you] as wheat: 32 But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren. 33 And he said unto him, Lord, I am ready to go with thee, both into prison, and to death. 34 And he said, I tell thee, Peter, the cock shall not crow this day, before that thou shalt thrice deny that thou knowest me. 35 And he said unto them, When I sent you without purse, and scrip, and shoes, lacked ye any thing? And they said, Nothing. 36 Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take [it], and likewise [his] scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one. 37 For I say unto you, that this that is written must yet be accomplished in me, And he was reckoned among the transgressors: for the things concerning me have an end. 38 And they said, Lord, behold, here [are] two swords. And he said unto them, It is enough. 39 And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him. 40 And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation. 41 And he was withdrawn from them about a stone’s cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, 42 Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done. 43 And there appeared an angel unto him from heaven, strengthening him. 44 And being in an agony he prayed more earnestly: and his sweat was as it were great drops of blood falling down to the ground. 45 And when he rose up from prayer, and was come to his disciples, he found them sleeping for sorrow, 46 And said unto them, Why sleep ye? rise and pray, lest ye enter into temptation. 47 And while he yet spake, behold a multitude, and he that was called Judas, one of the twelve, went before them, and drew near unto Jesus to kiss him. 48 But Jesus said unto him, Judas, betrayest thou the Son of man with a kiss? 49 When they which were about him saw what would follow, they said unto him, Lord, shall we smite with the sword? 50 And one of them smote the servant of the high priest, and cut off his right ear. 51 And Jesus answered and said, Suffer ye thus far. And he touched his ear, and healed him. 52 Then Jesus said unto the chief priests, and captains of the temple, and the elders, which were come to him, Be ye come out, as against a thief, with swords and staves? 53 When I was daily with you in the temple, ye stretched forth no hands against me: but this is your hour, and the power of darkness. 54 Then took they him, and led [him], and brought him into the high priest’s house. And Peter followed afar off. 55 And when they had kindled a fire in the midst of the hall, and were set down together, Peter sat down among them. 56 But a certain maid beheld him as he sat by the fire, and earnestly looked upon him, and said, This man was also with him. 57 And he denied him, saying, Woman, I know him not. 58 And after a little while another saw him, and said, Thou art also of them. And Peter said, Man, I am not. 59 And about the space of one hour after another confidently affirmed, saying, Of a truth this [fellow] also was with him: for he is a Galilaean. 60 And Peter said, Man, I know not what thou sayest. And immediately, while he yet spake, the cock crew. 61 And the Lord turned, and looked upon Peter. And Peter remembered the word of the Lord, how he had said unto him, Before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice. 62 And Peter went out, and wept bitterly. 63 And the men that held Jesus mocked him, and smote [him]. 64 And when they had blindfolded him, they struck him on the face, and asked him, saying, Prophesy, who is it that smote thee? 65 And many other things blasphemously spake they against him. 66 And as soon as it was day, the elders of the people and the chief priests and the scribes came together, and led him into their council, saying, 67 Art thou the Christ? tell us. And he said unto them, If I tell you, ye will not believe: 68 And if I also ask [you], ye will not answer me, nor let [me] go. 69 Hereafter shall the Son of man sit on the right hand of the power of God. 70 Then said they all, Art thou then the Son of God? And he said unto them, Ye say that I am. 71 And they said, What need we any further witness? for we ourselves have heard of his own mouth.” ~ 22:1-71

Jesus gave His life for ours!!! What love! Just think on that today, He loves us so much He was born into this world, mocked and crucified, all so that we could live a life more abundantly through Him. Thank You Jesus for the blood that sets us free! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“As the Father knoweth me, even so know I the Father: and I lay down my life for the sheep.” ~ John 10:15

The poor widow in verse 3 did not give for show, but from the heart and Jesus said in doing so she had cast more than all the rest. The posture of your heart is more than what you are giving!

Verses 9-11 sound eerily familiar. You will hear of wars, nation against nation, kingdom against kingdom, earthquakes in divers places, famines, pestilence… does any of that sound familiar? It continues down in verse 25 there shall be signs in the sun and in the moon, and the stars… It is truly time to take note to the Word of God and the things being fulfilled within it. It’s time to share His Word with others and be a light that stands out as a beacon of hope in a dark world of the lost. It isn’t the time to blend in, but stand out and declare His promises boldly. Time is fleeting and He wants to use us to reach others from out of the pits of despair before it’s too late. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And he looked up, and saw the rich men casting their gifts into the treasury. 2 And he saw also a certain poor widow casting in thither two mites. 3 And he said, Of a truth I say unto you, that this poor widow hath cast in more than they all: 4 For all these have of their abundance cast in unto the offerings of God: but she of her penury hath cast in all the living that she had. 5 And as some spake of the temple, how it was adorned with goodly stones and gifts, he said, 6 [As for] these things which ye behold, the days will come, in the which there shall not be left one stone upon another, that shall not be thrown down. 7 And they asked him, saying, Master, but when shall these things be? and what sign [will there be] when these things shall come to pass? 8 And he said, Take heed that ye be not deceived: for many shall come in my name, saying, I am [Christ]; and the time draweth near: go ye not therefore after them. 9 But when ye shall hear of wars and commotions, be not terrified: for these things must first come to pass; but the end [is] not by and by. 10 Then said he unto them, Nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: 11 And great earthquakes shall be in divers places, and famines, and pestilences; and fearful sights and great signs shall there be from heaven. 12 But before all these, they shall lay their hands on you, and persecute [you], delivering [you] up to the synagogues, and into prisons, being brought before kings and rulers for my name’s sake. 13 And it shall turn to you for a testimony. 14 Settle [it] therefore in your hearts, not to meditate before what ye shall answer: 15 For I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which all your adversaries shall not be able to gainsay nor resist. 16 And ye shall be betrayed both by parents, and brethren, and kinsfolks, and friends; and [some] of you shall they cause to be put to death. 17 And ye shall be hated of all [men] for my name’s sake. 18 But there shall not an hair of your head perish. 19 In your patience possess ye your souls. 20 And when ye shall see Jerusalem compassed with armies, then know that the desolation thereof is nigh. 21 Then let them which are in Judaea flee to the mountains; and let them which are in the midst of it depart out; and let not them that are in the countries enter thereinto. 22 For these be the days of vengeance, that all things which are written may be fulfilled. 23 But woe unto them that are with child, and to them that give suck, in those days! for there shall be great distress in the land, and wrath upon this people. 24 And they shall fall by the edge of the sword, and shall be led away captive into all nations: and Jerusalem shall be trodden down of the Gentiles, until the times of the Gentiles be fulfilled. 25 And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; 26 Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. 27 And then shall they see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. 28 And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh. 29 And he spake to them a parable; Behold the fig tree, and all the trees; 30 When they now shoot forth, ye see and know of your own selves that summer is now nigh at hand. 31 So likewise ye, when ye see these things come to pass, know ye that the kingdom of God is nigh at hand. 32 Verily I say unto you, This generation shall not pass away, till all be fulfilled. 33 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away. 34 And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting, and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and [so] that day come upon you unawares. 35 For as a snare shall it come on all them that dwell on the face of the whole earth. 36 Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man. 37 And in the day time he was teaching in the temple; and at night he went out, and abode in the mount that is called [the mount] of Olives. 38 And all the people came early in the morning to him in the temple, for to hear him.” ~ Luke 21:1-38

If you are a child of God you are His y’all! This verse says three things: 1. I am the good Shepherd. 2. I know My sheep. 3. I am known of mine. He knows us and we know Him, because we are His children! Just as you have a connection with your earthly children, your Heavenly Father has an even greater intimate connection with you. He knows you! He knows what you need before you need it. You can take everything to Him in prayer, He longs to have those conversations with you. He loves you so much! We are His. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“I am the good shepherd, and know my [sheep], and am known of mine.” John 10:14

They were constantly trying to tempt Jesus. Once again they tried in verse 22 asking if it was lawful to give tribute to Caesar. Jesus replied in verses 24-25, “24 Shew me a penny. Whose image and superscription hath it? They answered and said, Caesar’s. 25 And he said unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which be Caesar’s, and unto God the things which be God’s.” He had a wisdom they just could not comprehend.

My favorite verse this chapter is verse 38, “For he is not a God of the dead, but of the living: for all live unto him.” We serve a living God. We have life eternal through the blood of Jesus. I’ve seen so much sickness and physical death on my timeline this week, but those that know Jesus as their personal Savior wake in the presence of our Lord. This world is temporal. It is so hard for those of us left behind, but we serve a God of the living and we will meet again. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And it came to pass, [that] on one of those days, as he taught the people in the temple, and preached the gospel, the chief priests and the scribes came upon [him] with the elders, 2 And spake unto him, saying, Tell us, by what authority doest thou these things? or who is he that gave thee this authority? 3 And he answered and said unto them, I will also ask you one thing; and answer me: 4 The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men? 5 And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, From heaven; he will say, Why then believed ye him not? 6 But and if we say, Of men; all the people will stone us: for they be persuaded that John was a prophet. 7 And they answered, that they could not tell whence [it was]. 8 And Jesus said unto them, Neither tell I you by what authority I do these things. 9 Then began he to speak to the people this parable; A certain man planted a vineyard, and let it forth to husbandmen, and went into a far country for a long time. 10 And at the season he sent a servant to the husbandmen, that they should give him of the fruit of the vineyard: but the husbandmen beat him, and sent [him] away empty. 11 And again he sent another servant: and they beat him also, and entreated [him] shamefully, and sent [him] away empty. 12 And again he sent a third: and they wounded him also, and cast [him] out. 13 Then said the lord of the vineyard, What shall I do? I will send my beloved son: it may be they will reverence [him] when they see him. 14 But when the husbandmen saw him, they reasoned among themselves, saying, This is the heir: come, let us kill him, that the inheritance may be ours. 15 So they cast him out of the vineyard, and killed [him]. What therefore shall the lord of the vineyard do unto them? 16 He shall come and destroy these husbandmen, and shall give the vineyard to others. And when they heard [it], they said, God forbid. 17 And he beheld them, and said, What is this then that is written, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner? 18 Whosoever shall fall upon that stone shall be broken; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder. 19 And the chief priests and the scribes the same hour sought to lay hands on him; and they feared the people: for they perceived that he had spoken this parable against them. 20 And they watched [him], and sent forth spies, which should feign themselves just men, that they might take hold of his words, that so they might deliver him unto the power and authority of the governor. 21 And they asked him, saying, Master, we know that thou sayest and teachest rightly, neither acceptest thou the person [of any], but teachest the way of God truly: 22 Is it lawful for us to give tribute unto Caesar, or no? 23 But he perceived their craftiness, and said unto them, Why tempt ye me? 24 Shew me a penny. Whose image and superscription hath it? They answered and said, Caesar’s. 25 And he said unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which be Caesar’s, and unto God the things which be God’s. 26 And they could not take hold of his words before the people: and they marvelled at his answer, and held their peace. 27 Then came to [him] certain of the Sadducees, which deny that there is any resurrection; and they asked him, 28 Saying, Master, Moses wrote unto us, If any man’s brother die, having a wife, and he die without children, that his brother should take his wife, and raise up seed unto his brother. 29 There were therefore seven brethren: and the first took a wife, and died without children. 30 And the second took her to wife, and he died childless. 31 And the third took her; and in like manner the seven also: and they left no children, and died. 32 Last of all the woman died also. 33 Therefore in the resurrection whose wife of them is she? for seven had her to wife. 34 And Jesus answering said unto them, The children of this world marry, and are given in marriage: 35 But they which shall be accounted worthy to obtain that world, and the resurrection from the dead, neither marry, nor are given in marriage: 36 Neither can they die any more: for they are equal unto the angels; and are the children of God, being the children of the resurrection. 37 Now that the dead are raised, even Moses shewed at the bush, when he calleth the Lord the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. 38 For he is not a God of the dead, but of the living: for all live unto him. 39 Then certain of the scribes answering said, Master, thou hast well said. 40 And after that they durst not ask him any . 41 And he said unto them, How say they that Christ is David’s son? 42 And David himself saith in the book of Psalms, The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, 43 Till I make thine enemies thy footstool. 44 David therefore calleth him Lord, how is he then his son? 45 Then in the audience of all the people he said unto his disciples, 46 Beware of the scribes, which desire to walk in long robes, and love greetings in the markets, and the highest seats in the synagogues, and the chief rooms at feasts; 47 Which devour widows’ houses, and for a shew make long prayers: the same shall receive greater damnation.” ~ 20:1-47

I am so thankful for the voice of the Lord. He is truly a guiding Shepherd when things get complicated in this world and we are living in a very complex time. Many will be misled in the end days because they can’t discern the voices they are listening to or the deceiving spirits from which they come. It is so important during the time in which we live to lean in and listen for the guiding voice of our Father. Those who know Him, will hear and follow His voice in ALL things. He guides us in even the littlest things if you have prepared your heart to hear him. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“4 And when he putteth forth his own sheep, he goeth before them, and the sheep follow him: for they know his voice. 5 And a stranger will they not follow, but will flee from him: for they know not the voice of strangers.” ~ John 10:4-5

I love the story of Zaccaharus. He climbed up in a tree to see Jesus as passed that way. Could you imagine his surprise when Jesus told him to climb down (and in haste) that he had to abide in his home? Ohhhh and then to be told salvation had come to your home that day?! Verse 10 says it clearly, “For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.” Thank You Jesus for seeking me out and saving my soul!

This chapter also has our Savior riding on the colt. People spread their clothes in the way as the multitude of disciples rejoiced and praised God (verse 38), “Saying, Blessed [be] the King that cometh in the name of the Lord: peace in heaven, and glory in the highest.” I was touched by verse 41 when it says Jesus wept over the city because if only they the things they were seeing, but it was hid from their eyes. This touched my heart so much because even now there are so many signs to the end days, but they are hid from people’s eyes. That causes my heart to weep. Remove their veil Lord before it’s too late. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And [Jesus] entered and passed through Jericho. 2 And, behold, [there was] a man named Zacchaeus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich. 3 And he sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, because he was little of stature. 4 And he ran before, and climbed up into a sycomore tree to see him: for he was to pass that [way]. 5 And when Jesus came to the place, he looked up, and saw him, and said unto him, Zacchaeus, make haste, and come down; for to day I must abide at thy house. 6 And he made haste, and came down, and received him joyfully. 7 And when they saw [it], they all murmured, saying, That he was gone to be guest with a man that is a sinner. 8 And Zacchaeus stood, and said unto the Lord; Behold, Lord, the half of my goods I give to the poor; and if I have taken any thing from any man by false accusation, I restore [him] fourfold. 9 And Jesus said unto him, This day is salvation come to this house, forsomuch as he also is a son of Abraham. 10 For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost. 11 And as they heard these things, he added and spake a parable, because he was nigh to Jerusalem, and because they thought that the kingdom of God should immediately appear. 12 He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. 13 And he called his ten servants, and delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come. 14 But his citizens hated him, and sent a message after him, saying, We will not have this [man] to reign over us. 15 And it came to pass, that when he was returned, having received the kingdom, then he commanded these servants to be called unto him, to whom he had given the money, that he might know how much every man had gained by trading. 16 Then came the first, saying, Lord, thy pound hath gained ten pounds. 17 And he said unto him, Well, thou good servant: because thou hast been faithful in a very little, have thou authority over ten cities. 18 And the second came, saying, Lord, thy pound hath gained five pounds. 19 And he said likewise to him, Be thou also over five cities. 20 And another came, saying, Lord, behold, [here is] thy pound, which I have kept laid up in a napkin: 21 For I feared thee, because thou art an austere man: thou takest up that thou layedst not down, and reapest that thou didst not sow. 22 And he saith unto him, Out of thine own mouth will I judge thee, [thou] wicked servant. Thou knewest that I was an austere man, taking up that I laid not down, and reaping that I did not sow: 23 Wherefore then gavest not thou my money into the bank, that at my coming I might have required mine own with usury? 24 And he said unto them that stood by, Take from him the pound, and give [it] to him that hath ten pounds. 25 (And they said unto him, Lord, he hath ten pounds.) 26 For I say unto you, That unto every one which hath shall be given; and from him that hath not, even that he hath shall be taken away from him. 27 But those mine enemies, which would not that I should reign over them, bring hither, and slay [them] before me. 28 And when he had thus spoken, he went before, ascending up to Jerusalem. 29 And it came to pass, when he was come nigh to Bethphage and Bethany, at the mount called [the mount] of Olives, he sent two of his disciples, 30 Saying, Go ye into the village over against [you]; in the which at your entering ye shall find a colt tied, whereon yet never man sat: loose him, and bring [him hither]. 31 And if any man ask you, Why do ye loose [him]? thus shall ye say unto him, Because the Lord hath need of him. 32 And they that were sent went their way, and found even as he had said unto them. 33 And as they were loosing the colt, the owners thereof said unto them, Why loose ye the colt? 34 And they said, The Lord hath need of him. 35 And they brought him to Jesus: and they cast their garments upon the colt, and they set Jesus thereon. 36 And as he went, they spread their clothes in the way. 37 And when he was come nigh, even now at the descent of the mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works that they had seen; 38 Saying, Blessed [be] the King that cometh in the name of the Lord: peace in heaven, and glory in the highest. 39 And some of the Pharisees from among the multitude said unto him, Master, rebuke thy disciples. 40 And he answered and said unto them, I tell you that, if these should hold their peace, the stones would immediately cry out. 41 And when he was come near, he beheld the city, and wept over it, 42 Saying, If thou hadst known, even thou, at least in this thy day, the things [which belong] unto thy peace! but now they are hid from thine eyes. 43 For the days shall come upon thee, that thine enemies shall cast a trench about thee, and compass thee round, and keep thee in on every side, 44 And shall lay thee even with the ground, and thy children within thee; and they shall not leave in thee one stone upon another; because thou knewest not the time of thy visitation. 45 And he went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold therein, and them that bought; 46 Saying unto them, It is written, My house is the house of prayer: but ye have made it a den of thieves. 47 And he taught daily in the temple. But the chief priests and the scribes and the chief of the people sought to destroy him, 48 And could not find what they might do: for all the people were very attentive to hear him.” ~ 19:1-48

It is the truth that makes you free. Once you grasp hold of that, you are truly free indeed! It is the Holy Spirit that reveals that truth to your heart. Thank You Jesus for Your sweet Holy Spirit!!! ❤️ ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“31 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, [then] are ye my disciples indeed; 32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” ~ John 8:31-32

I love the parable this chapter opens up with. In verse 5 the judge says he will avenge the widow because she will continue to weary him until he did! Jesus goes on verses 7-8 to say how much more will God avenge His own and speedily! Friends, He hears our prayers and He catches our tears. Whatever you may be going through, leave it in His hands. Why do you doubt? He’s working it out. Those cries do not go unheard. He’s working it out!

Verse 14 just called out to me, “I tell you, this man went down to his house justified [rather] than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.” Abased means to be brought lower. As I read this, I was reminded that promotion comes from the Lord. I have been really humbled lately and I’ve felt some thinking they were in a place above and while I was beneath. I’ll just keep pressing into the Lord through it, praising Him, and trusting Him on this path.

Oh how I needed verse 27 tonight, “And he said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.” I knew this in my heart, but I needed that little reminder tonight and my Father knew this! Christmas is a wonderful time of year, it’s the birth of our Savior. It’s closeness with family. But it’s also a lot of stress and today I was feeling that stress. I just broke down and cried. I started feeling I don’t do enough, I’m not enough. The devil is a liar, that’s not even what it is about. Tears streaming. God makes a way out of no way. He provides miracles that yields testimonies. Things may look impossible for us in our strength and through our means, but with God anything is possible. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And he spake a parable unto them [to this end], that men ought always to pray, and not to faint; 2 Saying, There was in a city a judge, which feared not God, neither regarded man: 3 And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of mine adversary. 4 And he would not for a while: but afterward he said within himself, Though I fear not God, nor regard man; 5 Yet because this widow troubleth me, I will avenge her, lest by her continual coming she weary me. 6 And the Lord said, Hear what the unjust judge saith. 7 And shall not God avenge his own elect, which cry day and night unto him, though he bear long with them? 8 I tell you that he will avenge them speedily. Nevertheless when the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth? 9 And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: 10 Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican. 11 The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men [are], extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. 12 I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess. 13 And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as [his] eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner. 14 I tell you, this man went down to his house justified [rather] than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted. 15 And they brought unto him also infants, that he would touch them: but when [his] disciples saw [it], they rebuked them. 16 But Jesus called them [unto him], and said, Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God. 17 Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child shall in no wise enter therein. 18 And a certain ruler asked him, saying, Good Master, what shall I do to inherit eternal life? 19 And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? none [is] good, save one, [that is], God. 20 Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Honour thy father and thy mother. 21 And he said, All these have I kept from my youth up. 22 Now when Jesus heard these things, he said unto him, Yet lackest thou one thing: sell all that thou hast, and distribute unto the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, follow me. 23 And when he heard this, he was very sorrowful: for he was very rich. 24 And when Jesus saw that he was very sorrowful, he said, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God! 25 For it is easier for a camel to go through a needle’s eye, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God. 26 And they that heard [it] said, Who then can be saved? 27 And he said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with God. 28 Then Peter said, Lo, we have left all, and followed thee. 29 And he said unto them, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or parents, or brethren, or wife, or children, for the kingdom of God’s sake, 30 Who shall not receive manifold more in this present time, and in the world to come life everlasting. 31 Then he took [unto him] the twelve, and said unto them, Behold, we go up to Jerusalem, and all things that are written by the prophets concerning the Son of man shall be accomplished. 32 For he shall be delivered unto the Gentiles, and shall be mocked, and spitefully entreated, and spitted on: 33 And they shall scourge [him], and put him to death: and the third day he shall rise again. 34 And they understood none of these things: and this saying was hid from them, neither knew they the things which were spoken. 35 And it came to pass, that as he was come nigh unto Jericho, a certain blind man sat by the way side begging: 36 And hearing the multitude pass by, he asked what it meant. 37 And they told him, that Jesus of Nazareth passeth by. 38 And he cried, saying, Jesus, [thou] Son of David, have mercy on me. 39 And they which went before rebuked him, that he should hold his peace: but he cried so much the more, [Thou] Son of David, have mercy on me. 40 And Jesus stood, and commanded him to be brought unto him: and when he was come near, he asked him, 41 Saying, What wilt thou that I shall do unto thee? And he said, Lord, that I may receive my sight. 42 And Jesus said unto him, Receive thy sight: thy faith hath saved thee. 43 And immediately he received his sight, and followed him, glorifying God: and all the people, when they saw [it], gave praise unto God.” ~ Luke 18:1-43

I used to think there was no way the Lord could use me. I am way too imperfect. I have made so many mistakes and walked down so many wrong paths. But God. His mercy and grace have been never ending over my life. It is those imperfections that allow me to tell others of the goodness of God. If He can lift me up out of my mess and untangle my the webs of confusion and trauma in my head, He can do the same for you. I’ll take those stones people are casting and build a walkway to help others reach Jesus. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.” ~ John 8:7

People are running around with unforgiveness in their heart after just one offense and here in verses 3-4 we have Jesus telling us to forgive 7 times a day when someone repents. That is a lot of forgiveness. Then I look back on my life at the forgiveness Jesus has given me and I’m all too happy to forgive whatever has been done to me. It doesn’t mean I have to stay in that cycle, especially if it is an abusive one, but I can forgive the person and move past it. I can pray for the person and not hold hate in my heart.

Oh that precious faith! Verse 6 speaks of that mustard seed. It only takes a little faith to accomplish a lot in the Lord! My final take away from this chapter is the 10 lepers that were cleansed. Only one returned. Wow. What a great reminder. When you get what you prayed for, don’t forget to give praise and thanks to THE ONE who answered that prayer! We are over half way through Luke on out journey through Jesus’ life. I pray you are being blessed each evening! 💛 ~Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 Then said he unto the disciples, It is impossible but that offences will come: but woe [unto him], through whom they come! 2 It were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he cast into the sea, than that he should offend one of these little ones. 3 Take heed to yourselves: If thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him; and if he repent, forgive him. 4 And if he trespass against thee seven times in a day, and seven times in a day turn again to thee, saying, I repent; thou shalt forgive him. 5 And the apostles said unto the Lord, Increase our faith. 6 And the Lord said, If ye had faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye might say unto this sycamine tree, Be thou plucked up by the root, and be thou planted in the sea; and it should obey you. 7 But which of you, having a servant plowing or feeding cattle, will say unto him by and by, when he is come from the field, Go and sit down to meat? 8 And will not rather say unto him, Make ready wherewith I may sup, and gird thyself, and serve me, till I have eaten and drunken; and afterward thou shalt eat and drink? 9 Doth he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him? I trow not. 10 So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things which are commanded you, say, We are unprofitable servants: we have done that which was our duty to do. 11 And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that he passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee. 12 And as he entered into a certain village, there met him ten men that were lepers, which stood afar off: 13 And they lifted up [their] voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us. 14 And when he saw [them], he said unto them, Go shew yourselves unto the priests. And it came to pass, that, as they went, they were cleansed. 15 And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God, 16 And fell down on [his] face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan. 17 And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where [are] the nine? 18 There are not found that returned to give glory to God, save this stranger. 19 And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee whole. 20 And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, when the kingdom of God should come, he answered them and said, The kingdom of God cometh not with observation: 21 Neither shall they say, Lo here! or, lo there! for, behold, the kingdom of God is within you. 22 And he said unto the disciples, The days will come, when ye shall desire to see one of the days of the Son of man, and ye shall not see [it]. 23 And they shall say to you, See here; or, see there: go not after [them], nor follow [them]. 24 For as the lightning, that lighteneth out of the one [part] under heaven, shineth unto the other [part] under heaven; so shall also the Son of man be in his day. 25 But first must he suffer many things, and be rejected of this generation. 26 And as it was in the days of Noe, so shall it be also in the days of the Son of man. 27 They did eat, they drank, they married wives, they were given in marriage, until the day that Noe entered into the ark, and the flood came, and destroyed them all. 28 Likewise also as it was in the days of Lot; they did eat, they drank, they bought, they sold, they planted, they builded; 29 But the same day that Lot went out of Sodom it rained fire and brimstone from heaven, and destroyed [them] all. 30 Even thus shall it be in the day when the Son of man is revealed. 31 In that day, he which shall be upon the housetop, and his stuff in the house, let him not come down to take it away: and he that is in the field, let him likewise not return back. 32 Remember Lot’s wife. 33 Whosoever shall seek to save his life shall lose it; and whosoever shall lose his life shall preserve it. 34 I tell you, in that night there shall be two [men] in one bed; the one shall be taken, and the other shall be left. 35 Two [women] shall be grinding together; the one shall be taken, and the other left. 36 Two [men] shall be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left. 37 And they answered and said unto him, Where, Lord? And he said unto them, Wheresoever the body [is], thither will the eagles be gathered together.” ~ Luke 17:1-37

According to Strong’s Concordance, to judge righteous as in this verse is to judge “properly, the brand of judgment based on God’s standard.” Outwardly appearances can be deceiving, that is why the Lord weighs the heart. Seek God in what you “see” and pray in accordance to what He shows you. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.” ~ John 7:24

Verse 13 of today’s chapter is pretty clear, a person cannot serve two masters. What happens if we attempt to do this? We will love one and hate the other. These are wise words from Jesus Himself! Verse 15 also tugs at my heart. God knows our heart. What we do, what we say, He knows what place in our heart we are coming from. Man may fool other people, but they cannot fool God. He knoweth our hearts! Father give me a heart that seeks You and everything of you. Align my heart with Yours. In the name of Jesus I pray. Amen. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And he said also unto his disciples, There was a certain rich man, which had a steward; and the same was accused unto him that he had wasted his goods. 2 And he called him, and said unto him, How is it that I hear this of thee? give an account of thy stewardship; for thou mayest be no longer steward. 3 Then the steward said within himself, What shall I do? for my lord taketh away from me the stewardship: I cannot dig; to beg I am ashamed. 4 I am resolved what to do, that, when I am put out of the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses. 5 So he called every one of his lord’s debtors [unto him], and said unto the first, How much owest thou unto my lord? 6 And he said, An hundred measures of oil. And he said unto him, Take thy bill, and sit down quickly, and write fifty. 7 Then said he to another, And how much owest thou? And he said, An hundred measures of wheat. And he said unto him, Take thy bill, and write fourscore. 8 And the lord commended the unjust steward, because he had done wisely: for the children of this world are in their generation wiser than the children of light. 9 And I say unto you, Make to yourselves friends of the mammon of unrighteousness; that, when ye fail, they may receive you into everlasting habitations. 10 He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much. 11 If therefore ye have not been faithful in the unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust the true [riches]? 12 And if ye have not been faithful in that which is another man’s, who shall give you that which is your own? 13 No servant can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. 14 And the Pharisees also, who were covetous, heard all these things: and they derided him. 15 And he said unto them, Ye are they which justify yourselves before men; but God knoweth your hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God. 16 The law and the prophets [were] until John: since that time the kingdom of God is preached, and every man presseth into it. 17 And it is easier for heaven and earth to pass, than one tittle of the law to fail. 18 Whosoever putteth away his wife, and marrieth another, committeth adultery: and whosoever marrieth her that is put away from [her] husband committeth adultery. 19 There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day: 20 And there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, which was laid at his gate, full of sores, 21 And desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell from the rich man’s table: moreover the dogs came and licked his sores. 22 And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham’s bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried; 23 And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom. 24 And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame. 25 But Abraham said, Son, remember that thou in thy lifetime receivedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things: but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented. 26 And beside all this, between us and you there is a great gulf fixed: so that they which would pass from hence to you cannot; neither can they pass to us, that [would come] from thence. 27 Then he said, I pray thee therefore, father, that thou wouldest send him to my father’s house: 28 For I have five brethren; that he may testify unto them, lest they also come into this place of torment. 29 Abraham saith unto him, They have Moses and the prophets; let them hear them. 30 And he said, Nay, father Abraham: but if one went unto them from the dead, they will repent. 31 And he said unto him, If they hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead.” ~ Luke 16:1-31

There is power in prayer and power when we join together in prayer! This morning’s nourishment reminds us when we gather in His name, He is in the midst of us. Joining together in prayer over a matter is HUGE! Jesus says when we agree together on earth His Father in heaven will do it!! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“19 Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. 20 For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” ~ Matthew 18:19-20

Here we find Jesus giving the parable of the lost sheep and the Shepard leaving the 99 to rescue the one. I am so thankful to be that one sheep my Shepherd rescued! Verse 10 tells us there is even joy among the angels when a soul repents! This chapter also gives us the story of the prodigal son. It reminds me it’s never too late to come back to God! You can’t outrun Him or His mercy. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 Then drew near unto him all the publicans and sinners for to hear him. 2 And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them. 3 And he spake this parable unto them, saying, 4 What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it? 5 And when he hath found [it], he layeth [it] on his shoulders, rejoicing. 6 And when he cometh home, he calleth together [his] friends and neighbours, saying unto them, Rejoice with me; for I have found my sheep which was lost. 7 I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance. 8 Either what woman having ten pieces of silver, if she lose one piece, doth not light a candle, and sweep the house, and seek diligently till she find [it]? 9 And when she hath found [it], she calleth [her] friends and [her] neighbours together, saying, Rejoice with me; for I have found the piece which I had lost. 10 Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth. 11 And he said, A certain man had two sons: 12 And the younger of them said to [his] father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth [to me]. And he divided unto them [his] living. 13 And not many days after the younger son gathered all together, and took his journey into a far country, and there wasted his substance with riotous living. 14 And when he had spent all, there arose a mighty famine in that land; and he began to be in want. 15 And he went and joined himself to a citizen of that country; and he sent him into his fields to feed swine. 16 And he would fain have filled his belly with the husks that the swine did eat: and no man gave unto him. 17 And when he came to himself, he said, How many hired servants of my father’s have bread enough and to spare, and I perish with hunger! 18 I will arise and go to my father, and will say unto him, Father, I have sinned against heaven, and before thee, 19 And am no more worthy to be called thy son: make me as one of thy hired servants. 20 And he arose, and came to his father. But when he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him. 21 And the son said unto him, Father, I have sinned against heaven, and in thy sight, and am no more worthy to be called thy son. 22 But the father said to his servants, Bring forth the best robe, and put [it] on him; and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on [his] feet: 23 And bring hither the fatted calf, and kill [it]; and let us eat, and be merry: 24 For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found. And they began to be merry. 25 Now his elder son was in the field: and as he came and drew nigh to the house, he heard musick and dancing. 26 And he called one of the servants, and asked what these things meant. 27 And he said unto him, Thy brother is come; and thy father hath killed the fatted calf, because he hath received him safe and sound. 28 And he was angry, and would not go in: therefore came his father out, and intreated him. 29 And he answering said to [his] father, Lo, these many years do I serve thee, neither transgressed I at any time thy commandment: and yet thou never gavest me a kid, that I might make merry with my friends: 30 But as soon as this thy son was come, which hath devoured thy living with harlots, thou hast killed for him the fatted calf. 31 And he said unto him, Son, thou art ever with me, and all that I have is thine. 32 It was meet that we should make merry, and be glad: for this thy brother was dead, and is alive again; and was lost, and is found.” ~ Luke 15:1-32

This is powerful y’all! There are somethings you just need to bind up, like confusion and other things you need to loose like a sound mind. Too little of God’s people do not understand the power behind the authority given in this! 💛 ~

“Verily I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever ye shall loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” ~ Luke 18:18

Every time I read these chapters, I a continue to be amazed at the lawyers and Pharisees that take exception when Jesus does things like healing on sabbath day. He is healing someone, their hearts prevent them from seeing the good in that. Even if it is something they themselves would do, they are quick to point fingers until Jesus breaks it down in a way that prevents them from speaking yet it still kindles their anger. Verse 11 reminds us to remain humble, that is a contrast from the lawyers and Pharisees Jesus was speaking to at the time. I’ve been giving a lot into verse 27, not just today but over the last several weeks. Following after Christ, that has become my focus. Walking after Him and fulfilling the calling He has in my life is the most important thing. Time is fleeting and there is Kingdom work to be done! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And it came to pass, as he went into the house of one of the chief Pharisees to eat bread on the sabbath day, that they watched him. 2 And, behold, there was a certain man before him which had the dropsy. 3 And Jesus answering spake unto the lawyers and Pharisees, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath day? 4 And they held their peace. And he took [him], and healed him, and let him go; 5 And answered them, saying, Which of you shall have an ass or an ox fallen into a pit, and will not straightway pull him out on the sabbath day? 6 And they could not answer him again to these things. 7 And he put forth a parable to those which were bidden, when he marked how they chose out the chief rooms; saying unto them, 8 When thou art bidden of any [man] to a wedding, sit not down in the highest room; lest a more honourable man than thou be bidden of him; 9 And he that bade thee and him come and say to thee, Give this man place; and thou begin with shame to take the lowest room. 10 But when thou art bidden, go and sit down in the lowest room; that when he that bade thee cometh, he may say unto thee, Friend, go up higher: then shalt thou have worship in the presence of them that sit at meat with thee. 11 For whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted. 12 Then said he also to him that bade him, When thou makest a dinner or a supper, call not thy friends, nor thy brethren, neither thy kinsmen, nor [thy] rich neighbours; lest they also bid thee again, and a recompence be made thee. 13 But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind: 14 And thou shalt be blessed; for they cannot recompense thee: for thou shalt be recompensed at the resurrection of the just. 15 And when one of them that sat at meat with him heard these things, he said unto him, Blessed [is] he that shall eat bread in the kingdom of God. 16 Then said he unto him, A certain man made a great supper, and bade many: 17 And sent his servant at supper time to say to them that were bidden, Come; for all things are now ready. 18 And they all with one [consent] began to make excuse. The first said unto him, I have bought a piece of ground, and I must needs go and see it: I pray thee have me excused. 19 And another said, I have bought five yoke of oxen, and I go to prove them: I pray thee have me excused. 20 And another said, I have married a wife, and therefore I cannot come. 21 So that servant came, and shewed his lord these things. Then the master of the house being angry said to his servant, Go out quickly into the streets and lanes of the city, and bring in hither the poor, and the maimed, and the halt, and the blind. 22 And the servant said, Lord, it is done as thou hast commanded, and yet there is room. 23 And the lord said unto the servant, Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel [them] to come in, that my house may be filled. 24 For I say unto you, That none of those men which were bidden shall taste of my supper. 25 And there went great multitudes with him: and he turned, and said unto them, 26 If any [man] come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple. 27 And whosoever doth not bear his cross, and come after me, cannot be my disciple. 28 For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have [sufficient] to finish [it]? 29 Lest haply, after he hath laid the foundation, and is not able to finish [it], all that behold [it] begin to mock him, 30 Saying, This man began to build, and was not able to finish. 31 Or what king, going to make war against another king, sitteth not down first, and consulteth whether he be able with ten thousand to meet him that cometh against him with twenty thousand? 32 Or else, while the other is yet a great way off, he sendeth an ambassage, and desireth conditions of peace. 33 So likewise, whosoever he be of you that forsaketh not all that he hath, he cannot be my disciple. 34 Salt [is] good: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be seasoned? 35 It is neither fit for the land, nor yet for the dunghill; [but] men cast it out. He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.” ~ Luke 14:1-35

I have been that one sheep that THE Shepherd would not allow to perish. He has been so patient with this daughter of His and I am forever grateful. I have a heart full of praise this morning that every time I went astray He pulled me back in. His grace covered me. I am forever His and now I long to walk out the path He has for me the rest of my days. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“13 And if so be that he find it, verily I say unto you, he rejoiceth more of that [sheep], than of the ninety and nine which went not astray. 14 Even so it is not the will of your Father which is in heaven, that one of these little ones should perish.” ~ Matthew 18:13-14

When the Lord repeats Himself take noice, it’s important. Twice in the beginning of chapter 13 Jesus says, “I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall likewise perish. (Verses 3 and 5)” That’s pretty serious and it still carries true today. We never know when we will draw our last breath. We know not when the Lord will return. He has given a chance to repent now before our time comes. Now, before death.

Verse 12 just really called out at me. “Woman, thou art loosed from thunder infirmity.” Woman you are loosed from that thing that is binding you and holding you back, woman the BLOOD of Jesus has set you free. I just felt that deep in my spirit this evening as I read this. Woman, you have been set free! That was my biggest word tonight from this chapter, it just blessed me so much and I pray it blessed someone else reading it too! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 There were present at that season some that told him of the Galilaeans, whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. 2 And Jesus answering said unto them, Suppose ye that these Galilaeans were sinners above all the Galilaeans, because they suffered such things? 3 I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish. 4 Or those eighteen, upon whom the tower in Siloam fell, and slew them, think ye that they were sinners above all men that dwelt in Jerusalem? 5 I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish. 6 He spake also this parable; A certain [man] had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon, and found none. 7 Then said he unto the dresser of his vineyard, Behold, these three years I come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and find none: cut it down; why cumbereth it the ground? 8 And he answering said unto him, Lord, let it alone this year also, till I shall dig about it, and dung [it]: 9 And if it bear fruit, [well]: and if not, [then] after that thou shalt cut it down. 10 And he was teaching in one of the synagogues on the sabbath. 11 And, behold, there was a woman which had a spirit of infirmity eighteen years, and was bowed together, and could in no wise lift up [herself]. 12 And when Jesus saw her, he called [her to him], and said unto her, Woman, thou art loosed from thine infirmity. 13 And he laid [his] hands on her: and immediately she was made straight, and glorified God. 14 And the ruler of the synagogue answered with indignation, because that Jesus had healed on the sabbath day, and said unto the people, There are six days in which men ought to work: in them therefore come and be healed, and not on the sabbath day. 15 The Lord then answered him, and said, [Thou] hypocrite, doth not each one of you on the sabbath loose his ox or [his] ass from the stall, and lead [him] away to watering? 16 And ought not this woman, being a daughter of Abraham, whom Satan hath bound, lo, these eighteen years, be loosed from this bond on the sabbath day? 17 And when he had said these things, all his adversaries were ashamed: and all the people rejoiced for all the glorious things that were done by him. 18 Then said he, Unto what is the kingdom of God like? and whereunto shall I resemble it? 19 It is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and cast into his garden; and it grew, and waxed a great tree; and the fowls of the air lodged in the branches of it. 20 And again he said, Whereunto shall I liken the kingdom of God? 21 It is like leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened. 22 And he went through the cities and villages, teaching, and journeying toward Jerusalem. 23 Then said one unto him, Lord, are there few that be saved? And he said unto them, 24 Strive to enter in at the strait gate: for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able. 25 When once the master of the house is risen up, and hath shut to the door, and ye begin to stand without, and to knock at the door, saying, Lord, Lord, open unto us; and he shall answer and say unto you, I know you not whence ye are: 26 Then shall ye begin to say, We have eaten and drunk in thy presence, and thou hast taught in our streets. 27 But he shall say, I tell you, I know you not whence ye are; depart from me, all [ye] workers of iniquity. 28 There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth, when ye shall see Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, and all the prophets, in the kingdom of God, and you [yourselves] thrust out. 29 And they shall come from the east, and [from] the west, and from the north, and [from] the south, and shall sit down in the kingdom of God. 30 And, behold, there are last which shall be first, and there are first which shall be last. 31 The same day there came certain of the Pharisees, saying unto him, Get thee out, and depart hence: for Herod will kill thee. 32 And he said unto them, Go ye, and tell that fox, Behold, I cast out devils, and I do cures to day and to morrow, and the third [day] I shall be perfected. 33 Nevertheless I must walk to day, and to morrow, and the [day] following: for it cannot be that a prophet perish out of Jerusalem. 34 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, which killest the prophets, and stonest them that are sent unto thee; how often would I have gathered thy children together, as a hen [doth gather] her brood under [her] wings, and ye would not! 35 Behold, your house is left unto you desolate: and verily I say unto you, Ye shall not see me, until [the time] come when ye shall say, Blessed [is] he that cometh in the name of the Lord.” ~ Luke 13:1-35

I received my prayer language through prayer and fasting. There have been other things that the Lord has told be would specifically come through prayer and fasting. Is there something you need a breakthrough over? Seek the Lord over and pray on this verse. There is power and intimacy with God through prayer and fasting that I cannot even put into words and when it is ordained by God the Holy Spirit will just pour out over you in a way that is so very special. Breakthrough will most certainly come! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.” ~ Matthew 17:21

This entire book of Luke just has so much to glean from y’all! Chapter 12 starts from the beginning with verses 2-3. When the Lord repeats things, take note because it’s important. Jesus is talking more about darkness and light, “2 For there is nothing covered, that shall not be revealed; neither hid, that shall not be known. 3 Therefore whatsoever ye have spoken in darkness shall be heard in the light; and that which ye have spoken in the ear in closets shall be proclaimed upon the housetops.” Those things people think they are whispering about you, God hears it. Those people who think they are slyly doing the wrong thing, but you have perceived it in your spirit. It’s all going to come into the light. Keep pressing, keep doing right.

Another one of my favorite verses is verse 7. The very hairs on our head are number y’all! Jesus knows them every single one. The ones we lose and grow back, yep He knows them too. He knows ALL of the hairs on our head! This verse also says He values us more than the sparrows. Verse 12 is one He brought to me just today in prayer!!!! The Holy Ghost will teach us what to say, the Holy Ghost y’all. Wow! That is the teacher of all teachers!!!

He tells me so often, daughter why do you worry so?! Verses 22-31 tells us God knows of the things we need before we even ask. The ravens don’t worry about what to eat, the lilies are beautifully clothed, and neither should we! Life is more than meat and what to wear, our focus should not be worrying on these things. Seek God and these things will be added! Verse 34 says a lot, “For where your treasure is there will your heart be also?” I can’t say enough how important those heart checks are! I’ll end with verse 40, “Be ye therefore ready also: for the Son of man cometh at an hour when ye think not.” You never know when Jesus is coming back. You also never know when you will take your last breath. Are you ready? ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 In the mean time, when there were gathered together an innumerable multitude of people, insomuch that they trode one upon another, he began to say unto his disciples first of all, Beware ye of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy. 2 For there is nothing covered, that shall not be revealed; neither hid, that shall not be known. 3 Therefore whatsoever ye have spoken in darkness shall be heard in the light; and that which ye have spoken in the ear in closets shall be proclaimed upon the housetops. 4 And I say unto you my friends, Be not afraid of them that kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do. 5 But I will forewarn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him. 6 Are not five sparrows sold for two farthings, and not one of them is forgotten before God? 7 But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows. 8 Also I say unto you, Whosoever shall confess me before men, him shall the Son of man also confess before the angels of God: 9 But he that denieth me before men shall be denied before the angels of God. 10 And whosoever shall speak a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him: but unto him that blasphemeth against the Holy Ghost it shall not be forgiven. 11 And when they bring you unto the synagogues, and [unto] magistrates, and powers, take ye no thought how or what thing ye shall answer, or what ye shall say: 12 For the Holy Ghost shall teach you in the same hour what ye ought to say. 13 And one of the company said unto him, Master, speak to my brother, that he divide the inheritance with me. 14 And he said unto him, Man, who made me a judge or a divider over you? 15 And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth. 16 And he spake a parable unto them, saying, The ground of a certain rich man brought forth plentifully: 17 And he thought within himself, saying, What shall I do, because I have no room where to bestow my fruits? 18 And he said, This will I do: I will pull down my barns, and build greater; and there will I bestow all my fruits and my goods. 19 And I will say to my soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years; take thine ease, eat, drink, [and] be merry. 20 But God said unto him, [Thou] fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided? 21 So [is] he that layeth up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God. 22 And he said unto his disciples, Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat; neither for the body, what ye shall put on. 23 The life is more than meat, and the body [is more] than raiment. 24 Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls? 25 And which of you with taking thought can add to his stature one cubit? 26 If ye then be not able to do that thing which is least, why take ye thought for the rest? 27 Consider the lilies how they grow: they toil not, they spin not; and yet I say unto you, that Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. 28 If then God so clothe the grass, which is to day in the field, and to morrow is cast into the oven; how much more [will he clothe] you, O ye of little faith? 29 And seek not ye what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink, neither be ye of doubtful mind. 30 For all these things do the nations of the world seek after: and your Father knoweth that ye have need of these things. 31 But rather seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you. 32 Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. 33 Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief approacheth, neither moth corrupteth. 34 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. 35 Let your loins be girded about, and [your] lights burning; 36 And ye yourselves like unto men that wait for their lord, when he will return from the wedding; that when he cometh and knocketh, they may open unto him immediately. 37 Blessed [are] those servants, whom the lord when he cometh shall find watching: verily I say unto you, that he shall gird himself, and make them to sit down to meat, and will come forth and serve them. 38 And if he shall come in the second watch, or come in the third watch, and find [them] so, blessed are those servants. 39 And this know, that if the goodman of the house had known what hour the thief would come, he would have watched, and not have suffered his house to be broken through. 40 Be ye therefore ready also: for the Son of man cometh at an hour when ye think not. 41 Then Peter said unto him, Lord, speakest thou this parable unto us, or even to all? 42 And the Lord said, Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom [his] lord shall make ruler over his household, to give [them their] portion of meat in due season? 43 Blessed [is] that servant, whom his lord when he cometh shall find so doing. 44 Of a truth I say unto you, that he will make him ruler over all that he hath. 45 But and if that servant say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming; and shall begin to beat the menservants and maidens, and to eat and drink, and to be drunken; 46 The lord of that servant will come in a day when he looketh not for [him], and at an hour when he is not aware, and will cut him in sunder, and will appoint him his portion with the unbelievers. 47 And that servant, which knew his lord’s will, and prepared not [himself], neither did according to his will, shall be beaten with many [stripes]. 48 But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few [stripes]. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more. 49 I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I, if it be already kindled? 50 But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it be accomplished! 51 Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division: 52 For from henceforth there shall be five in one house divided, three against two, and two against three. 53 The father shall be divided against the son, and the son against the father; the mother against the daughter, and the daughter against the mother; the mother in law against her daughter in law, and the daughter in law against her mother in law. 54 And he said also to the people, When ye see a cloud rise out of the west, straightway ye say, There cometh a shower; and so it is. 55 And when [ye see] the south wind blow, ye say, There will be heat; and it cometh to pass. 56 [Ye] hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky and of the earth; but how is it that ye do not discern this time? 57 Yea, and why even of yourselves judge ye not what is right? 58 When thou goest with thine adversary to the magistrate, [as thou art] in the way, give diligence that thou mayest be delivered from him; lest he hale thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and the officer cast thee into prison. 59 I tell thee, thou shalt not depart thence, till thou hast paid the very last mite.” ~ Luke 12:1-59

I wonder how much unbelief keeps us from receiving what we ask for? God’s Word says if you have faith the grain of a mustard seed we can move a mountain. Lord, I want that mountain moving faith! Heal any unbelief within me in Jesus name! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.” ~ Matthew 17:20

This chapter starts with Jesus teaching us how to pray and my biggest take away from it is that He prays for the Lord’s will to be done. I think often we pray amiss and this is an important reminder to pray in accordance to the will of God. When I read verses 9-10: ask, seek, knock, and it shall be opened, I think about wisdom and the gifts Lord has for us. Those are the things I am seeking with a whole heart at this stage in my life.

One of my favorite verses is verse 13. Parents want the best for their children, how much more does our Heavenly Father want the best for His children? When our will aligns with His will, He delights to give us our hearts desires. This chapter also speaks about light in several verses. Once again, a light is not meant to be hidden (verse 33). Light and darkness can’t dwell together, one drives out the other. When you have Jesus in your heart and your filled with the Holy Spirit, His light naturally radiates out from you. You just glow differently. What kind of light are you putting off? 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And it came to pass, that, as he was praying in a certain place, when he ceased, one of his disciples said unto him, Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples. 2 And he said unto them, When ye pray, say, Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, as in heaven, so in earth. 3 Give us day by day our daily bread. 4 And forgive us our sins; for we also forgive every one that is indebted to us. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. 5 And he said unto them, Which of you shall have a friend, and shall go unto him at midnight, and say unto him, Friend, lend me three loaves; 6 For a friend of mine in his journey is come to me, and I have nothing to set before him? 7 And he from within shall answer and say, Trouble me not: the door is now shut, and my children are with me in bed; I cannot rise and give thee. 8 I say unto you, Though he will not rise and give him, because he is his friend, yet because of his importunity he will rise and give him as many as he needeth. 9 And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you. 10 For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened. 11 If a son shall ask bread of any of you that is a father, will he give him a stone? or if [he ask] a fish, will he for a fish give him a serpent? 12 Or if he shall ask an egg, will he offer him a scorpion? 13 If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children: how much more shall [your] heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him? 14 And he was casting out a devil, and it was dumb. And it came to pass, when the devil was gone out, the dumb spake; and the people wondered. 15 But some of them said, He casteth out devils through Beelzebub the chief of the devils. 16 And others, tempting [him], sought of him a sign from heaven. 17 But he, knowing their thoughts, said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and a house [divided] against a house falleth. 18 If Satan also be divided against himself, how shall his kingdom stand? because ye say that I cast out devils through Beelzebub. 19 And if I by Beelzebub cast out devils, by whom do your sons cast [them] out? therefore shall they be your judges. 20 But if I with the finger of God cast out devils, no doubt the kingdom of God is come upon you. 21 When a strong man armed keepeth his palace, his goods are in peace: 22 But when a stronger than he shall come upon him, and overcome him, he taketh from him all his armour wherein he trusted, and divideth his spoils. 23 He that is not with me is against me: and he that gathereth not with me scattereth. 24 When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest; and finding none, he saith, I will return unto my house whence I came out. 25 And when he cometh, he findeth [it] swept and garnished. 26 Then goeth he, and taketh [to him] seven other spirits more wicked than himself; and they enter in, and dwell there: and the last [state] of that man is worse than the first. 27 And it came to pass, as he spake these things, a certain woman of the company lifted up her voice, and said unto him, Blessed [is] the womb that bare thee, and the paps which thou hast sucked. 28 But he said, Yea rather, blessed [are] they that hear the word of God, and keep it. 29 And when the people were gathered thick together, he began to say, This is an evil generation: they seek a sign; and there shall no sign be given it, but the sign of Jonas the prophet. 30 For as Jonas was a sign unto the Ninevites, so shall also the Son of man be to this generation. 31 The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with the men of this generation, and condemn them: for she came from the utmost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon [is] here. 32 The men of Nineve shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: for they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and, behold, a greater than Jonas [is] here. 33 No man, when he hath lighted a candle, putteth [it] in a secret place, neither under a bushel, but on a candlestick, that they which come in may see the light. 34 The light of the body is the eye: therefore when thine eye is single, thy whole body also is full of light; but when [thine eye] is evil, thy body also [is] full of darkness. 35 Take heed therefore that the light which is in thee be not darkness. 36 If thy whole body therefore [be] full of light, having no part dark, the whole shall be full of light, as when the bright shining of a candle doth give thee light. 37 And as he spake, a certain Pharisee besought him to dine with him: and he went in, and sat down to meat. 38 And when the Pharisee saw [it], he marvelled that he had not first washed before dinner. 39 And the Lord said unto him, Now do ye Pharisees make clean the outside of the cup and the platter; but your inward part is full of ravening and wickedness. 40 [Ye] fools, did not he that made that which is without make that which is within also? 41 But rather give alms of such things as ye have; and, behold, all things are clean unto you. 42 But woe unto you, Pharisees! for ye tithe mint and rue and all manner of herbs, and pass over judgment and the love of God: these ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone. 43 Woe unto you, Pharisees! for ye love the uppermost seats in the synagogues, and greetings in the markets. 44 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are as graves which appear not, and the men that walk over [them] are not aware [of them]. 45 Then answered one of the lawyers, and said unto him, Master, thus saying thou reproachest us also. 46 And he said, Woe unto you also, [ye] lawyers! for ye lade men with burdens grievous to be borne, and ye yourselves touch not the burdens with one of your fingers. 47 Woe unto you! for ye build the sepulchres of the prophets, and your fathers killed them. 48 Truly ye bear witness that ye allow the deeds of your fathers: for they indeed killed them, and ye build their sepulchres. 49 Therefore also said the wisdom of God, I will send them prophets and apostles, and [some] of them they shall slay and persecute: 50 That the blood of all the prophets, which was shed from the foundation of the world, may be required of this generation; 51 From the blood of Abel unto the blood of Zacharias, which perished between the altar and the temple: verily I say unto you, It shall be required of this generation. 52 Woe unto you, lawyers! for ye have taken away the key of knowledge: ye entered not in yourselves, and them that were entering in ye hindered. 53 And as he said these things unto them, the scribes and the Pharisees began to urge [him] vehemently, and to provoke him to speak of many things: 54 Laying wait for him, and seeking to catch something out of his mouth, that they might accuse him.” ~ Luke 11:1-54

It doesn’t matter if you have have everything in the world, without Jesus it is all worthless. When you die none of that stuff carries over with you. Do a heart check today of what is important. Having things in order with your heavenly Father needs to be top priority because in the end that is all that will really matter. ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?” ~ Matthew 16:26

I love this chapter, it is packed full of some of my favorites. Verses 2-3 mirror where we are today. The harvest is great, but we do not have enough people to bring it in. But oh how the Lord is working and rival is sweeping through in places it never has before, we need to continue to pray for laborers!

Verse 16 says that those who hear you, hear Him and those who despise you despise Him. Have you ever had someone dislike you for no apparent reason? There is a very good chance your spirit is in conflict with theirs. Their spirit doesn’t like the Jesus in you and they may not even realize it! We have all authority, all power over the enemy. The Word says not to rejoice in this or but that your name is written in the book of life! The devil was once an Angel of light who wanted to be greater than God. Don’t glory in the power you’ve been given over the enemy, be thankful the blood of Jesus gave you the authority to build for His Kingdom and rejoice that your name is forever written in heaven!

Finally, one of my favorite stories Mary and Martha. I tend to be Martha rushing to get things done. Not long ago, the Lord told me to be like Mary and sit and spend the day with Him. You mean do nothing?! That’s right, spend the day in His presence. I got more done that day in His presence than a day of rushing around worrying about! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 Forasmuch as many have taken in hand to set forth in order a declaration of those things which are most surely believed among us, 2 Even as they delivered them unto us, which from the beginning were eyewitnesses, and ministers of the word; 3 It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus, 4 That thou mightest know the certainty of those things, wherein thou hast been instructed. 5 There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judaea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abia: and his wife [was] of the daughters of Aaron, and her name [was] Elisabeth. 6 And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless. 7 And they had no child, because that Elisabeth was barren, and they both were [now] well stricken in years. 8 And it came to pass, that while he executed the priest’s office before God in the order of his course, 9 According to the custom of the priest’s office, his lot was to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord. 10 And the whole multitude of the people were praying without at the time of incense. 11 And there appeared unto him an angel of the Lord standing on the right side of the altar of incense. 12 And when Zacharias saw [him], he was troubled, and fear fell upon him. 13 But the angel said unto him, Fear not, Zacharias: for thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elisabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John. 14 And thou shalt have joy and gladness; and many shall rejoice at his birth. 15 For he shall be great in the sight of the Lord, and shall drink neither wine nor strong drink; and he shall be filled with the Holy Ghost, even from his mother’s womb. 16 And many of the children of Israel shall he turn to the Lord their God. 17 And he shall go before him in the spirit and power of Elias, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just; to make ready a people prepared for the Lord. 18 And Zacharias said unto the angel, Whereby shall I know this? for I am an old man, and my wife well stricken in years. 19 And the angel answering said unto him, I am Gabriel, that stand in the presence of God; and am sent to speak unto thee, and to shew thee these glad tidings. 20 And, behold, thou shalt be dumb, and not able to speak, until the day that these things shall be performed, because thou believest not my words, which shall be fulfilled in their season. 21 And the people waited for Zacharias, and marvelled that he tarried so long in the temple. 22 And when he came out, he could not speak unto them: and they perceived that he had seen a vision in the temple: for he beckoned unto them, and remained speechless. 23 And it came to pass, that, as soon as the days of his ministration were accomplished, he departed to his own house. 24 And after those days his wife Elisabeth conceived, and hid herself five months, saying, 25 Thus hath the Lord dealt with me in the days wherein he looked on [me], to take away my reproach among men. 26 And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name [was] Mary. 28 And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, [thou that art] highly favoured, the Lord [is] with thee: blessed [art] thou among women. 29 And when she saw [him], she was troubled at his saying, and cast in her mind what manner of salutation this should be. 30 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. 31 And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS. 32 He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David: 33 And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end. 34 Then said Mary unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not a man? 35 And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. 36 And, behold, thy cousin Elisabeth, she hath also conceived a son in her old age: and this is the sixth month with her, who was called barren. 37 For with God nothing shall be impossible. 38 And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her. 39 And Mary arose in those days, and went into the hill country with haste, into a city of Juda; 40 And entered into the house of Zacharias, and saluted Elisabeth. 41 And it came to pass, that, when Elisabeth heard the salutation of Mary, the babe leaped in her womb; and Elisabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost: 42 And she spake out with a loud voice, and said, Blessed [art] thou among women, and blessed [is] the fruit of thy womb. 43 And whence [is] this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? 44 For, lo, as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in mine ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy. 45 And blessed [is] she that believed: for there shall be a performance of those things which were told her from the Lord. 46 And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, 47 And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. 48 For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. 49 For he that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy [is] his name. 50 And his mercy [is] on them that fear him from generation to generation. 51 He hath shewed strength with his arm; he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. 52 He hath put down the mighty from [their] seats, and exalted them of low degree. 53 He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich he hath sent empty away. 54 He hath holpen his servant Israel, in remembrance of [his] mercy; 55 As he spake to our fathers, to Abraham, and to his seed for ever. 56 And Mary abode with her about three months, and returned to her own house. 57 Now Elisabeth’s full time came that she should be delivered; and she brought forth a son. 58 And her neighbours and her cousins heard how the Lord had shewed great mercy upon her; and they rejoiced with her. 59 And it came to pass, that on the eighth day they came to circumcise the child; and they called him Zacharias, after the name of his father. 60 And his mother answered and said, Not [so]; but he shall be called John. 61 And they said unto her, There is none of thy kindred that is called by this name. 62 And they made signs to his father, how he would have him called. 63 And he asked for a writing table, and wrote, saying, His name is John. And they marvelled all. 64 And his mouth was opened immediately, and his tongue [loosed], and he spake, and praised God. 65 And fear came on all that dwelt round about them: and all these sayings were noised abroad throughout all the hill country of Judaea. 66 And all they that heard [them] laid [them] up in their hearts, saying, What manner of child shall this be! And the hand of the Lord was with him. 67 And his father Zacharias was filled with the Holy Ghost, and prophesied, saying, 68 Blessed [be] the Lord God of Israel; for he hath visited and redeemed his people, 69 And hath raised up an horn of salvation for us in the house of his servant David; 70 As he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets, which have been since the world began: 71 That we should be saved from our enemies, and from the hand of all that hate us; 72 To perform the mercy [promised] to our fathers, and to remember his holy covenant; 73 The oath which he sware to our father Abraham, 74 That he would grant unto us, that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies might serve him without fear, 75 In holiness and righteousness before him, all the days of our life. 76 And thou, child, shalt be called the prophet of the Highest: for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord to prepare his ways; 77 To give knowledge of salvation unto his people by the remission of their sins, 78 Through the tender mercy of our God; whereby the dayspring from on high hath visited us, 79 To give light to them that sit in darkness and [in] the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace. 80 And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his shewing unto Israel.” ~ Luke 10:1-80

I learn the importance of this verse more and more as I press in to my destiny. I am also learning more and more to take up my cross daily and fix my eyes on Jesus. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any [man] will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 25 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.” ~ Matthew 16:24-25

I see a lot of fighting on FB over views on the Bible. It’s not up for debate when it comes to me. I will share my beliefs, but I’m not going to debate them. Verse 5 in today’s chapter tells us whosever doesn’t receive you, shake the dust from your feet and keep going for a testimony against them. Don’t damage your own testimony by engaging in a ridiculous angry display. You can win more battles in prayer than arguing with a mind and heart that are closed. Plant the seed and move on.

We also have the miracle of feeding the multitude with five loaves of bread and two fishes in this chapter. Our Savior can take that little bit and make it more than enough! Another one of my favorite passages are verses 23-24. Truly following Jesus requires taking up His cross DAILY. I’m learning the deny self part in this journey to my destiny. In verse 35, I can only imagine the glory present when the voice of God came through the cloud saying “This is my beloved Son: hear him.” Can you imagine?!

I’ll end tonight with verse 56, “For the Son of man is not come to destroy men’s lives, but to save [them]. And they went to another village.” Let that sink in for a minute. So many people tearing each other down right now, that’s not what Jesus is about. We need to let His love shine through us. We don’t have to agree and we certainly need to speak out for what is right, but we need to do it in love. We have to do it out of a place of love. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 Then he called his twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases. 2 And he sent them to preach the kingdom of God, and to heal the sick. 3 And he said unto them, Take nothing for [your] journey, neither staves, nor scrip, neither bread, neither money; neither have two coats apiece. 4 And whatsoever house ye enter into, there abide, and thence depart. 5 And whosoever will not receive you, when ye go out of that city, shake off the very dust from your feet for a testimony against them. 6 And they departed, and went through the towns, preaching the gospel, and healing every where. 7 Now Herod the tetrarch heard of all that was done by him: and he was perplexed, because that it was said of some, that John was risen from the dead; 8 And of some, that Elias had appeared; and of others, that one of the old prophets was risen again. 9 And Herod said, John have I beheaded: but who is this, of whom I hear such things? And he desired to see him. 10 And the apostles, when they were returned, told him all that they had done. And he took them, and went aside privately into a desert place belonging to the city called Bethsaida. 11 And the people, when they knew [it], followed him: and he received them, and spake unto them of the kingdom of God, and healed them that had need of healing. 12 And when the day began to wear away, then came the twelve, and said unto him, Send the multitude away, that they may go into the towns and country round about, and lodge, and get victuals: for we are here in a desert place. 13 But he said unto them, Give ye them to eat. And they said, We have no more but five loaves and two fishes; except we should go and buy meat for all this people. 14 For they were about five thousand men. And he said to his disciples, Make them sit down by fifties in a company. 15 And they did so, and made them all sit down. 16 Then he took the five loaves and the two fishes, and looking up to heaven, he blessed them, and brake, and gave to the disciples to set before the multitude. 17 And they did eat, and were all filled: and there was taken up of fragments that remained to them twelve baskets. 18 And it came to pass, as he was alone praying, his disciples were with him: and he asked them, saying, Whom say the people that I am? 19 They answering said, John the Baptist; but some [say], Elias; and others [say], that one of the old prophets is risen again. 20 He said unto them, But whom say ye that I am? Peter answering said, The Christ of God. 21 And he straitly charged them, and commanded [them] to tell no man that thing; 22 Saying, The Son of man must suffer many things, and be rejected of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be slain, and be raised the third day. 23 And he said to [them] all, If any [man] will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. 24 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it. 25 For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away? 26 For whosoever shall be ashamed of me and of my words, of him shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he shall come in his own glory, and [in his] Father’s, and of the holy angels. 27 But I tell you of a truth, there be some standing here, which shall not taste of death, till they see the kingdom of God. 28 And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray. 29 And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was altered, and his raiment [was] white [and] glistering. 30 And, behold, there talked with him two men, which were Moses and Elias: 31 Who appeared in glory, and spake of his decease which he should accomplish at Jerusalem. 32 But Peter and they that were with him were heavy with sleep: and when they were awake, they saw his glory, and the two men that stood with him. 33 And it came to pass, as they departed from him, Peter said unto Jesus, Master, it is good for us to be here: and let us make three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias: not knowing what he said. 34 While he thus spake, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them: and they feared as they entered into the cloud. 35 And there came a voice out of the cloud, saying, This is my beloved Son: hear him. 36 And when the voice was past, Jesus was found alone. And they kept [it] close, and told no man in those days any of those things which they had seen. 37 And it came to pass, that on the next day, when they were come down from the hill, much people met him. 38 And, behold, a man of the company cried out, saying, Master, I beseech thee, look upon my son: for he is mine only child. 39 And, lo, a spirit taketh him, and he suddenly crieth out; and it teareth him that he foameth again, and bruising him hardly departeth from him. 40 And I besought thy disciples to cast him out; and they could not. 41 And Jesus answering said, O faithless and perverse generation, how long shall I be with you, and suffer you? Bring thy son hither. 42 And as he was yet a coming, the devil threw him down, and tare [him]. And Jesus rebuked the unclean spirit, and healed the child, and delivered him again to his father. 43 And they were all amazed at the mighty power of God. But while they wondered every one at all things which Jesus did, he said unto his disciples, 44 Let these sayings sink down into your ears: for the Son of man shall be delivered into the hands of men. 45 But they understood not this saying, and it was hid from them, that they perceived it not: and they feared to ask him of that saying. 46 Then there arose a reasoning among them, which of them should be greatest. 47 And Jesus, perceiving the thought of their heart, took a child, and set him by him, 48 And said unto them, Whosoever shall receive this child in my name receiveth me: and whosoever shall receive me receiveth him that sent me: for he that is least among you all, the same shall be great. 49 And John answered and said, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name; and we forbad him, because he followeth not with us. 50 And Jesus said unto him, Forbid [him] not: for he that is not against us is for us. 51 And it came to pass, when the time was come that he should be received up, he stedfastly set his face to go to Jerusalem, 52 And sent messengers before his face: and they went, and entered into a village of the Samaritans, to make ready for him. 53 And they did not receive him, because his face was as though he would go to Jerusalem. 54 And when his disciples James and John saw [this], they said, Lord, wilt thou that we command fire to come down from heaven, and consume them, even as Elias did? 55 But he turned, and rebuked them, and said, Ye know not what manner of spirit ye are of. 56 For the Son of man is not come to destroy men’s lives, but to save [them]. And they went to another village. 57 And it came to pass, that, as they went in the way, a certain [man] said unto him, Lord, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest. 58 And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air [have] nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay [his] head. 59 And he said unto another, Follow me. But he said, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father. 60 Jesus said unto him, Let the dead bury their dead: but go thou and preach the kingdom of God. 61 And another also said, Lord, I will follow thee; but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at home at my house. 62 And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.” Luke 9:1-62

I’ve thought on these verses a lot. Peter loved Jesus so much, but in verse 22 he was not speaking the will of God, these things Jesus spoke of had to come to past. It made me reflect on my own life. How many times have I prayed out of the will of God. I know I’ve been out of His will many times and thankfully He has always guided me back, but once there how many prayers that I prayed asking for something lined up with His will? I’m getting better at seeking Him and His will becomes my will, but so much time wasted. I can truly say I am thankful for a lot of unanswered prayers. Verse 23 reminds me to do a real heart check. I want to always savor the things of God, life is too short to waste it on the things of this world. Time is fleeting. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“22 Then Peter took him, and began to rebuke him, saying, Be it far from thee, Lord: this shall not be unto thee. 23 But he turned, and said unto Peter, Get thee behind me, Satan: thou art an offence unto me: for thou savourest not the things that be of God, but those that be of men.” ~ Matthew 16:22-23

In Chapter 8 we have the parable of the sower which turns out to be the Word of God. Some hear it and the devil steals it quickly before they can believe and be saved (seed that falls by the wayside). Others receive it with joy, but have no root so they fall away as temptation arises (seed that falls on rock). Then we have those who hear the Word, but the cares, riches, and pleasures of life don’t allow the fruit to mature (seed that falls into the thorns). And finally the Word that brings forth fruit that fell on good ground. They heard the Word and kept it in their heart. Praise the Lord for a ready heart!

When you are a light for God you don’t try to hide it, a light can’t be covered or hid. That light shines as a light to guide others. I love verse 17 as well, what is done in secret always has a way of coming to light. This verse speaks into that. I was thinking on verses 23-25 where the storm comes and Jesus is sleeping peacefully through it. His disciples are fearing for their lives and wake Him. He rebuked the winds and waters and ask where there faith is. I look on the winds and waters of my own life and how many times He has said daughter where is your faith? I am so thankful He is patient with me and I’ve come so much further than where I started!

I am still amazed that the demons knew Jesus name. They recognized His authority. We have people today that still deny Him while demons still know who He is. The woman with the issue of blood, she knew all she had to to was touch the hem of Jesus garment. Such faith. That faith made her whole! So, so, so much in this chapter that I love. Too much for one post. Do you have a favorite? Let me know! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And it came to pass afterward, that he went throughout every city and village, preaching and shewing the glad tidings of the kingdom of God: and the twelve [were] with him, 2 And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils, 3 And Joanna the wife of Chuza Herod’s steward, and Susanna, and many others, which ministered unto him of their substance. 4 And when much people were gathered together, and were come to him out of every city, he spake by a parable: 5 A sower went out to sow his seed: and as he sowed, some fell by the way side; and it was trodden down, and the fowls of the air devoured it. 6 And some fell upon a rock; and as soon as it was sprung up, it withered away, because it lacked moisture. 7 And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprang up with it, and choked it. 8 And other fell on good ground, and sprang up, and bare fruit an hundredfold. And when he had said these things, he cried, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. 9 And his disciples asked him, saying, What might this parable be? 10 And he said, Unto you it is given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God: but to others in parables; that seeing they might not see, and hearing they might not understand. 11 Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God. 12 Those by the way side are they that hear; then cometh the devil, and taketh away the word out of their hearts, lest they should believe and be saved. 13 They on the rock [are they], which, when they hear, receive the word with joy; and these have no root, which for a while believe, and in time of temptation fall away. 14 And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are choked with cares and riches and pleasures of [this] life, and bring no fruit to perfection. 15 But that on the good ground are they, which in an honest and good heart, having heard the word, keep [it], and bring forth fruit with patience. 16 No man, when he hath lighted a candle, covereth it with a vessel, or putteth [it] under a bed; but setteth [it] on a candlestick, that they which enter in may see the light. 17 For nothing is secret, that shall not be made manifest; neither [any thing] hid, that shall not be known and come abroad. 18 Take heed therefore how ye hear: for whosoever hath, to him shall be given; and whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he seemeth to have. 19 Then came to him [his] mother and his brethren, and could not come at him for the press. 20 And it was told him [by certain] which said, Thy mother and thy brethren stand without, desiring to see thee. 21 And he answered and said unto them, My mother and my brethren are these which hear the word of God, and do it. 22 Now it came to pass on a certain day, that he went into a ship with his disciples: and he said unto them, Let us go over unto the other side of the lake. And they launched forth. 23 But as they sailed he fell asleep: and there came down a storm of wind on the lake; and they were filled [with water], and were in jeopardy. 24 And they came to him, and awoke him, saying, Master, master, we perish. Then he arose, and rebuked the wind and the raging of the water: and they ceased, and there was a calm. 25 And he said unto them, Where is your faith? And they being afraid wondered, saying one to another, What manner of man is this! for he commandeth even the winds and water, and they obey him. 26 And they arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, which is over against Galilee. 27 And when he went forth to land, there met him out of the city a certain man, which had devils long time, and ware no clothes, neither abode in [any] house, but in the tombs. 28 When he saw Jesus, he cried out, and fell down before him, and with a loud voice said, What have I to do with thee, Jesus, [thou] Son of God most high? I beseech thee, torment me not. 29 (For he had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. For oftentimes it had caught him: and he was kept bound with chains and in fetters; and he brake the bands, and was driven of the devil into the wilderness.) 30 And Jesus asked him, saying, What is thy name? And he said, Legion: because many devils were entered into him. 31 And they besought him that he would not command them to go out into the deep. 32 And there was there an herd of many swine feeding on the mountain: and they besought him that he would suffer them to enter into them. And he suffered them. 33 Then went the devils out of the man, and entered into the swine: and the herd ran violently down a steep place into the lake, and were choked. 34 When they that fed [them] saw what was done, they fled, and went and told [it] in the city and in the country. 35 Then they went out to see what was done; and came to Jesus, and found the man, out of whom the devils were departed, sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid. 36 They also which saw [it] told them by what means he that was possessed of the devils was healed. 37 Then the whole multitude of the country of the Gadarenes round about besought him to depart from them; for they were taken with great fear: and he went up into the ship, and returned back again. 38 Now the man out of whom the devils were departed besought him that he might be with him: but Jesus sent him away, saying, 39 Return to thine own house, and shew how great things God hath done unto thee. And he went his way, and published throughout the whole city how great things Jesus had done unto him. 40 And it came to pass, that, when Jesus was returned, the people [gladly] received him: for they were all waiting for him. 41 And, behold, there came a man named Jairus, and he was a ruler of the synagogue: and he fell down at Jesus’ feet, and besought him that he would come into his house: 42 For he had one only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she lay a dying. But as he went the people thronged him. 43 And a woman having an issue of blood twelve years, which had spent all her living upon physicians, neither could be healed of any, 44 Came behind [him], and touched the border of his garment: and immediately her issue of blood stanched. 45 And Jesus said, Who touched me? When all denied, Peter and they that were with him said, Master, the multitude throng thee and press [thee], and sayest thou, Who touched me? 46 And Jesus said, Somebody hath touched me: for I perceive that virtue is gone out of me. 47 And when the woman saw that she was not hid, she came trembling, and falling down before him, she declared unto him before all the people for what cause she had touched him, and how she was healed immediately. 48 And he said unto her, Daughter, be of good comfort: thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace. 49 While he yet spake, there cometh one from the ruler of the synagogue’s [house], saying to him, Thy daughter is dead; trouble not the Master. 50 But when Jesus heard [it], he answered him, saying, Fear not: believe only, and she shall be made whole. 51 And when he came into the house, he suffered no man to go in, save Peter, and James, and John, and the father and the mother of the maiden. 52 And all wept, and bewailed her: but he said, Weep not; she is not dead, but sleepeth. 53 And they laughed him to scorn, knowing that she was dead. 54 And he put them all out, and took her by the hand, and called, saying, Maid, arise. 55 And her spirit came again, and she arose straightway: and he commanded to give her meat. 56 And her parents were astonished: but he charged them that they should tell no man what was done.” ~ Luke 8:1-56

Read this verse carefully, there is power in it for the children of God who believe. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” ~ Luke 16:19

I admire the faith of the centurion that sent for Jesus to heal his servant and what compassion he had to care for someone under him. Jesus said He had seen no faith greater in Israel. Lord, give me that kind of faith. I am also really taken with verses 33-35, “33 For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine; and ye say, He hath a devil. 34 The Son of man is come eating and drinking; and ye say, Behold a gluttonous man, and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners! 35 But wisdom is justified of all her children.” It doesn’t matter what you say or do, when people have determined in their hearts bad against you they are going to believe what they want unless God softens their heart.

One couldn’t end this chapter without speaking about the woman with the alabaster box. Verse 38 tells us she washed Jesus feet with her tears, wiped them with the very hairs from her head as she kissed His feet, and anointed them with the precious ointment. Jesus recognized her sins were many, but also that she love Him much and He forgave her of her sins. This story makes my heart smile. Your sins may be many, but His grace covers them when your heart is right. I don’t know about you, but I am so thankful for that! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 Now when he had ended all his sayings in the audience of the people, he entered into Capernaum. 2 And a certain centurion’s servant, who was dear unto him, was sick, and ready to die. 3 And when he heard of Jesus, he sent unto him the elders of the Jews, beseeching him that he would come and heal his servant. 4 And when they came to Jesus, they besought him instantly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this: 5 For he loveth our nation, and he hath built us a synagogue. 6 Then Jesus went with them. And when he was now not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to him, saying unto him, Lord, trouble not thyself: for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof: 7 Wherefore neither thought I myself worthy to come unto thee: but say in a word, and my servant shall be healed. 8 For I also am a man set under authority, having under me soldiers, and I say unto one, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth [it]. 9 When Jesus heard these things, he marvelled at him, and turned him about, and said unto the people that followed him, I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel. 10 And they that were sent, returning to the house, found the servant whole that had been sick. 11 And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went with him, and much people. 12 Now when he came nigh to the gate of the city, behold, there was a dead man carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow: and much people of the city was with her. 13 And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her, and said unto her, Weep not. 14 And he came and touched the bier: and they that bare [him] stood still. And he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise. 15 And he that was dead sat up, and began to speak. And he delivered him to his mother. 16 And there came a fear on all: and they glorified God, saying, That a great prophet is risen up among us; and, That God hath visited his people. 17 And this rumour of him went forth throughout all Judaea, and throughout all the region round about. 18 And the disciples of John shewed him of all these things. 19 And John calling [unto him] two of his disciples sent [them] to Jesus, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another? 20 When the men were come unto him, they said, John Baptist hath sent us unto thee, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another? 21 And in that same hour he cured many of [their] infirmities and plagues, and of evil spirits; and unto many [that were] blind he gave sight. 22 Then Jesus answering said unto them, Go your way, and tell John what things ye have seen and heard; how that the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, to the poor the gospel is preached. 23 And blessed is [he], whosoever shall not be offended in me. 24 And when the messengers of John were departed, he began to speak unto the people concerning John, What went ye out into the wilderness for to see? A reed shaken with the wind? 25 But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? Behold, they which are gorgeously apparelled, and live delicately, are in kings’ courts. 26 But what went ye out for to see? A prophet? Yea, I say unto you, and much more than a prophet. 27 This is [he], of whom it is written, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee. 28 For I say unto you, Among those that are born of women there is not a greater prophet than John the Baptist: but he that is least in the kingdom of God is greater than he. 29 And all the people that heard [him], and the publicans, justified God, being baptized with the baptism of John. 30 But the Pharisees and lawyers rejected the counsel of God against themselves, being not baptized of him. 31 And the Lord said, Whereunto then shall I liken the men of this generation? and to what are they like? 32 They are like unto children sitting in the marketplace, and calling one to another, and saying, We have piped unto you, and ye have not danced; we have mourned to you, and ye have not wept. 33 For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine; and ye say, He hath a devil. 34 The Son of man is come eating and drinking; and ye say, Behold a gluttonous man, and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners! 35 But wisdom is justified of all her children. 36 And one of the Pharisees desired him that he would eat with him. And he went into the Pharisee’s house, and sat down to meat. 37 And, behold, a woman in the city, which was a sinner, when she knew that [Jesus] sat at meat in the Pharisee’s house, brought an alabaster box of ointment, 38 And stood at his feet behind [him] weeping, and began to wash his feet with tears, and did wipe [them] with the hairs of her head, and kissed his feet, and anointed [them] with the ointment. 39 Now when the Pharisee which had bidden him saw [it], he spake within himself, saying, This man, if he were a prophet, would have known who and what manner of woman [this is] that toucheth him: for she is a sinner. 40 And Jesus answering said unto him, Simon, I have somewhat to say unto thee. And he saith, Master, say on. 41 There was a certain creditor which had two debtors: the one owed five hundred pence, and the other fifty. 42 And when they had nothing to pay, he frankly forgave them both. Tell me therefore, which of them will love him most? 43 Simon answered and said, I suppose that [he], to whom he forgave most. And he said unto him, Thou hast rightly judged. 44 And he turned to the woman, and said unto Simon, Seest thou this woman? I entered into thine house, thou gavest me no water for my feet: but she hath washed my feet with tears, and wiped [them] with the hairs of her head. 45 Thou gavest me no kiss: but this woman since the time I came in hath not ceased to kiss my feet. 46 My head with oil thou didst not anoint: but this woman hath anointed my feet with ointment. 47 Wherefore I say unto thee, Her sins, which are many, are forgiven; for she loved much: but to whom little is forgiven, [the same] loveth little. 48 And he said unto her, Thy sins are forgiven. 49 And they that sat at meat with him began to say within themselves, Who is this that forgiveth sins also? 50 And he said to the woman, Thy faith hath saved thee; go in peace.” ~ Luke 7:1-50

Jesus us our rock and Hell cannot prevail against us! ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” ~ Matthew 16:18

The Pharisee’s were so trenched in legalistic tradition and constantly trying to find fault with Jesus and His disciples that they were blinded to who He really was. Then you had others that knew the very touch of Him would heal them. What an amazing contrast. It’s the condition of the heart in what you are ready to receive. Their hearts were hard, like so many in the world today. That grieves my heart in such an unbelievable way, yet it’s not something I can change. All I can do is plant the seed and pray the Lord softens the soil to receive it to grow at some time in the future.

We are given the Beatitudes in this chapter, I can’t help but notice after these Jesus spends a good bit of time on how to treat those who don’t treat us as well as we treat them. I’ve been seeing a lot of FB post about everyone not having the same heart as you. For months now, I’ve been praying for the Lord to bless those that don’t like me, those that use me, those that come against me. I don’t do it for a blessing in return. I do it because in my relationship with God, I’ve come to learn those people need Him most. I don’t want anyone to feel the fires of hell and I don’t want anyone held accountable for something they have done to me. I want them to have that grace I’ve been given. I want them to find that place with the Lord I’ve found. I truly want His blessings to rain down on them.

Ahhh that fruit. The fruit you produce shows what you are feeding into and the vine or root you are connected to. When you are walking with the Lord, the Holy Spirit will prune you. This is not pleasant but necessary for the production of good fruit. I’m thankful for His pruning in my life. I am so far from perfect, but He keeps working on me and I am grateful. Verse 45, “A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.” It all comes back to the heart once again! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And it came to pass on the second sabbath after the first, that he went through the corn fields; and his disciples plucked the ears of corn, and did eat, rubbing [them] in [their] hands. 2 And certain of the Pharisees said unto them, Why do ye that which is not lawful to do on the sabbath days? 3 And Jesus answering them said, Have ye not read so much as this, what David did, when himself was an hungred, and they which were with him; 4 How he went into the house of God, and did take and eat the shewbread, and gave also to them that were with him; which it is not lawful to eat but for the priests alone? 5 And he said unto them, That the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath. 6 And it came to pass also on another sabbath, that he entered into the synagogue and taught: and there was a man whose right hand was withered. 7 And the scribes and Pharisees watched him, whether he would heal on the sabbath day; that they might find an accusation against him. 8 But he knew their thoughts, and said to the man which had the withered hand, Rise up, and stand forth in the midst. And he arose and stood forth. 9 Then said Jesus unto them, I will ask you one thing; Is it lawful on the sabbath days to do good, or to do evil? to save life, or to destroy [it]? 10 And looking round about upon them all, he said unto the man, Stretch forth thy hand. And he did so: and his hand was restored whole as the other. 11 And they were filled with madness; and communed one with another what they might do to Jesus. 12 And it came to pass in those days, that he went out into a mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God. 13 And when it was day, he called [unto him] his disciples: and of them he chose twelve, whom also he named apostles; 14 Simon, (whom he also named Peter,) and Andrew his brother, James and John, Philip and Bartholomew, 15 Matthew and Thomas, James the [son] of Alphaeus, and Simon called Zelotes, 16 And Judas [the brother] of James, and Judas Iscariot, which also was the traitor. 17 And he came down with them, and stood in the plain, and the company of his disciples, and a great multitude of people out of all Judaea and Jerusalem, and from the sea coast of Tyre and Sidon, which came to hear him, and to be healed of their diseases; 18 And they that were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed. 19 And the whole multitude sought to touch him: for there went virtue out of him, and healed [them] all. 20 And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed [be ye] poor: for yours is the kingdom of God. 21 Blessed [are ye] that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed [are ye] that weep now: for ye shall laugh. 22 Blessed are ye, when men shall hate you, and when they shall separate you [from their company], and shall reproach [you], and cast out your name as evil, for the Son of man’s sake. 23 Rejoice ye in that day, and leap for joy: for, behold, your reward [is] great in heaven: for in the like manner did their fathers unto the prophets. 24 But woe unto you that are rich! for ye have received your consolation. 25 Woe unto you that are full! for ye shall hunger. Woe unto you that laugh now! for ye shall mourn and weep. 26 Woe unto you, when all men shall speak well of you! for so did their fathers to the false prophets. 27 But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, 28 Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. 29 And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also. 30 Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask [them] not again. 31 And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise. 32 For if ye love them which love you, what thank have ye? for sinners also love those that love them. 33 And if ye do good to them which do good to you, what thank have ye? for sinners also do even the same. 34 And if ye lend [to them] of whom ye hope to receive, what thank have ye? for sinners also lend to sinners, to receive as much again. 35 But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil. 36 Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful. 37 Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven: 38 Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again. 39 And he spake a parable unto them, Can the blind lead the blind? shall they not both fall into the ditch? 40 The disciple is not above his master: but every one that is perfect shall be as his master. 41 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother’s eye, but perceivest not the beam that is in thine own eye? 42 Either how canst thou say to thy brother, Brother, let me pull out the mote that is in thine eye, when thou thyself beholdest not the beam that is in thine own eye? Thou hypocrite, cast out first the beam out of thine own eye, and then shalt thou see clearly to pull out the mote that is in thy brother’s eye. 43 For a good tree bringeth not forth corrupt fruit; neither doth a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. 44 For every tree is known by his own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes. 45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh. 46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? 47 Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like: 48 He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock. 49 But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.” ~ Luke 6:1-49

This verse makes my heart sad because I see so much of it in the time in which we are living. People claim the title of Christian, but their actions are far from it. I was one of those people for a long time and I am thankful fir the transforming grace of God. I am also thankful for that same grace when I make mistakes now. The Holy Spirit is so loving to convict and correct so that I don’t continue in my mess. If you aren’t experiencing that correction in life you may need to do a heart check because none of us have arrived to perfection on this side of heaven. You can’t have one hand on the devil and the things of the world and the other raised in praise. That comes from experience and the heart. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“7 [Ye] hypocrites, well did Esaias prophesy of you, saying, 8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with [their] lips; but their heart is far from me. 9 But in vain they do worship me, teaching [for] doctrines the commandments of men.” ~ Matthew 15:7-9

Could you imagine fishing all day and catching nothing, Jesus shows and tells you to cast your nets and they become so full they almost break and another ship has to help you with them! And then to hear your calling has changed from a trade on the ocean to fisherman of men! They forsook all they had and followed Him, no questions ask. Lord help me to follow You wherever You lead me, no matter what I have to give up!

I have thought on verse 16 all afternoon. Jesus withdrew Himself from everything and prayed. If Jesus needed to separate Himself and pray, how much more important is it for us to pray?! Definitely something to think about. This chapter also tells an amazing story of friendship and faith of the friends who took a man up on the roof and lowered him down because they could not get him to Jesus any other way. As a result, he was forgiven his sins and healed. Of course, the Pharisees gasp at this miracle that was done on a Sunday and that Jesus would dare to forgive him of his sins. No surprise of their reaction. One final take away of this chapter is the discussion on fasting. Jesus says in verse 35 the days will come will the bridegroom will be taken away and fasting will be necessary in those days. We are living in the very days when fasting is necessary. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret, 2 And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing [their] nets. 3 And he entered into one of the ships, which was Simon’s, and prayed him that he would thrust out a little from the land. And he sat down, and taught the people out of the ship. 4 Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught. 5 And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net. 6 And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake. 7 And they beckoned unto [their] partners, which were in the other ship, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the ships, so that they began to sink. 8 When Simon Peter saw [it], he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord. 9 For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken: 10 And so [was] also James, and John, the sons of Zebedee, which were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men. 11 And when they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all, and followed him. 12 And it came to pass, when he was in a certain city, behold a man full of leprosy: who seeing Jesus fell on [his] face, and besought him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. 13 And he put forth [his] hand, and touched him, saying, I will: be thou clean. And immediately the leprosy departed from him. 14 And he charged him to tell no man: but go, and shew thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing, according as Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them. 15 But so much the more went there a fame abroad of him: and great multitudes came together to hear, and to be healed by him of their infirmities. 16 And he withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed. 17 And it came to pass on a certain day, as he was teaching, that there were Pharisees and doctors of the law sitting by, which were come out of every town of Galilee, and Judaea, and Jerusalem: and the power of the Lord was [present] to heal them. 18 And, behold, men brought in a bed a man which was taken with a palsy: and they sought [means] to bring him in, and to lay [him] before him. 19 And when they could not find by what [way] they might bring him in because of the multitude, they went upon the housetop, and let him down through the tiling with [his] couch into the midst before Jesus. 20 And when he saw their faith, he said unto him, Man, thy sins are forgiven thee. 21 And the scribes and the Pharisees began to reason, saying, Who is this which speaketh blasphemies? Who can forgive sins, but God alone? 22 But when Jesus perceived their thoughts, he answering said unto them, What reason ye in your hearts? 23 Whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Rise up and walk? 24 But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power upon earth to forgive sins, (he said unto the sick of the palsy,) I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy couch, and go into thine house. 25 And immediately he rose up before them, and took up that whereon he lay, and departed to his own house, glorifying God. 26 And they were all amazed, and they glorified God, and were filled with fear, saying, We have seen strange things to day. 27 And after these things he went forth, and saw a publican, named Levi, sitting at the receipt of custom: and he said unto him, Follow me. 28 And he left all, rose up, and followed him. 29 And Levi made him a great feast in his own house: and there was a great company of publicans and of others that sat down with them. 30 But their scribes and Pharisees murmured against his disciples, saying, Why do ye eat and drink with publicans and sinners? 31 And Jesus answering said unto them, They that are whole need not a physician; but they that are sick. 32 I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. 33 And they said unto him, Why do the disciples of John fast often, and make prayers, and likewise [the disciples] of the Pharisees; but thine eat and drink? 34 And he said unto them, Can ye make the children of the bridechamber fast, while the bridegroom is with them? 35 But the days will come, when the bridegroom shall be taken away from them, and then shall they fast in those days. 36 And he spake also a parable unto them; No man putteth a piece of a new garment upon an old; if otherwise, then both the new maketh a rent, and the piece that was [taken] out of the new agreeth not with the old. 37 And no man putteth new wine into old bottles; else the new wine will burst the bottles, and be spilled, and the bottles shall perish. 38 But new wine must be put into new bottles; and both are preserved. 39 No man also having drunk old [wine] straightway desireth new: for he saith, The old is better.” ~ Luke 5:1-39

So much peace in today’s verses. There is so much chaos and uncertainty in this world. Sickness and instability is all around us, but if you have Jesus you can have peace through it all. He offers everlasting life regardless of what this world brings. He is the bread of life that brings peace to our souls. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“47 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me hath everlasting life. 48 I am that bread of life.” ~ John 6:47-48

The first thing I noticed about this chapter is that the Holy Spirit called Jesus apart into the wilderness where He fasted. How much more important is it for us to pull ourselves away from the business of the world and also to fast during certain seasons? The second thing I noticed was when the devil tried to tempt Jesus, He responded with the Word. That is sound advice for when he is pounding us with attacks and it shows the importance of knowing the Word. I also noticed in verse 13 it says when the devil had ended the temptations, “he departed from him for a season.” This tells me he was going to come back. It’s the same with us. The devil is relentless in his pursuit to hinder the Kingdom of God and he is willing to do anything he can to stop God’s plan for our life. It’s so important to stay prayed up, read up, and renew our mind daily.

Jesus is telling the people in the synagogue He is fulfilling the scripture and their reaction is not one of joy, but anger. I am taken by what He says he verse 24, “Verily I say unto you, No prophet is accepted in his own country.” Even the demons Jesus was casting out knew who He was and the authority He carried. How could everyone else not see it?! We are living in a time today when people are becoming just as blind to the things of God. It is a sign of the times we live in. So much in this chapter to glean from! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And Jesus being full of the Holy Ghost returned from Jordan, and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, 2 Being forty days tempted of the devil. And in those days he did eat nothing: and when they were ended, he afterward hungered. 3 And the devil said unto him, If thou be the Son of God, command this stone that it be made bread. 4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God. 5 And the devil, taking him up into an high mountain, shewed unto him all the kingdoms of the world in a moment of time. 6 And the devil said unto him, All this power will I give thee, and the glory of them: for that is delivered unto me; and to whomsoever I will I give it. 7 If thou therefore wilt worship me, all shall be thine. 8 And Jesus answered and said unto him, Get thee behind me, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve. 9 And he brought him to Jerusalem, and set him on a pinnacle of the temple, and said unto him, If thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down from hence: 10 For it is written, He shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee: 11 And in [their] hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou dash thy foot against a stone. 12 And Jesus answering said unto him, It is said, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. 13 And when the devil had ended all the temptation, he departed from him for a season. 14 And Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit into Galilee: and there went out a fame of him through all the region round about. 15 And he taught in their synagogues, being glorified of all. 16 And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up: and, as his custom was, he went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and stood up for to read. 17 And there was delivered unto him the book of the prophet Esaias. And when he had opened the book, he found the place where it was written, 18 The Spirit of the Lord [is] upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, 19 To preach the acceptable year of the Lord. 20 And he closed the book, and he gave [it] again to the minister, and sat down. And the eyes of all them that were in the synagogue were fastened on him. 21 And he began to say unto them, This day is this scripture fulfilled in your ears. 22 And all bare him witness, and wondered at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth. And they said, Is not this Joseph’s son? 23 And he said unto them, Ye will surely say unto me this proverb, Physician, heal thyself: whatsoever we have heard done in Capernaum, do also here in thy country. 24 And he said, Verily I say unto you, No prophet is accepted in his own country. 25 But I tell you of a truth, many widows were in Israel in the days of Elias, when the heaven was shut up three years and six months, when great famine was throughout all the land; 26 But unto none of them was Elias sent, save unto Sarepta, [a city] of Sidon, unto a woman [that was] a widow. 27 And many lepers were in Israel in the time of Eliseus the prophet; and none of them was cleansed, saving Naaman the Syrian. 28 And all they in the synagogue, when they heard these things, were filled with wrath, 29 And rose up, and thrust him out of the city, and led him unto the brow of the hill whereon their city was built, that they might cast him down headlong. 30 But he passing through the midst of them went his way, 31 And came down to Capernaum, a city of Galilee, and taught them on the sabbath days. 32 And they were astonished at his doctrine: for his word was with power. 33 And in the synagogue there was a man, which had a spirit of an unclean devil, and cried out with a loud voice, 34 Saying, Let [us] alone; what have we to do with thee, [thou] Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art; the Holy One of God. 35 And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him. And when the devil had thrown him in the midst, he came out of him, and hurt him not. 36 And they were all amazed, and spake among themselves, saying, What a word [is] this! for with authority and power he commandeth the unclean spirits, and they come out. 37 And the fame of him went out into every place of the country round about. 38 And he arose out of the synagogue, and entered into Simon’s house. And Simon’s wife’s mother was taken with a great fever; and they besought him for her. 39 And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever; and it left her: and immediately she arose and ministered unto them. 40 Now when the sun was setting, all they that had any sick with divers diseases brought them unto him; and he laid his hands on every one of them, and healed them. 41 And devils also came out of many, crying out, and saying, Thou art Christ the Son of God. And he rebuking [them] suffered them not to speak: for they knew that he was Christ. 42 And when it was day, he departed and went into a desert place: and the people sought him, and came unto him, and stayed him, that he should not depart from them. 43 And he said unto them, I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also: for therefore am I sent. 44 And he preached in the synagogues of Galilee.” Luke 4:1-44

You can never hunger or thirst again, His name is Jesus and it is a promise He spoke Himself. If you don’t know Him personally today is the perfect day to call on His name! He loves you so much He died on the cross for your sins, but He will not force you to take this free gift. You have free will. You have to call on His name and ask Him to forgive you for your sins and invite Him into your heart. It is the best decision I ever made. What are you waiting for? He’s listening… 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst.” ~ John 6:35

I listen to a song that says, “Prepare the way, prepare the way of the Lord.“ It brings back me to verses 4-6 every time I listen to it. Jesus is coming back again. It’s so important to tell as many people as we can now, to share the news of His love and salvation because the devil is so set on taking as many to hell as he can. Verse 9 tells us every tree which doesn’t produce good (Godly) fruit is cut down and cast into the fire. Salvation matters. It’s a heart thing. It the time to get right with God, time is fleeting. Prepare ye the way.

Who has been baptized with the Holy Ghost the John speaks of in verse 16? If you have not, pray for it. It is something every believer can have and should pray for. I don’t know how I got through a day without it! It makes a difference in spiritual warfare!

Can you imagine the serene beauty in verses 21-22 and the amazing peace as God spoke to His son and the dove descended on Him? Oh my heart! Another great chapter. Was there something that stood out to you? Let me know. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 Now in the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate being governor of Judaea, and Herod being tetrarch of Galilee, and his brother Philip tetrarch of Ituraea and of the region of Trachonitis, and Lysanias the tetrarch of Abilene, 2 Annas and Caiaphas being the high priests, the word of God came unto John the son of Zacharias in the wilderness. 3 And he came into all the country about Jordan, preaching the baptism of repentance for the remission of sins; 4 As it is written in the book of the words of Esaias the prophet, saying, The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. 5 Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be brought low; and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough ways [shall be] made smooth; 6 And all flesh shall see the salvation of God. 7 Then said he to the multitude that came forth to be baptized of him, O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come? 8 Bring forth therefore fruits worthy of repentance, and begin not to say within yourselves, We have Abraham to [our] father: for I say unto you, That God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham. 9 And now also the axe is laid unto the root of the trees: every tree therefore which bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. 10 And the people asked him, saying, What shall we do then? 11 He answereth and saith unto them, He that hath two coats, let him impart to him that hath none; and he that hath meat, let him do likewise. 12 Then came also publicans to be baptized, and said unto him, Master, what shall we do? 13 And he said unto them, Exact no more than that which is appointed you. 14 And the soldiers likewise demanded of him, saying, And what shall we do? And he said unto them, Do violence to no man, neither accuse [any] falsely; and be content with your wages. 15 And as the people were in expectation, and all men mused in their hearts of John, whether he were the Christ, or not; 16 John answered, saying unto [them] all, I indeed baptize you with water; but one mightier than I cometh, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to unloose: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost and with fire: 17 Whose fan [is] in his hand, and he will throughly purge his floor, and will gather the wheat into his garner; but the chaff he will burn with fire unquenchable. 18 And many other things in his exhortation preached he unto the people. 19 But Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him for Herodias his brother Philip’s wife, and for all the evils which Herod had done, 20 Added yet this above all, that he shut up John in prison. 21 Now when all the people were baptized, it came to pass, that Jesus also being baptized, and praying, the heaven was opened, 22 And the Holy Ghost descended in a bodily shape like a dove upon him, and a voice came from heaven, which said, Thou art my beloved Son; in thee I am well pleased. 23 And Jesus himself began to be about thirty years of age, being (as was supposed ) the son of Joseph, which was [the son] of Heli, 24 Which was [the son] of Matthat, which was [the son] of Levi, which was [the son] of Melchi, which was [the son] of Janna, which was [the son] of Joseph, 25 Which was [the son] of Mattathias, which was [the son] of Amos, which was [the son] of Naum, which was [the son] of Esli, which was [the son] of Nagge, 26 Which was [the son] of Maath, which was [the son] of Mattathias, which was [the son] of Semei, which was [the son] of Joseph, which was [the son] of Juda, 27 Which was [the son] of Joanna, which was [the son] of Rhesa, which was [the son] of Zorobabel, which was [the son] of Salathiel, which was [the son] of Neri, 28 Which was [the son] of Melchi, which was [the son] of Addi, which was [the son] of Cosam, which was [the son] of Elmodam, which was [the son] of Er, 29 Which was [the son] of Jose, which was [the son] of Eliezer, which was [the son] of Jorim, which was [the son] of Matthat, which was [the son] of Levi, 30 Which was [the son] of Simeon, which was [the son] of Juda, which was [the son] of Joseph, which was [the son] of Jonan, which was [the son] of Eliakim, 31 Which was [the son] of Melea, which was [the son] of Menan, which was [the son] of Mattatha, which was [the son] of Nathan, which was [the son] of David, 32 Which was [the son] of Jesse, which was [the son] of Obed, which was [the son] of Booz, which was [the son] of Salmon, which was [the son] of Naasson, 33 Which was [the son] of Aminadab, which was [the son] of Aram, which was [the son] of Esrom, which was [the son] of Phares, which was [the son] of Juda, 34 Which was [the son] of Jacob, which was [the son] of Isaac, which was [the son] of Abraham, which was [the son] of Thara, which was [the son] of Nachor, 35 Which was [the son] of Saruch, which was [the son] of Ragau, which was [the son] of Phalec, which was [the son] of Heber, which was [the son] of Sala, 36 Which was [the son] of Cainan, which was [the son] of Arphaxad, which was [the son] of Sem, which was [the son] of Noe, which was [the son] of Lamech, 37 Which was [the son] of Mathusala, which was [the son] of Enoch, which was [the son] of Jared, which was [the son] of Maleleel, which was [the son] of Cainan, 38 Which was [the son] of Enos, which was [the son] of Seth, which was [the son] of Adam, which was [the son] of God.” ~ Luke 3:1-38

A verse to ponder. Jesus provides a meat that will never perish. His blood is a blood that cleanses from all sin, sustains, purifies, it does it all! That is something to chew on today! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for him hath God the Father sealed.” ~ John 6:27

In today’s chapter we have the glorious birth of our savior, but it’s actually very humble. He’s born in a manger, there wasn’t even room for Him in the inn. We then have another visit from angels! One of my favorite verses in this chapter is verse 19, “But Mary kept all these things, and pondered [them] in her heart.” I just love that. She has so much going on, she has just giving birth to the world’s savior and she kept these things and pondered them in her heart. Sometimes I speak too fast. I tend to reflect after I’ve spoken. I need to be more like Mary and keep some things back as I take them to the Lord, pondering them in my heart and before Him. Moving on them at His prompting (not my own).

I love in verse 32 when Simeon says, “A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.” He is our light y’all! He pulls us out of the darkness!!! And I can’t help but smile when I read verse 49, “And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father’s business?” Poppa, that is where I want to be right now at this point in my life, all about your business. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“1 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. 2 ([And] this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) 3 And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. 4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) 5 To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. 6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. 7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. 8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. 10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. 12 And this [shall be] a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. 13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, 14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. 15 And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. 16 And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. 17 And when they had seen [it], they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child. 18 And all they that heard [it] wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds. 19 But Mary kept all these things, and pondered [them] in her heart. 20 And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them. 21 And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb. 22 And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem, to present [him] to the Lord; 23 (As it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;) 24 And to offer a sacrifice according to that which is said in the law of the Lord, A pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons. 25 And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name [was] Simeon; and the same man [was] just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him. 26 And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. 27 And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law, 28 Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said, 29 Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word: 30 For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, 31 Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people; 32 A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel. 33 And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him. 34 And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this [child] is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against; 35 (Yea, a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed. 36 And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity; 37 And she [was] a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served [God] with fastings and prayers night and day. 38 And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem. 39 And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth. 40 And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him. 41 Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover. 42 And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast. 43 And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not [of it]. 44 But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day’s journey; and they sought him among [their] kinsfolk and acquaintance. 45 And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him. 46 And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions. 47 And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers. 48 And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing. 49 And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father’s business? 50 And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them. 51 And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart. 52 And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.” ~ Luke 2:1-52

Peter had ask Jesus to call him out onto the water if it was Him. He walks on the water briefly, but fear takes hold when the winds pick up and He cries out to Jesus who saves him and says, “O thou of little faith where didn’t thou doubt?” Peter’s faith was shaken. Has your faith ever been shaken? The longer Peter followed Jesus, the closer He grew to Him, the more He gleaned from Him, the more solid His faith became. I thought on that also. There is a lot to be learned from Peter. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“30 But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me. 31 And immediately Jesus stretched forth [his] hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?” ~ Matthew 14:30-31

There is so much going on in chapter one y’all! I find it amazing that we have the Angel Gabriel visiting people here on earth not once but twice! I think that is something definitely worth taking note of. Zacharias had been praying for a child, but his unbelief shows us two things. One, there was a consequence for not believing. He was not able to speak until the baby was born. Two, these angels have been given some measure of power to do things here on earth. Gabriel had the power to keep Zacharias from speaking for a prolonged period of time. Since Jesus died, we now have angels working on our behalf in this realm against the powers of darkness.

My next huge take away is the sheer faith Mary had. The Angel appears and tells her she is highly favored and not to fear. He explains how our Savior will be born to her (who is still a virgin) and she says, “Behold the handmaid of the Lord, be it unto me according to thy word…” This is huge, life changing news and she excepts it according to the word of the Angel. That is the kind of faith I want!

It doesn’t escape me that we have two miracles in this chapter. We have Zacharias and Elisabeth conceiving in their old age and then we have Mary learning she will carry our King! The chapter closes with John the Baptist being born and his father Zacharias being filled with the Holy Ghost and prophesying. This chapter had so much to chew on, it was just hard to pick just one thing to talk about. Was there something (or things) that pulled at your heart? Let me know! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Last year I learned an interesting fact. The Book of Luke has 24 chapters and in those 24 chapters it accounts for the birth, ministry, sacrifice on the cross, and resurrection of Jesus. Isn’t that amazing? If we take a chapter each day from the first day of December through Christmas Eve, we will wake on Christmas having read the entire account of our Savior’s life. I would like to invite you to take this journey with me again this December. Feel free to share what thoughts you have about each chapter as we read through the month. I am once again amazed that 33 years of Jesus life could be condensed into 24 chapters. I am so excited to continue this December tradition with all of you! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Peter said if it’s You Lord, call me onto the water with you. So Jesus called him out and he walked on the water with Jesus. He was actually walking to Jesus on the water. Could you imagine that moment in time? 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“28 And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water. 29 And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus.” ~ Matthew 14:28-29

I love to just sit and watch it rain or walk in the pouring snow. There is something about the rain that calms my spirit and the snowfalls that breathes fresh life into it. It’s the connection to God while I am engaging in these peaceful activities that makes them so special. I am thankful for His calming rains and rejuvenating snowfalls and those intimate talks we have during those serene moments. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

The disciples were troubled when they saw Jesus walking on the water, but then Jesus called out to them, “Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid.” Is there something you are afraid of today? Child of God, you aren’t walking in those waters alone. You have nothing to fear when the one that created those waters walks in them with you. If your not a child of God, it’s so easy to except Jesus into your heart and you too can allow Him to navigate those troubled waters with you! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“26 And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. 27 But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid.” ~ Matthew 24:26-27

As I look over my life, I can see God’s hand and unmerited favor over it. It’s something completely unexplainable and something I do not deserve. I am blessed and humbled to have God’s favor rest over me and forever thankful. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Not only did Jesus feed about five thousand men, they took up twelve full baskets afterwards. This from five loaves of bread and two fish. Look at God. Whatever you may going through today, take your eyes off of the situation and put your focus on God. Your provision, your breakthrough, whatever it is you are seeking… it is going to come from Him! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“43 And they took up twelve baskets full of the fragments, and of the fishes. 44 And they that did eat of the loaves were about five thousand men.” ~ Mark 6:43-44

My mom took a bad fall today. I was clear around by the car when I heard her yell, “I’m going to fall.” My neighbor had a friend over all the way on the other side of his yard. We both heard her head hit when she fell and came running, he called 911 and I called my brother asking if he was home and urging him to come quick that mom had fallen and hit her head hard. He got there before the ambulance and the EMT’s arrived shortly after. When they sat her up, her head did not even appear to have a knot on it. What?! They checked her vitals, her eye movement, everything was good. She said she really felt the Lord had touched her head and healed it and was continuing to heal it. As the evening has progressed, her knee and wrist are becoming sore. She is on the couch reading right now as I right this, she is sleeping in there tonight so that I can keep an eye on her. I am so thankful that God watched over her and that He protects and heals us. I heard her head hit when she fell and it was loud. I am in awe at how God stands in watch over us. Thank You Poppa! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Jesus took 5 loves and two fishes and fed the multitude and verse 42 says, “And they did all eat, and were filled.” I don’t know what your situation looks like, but I know Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and forever and what He did for one He will do for you. If you have a need, take it to Him, praying in faith, and He will meet that need. It may not be met in the way you want it, but He will provide according to His will and always for what is best for His children. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“41 And when he had taken the five loaves and the two fishes, he looked up to heaven, and blessed, and brake the loaves, and gave [them] to his disciples to set before them; and the two fishes divided he among them all. 42 And they did all eat, and were filled.” ~ Mark 6:41-42

Jesus didn’t want to send the people away with our food. The disciples, who had seen so many miracles, said should we go but two hundred pennyworth of bread. Oh, they were about to see He was bigger than that… 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“37 He answered and said unto them, Give ye them to eat. And they say unto him, Shall we go and buy two hundred pennyworth of bread, and give them to eat? 38 He saith unto them, How many loaves have ye? go and see. And when they knew, they say, Five, and two fishes.” ~ Mark 6:37-38

Me and God have had some long conversations about this heart of mine. It cares too much, it breaks so easily, and it was made just exactly as it was supposed to be. God has told me so many times that I have His heart and that is why it feels every little detail. I am thankful to have my Father’s heart. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Thanksgiving is a day you normally spend with your families. There was a lot of debate this year as to what was safe and what wasn’t during these new COVID times. We had made plans for a family gathering and were set on what we were going to bring, but my mom has had bronchitis for awhile and the cough with it is horrid. Then I came down with a low grade fever and nausea. I’ve tested negative for COVID with the rapid test (regular test pending) so no family gathering for us. So as I cooked today, I was thankful I had food for us to cook. I was thankful we could be together and not in a hospital alone somewhere. I was thankful the rest of my family could still meet for Thanksgiving. The more I thought about it, the more my heart just overflowed with gratitude. I am so thankful to God for His provision in too many ways to list. Today, for day 26, I could not pick just one thing. My heart is just thankful, period. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

This verse just really touched my heart this morning. I was thinking I should post a “thankful” verse for Thanksgiving, but as I read this verse it just continued to speak to my heart. This verse says Jesus was moved “with compassion toward them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd…” He was moved toward compassion toward them. We are living in a time where we need more of that. He began to teach them, He didn’t condemn them for the place they were in. He began to teach them. I don’t know about you, but I’m pretty thankful for that in my life. I am so thankful He poured out His compassion over me and I’m so thankful He continues to teach me daily! I am so far from perfect, but I’m teachable. I’m moldable. He is my potter and I’m the clay being molded into the woman of God He wants me to be. This verse suddenly became a verse all about Thanksgiving to me. We are no longer sheep without a shepherd. He is our Shepherd, if only you allow Him to lead you! Happy Thanksgiving y’all. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And Jesus, when he came out, saw much people, and was moved with compassion toward them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd: and he began to teach them many things.” ~ Mark 6:34

My Father knows what I need before I even realize I have the need and He makes sure I have the provision to meet it. That is the kind of awesome God we serve. I am thankful that my needs are met and I don’t have to stress about how I’m going to meet them. I praise the Lord that He loves us so much He takes care of us down to the smallest of detail! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

It always breaks my heart when someone doesn’t believe in the Lord or receive His word, but we aren’t supposed to argue with them. You have planted a seed. If you argue it, you risk planting resentment in that soil too. God may send someone else along at a different time when their heart is at a different place to receive the word you planted to water it and life will spring forth. Shake the dust from your feet and keep going knowing it is in God’s hands. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“{10} And he said unto them, In what place soever ye enter into an house, there abide till ye depart from that place. {11} And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear you, when ye depart thence, shake off the dust under your feet for a testimony against them. Verily I say unto you, It shall be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgment, than for that city.” ~ Mark 6:10-11

Have you ever met anyone who knows everything? It doesn’t matter what it is, they know the answer. They know absolutely everything there is to know about everything. Yeah, I’m not her. I am constantly learning, because of that I’m growing, I’m not stagnant. I’m okay with not knowing it all. In fact, I’m thankful that I’m teachable. Lord mold me to be more like you daily and never allow me to reach a place where I think I know it all. I never want to be that kind of person. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

These verses sure speak of the days we are living in right now. I want to be want of those labourers for the Lord that this verse speaks of for such a time as this. Many more are needed to answer the call. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“{37} Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly [is] plenteous, but the labourers [are] few; {38} Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest.” ~ Matthew 9:37-38

I am amazed as I look back over my life at God’s hand over it. He never ever let me go. Now He has me firmly in His grip and I’m so thankful for the direction He gives me. So many times He could have let me loose, but His grace and mercy kept me. He had a plan for His daughter and I’m thankful to have His hand over my life and now guiding me every step of the way! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Praise the Lord for His healing touch. His blood allows that same healing today. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“{30} And Jesus, immediately knowing in himself that virtue had gone out of him, turned him about in the press, and said, Who touched my clothes? {31} And his disciples said unto him, Thou seest the multitude thronging thee, and sayest thou, Who touched me? {32} And he looked round about to see her that had done this thing. {33} But the woman fearing and trembling, knowing what was done in her, came and fell down before him, and told him all the truth. {34} And he said unto her, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace, and be whole of thy plague.” ~ Mark 5:30-34

I love to walk outside and watch the bees on the flowers or sit inside and watch the birds on my feeder. God speaks to me so many times through His precious creation as I sit and watch them in their environment. I am thankful for His creation and these moments with Him. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

I sat and thought on these verses for awhile this morning. There was a great storm. Jesus was sleeping through it. The disciples had the Master on the boat, sleeping peacefully. This storm was raging around them and verse 38 says they woke Him and not only woke up, but woke Him saying, “Master, carest thou not that we perish?” We see from today’s verses His response, He rebuked the wind and calmed the seas and ask why they were fearful and where their faith was. Jesus is in our boat. We carry Him everywhere we go, but how many times have we ask where are You Lord? The storms are overtaking me and I can’t see You Lord… Just like with the disciples, He is right there. I’m finding in this season He is teaching me to say peace be still in the storm and then to retreat within Him. Sometimes, I am the one who needs to be still and just lean into Him. Sometimes the rains still pour around me and just lull me to sleep while I know my Father is working on my behalf. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“{39} And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. {40} And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith?” ~ Mark 4:39-40

A little late for day 21, but I am so thankful for nature. God has blessed us with beautiful mountains and oceans. There are rivers and lakes. Vast woods and plains. Not to mention the breath taking sunsets and sunrises that He paints for us. So many times He speaks to me through those clouds I’m watching or those flowers I see blowing in the wind. It is just awesome how He can speak to us through His creation like that and I’m thankful that I can hear His voice in that way. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Today we have the Word that fell on good ground. Verse 20 tells us they heard the Word, they received it, and it brought forth fruit. Lord, let Your Word bring forth fruit in the lives of your children as we do Your Kingdom work. In Jesus name, Amen. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And other fell on good ground, and did yield fruit that sprang up and increased; and brought forth, some thirty, and some sixty, and some an hundred.” ~ Mark 4:8

God loves to speak to His children. He communicates with us in so many ways, we just have to learn to listen for His voice and to watch for it. I am so thankful that I am learning to quiet myself and hear and see Him when He’s speaking to me. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

We find here those who hear the Word, but verse 19 tells us, they go on to allow the cares of the world, the deceitfulness of riches, and the lust of other things to choke the Word and it becomes unfruitful. They heard it, but they didn’t tend to it and it never became fruitful. So much to learn about the Word that is sown! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And some fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up, and choked it, and it yielded no fruit.” ~ Mark 4:7

A lot of tears this evening. I felt overwhelmed, under appreciated. I got back from physical therapy and cried until I fell asleep. I woke and read a comment from a precious sister in Christ and it was exactly what my spirit needed to hear. Those times when the Lord isolated me were the times I grew closer to Him. When the night felt darkest, He had some light He wanted to drop into my spirit through it. If I just pressed into Him harder, He had something more for me. Looking back, I’m thankful for those isolation seasons because I grew so much closer to my Poppa through them. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Now we have the Word falling onto stony ground. Verses 16-17 go on to tell us these people received the Word with gladness immediately after hearing it, but it has no root in themselves. Therefore it endures for a time, but when affliction or persecution arises for the Word’s sake they are offended. That Word never took root in their heart where it could grow and blossom. It was there in appearance only and easily taken way. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“And some fell on stony ground, where it had not much earth; and immediately it sprang up, because it had no depth of earth:” ~ Mark 4:5

I have been through so many seasons throughout my life. Some were happy, some were sad. I had many overflowing with blessings, while others had some serious droughts. I would not take back a single season. God has used every season to make me who I am. So many testimony building experiences are within those seasons and I am thankful for every single one. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Jesus goes on to tell us that this parable is the Word and verse 15 tells when the Word falls by the way side where it is sown, the Word is heard, but the devil comes immediately and takes away the Word that is sown in the heart. I find that so sad. It was sown into the heart and immediately stolen by the enemy. He is ever watching to destroy what is planted making it so important to guard your heart and mind from his attacks! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“{3} Hearken; Behold, there went out a sower to sow: {4} And it came to pass, as he sowed, some fell by the way side, and the fowls of the air came and devoured it up.” ~ Mark 4:3-4

When the Lord brought me to Mountain Life a few years ago I had been completely abandoned and was all alone. I had no idea what I was going to do and I had almost an entire year left on my lease before I could go home. Hundreds of miles from anyone who knew me or cared, God placed me in this little mountain church that forever became my family. They took me in and loved me and oh how I grew. I was baptized with the Holy Ghost there and received my prayer language. I will forever be thankful for that little church and the love I received there. Pastor Manny, Pastor Cheryl, Momma Ann, and big sis Sheryl will forever be engraved on my heart and that’s just a few. There are so many more that have touched my heart forever! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Words matter, even those ones you mutter. Don’t think so? This morning’s passage says we will give an account for EVERY IDLE WORD that we speak. Knowing that, we should choose what we say wisely. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“{36} But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. {37} For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.” ~ Matthew 12:36-37

Goodness, I can remember being in NY working a horrible job with split shifts that was dangerous catching the bus to get home. The Lord had a Christian man reach out to me in a Chinese restaurant and offer me a job because I was obedient to Him and had pulled out His Word and started to read when He had prompted me to. It was a 9-5 job making more money, with the weekends off! I have been at that same job in FL, LA, CO, and now back in WV. I have held so many different positions and titles and seen so many changes. God has taught me so much over 15 years, all from an encounter in a Chinese restaurant. Look at God. I am so thankful for every single opportunity I have been given there and for every bit of knowledge I have gained over the years. I am thankful to work in safety during these COVID times and I am grateful to work in a field that helps others and for a company that does so much for so many! 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

That heart! Verse 34 says, “for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.” What is your “heart” saying? Is it aligned with the Word of God? Right now, with emotions so heightened, it is something we all need to pray a little more about. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“{34} O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh. {35} A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things.” ~ Matthew 12:34-35

When the Lord first moved me to start a blog on FB about 8 years ago I was scared to death. What if no one reads it Lord?! I have no idea what I’m doing, but He told me to trust Him. With an obedient heart, I stepped out in faith and started out on an unknown journey that has been so rewarding. I am thankful to each and everyone of you that reads the words that God inspires me to write and to those who subscribe to my ramblings when I’ve had a difficult day. Those raw emotions are how the Lord uses me the most. I’m thankful and humbled to have you with me on this journey. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

I studied in these verses for a long time today. A kingdom divided against itself cannot stand nor a house divided against itself can stand. I could not help but think about a country divided against itself, something has to give. Prayers for our country and the evil that is fighting for control in the spiritual battle in the unseen. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“{23} And he called them [unto him], and said unto them in parables, How can Satan cast out Satan? {24} And if a kingdom be divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand. {25} And if a house be divided against itself, that house cannot stand. {26} And if Satan rise up against himself, and be divided, he cannot stand, but hath an end. ~ Mark 3:23-26

God has angels watching over us. It’s an awesome blessing when He allows you to see them and it’s a huge comfort to know they are there. My momma has prayed the angels around me as long as I can remember. Pastor Cheryl gave me a precious bracelet several years ago with angels on it that are a constant reminder that I’m never alone. I am thankful for the angels that surround us and war against the evil on our behalf. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Oh how thankful I am that our Jesus’ yoke is easy and His burden is light. I sure needed to find rest in Him and today He called me to do just that. What a loving Father we have. I am so thankful for Him. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“{28} Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. {29} Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. {30} For my yoke [is] easy, and my burden is light.” ~ Matthew 11:28-30

I am a little late on day 13. When I moved back from Colorado this precious lady made it a point to come drag me out of the house on the mountain to go out for Mexican. It has become a regular routine that I cherish (COVID has made it much too long). She has an absolute heart of gold and would drive from Charleston to Jackson Cty in a heartbeat if I needed her. I am thankful to have her in my circle of friends. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

It’s all about the fruit, but it is very important to spend time examining our own fruit. I am finding the renewing of my mind is essential in the growth of healthy fruit! The devil tries so hard to corrupt our fruit and it takes that daily renewing from the Lord to keep it from becoming vile, bitter, and corrupt. I’m not at all perfect, so far from it; but God is doing a good work within me! I am His daily work in progress. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“{17} Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. {18} A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither [can] a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit.” ~ Matthew 7:17-18

Today was a really long day. Just about anything that could go wrong did. I was completely disheartened when out of nowhere I received a message from my cousin offering to bring puppy pads by for my sick baby! Oh my heart! You just don’t even know how that lifted my weary soul. I was in absolute tears at that point in evening and that refreshed my spirit. April is finally resting comfortably and I am so very thankful for my precious cousin Amanda and her amazing heart. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

Test what you hear by the Word of God and watch what fruit those who are speaking bear. 💛 ~ Chelle, #f8ithgal

“{15} Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. {16} Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles?” ~ Matthew 7:15-16