It is raining today, and I gladly welcome this saturation for my thirsty gardens. God uses rain to bless us, fill us, nourish us, and bring potential growth. In the land that seems to have nothing, a desert, with the Lord’s gift of dew from Heaven, the ground springs to life with the seeds hiddenContinue reading “Refreshment from Above by ems”
Category Archives: Life’s Ponderings
Wisdom From Above by ems 8/12/23
“But wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle,open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere.”~ James 3:17 ESV So, how do I live this out DAILY in my relationship with God and others?Let us consider each attribute and how to apply it. Be PURE: To love God and loveContinue reading “Wisdom From Above by ems 8/12/23”
Depths Of Healing from God’s Ocean
When life is full and overwhelming, we may feel like we are drowning in an ocean of chaos as we are tossed about by the waves of difficulty we pass through. Yet, God says: “Come aside and be with Me. Find your RESToration and fullness of joy in My Presence. There is healing in My ocean.”Continue reading “Depths Of Healing from God’s Ocean “
RESToration and Stillness in the Presence of a Busy God
Our loving God rules over all, for He blesses us with seasons, days, and precious moments.In His presence is fullness of joy, and we can be still because He is not.He is ever working for His glory, for all people, and against all evil.Our Sovereign God calls us by name and sings over us asContinue reading “RESToration and Stillness in the Presence of a Busy God”
Dispelling Darkness
There are treasures made in darkness, precious gems created under pressure while hidden away, yet darkness must have its limits. Every 24 hours includes a portion of darkness. The Greek word for darkness actually means the absence of light. But how do we dispel the darkness? Physical darkness is eradicated even with a minor sourceContinue reading “Dispelling Darkness”
The Kindness of God
Kindness requires humility, grace, genuine love, mercy, and at times, forgiveness. Our compassionate God has displayed each of these attributes towards us throughout human history. So how do we follow His example? Ask yourself three questions as you consider this: >How and when do I show kindness towards others? >What is my heart’s motive whenContinue reading “The Kindness of God”
The Guardian
God, in His mercy, cares for us in so many unseen ways. He is gracious to give us sunshine and rain daily and is mindful that without His help, we could not live. His Fatherly love is lavished upon us as He interacts with us in beautiful ways. But what do we do in timesContinue reading “The Guardian “
God’s Power
Here are my gleanings (summary notes) from my current Bible study from week 5: Knowing The AlmightyBehold Your God: The Weight of Majesty by John Snyder12-week devotional workbook and DVD God’s Power … …Is Essential To His Being Power is not merely what God possesses; it is who He is. …Is Self-Existing The origin ofContinue reading “God’s Power”
The Value Of Wisdom ~ Proverbs Chapter 2
Often, value, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. As a result, we tend to attribute more weight to the things we treasure. Yet, what is significant for me, may not even capture your attention. So, ask yourself, what do I value? We can experience things with our five senses that have aContinue reading “The Value Of Wisdom ~ Proverbs Chapter 2”