On the fifth day of Christmas My Savior gave to me a future filled with hope.
Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.”
A hopeful heart can only be found when we press into the one who knows the plans He has for us. Continue reading “A Hopeful Heart”
On the Fourth day Of Christmas God gave to me the desire to have a heart that is steadfast on Him.
What does that look like exactly?
The Greek meaning for the word steadfast is (Hedraios)- a seat or base…(Figuratively). Firm, well stationed, securely positioned. not given to fluctuation or moving off course.
A steadfast heart is the kind of heart I long to have.
Psalm 57:7 ” My heart, is confident in you, O God; My heart is confident. No wonder I can sing your praises.” Continue reading “A Steadfast Heart”
On the third day of Christmas God captivated my heart.
How I wish you were there.
I climbed the tallest mountain today, carefully stepping as I ascended straight up to the heavens.
The grooves in the mountain looked as if God’s finger had effortlessly slid down the massive peak carving through the magnificent rock, that would someday catch the rain creating the most beautiful waterfalls. Continue reading “A Captivated Heart”
Your life is a story.
Everyday you awake to write it in great details.
It’s a legacy woven together by minutes, hours, days, months and years.
Someday, someone will tell of your adventures.
It may be silently to themselves or a story they will tell to their children’s children.
I hope the part of your story that is often told is the one where Jesus ransomed your heart.
I remember it well as I recall the day He stepped into my brokenness and spoke words of truth to me.
He called me by name and offered to bring me out of slavery into a life of freedom.
He sent the Savior in the form of a baby.
Raised Him up to be a man who would pay the price for my sins.
The price for my freedom costed him his life.
Today I hold near my heart the scarlet ribbon as a reminder that I was bought with a price.
This life we live is not our own. We were bought at a price, so why do we continue on this life long endeavor to satisfy ourselves through: wealth, status, comfort, and pleasure?
You may be saying to yourself “Well I’m not living a greedy life so therefore this doesn’t apply to me.”
I’ve had a friend ask me why they would still suffer in the end if they always did the right thing but just didn’t believe in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.
Sometimes we justify ourselves and our actions because of our circumstances when the only thing that really matters in this life is glorifying God through those circumstances.
When we have communion at church, it’s a designated time to remember our Savior and His sacrifice for us. In fact He even tells us to remember this in the Bible when he takes the bread and breaks it.
Even though we take the time to remember the cost of our sins in church once a month, it should captivate every second that we breathe. We’ve become so numb to the truth that this man Jesus (Yashua) was beaten and killed for the little white lie I tell now and again, for the hurtful words I speak when I’m angry, for the pity party I throw when I allow the devil to spew his lies at me and I believe them.
Yet through all of this, the scarlet ribbon covers me. I am redeemed through another’s blood. How can I now justify my sin? I can’t… the only thing left for me to do is repent…then rest in His grace and Mercy.
How can we not be transformed, how can we not be convicted to change when we remember the cost of our Lord. The truth can only come clearly to us when we are willing to take that step into a life transformed by God.
Praying for you today,
Jamie
©2016
On the first day of Christmas my Redeemer gave to me, the hope to heal my wounded heart.
He offers that to you as well.
Perhaps the hurt you have endured in this life has left you feeling hallow.
You may have locked it up, this heart of yours.
Maybe your heart has been broken, betrayed or bruised so you made a conscious choice, slapping a sign on the door of your heart that reads “Do not enter,” as you turned the lock and settled into your life never letting anyone in. Continue reading “The Wounded Heart”
Hi everyone, It’s been a while since I’ve posted anything here.
Time has gone by quickly.
I had the opportunity to go back home for a couple of weeks. I enjoyed the warm weather and sweet fellowship with friends and family.
I will post each day leading up till Christmas day, making it “The Twelve Hearts Of Christmas. Hope you get a chance to stop by.
The bible say ” Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” Proverbs 4:23
Praying for you,
Jamie
©2016
It has been a beautiful Summer, filled with mini road trips, concerts in the park, and an occasional excursion to the lake.
Fall is here, and the beautiful Aspen trees splash the mountain side with its golden glow.
It was hard to get out of bed this morning, the chill in the air set the temperature gauge at 33 degrees, Burr.
I drew open the blinds and there it was, a blanket of snow on Pikes Peak already.
As much as I don’t like change, I do love watching the seasons slowly merge. Continue reading “A New Season”
I walked into the room just as I had done for the past week. I began to place my things on the chair near the foot of her bed. The sun casts its rays on the pale pink walls as though it was sending…
Source: Speak Life
Most people say that God doesn’t talk to them. Do you ever wonder if God talks to you? Sometimes in my own life it’s hard to hear God’s voice.
Source: Lean Into The Whisper
I stood at the ocean breathing in deep the salty air. My feet slowly sinking into the wet sand. I couldn’t help but lift my hands in worship.
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On The Sea Of His Grace 