Author Archives: Rachel D. Lyne

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About Rachel D. Lyne

Author of Faith-based Fiction ("The Tales of Rizalia Series") and Nonfiction ("The Apple - A Woman's Battle Plan: Overcoming Forbidden Fruit in Marriage"). Lyne is also an inspirational public speaker for women, youth, and writers' groups.

Before You

Before You, My life’s goal Was to play my role. I was sold On what I was told. Then, You called my name and touched my soul, Forgave my mess and made me whole. I’ll follow You till I’m worn … Continue reading

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Inward Eyes

Sounds like an oxymoron statement – looking inward with your eyes. Not to be confused with being centered around ourselves, looking inward is taking a personal inventory on how we are aligning with God’s Word. Looking around only causes distractions … Continue reading

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New

I am Yours and no one else’s. You open my eyes to be selfless. Sweetly Your name is spoken through my daily breath. I read Your words and, to my soul, You’re daily bread. Take my hand and walk with … Continue reading

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Question

My devo today is a bit more interactive. I am curious to know – why is fantasy so huge in our culture? Books, movies, games, social media – basically anything that takes away from reality. We are fed so much … Continue reading

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God is Over All

The Lord God… Overtakes my path Overpowers the darkness Overshadows my enemies Oversees my future Overrides my sin & shame Overthrows temptation Overwhelms my heart with love Overabundantly provides Overruns my fear Overflows with grace Overcame the grave God is … Continue reading

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One of Us

I am so thankful that I know and have a relationship with a God and King who desired to be with us by becoming one of us. So many people have an idea that God is distant; uncaring. This couldn’t … Continue reading

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“Set Apart” by Vicki Plaster Baird

I want to share this poem by Vicki Baird with you. Because the eloquence of others oftentimes encompasses what we feel. “Isolate me, if Thou must Train my heart to love and trust By the arrow’s inward thrust I am … Continue reading

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Unplugged

The past few days, I “unplugged” on a weekend away in the woods. It’s liberating. And terrifying. This blog isn’t about how technology is bad, blah blah blah (LOL). It’s about how terrifying it is when we’re feeling disconnected or … Continue reading

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Words of Love

As a blogger, I humble myself often. Nothing I can say is as profound as what God has already said. Yet, I can be an encourager. Display God’s beauty. Proclaim truth that has been set since the world began. As … Continue reading

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Acrostics – Fear, Doubt, & Lies

I found this on a devotional app (possibly from David Ramos’ “Magnetic Faith”) and is definitely worth sharing! I do not take credit for the acrostics below (but I wish I could, because they’re superb!): F – False E – … Continue reading

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No Words

When I have no words… Psalm 42:11, “Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise Him, my salvation and my God.” ESV Bible Romans … Continue reading

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The Unfathomable

If we could put Him in a box, He wouldn’t be God. If we knew all His ways, He wouldn’t be God. If His words weren’t truth, He wouldn’t be God. If His love was not sufficient, He wouldn’t be … Continue reading

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