Tag Archives: Christianity

Willing Spirit vs. Weak Flesh

“THE FLESH WANTS TO REASON AWAY ACTION TOWARD REPENTANCE.” – Rachel D. Lyne This quote from my book, “The Apple,” is loosely based off Matthew 26:41 ESV, “Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed … Continue reading

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Is “Able” the Same Thing as “Will?”

Thanks for coming today! God laid this important topic on my heart, so I’m glad you’re here. The Spirit stirs within me when I hear people say, “Well, God is able, so He will.” This statement is innocent in its … Continue reading

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But God

For a little moment, the cross held Him. BUT He conquered over it. For a little moment, darkness covered the land. BUT His light pierced it. For a little moment, fear overtook those who doubted. BUT God replaced fear with … Continue reading

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Blue Streaks

High school art class. The lighting was dim. Soft, reflective music played in the background. I twirled the colored pencils and charcoals in my fingers, elegantly tracing the contours of my face on the paper canvas – a self portrait. … Continue reading

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Heaven Hours

Welcome back to my blog, friend. God calls us different places at different times, but I haven’t forgotten you! I pray everyone is staying healthy and trusting in the Lord during these times. Continue to cling to the Light! Many … Continue reading

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C is for Confession – Acts

Hello, readers! I come to you today with a topic that is grossly misunderstood and unpopular – confession. When praying, confession is critical. The God we love is a holy God. He cannot have sin in His presence. Before we … Continue reading

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ACTS – A Simple Prayer Guide

Hello beautifully & masterfully crafted ones! I decided to do a prayer guide that expounds upon what I’ll be teaching my students next week. Have you heard of the prayer method, “ACTS?” It’s an acronym for prayer and it goes … Continue reading

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Strengthened by Storms

Hello, Reader 🙂 I’m going to talk one-on-one with you today about something that’s been on my mind and heart. I’m hearing so much about this pandemic and about the “storm.” “Same storm, different boat” in a nutshell. And yes, … Continue reading

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Perspective on Mother’s Day

Everyone has different feelings about Mother’s Day – pain, joy, hurt, thankfulness, bitterness, love. It’s a mixed bag, which is why I simply want to share my story. If you’re a mother today and you’re reading this, allow my story … Continue reading

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Haiku From My Heart

God’s Word brings us hope. Light and life You freely give. I trust You always. ©️2020 Rachel D. Lyne

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Pandemic Poem

Days of wait and hours of late; Fear at the door and panic at the gate; Stay in, not near is what our ears hear; And it cultivates a pandemic of fear. Pray for the hospitals who are always open. … Continue reading

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What’s Your Escape?

No one has to tell you this world is a scary place, especially right now with the Coronavirus running rampant. Lives are turned upside down. Plans uprooted. The world around us shutting down… it’s scary stuff! We all have escapisms … Continue reading

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