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