Tag Archives: Christianity

One Life

Posted on July 5, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

“Only one life, ’twill soon be passed, Only what’s done for Christ will last.” So, to Your precepts, I’ll hold fast; All evil I shall henceforth cast. My heart should not be downcast, For your love has surpassed All the … Continue reading →

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What Is Freedom to You?

Posted on July 4, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

Many of my beloved readers are from different countries. As you may know, I am from the US and today is our “Independence Day.” It causes me to think about “freedom.” Even though it seems America has an abundance of … Continue reading →

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Kingdoms

Posted on July 3, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

We’ve all tried to build kingdoms on our own. Banes of existence in castles, on thrones. Set high above, which should be brought low. Raising flags from depths of the undertow. Making selfish decrees of empty intent; Proclaiming independence from … Continue reading →

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Calmness

Posted on June 30, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

Lately, I’ve been anxious. In my mind there are 12 plates spinning while I’m balancing a pencil on my nose, trying not to fall off a rickety table while on my tip toes. The Bible speaks a lot about anxiety … Continue reading →

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Spectrums

Posted on June 29, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

How on earth To honor the ways of heaven? While we toil To make bread without leaven? Holy and pure You are. Humbled I am – how near, yet far. With arms stretched out, I can touch Your face. With … Continue reading →

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Humility

Posted on June 28, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

In a non-fiction book I’m writing, there’s a dedicated chapter on humility. There are countless times in Scripture where humility is mentioned and set as an instruction for us. Want your circumstances to change? Humble yourself. What a closer relationship … Continue reading →

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When Plans Change

Posted on June 21, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

I’m not sure about you, but when plans change in my arena of life, I tend to become upset at first, and then remember God’s plan. It’s not to hurt me, but to teach, train, protect, and love me. When … Continue reading →

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Father’s Heart

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

In yesterday’s Father’s Day sermon, a picture was shown that was quite profound. There was a beam of light in the shape of a heart shining through a father and onto his daughter. We do leave legacies to our children. … Continue reading →

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Heavenly Father

Posted on June 16, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

H – Holy E – Everlasting A – Able V – Victorious E – Enduring N – Nurturing L – Loving Y – Yahweh F – Faithful A – Attentive T – Teacher H – Honest E – Embracing R … Continue reading →

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Thinking of Time

Posted on June 15, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

Our cultural structured ways of making schedules, agendas, and timelines can be overwhelming. In an Instant Era, it’s now become what we are used to and what’s expected. Fast-paced. Instant results. Quick decisions. I’ve often thought that as humans, (being … Continue reading →

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Limitless

Posted on June 14, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

Countless faults of mine You erase; Endless grace You bestow to me. Infinite ways I felt like a disgrace; Innumerable ways of comfort I see. Continual doubts wrecked my mind, Everlasting peace You promise. Boundless love in You I find. … Continue reading →

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The Architect

Posted on June 13, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

My young child has decided to be an architect. Fantastic with building blocks and analytical engineering – he’s destined to build! But sometimes, he miscalculates. Often, he has great ideas, albeit impractical. But what about God? They say God is … Continue reading →

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