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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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Don’t Go for the Paprika!

It was a morning like any other. Piping hot coffee would be the crescendo to a brisk start, right? Until I mistook PAPRIKA for CINNAMON in my coffee. It looked the same, came out the same, but let me tell … Continue reading

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Well…Come!

Are you weary, friend? Have you taken inventory of your life and found your cares to be like a bulging suitcase that won’t shut? So much so, that when you try to lock it away, it pops open, spewing out … Continue reading

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One-Hit Wonder?

You know the bands of yesteryear – the ones that came like a flash, their one and only hit song immortalized by culture and humanity. Chances are, you can list off a few one-hit wonder bands and songs that you … 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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Climate Change

Ready for Spring? I know I am…! The frigid snow melts…vibrant flowers peek through the rich earth…the air envelopes us in fresh warmth…can you imagine it now? Take a moment to breathe in the newness of impending spring, and as … Continue reading

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Seeing in Part, Knowing in Part

(Please read the whole way through) My child took this picture in pano mode while we were in a moving vehicle and I must say, it made me think. This distorted image represents how our vision can be abstracted while … 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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Are You on a Side Quest?

Greetings! I am coming back to you after a month of…well…chaos. And, chances are, you’ve gone through your fair share of it, too! Be encouraged, my friend, and take this time to refocus your heart and mind on the things … Continue reading

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T is for Thanksgiving – Acts

And I’m not talking about the holiday, even though it is good to give thanks then! I am talking about thanksgiving – for the good times and bad times – what?! Yes, we need to be thankful for it all … Continue reading

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A is for Adoration (Acts)

Beloved ones, welcome. Today, we begin our prayer guide using the ACTS acronym. Please see my last post about the details before we delve into the meanings. A is for adoration. In prayer, we should start with recognizing who God … Continue reading

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