Tag Archives: perseverance

Who Am I?

Posted on November 3, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

Greetings, friend! For those who are new to my blog, I want to welcome you and share a little about myself. My heart is full with truths from the Word of God. I believe the Bible is God-breathed and alive. … Continue reading →

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God’s Battle

Posted on October 24, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

The spiritual battles I face can sometimes be all-consuming, exhausting, and difficult – is it the same for you, my friend? These are the times when I have to rely on the Lord – His strength is displayed in our … Continue reading →

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Press On

Posted on October 17, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

A calling isn’t for the weak So, Lord, give me words to speak, To be bold, never to be meek; Your Kingdom alone to seek. Come praise and come critique Your words flow with the unique, For You, Lord, the … Continue reading →

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You’re Forgiven

Posted on October 16, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

You fell. You confessed. Forgiven, you got back up. You gave God the glory. Time passes… the enemy whispers… he puts doubts in your mind that you’re truly forgiven. Memories race and so does your heart. Are you in this … Continue reading →

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Poetry’s New Life

Posted on October 15, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

When the words are stilled And the muse is cold, When the rhyme has fled And the story left untold, Stoke the ember of hope inside; Rekindle the passion you did derive. To flow forth the colors of life in … Continue reading →

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Sailed On

Posted on October 14, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

In this past Sunday’s sermon, it was mentioned that sometimes in Christopher Columbus’ ship log, he would simply state, “Sailed On.” He eventually came upon some of the biggest discoveries of all time. When life demands more than we can … Continue reading →

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Battle Ready

Posted on August 16, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

Worry looks ahead. Regret looks back. Inward is focused On what I lack. Outward is weak, Yet God is strong. I trust in the One To Whom I belong. Striving for peace, Yet longing for battle. Looking above, I won’t … Continue reading →

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Ministry Mantra

Posted on August 14, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

A poem written to encourage all who face the joys and many challenges of ministry and service in the Lord’s work: Toil, burdens, discouragement, come swift When we answer the call to use our gifts. Some days we are filled … Continue reading →

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Something Strange

Posted on August 13, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

“Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.” 1 Peter 4:12, ESV. As a child of God, this verse doesn’t scare me (Trials, … Continue reading →

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Isolation = Extinction

Posted on July 9, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

I visited a historical landmark of a society that was extreme and believed in celibacy – men and women living apart from one another never to join. Not surprisingly, this radical group became extinct as they had no offspring. They … 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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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 →