Tag Archives: words of hope

When Storms Come

Posted on July 6, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

Driving toward my destination, the conditions ahead were unmistakable – dark clouds, threatening weather ahead. The sight was starkly different than the sunshine directly above me, which indicated a sunny, beautiful day. Knowing that ominous clouds would soon greet me, … 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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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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Memorial Day

Posted on May 27, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

In America, we call today, “Memorial Day,” where we remember all who sacrificed to keep our land free. This also means free to worship! I am grateful for all who have protected our freedoms through sacrifice. Psalm 33:12 recognizes that … Continue reading →

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Down Day

Posted on May 19, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

Today’s devotional is simply to say, “It’s okay to not be okay.” And it is. I’m sure I’m not the only one with the perfectionist/people-pleaser gene. I’m also not the only one who has had bad experiences, gets emotional or … Continue reading →

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Gunnysacking

Posted on May 17, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

Life can get us down. That’s no surprise to anyone. If you’re breathing, you’re facing adversity today. Maybe not physically all the time, but spiritually, battles wage. Sometimes we wonder why we feel the way we do – like we’re … Continue reading →

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Weary?

Posted on May 15, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

Many people have a life verse. What’s yours? Mine is Galatians 6:9, which talks about not growing weary in doing good, because we will reap a harvest in due season if we don’t give up. Some days, I am weary, … Continue reading →

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No One Else

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

You offer me life And You give it abundantly. To me, unworthy, selfish me. Forgive me if I struggle to know The way You love me so thorough. I’m undeserving, ever-swerving From Your grace. Your matchless grace. I praise You, … Continue reading →

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One Day

Posted on May 2, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

Testing and trying, the enemy persists, Wanting and waiting, my heart does resist. Beyond the touch of human knowns, For heavenly respite, weary souls groan. Fleeting and flying are thoughts of mine. Pushing and pulling; yearning for the Divine. One … Continue reading →

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Mighty Warriors

Posted on April 29, 2019 by Rachel D. Lyne

In the Bible, David was a mighty warrior – he didn’t just sing and write about being one. Many books in the Bible record the battles King David and the Lord fought. He wasn’t just a warrior in words or … Continue reading →

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