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Devotions and Words

Words of Wisdom, Knowledge and Understanding inspired by God.

A sweet chicken.

What Do Chickens Know

    Did you know that hens talk or cluck to their chicks whilst they are still in their eggs? As the chicks grow older and develop… 

    Mighty oak tree spreading its limbs to the sky in workship to God.

    Longing Fulfilled

      Oh God, this longing for Thee is quenched by nothing else in the world – whether substances, materials, or actions to appease our flesh, whether… 

      Three hens in the yard seeking what would b egood for food.

      What’s in Your Mouth is Nothing

        While letting three backyard hens run in the yard one morning, one of them picked up a piece of plastic and began to celebrate. Thinking… 

        View from a dry bank filled with lush green plants overlooking a calm body of water.

        Cross Over

          Today is very important. It is a moment in time when much comes to this place of crossing over. My beloved America will stand. Even… 

          Pine and Oak trees standing tall lifting their limbs to God to praise Him under a blue sky reflected in a clear lake.

          Bless the Lord

            The greatest of Your Name, we humbly raise. We rejoice in Thee. Hallowed be Thy Name. Worthy is Thy Name. Let us dwell in this… 

            several succulent plants living together in one pot lifting their leaves up in praise to God

            Sound of Amazing Grace

              In the noise of the now, we surrounded by messages that would bring fear to our hearts and make our knees weak, but God! God… 

              Three purples morning glory flowers blooming in the morning dew

              Richer and Sweeter

                You give up the treats of mankind, those things that distract, those things that hinder you, those things that you seek gratification from. I make… 

                Two labs excitedly running from the sandy shore to the ocean deep.

                I Pour Upon You

                  What can I pour out upon you? Beloved, consider this question in the light of My presence. Mankind limits what is possible through Me. Have… 

                  Oak trees in a line before a setting sun

                  Meet and Fit

                    Is it a large thing for Me to move you? Is it beyond my reach to reposition you into beauty and give you the desires… 

                    three yellow labs vigorously and joyfullyrunning down a woodsy path

                    The Mere Mention of You

                      I am refreshed by the mere mention of You, Oh God. I had stalled in my walk with Thee, and did not know how to… 

                      oak tree

                      Lift Your Head, Weary One

                        At times we may feel as though we are in exile (literally or figuratively). For some the effects are physical, for others spiritual, and for… 

                        Looking up at a maple tree with pink buds about to spring forth with new life.

                        The Soul Laid Bare

                          My spirit proclaims, “I was created for You, Oh God,” yet why do choices I make demonstrate the opposite? Is there a place in this… 

                          Mighty oak enduring through the ages

                          Endurance & Faith

                            I discovered a sermon yesterday on YouTube from Feb 2020 by Lana Vawser entitled, “A New Level of Normal.” This is a refreshing perspective on… 

                            yellow lab puppy sleeping soundly with soft paws resting on a blanket, dreaming of things to come.

                            You’re Not Used Up

                              Word from the Lord: I free you to pray more and more. I have not forgotten you, I have not altered your purpose for which… 

                              Flower blooming out of a noisey environment of sticks, weeds, leaves into its destined beauty.

                              Refined to Bloom

                                A word of encouragement for those who feel pummeled by life. Be not discouraged, oh beloved of God, He is nigh unto thee and His… 

                                pine trees towering against a winter sky

                                Attentive to Our Cries

                                  Oh Lord, we meditate on Your word, pray, and raise Your standard of righteousness as the truth by which we live. Psalm 34:1-22 I will… 

                                  two yellow lab puppies resting peacefully with their eyes closed and bodies relaxed.

                                  Be Ye Settled

                                    I made your frame. I know your sitting down and your rising up. I am aware of all of your thoughts. Fear not, for I… 

                                    thick pine straw

                                    God Reveals the Hidden

                                      The Lord will keep in perfect peace, him whose mind is stayed on Him. While working in the yard today, I discovered something about my… 

                                      field covered with brown grass tangeled up looking up to clear blue sky

                                      I Bend Down to Hear

                                        I Am, and all who call on Me I bend down to hear. Nothing is impossible with Me. Time is in My hands. What the… 

                                        fall field with wild vegitation growing and the setting sun shining over it with beams of light.

                                        Purpose of Prayer

                                          The Bible instructs us that God’s will for us in Christ Jesus is to rejoice always, pray continually, and to give thanks in all circumstances… 

                                          a tall, strong pecan tree with four large limbs filled with healthy leaves kissed by the setting sun.

                                          At Ease and Unmoved

                                            Be at ease, My child, let not the turmoil of the surrounding sea cause you anxiety. Cast all your cares upon Me, the One who… 

                                            fall leaves colored with organge and red on a tree looking up to the blue sky

                                            Refreshed Through Fasting

                                              All of my life I’ve struggled with food. Eating was a source of pleasure to celebrate, a source of comfort when sad or frustrated, or… 

                                              laptop sitting on a wicker table overlooking an ocean of emarld and sand of white.

                                              Unafraid of Days Ahead

                                                How precious are your thoughts, Oh God, how vast is the sum of them. If we would count them, they are more than the sand… 

                                                Pine tree brach with twisted needles blocking out the radiant light of the sun.

                                                Through the Chaos

                                                  When the chaos of the world seems overwhelming, we who are the children of God are to be unmoved by the look and sound of… 

                                                  morning sun rising over a green field surrounding by spreading oak trees

                                                  Be Ye Refreshed

                                                    Come to Me, you who are weary and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you, for My yoke is easy and My… 

                                                    looking up toward blue sky past trees to the light of the son

                                                    Our Only Responsibility

                                                      I wanted to share the video below from Eric Gilmour via YouTube. This truly is concise and encouraging. Hope the message blesses your heart and… 

                                                      pinecone laying on a trail of pine needles

                                                      Just Follow God

                                                        Prayer: Your word gives me understanding, Oh God. You have called me to Yourself, to deny myself and follow Thee. You enlarge my perspective to see… 

                                                        dog paw print in the sand

                                                        What Should I Do

                                                          I became distracted by the noises of the now from people of all walks of life. I heard messages on the state of the world… 

                                                          a flower growing and blooming out of complex soil.

                                                          Rebuild the Walls

                                                            Following is a video on YouTube by Christy Johnston which is a powerful word from the Lord over the USA of revelation and hope. Oh… 

                                                            purple flowers bursting forth in a meadow of pines and scrub grass

                                                            Season of Awakening

                                                              This has been a time of awakening, sober reflection, and seeking God with all of our hearts. God’s people are praying and beseeching His presence…