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Behold, I stand at the door [of the church] and continually knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him (restore him), and he with…

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LET HIS HANDS TOUCH AND HEAL YOU

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No matter how we shield ourselves from emotional distresses, the inevitable happens and we get wounded. Whether intentional or unintentional, an unseen wound leaves a much deeper scare on the walls of the heart than its outward counterpart. Pain emanating from the soul is not easily quieted and is an indicator that something is wrong. It is the Epicenter that houses the mind, will and emotions, and bears the stain of life’s struggles. Psalms 4:23 admonishes us to umpire or “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” This verse is easier said than done as the emotion is quite the “trouble maker”; it is never at peace until it stirs up the heart and forces the will to play its game. The tendency to run, hide, medicate and deny its presence is what most of us do, hence impeding the healing process and prolonging the distress.

TAKING OFF THE MASK

I remember going to a single mom’s bible study all “put together” on a Saturday morning. I was just going through the motions, literally hiding behind a “cover girl” make-up mask. A wounded soul I was, covered with scars and scabs of old relationships and spiritually bound with daddy issues, feelings of abandonment and rejection One can only hide for so long under the guise of holiness until the Spirit of the Lord takes the cover of your mess.

Reluctantly, I participated in the worship and before long, I was “knock of my horse” in the midst of the singing. A force greater than myself had brought me to my knees weeping like a mother who had just lost her child. It was at that very moment that the Holy Spirit “pierce my heart” with the words of the song, “We fall down, we lay our crowns at the feet of Jesus”

We Fall Down by Chris Tomlin .(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9jhLNDfAKQ)

That day, I knelt down at the throne of grace and felt the concentrated presence of God around me holding my heart. Years of toxic relationships had tipped the scale and it could not be restrained any longer in the midst of a Holy God. The playing field of my heart was leveled almost 11 years ago and my life has never been the same.

We ladies are good at keeping up appearances, but today I am calling you out on it, to keep it real before your Heavenly Father because He has the healing grace for every wounded soul. Off-load your “Junk” in the presence of the Lord! Disrobe your heart before him and be assured that:

Jesus is able to restore and heal your wounded soul (Come boldly to his throne)

Acknowledge you are hurting(be transparent with God or a trusted prayer partner)

Forgive yourself and Whoever hurt you (in person, on paper, in biblical counseling session, professional intervention)

Allow yourself to feel the pain & Surrender it to God (Jesus wept, Hannah wept, David wept)

Mine God’s word for Truths to renew and heal your mind

Arm yourself with the Spiritual Weapons found in God’s Word and STAND your ground (Ephesians 6:10-18)

Use your experiences to help others overcome

Stay Connected to the Body of Christ

Continue to study God’s Word (Grow in grace )

Share your testimony often

REFLECTIONS Hebrews 4:16, “Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need”.

Don’t fight the hands of God today, as he takes the cover off your Mess and pours out His healing grace to heal your wounded soul.

original post May 08, 2018 Space of Grace Today

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Content: D.L Lewis

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THE HEART OF THE SEEKER

Longing for something more!

In John chapter 4,Jesus met a Samaritan woman at a well. This was no coincidence; he was there in response to the cries of her heart. This woman was desperate and tired of the same ole thing. In response to her…

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“A LIFE POURED OUT & SURRENDERED”

The book of John chapter 6 accounts the miracle of the 5 loaves and 2 fishes. Let me share a bit of what happened, for the benefit of those not familiar with this story. We pick up this account in John chapter 6 verses 1 through 11.

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“After this, Jesus went across the Sea of Galilee (some call it Tiberias). A huge crowd followed him, attracted by the miracles they had seen him do among the sick. When he got to the other side, he climbed a hill and sat down, surrounded by his disciples. It was nearly time for the Feast of Passover, kept annually by the Jews. 5-6 When Jesus looked out and saw that a large crowd had arrived, he said to Philip, “Where can we buy bread to feed these people?” He said this to stretch Philip’s faith. He already knew what he was going to do. 7 Philip answered, “Two hundred silver pieces wouldn’t be enough to buy bread for each person to get a piece.” 8-9 One of the disciples—it was Andrew, brother to Simon Peter—said, “There’s a little boy here who has five barley loaves and two fish. But that’s a drop in the bucket for a crowd like this.” 10-11 Jesus said, “Make the people sit down.” There was a nice carpet of green grass in this place. They sat down, about five thousand of them. Then Jesus took the bread and, having given thanks, gave it to those who were seated. He did the same with the fish. All ate as much as they wanted.

Logically, there was no possible way that a small portion of food, could feed so many. Interestingly enough, this story was strategically recorded in this sacred book. Just look at who he would use to make a powerful point to you and I! the lamb of glory would use a child, one considered to be stubborn, often foolish and very unskilled. Maybe right now you may be saying,

Can God use me?

How could your story motivate the masses or

Can my gift really make a difference? The answer is YES😊

Maybe you don’t know what to do or how. You may even think you have nothing to offer! My friend regardless of where you are, there is hope. Like the little boy’s lunch, Less Is More in God’s economy. Let’s consider THE WHO that was used, it was a child. Now consider THE WHAT-5 loaves of bread and 2 small fishes, literally a mustard seed portion in the face of so many people. Finally, consider THE HOW – a willingness to serve

FACT – We all have something to offer and God is able to use it, if placed in his hands.

HERE IS AN IDEA – Think of something you’d like to do for God or been desiring to do for his glory, if given the opportunity. What if you tell Jesus about it today? Ask him to show you how to place it in his hands.

REFLECTIONS: Isaiah 6:8, “Then I heard the Lord asking, “Whom should I send as a messenger to this people? Who will go for us?” I said, “Here I am. Send me.”

FOOD FOR THOUGHT – The possibilities are endless with a life that is poured out,willing and surrendered to the hands of Jesus.

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Content: L.M.Burton

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DOING IT FOR HIM

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The language of Jesus is love. It is a language spoken without words. It is communicated through actions of obedience to what Jesus wants us to do. Daily walking it out one person at time. In volunteering a few times, a year, I have heard a phrase spoken over and repeatedly. We are here for Jesus. As we serve “We do it for him” As we are giving a helping hand, we do it for him” We have no idea what someone else may be going through or why they are having a bad day. Regardless of their behavior, we are here for Jesus. Don’t let anyone ruin that for you. Extend Love. love on that person – do it for him.

Let that be the reason why we give,

let that be the reason why we serve

let that be the reason why we sing

Let the reason why we do what we do.

Let the motivation be that we do it for him. Jesus said,”I came to do the will of my father” John 6:38 He is the image of his father. Many times he said that if you’ve seen him, you’ve seen the father also. Let us strive to attain that same mentality, that our walk and all that we do, point to Jesus. O that people will see him.

What we do is more powerful than what we say – “ACTION SPEAKS LOUDER THAN WORDS” Walking out love in our daily lives -active demonstration. The message of Jesus in non-audio format, communicating a language that is universal, understood by every race, color gender and nationality. Communicating his language of love, in all that we do. More powerful when it is felt and experienced!

Take a look in the mirror, do you see an opportunity there?

Take a look on our jobs, is there an opportunity to show love there?

Take a look in your neighborhood, is there an opportunity for love there?

In our homes and church fellowship. Is there an opportunity to show love there?

Dear friends, we really don’t have to go far to put LOVE in action. The fields are white and pregnant with opportunities to communicate the message of Jesus – “Without Words” Will you do it for him?

TODAY’S REFLECTIONS

John 13:35, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

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Content and Narration: L.M.Burton

Music: Intro: Space in Time by Jay Man Our music box https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xd2ez…

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AS WE WAIT FOR THE PROMISE, LET US NOT LOSE HOPE!

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“WHY ARE YOU IN DESPAIR, O MY SOUL?” Psalms 43.5

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It’s an amazing thing how nature renews itself; having the unbelievable power to teach us truths when we tune in. We all have experienced dark cloud closing in on a rainy day. But the real excitement for me is when I see the sun pushing through the oppression of darkness, spilling a shimmer of light around it. Beloved how many dark clouds have erupted in your life this year casting a shadow of doubt and despair on your dreams? The momentary interruptions that we experience sometimes hurt but they cannot last. Why? Like the shimmer of the light that pierces the cloud, we have the power of perception working in our favor to bend even the toughest of will to seeing the silver lining under every dark cloud.

For instance, a traffic mishap leaves you without a car or plan. You walk away without a scratch but how will you get around or even get to work. Darkness closes in, leaving you in another type of wreck mentally. However, little did you know the seemingly horrific car accident would be the key to receiving a vehicle and a financial blessing that would help you and two other people. Never discount a disaster because even the worst situations could end up being the silver lining to your dark cloud.

Job was one who had one bad situation right after another. He lost all that he had even his children to a disaster. Though he was not at fault in the matter, there was a dark power at work behind the scene instigating and inciting trouble so Job would loose heart and trust in God. Though Job suffered physical assault from the unpleasant boils that covered his body, mental battering from his “so called” friends and wife, and a moment of weakness where he questioned God’s ability, Yet, his Faith remained solid. Job’s famous quote at the end of his pondering was “Though he slay me, yet will I trust him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him” (Job 13:15). Wow!. God obliged Job’s faithfulness with a blessing of health, wealth, more children and resources beyond what he had before. Never discount the dark clouds; there is always a silver lining lurking in the shadows.

Beloved, sometimes its hard to trust God when everything is falling apart. But, in spite of how we feel, we must decide upfront whether we will perish or” ride out” the storm. It is the attitude of the heart that gets us through the raging currents of the heart and dispels the reckless thoughts of mutiny and abandoning our hope. There is meaning purpose in every storm and if we look hard enough, God will honor our faith with the ability to see the silver lining wrapped up in the storm.

REFLECTIONS

James 1:3-4 – Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.

Faithful is that promised, Your sister in the journey until next time saying ” be encouraged”.

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Content: D.L. Lewis

Narration and Editing: L.M.Burton

Music: Intro: Space in Time by Jay Man Our music box https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xd2ez…

Music: Passing Time – Kevin MacLeod https://youtu.be/hALKMg3w7LA

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Father knows Best

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Suppose we got everything we asked for; how different would life be for us? Lets see! Maybe we wished we were never born but failed to considered the 3 beautiful children that depend on us. How about us wanting to be rich? Shaazam! Riches shows up in our life along with selfishness, abuse of power, pride and eventually, misuse of people. What if a young child finally gets his/her wish to be popular? What would be the end result. That is a scary thought!! Like little children, we ask and desire things that we do not need and when we get it, disappointment sets in after a short while. It’s time for us to stop, think through then mentally backing our way into the situation. Ask ourselves the tough questions like:

“Is this a legitimate need?”

“Why am I making this decision or sacrifice?”

“Am I prepared to live with the consequences?”

“Am I prepared to pay the cost of this decision?”

Sometimes the best answer one can get is “NO” OR “WAIT”

Many times, impatience incites us to push down the guard rails of safety, the father has placed in our lives to keep us out of harm’s way. With a strong will we proceed only to find perils and sorrows on the other side. The bible gives us a guideline on how to PRAY because sometimes we ask for things that is outside of his will. Jesus said in Matthew 6:9-13 9 “Our Father in heaven,hallowed be your name,10 your kingdom come,your will be done,on earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us today our daily bread.12 And forgive us our debts,as we also have forgiven our debtors. 13 And lead us not into temptation,but deliver us from the evil one”.

Dear Friends, because we have been conditioned by the manners, customs and behaviors of society for so long, we don’t always know what to ask for. Or, when we ask, our selfish motivation tends to takes over.

daily bread is not what every marketer is pedaling,

its not what Facebook is telling us,

or the latest image Hollywood is selling us.

“Daily Bread” may not look the same for everyone. One person may only need strength and wisdom to get through the day while someone else may need a job or just a little respite from the daily routine of caring for a loved one. while another may really need a pinch of correction. Specific in nature, Daily bread is the mercies of God in the form and measure that we need most. Beloved, it is hard to know the will of God on a personal level without cultivating a real relationship with HIM. He wants to supply our needs and be that “PRESENT HELP IN THE TIMES OF TROUBLE”. However, we must believe that he is able and willing to help. This will require trusting and surrendering our minds, emotions and will to HIM so he can lead and guide our every decision.

REFLECTIONS Mathew 6:11, “Give us today our daily bread”.

Beloved one, It is time for us to step away from all of the voices calling out for attention and quietly draw near to God. Let HIM help us today to find the right course of action,that will satisfy the requirements of “OUR DAILY BREAD”. Your sister in the journey until next saying,be encouraged!

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Music: Intro: Space in Time by Jay Man Our music box https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xd2ez…

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PURSUING YOUR DREAMS

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There is no Harm in Waiting

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“HASTE MAKE WASTE” Benjamin Franklin

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SEASONS CHANGE! PEOPLE CHANGE

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What Are You Running From?

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NO MORE RUNNING, STAND YOUR GROUND!

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Time to get Ready

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Everything was now ready. The Hall had been tastefully decorated. The guests were all in their designated places. The groom was dressed and in position and the music was just perfect for the occasion. All was perfect except for the Bride! There was a bewildered look on her face, so it was obvious that she was not ready. Her hair and nails were not done. Her face was not prepared and her wedding dress was filthy. There were spots and stains all over it. She reeked of something awful ! What a terrible state to be in.

Friends, even though the world is in a state of unrest and chaos, this should not the case for those called by the name of Jesus. Our focus should be different since we are being prepared for something greater, something that out of this world. After all, we are the Church, the redeemed, the bride of Christ . We are being trained and prepared for the day when we will see our Lord face to face. The Readiness process is a great undertaking, that will no doubt will take some time. This Transformation is from the inside out. Our gracious Lord is so mindful of our human frailties; therefore, he patiently works with us. By the Holy Spirit, and in stages he brings to our attention the things that needs to change. It is only as we surrender to him, the work of stripping off the old and putting on the new begins. Distractions and our own rebellious tendencies slows the work, but a willing heart makes the process so much easier.

Dear friends, There is coming a day when Jesus, our “Bride Groom” will return, to take us to be with him. Today, while there is still time, let us be willing to make the needed changes as we are prompted by the Spirit of God. O Precious Holy Spirit, today we cry out to you, convict our hearts of sin. May you open our eyes to the truth. Strengthen us to embrace and confess what you show us about ourselves. Lord,ignite a fire within your redeemed drawing us nearer and nearer to you. We want to be a people that is ready to meet you. Though change may be painful at times, may we have a willingness to be molded into the “Bride of Christ“. A bride that is fit and ready for her Wedding Day.

Reflections Mathew 25:6, “At midnight they were roused by the shout, ‘Look, the bridegroom is coming! Come out and meet him!’

Beloved, may our Lord find us dressed and ready to meet him. Your sister in the journey until next time saying, be encouraged.

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Content, Narration and Editing: L.M.Burton

Music: Intro: Space in Time by Jay Man Our music box https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xd2ez…

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Worship Reflections: written and narrated by L.M.Burton

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Success comes as a result of consistency over time

“Hey there, just a second while I pull up this stubborn invader”. It is hard to believe that the weeds are back again. You pull them out today and in a few short weeks, they return with a vengeance! Weeds are invasive and when left unchecked, they literally take over every inch of the property. Keeping these intruders at bay requires a consistency that is relentless.

As stated in our previous conversation, Neglect doesn’t happen overnight; Oh no! It is a slow and gradual process that leads to distress, decay and the inevitable destruction of property and life. This is how subtle vices and sin sneaks in and messes up our program. It’s the little foxes that infiltrate our heart and terrorize life as we know it.

The principle of consistent upkeep is relevant, especially in our spiritual walk. Having an keen eye to spot the weeds of sin that try to dominate and take root in our lives is key. We must stay vigilant to tear down the cobwebs of complacency, take out the trash of bad habit, shake off every entrapment and eradicate every invasion at its onset to keep them at bay. Here are just a couple other things that we can add:

studying the word of God

putting action to what we learn,

spending quiet time in prayer

regular church fellowship

Dear friends, Now is a perfect time to beef up on Temple Maintenance. Yes! This is the most important maintenance we will ever do.

Reflections Romans 6:12, “Do not let sin control the way you live; do not give in to sinful desires”.

“It’s not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives. It’s what we do consistently.” Tony Robbins

Your sister in the journey until next time saying,be encouraged!

Acknowledgement:

Content: D.L.Lewis

Narration and Editing: L.M.Burton

Music: Intro: Space in Time by Jay Man Our music box https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xd2ez…

Music and Outro: Life Is by Scott Buckley Published on Oct 20, 2017 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRV-kcjYDCo Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed)

Worship Reflections L.M.Burton

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Getting Our Hands Dirty

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I hate doing lawn work but I do like the end results after the hard work is done. The nicely manicured lawn, hedged, trimmed with precision and all the leaves raked and carted away. I sometimes grumble at pulling up weeds, raking leaves and hauling away trash but that comes with the territory of Home-Ownership. Getting baked in the sun and bitten by bugs is not how I envisioned spending my day off but if I do nothing, then the landscape becomes an eyesore and haunt for all sorts of invasive weeds and pests. Neglect doesn’t happen overnight but it is a slow and gradual process that leads to distress, decay and the inevitable destruction of property and life. This is a clear picture of what happens when we neglect to put the Sweat Equity in to do the tough stuff,

the grunt work in taking care of our health,

investing in personal development of our career skills,

investing in healthy relationships.

The outward life is just for show but more importantly, the hidden areas of our hearts require an equally potent dose of care and maintenance.

investing time to know God and what his heart is for us

Dear precious one, the real you is on the inside, that inner working of life, that place where our tender heart needs that steady servicing with wisdom from God’s smart technology, the Bible. Nourish your spirit today with the word of truth and don’t just put controls in place for your physical well-being but also for the Spiritual. In doing so, one can live more abundantly and victoriously unto the Glory of God.

Reflections

1 Corinthians 16:9, “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own;

Food for Thought: Simple investments of time and effort yields a priceless return. Your sister in the journey until next time saying Be encouraged!

Acknowledgement:

Content: D.L.Lewis

Narration and Editing: L.M.Burton

Music: Intro: Space in Time by Jay Man Our music box https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xd2ez…

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