Words & Whispers

Words from the Lord during prayer and devotional journaling

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Hello! Welcome to my blog! I have recorded past journal entries from devotional journaling as well as nature and travel photos. It is my aim to pass on the encouragement of the Lord to other sisters in Christ.

    • Refreshing

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      I hear the Lord say:

      It is your time of refreshing. In the busy-ness of life, be deliberate about turning off the distractions around you. Tuning in to Me, reading My Word, pondering, meditating, chewing the cud, thoroughly contemplating My wisdom, knowledge, grace, mercy and peace which is available to you. I am your Living Water. I bring refreshing, renewal and respite. I bring rest, not a slothful rest, but an active rest. It is a rest comprised of a peace settled in your spirit and soul, giving you a solid foundation and an unshakeable faith. As cool water refreshes your brow and a cold drink revives your energy, so My Living Water quenches your spirit-thirst. It is a well that never runs dry. Imagine a cool deep spring with underground caverns. You are welcome to wade into the spring, stand under the waterfall, and submerge in My loving kindness! You will emerge fresh and alive, feeling the embrace of My everlasting love and goodness. Don’t delay – jump in!

      Jesus answered her, “If you knew the gift of God, and who it is that is saying to you, ‘Give me a drink,’ you would have asked him, and he would have given you living water.” John 4:10 ESV

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    • Bloom

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      I hear the Lord say:

      Bloom. Bloom, not just where you are planted, but bloom along the path you are traveling. You can dream dreams and have goals. Know that when these dreams and goals are aligned with your purpose, they can come to pass. Your dream may be in the seed stage, buried deep underground, taking in nourishment and waiting for the right time to split open and send forth a shoot to the surface. Your dream may be a seedling, in the early stages, tender and delicate, easily trampled or overlooked. Your dream may be a tall sunflower, reaching for the sky, but needs staking to remain upright. Your dream may be an oak tree, taking many seasons to mature. Talk with Me, walk with Me, plan with Me. Holy Spirit will give you fresh insight into making your goals a reality. Be open to partnering with Me and with others who can support you along the way. Shun the naysayers; ignore the negative speakers and stay focused on our vision. I will enable you to pursue a future brighter than you can imagine.

      And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you 

      will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.

      Philippians 1:6 ESV

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    • A sling and a stone

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      I hear the Lord say:

      A sling and a stone – not the usual weapons of warfare. The shepherd boy, David, used these as his weapons of choice to fight and defeat Goliath. He had to ignore the derision of his older brothers. He had to reject the advice of King Saul to wear his armor. David assured the king that he fought lions and bears to protect his sheep. He was incensed to hear the Philistine warrior mock the God of Israel. He had it in his heart to defeat this enemy and bring glory to his God and King.

      David is not my only warrior. You are my warrior, too! I have imbued you with unique qualities and gifts to use for kingdom purposes. Your gifts qualify you to reach your God-given dreams, to open your mind and heart to new possibilities, to rise above the mundane and overcome obstacles that hinder or discourage. With Me at your side, we can do wonderful things!

      Keep on hoping, keep on dreaming, keep on trusting.

      I Samuel Chapter 17: David and Goliath

      I keep pursuing the goal in order to win the prize offered by God’s upward calling in the Messiah Yeshua.

      Philippians 3:14 CJB

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    • Hope

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      I hear the Lord say:

      Hope is more than wishful thinking. Hope is a seeking, a longing, a conviction, that a brighter future is coming. Hope is trusting in Me when life’s circumstances look bleak. Hope is standing in faith and in the promises of My word for today and for tomorrow. Hope is restful assurance that your Heavenly Father is in charge and is moving on your behalf. Reading Scripture verses on ‘hope’ and ‘faith’ will bolster your spirits. You will rise each morning with joy and calm assurance that each day brings you closer to Me, closer to victory, closer to viewing life with the mind of Christ. There is good reason to hope. In times of doubt, worry or confusion, look up and look at the truth of My Word. Your hope will blossom and bloom, giving off a fragrance of joy and peace that blesses others as well as yourself. Hope in Me. Trust in Me. You are mine. I care for you and send My Holy Spirit to encourage, comfort and protect.

      “Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me?

      Hope in God; for I shall again praise him,

      my salvation and my God.

      Psalm 42:11 ESV

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    • Provision

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      I hear the Lord say:

      Visiting the Sunflower garden, you saw row upon row of giant sunflowers: an abundance of food for birds and bees; a bounty of seeds. My love for you is of similar abundance. As there were more than enough sunflowers for the goldfinches and bumblebees, so I have more than enough for you. I am not stingy nor do I begrudge providing for you. I give freely and I give out of My abundance. I desire to shower you with good gifts. I have more than enough and I love to share. Recall Isaiah 55 and my offer to come and dine with Me. Join Me at the banquet table! A feast awaits you!

      Adonai is my shepherd; I lack nothing. Psalm 23:1 CJB

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    • Stand Tall

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      I hear the Lord say:

      Stand tall. Stand tall like the sunflower that stretches high above the others in the field. Stand tall in the promises of My word and My testimony. Be brave. Your strength comes from My victory. Reach up to Me for a greater and broader view. You can rise above the circumstances of life that attempt to pull you down. Each morning, rise up and start your day focusing on Me, My promises and My goodness. Spend time in prayer and praise. Time with Me is well spent! As you get to know Me better, you will see that mercy and grace follow you through the day. You will have God encounters in increasing numbers. I go before you; I walk with you, I keep you grounded and centered. My joy is your joy; My peace is your peace. My fellowship is sweet.

      Taste, and see that Adonai is good. How blessed are those who take refuge in him!

      Psalm 34:9 CJB

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    • Wash ‘N Wear

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      I hear the Lord say:

      “Wash N Wear” is the clothing label that appeals to many people, especially the moms who do the laundry. Buying and owning clothes that do not need ironing is a great time saver. I have good news for you. Jesus is ‘wash n wear’ too! At any time you feel down, discouraged or negative, you can come to Jesus for a ‘wash”, a cleansing, a fresh start. With the Living Water, you are cleansed from all mental, emotional and spiritual pollutants. His Word reminds you of your worth and value, and right standing with Him. Then you “wear”: you go out clothed in the righteousness of Christ, equipped with His armor, the Word of God, to tackle the day. You can handle everything thrown at you because you have the power and authority of Christ for victory. Your clothing is a robe of righteousness, purchased by the blood of the Lamb, to be worn day and night. As you dress each morning, remind yourself of your kingdom identity and kingdom purpose. Then, conquer the day!

      I am so joyful in Adonai!

      My soul rejoices in my God,

      for he has clothed me in salvation,

      dressed me with a robe of triumph…

      Isaiah 61:10 CJB

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