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.

    • Endless Possibilities

      Photo by Jean Christiansen

      I hear the Lord say:

      Will you dream with Me? Will you step out of the familiar to join Me on new adventures? Will you be open to new ideas, new connections and new opportunities? Trying new things can be both unsettling and exhilarating. They can be simple or complex. For example: explore a new park, invite a new neighbor to lunch, read a new book. Be open to new encounters as you remain mindful of Holy Spirit’s gentle nudges. These little opportunities of change can lead to larger and more diverse opportunities and adventures. Step out in boldness, knowing that We are walking into new paths together. Your journey should remain full of possibilities: for your spiritual growth, for family, for community, for justice, for peace, for joy, for miracles.

      As God has said:

      “I will live with them

      and walk among them,

      and I will be their God,

      and they will be my people.”

      2 Corinthians 6:16 NIV

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    • Thanksgiving

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      Photo by Jean Christiansen

      On Thanksgiving – A poem

      Abundance

      Lord, I am grateful

      for the abundance you pour into my life.

      I am grateful

      for the seen and unseen blessings and provision,

      for the plans and purposes You have so carefully tailored,

      for the love and joy You so freely share,

      for the rest and refuge of Your loving arms.

      Lord, I am grateful.

      For the family and friends in my life,

      for my gifts and talents, for my weaknesses and doubts

      that draw me closer to You.

      Lord I am grateful for your saving grace,

      Your mercies new every morning,

      and Your lovingkindness and faithfulness.

      I will praise the name of God with a song;

      I will magnify him with thanksgiving.

      Psalm 69:30  ESV

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    • Victory

      Photo by Jean Christiansen

      I hear the Lord say:

      As you meditate on the verse “Christ in me, the hope of glory” (Colossians 1:27 To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory), ponder the significance of Christ abiding in you. With Christ alive in you, you have the mind of Christ, the power of Christ, the mercy of Christ, the compassion of Christ. The unconditional love and forgiveness that Christ offers is such a gift. Take time to praise your Savior and King. Dance in the beauty of His presence. Like a butterfly on the wing, bask in the glorious sunlit meadow prepared for you. Revel in the glory all around you. Soak it in; inhale its marvelous goodness, and exhale praise and wonder.

      But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

      1 Corinthians 15:57 (NIV)

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    • Goodness of God

      Photo by Jean Christiansen

      I hear the Lord say:

      I see you are thinking about the word ‘good’ and all of its meanings. This word has lost its ‘edge’ and has become a word to define ‘okay’ or ‘fair’. The word ‘excellent’ or ‘better/best’ has replaced it as superior and of higher desire. I want you to ponder the word ‘good’ from the biblical perspective, from its original use. Look into the book of Genesis, as it records the creation of the world. As I formed the heavens and the earth, the sky and sea, plants, sun, moon and stars, then animals, I declared all of them as ‘good.’ Creating man and woman in My image, you see in Genesis 1:31, I declared it ‘very good.” My creation is magnificent, don’t you agree? My ‘good’ is the best there is and the best there ever will be. My creation of you is ‘good’; you are my daughter; you are the best image of Me. You have special gifts and talents meant to be shared with others. Your presence on earth has a unique purpose. My goodness is reflected in your life of obedience and joy. You have all of My goodness at your disposal. Recall David’s words “Taste and see that the Lord is good.” I encourage you to dive into each day, relishing the goodness I bring you.

      being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:6 NIV

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    • Sunset

      Florida sunset. Photo by Jean Christiansen

      I hear the Lord say:

      Time is a fleeting thing. At the end of the day, you relax from the busy-ness of life and reflect on the day’s events. Each morning has a promise. Each evening has a contemplation. The lovely sunset is a reminder of the gift of time. You spent the day enjoying the beauty of My creation, the sun, the wind, the surf, the sand. Watching pelicans soar and sanderlings dart along the sand, looking for their next meal, brings you delight. The sound of the sea and the wind on your face, the receding sunlight, waves lapping at your feet, the ebb and flow of the tide, brings you serenity and peace. Grateful for beauty around you, fashioned by My holy hands, your heart swells with the privilege of communing with the natural world. Such joy is what I bring you each day. Keep looking, keep admiring, keep seeking time to commune with Me through nature, through song, through praise, through Scripture, through journaling. Time with Me is time well spent.

      Sing to the LORD, bless His name; Proclaim the good news of His salvation from day to day. 
      Psalm 96:2  NIV

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    • Thunder

      Montmorency Falls, Quebec City Photo by Jean Christiansen

      I hear the Lord say:

      You stand at the base of the Falls and stare in wonder and awe at the force of the water thundering over the precipice. The wet spray tickles your face and your heart soars in the exhilaration of such a magnificent sight! The sound of the rushing water mesmerizes you. The thrill of the sight and sound of the waterfalls fills you with admiration for the power and magnificence of My creation. This is just one of the beauties of earth and sea. You see the refreshing water at your feet; the pool of water beckons you. Yes, why not?… take a dip. The water is cold and tickles your feet. You wade in and feel the brisk temperature awaken your body. You dive in head first, immersing yourself in the bubbling pool, feeling cleansed and renewed. It’s a new baptism, a symbol of My abiding presence, new every morning. This serene pool at the base of the thundering falls is your place of peace. The roar of My love comes cascading over the mountain, plunging to the earth below, feeding rivers and streams with My love and grace. The waters tumbling from mountains are pale in comparison to the depth and strength of My love from My heavenly throne. Think on this as you walk through each day. A reminder of these waterfalls will put you in the right frame of mind when trying circumstances try to distract you. Love conquers all.

      Deep calls to deep in the roar of your waterfalls;

       all your waves and breakers have swept over me.

      Psalm 42:7 NIV

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    • Hope in Me

      Photo by Jean Christiansen

      I hear the Lord say:

      When you are discouraged, hear Me whisper “Hope in Me.” When you are tired and downcast, hear Me call “Hope in Me.” When you are confused and hurt, hear Me beckon “Hope in Me.” When disappointment overwhelms you, choose to “hope in Me.” My love is steadfast and true, never wavering, never ebbing, always strong and always reliable. I proved this love for you by My Son’s sacrifice and resurrection. We love you so much that We made the ultimate sacrifice. Now you are one of My daughters. You are learning more and more about My character as you read Scripture and meditate on My Holy Word. My words are meant to guide you, ground you and gift you. Put on your armor, resist the darts of the enemy, and stand tall in the face of adversity – because I am Your shield and strength.

      “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 NIV

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