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.

    • Dazzle

      Photo by Jean Christiansen

      I hear the Lord say:

      Sunrise – such a glorious sight each morning. You appreciate it even more after a few cloudy days. The bright sunlight reflecting on the crisp white snow dazzles your eyes. Everything looks so serene and peaceful. This is the effect I have on you as you bask in My love. The dazzling sun is My dazzling radiance and glory. Standing in the bright light of My Word, you receive new insight and energy to abide in Me more fully. The warmth of My love permeates your very being. A peace that passes understanding fills your bones. Stay with Me awhile. Let My healing balm cascade over you. 

      Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise.   Jeremiah 17:14

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    • Heartbeat

      Photo by Jean Christiansen

      I hear the Lord say:

      My dearest daughter, how My heart beats for you! My love for you is so wide and vast! When you stand on the beach, marveling at the ocean view, My love exceeds your view of the horizon. When you gaze at the stars shining above you at night, consider My love as endless as the ever expanding universe. You cannot measure the height nor depth of My love! Because of this great love, be assured of your right-standing with Me. When you declared your faith in Me as your Lord and Savior, you kindled a new romance. My heart beats for you as your heart beats for Me. You are drawing closer to Me daily as you spend time abiding with Me. Remember: nothing can separate our loving bond. My kindness, mercy and joy will permeate your very being. Love is here now and will always be.

      We love because he first loved us. I John 4:19 NIV

      For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39 NIV

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    • Renewing your mind

      Photo by Jean Davis Christiansen

      I hear the Lord say:

      Renewing your mind is a daily process. The world bombards you with fear, shame, doubt and guilt. You make progress one day or one week, only to find yourself reverting to negative thoughts again. This is not meant as a condemnation but as an encouragement. You have new tools at your disposal to continue in the journey to freedom. You have identified areas that have held you back and have declared truths from My Word to counter them. You understand the past is buried and a new day/year awaits. You see that time is on your side. Each moment is an opportunity to grab hold of TRUTH and declare it over yourself. My Word is true and everlasting. There is nothing that can stop your forward momentum. Jesus has already won the victory; you are learning to walk in it.

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

      1 Corinthians 15:57 (NIV)

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    • Empty

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      I hear the Lord say:

      When you think of the word ’empty’, you may think of ‘lack.’ But I have a new way for you to look at it. When you try to ‘fill’ your life with good things, you will find that they lose their ‘sparkle’ quickly. Nothing in this life really satisfies. But I have good news! When you empty yourself of your own desires, goals, self-sufficiency and ego, and let your guard down to My will and ways, you will find that you can fill up on the truly “good things.” The good things I have for you are more numerous than you can count. I offer abiding peace, joy, and contentment to overflow. With a listening ear and an open heart, you will hear the wonderful plans I have for you, to prosper you, to bless you, to align with your calling and purpose. As an empty vessel, let me fill you up with shalom peace and purpose.

      You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.

      Psalms 16:11 (NIV)

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    • 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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