December 19
Luke 1:46-56 (NKJV) And Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior. For He has regarded the lowly state of His maidservant; For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed. For He who is mighty has done great things for me, And holy is His name. And His mercy is on those who fear Him From generation to generation. He has shown strength with His arm; He has scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. He has put down the mighty from their thrones, And exalted the lowly. He has filled the hungry with good things, And the rich He has sent away empty. He has helped His servant Israel, In remembrance of His mercy, As He spoke to our fathers, To Abraham and to his seed forever.” And Mary remained with her about three months, and returned to her house.
This is Mary’s response to Elizabeth after she said, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb! But why is this granted to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For indeed, as soon as the voice of your greeting sounded in my ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy. Blessed is she who believed, for there will be a fulfillment of those things which were told her from the Lord.” Luke 1:42b-45 (NKJV)
Elizabeth ends by saying, “blessed is she who believed”. Then Mary goes right into praising God for who He is not just for what He had done for her. To be used by God in such a way, Mary must have had a humble spirit and strength of character because those attributes shine forth in Mary’s response. She says who she is ~ His maidservant and, by praising God first, she shows that her heart’s desire is for Him to be magnified. She is blessed, happy, and fortunate ~ because He who is mighty has done great things for her.
Mary models how we should respond to the mighty acts that God does for His children. Praise Him…give Him the glory and honor due His name…tell others what He has done with humility so that He alone is magnified. This is such a good lesson for me…I want all I do and say to bring Him glory and honor…I want Him to be praised by my life ~ through my deeds and my words & for Him alone to be magnified.
Help us, O Lord, to live lives that are worthy of You ~ fully pleasing to You. Help us to walk in the path You have laid out for us and be glorified. Help us to learn and grow in You for Your glory and honor, in Jesus’ name, Amen.
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Friday, December 18, 2009
Christmas Time Is Here ~ Day 18
December 18
Luke 1:39-45 (NKJV) Now Mary arose in those days and went into the hill country with haste, to a city of Judah, and entered the house of Zacharias and greeted Elizabeth. And it happened, when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, that the babe leaped in her womb; and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. Then she spoke out with a loud voice and said, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb! But why is this granted to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For indeed, as soon as the voice of your greeting sounded in my ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy. Blessed is she who believed, for there will be a fulfillment of those things which were told her from the Lord.”
I love that Mary goes with haste to see Elizabeth. Is she running off to see someone who might understand her situation and encourage her? Or maybe she just wants to see for herself that Elizabeth is indeed with child and rejoice with her that she is no longer barren. Or is she just staying there a while to be out of sight while she is pregnant? We will see tomorrow that Mary stays with Elizabeth about three months and leaves right before Elizabeth delivers. So, whatever the “exact” reason…Mary goes in haste and stays to help for a while. As a woman, I like that she goes and I have to think it is a good thing for both women. What are your thoughts about this?
Now let’s look into this part: when Elizabeth hears Mary, the baby leaps in her womb. This is so sweet to me. If you are a mother you can relate to the excitement over your baby moving inside of you. Did your baby ever move at the sound of someone’s voice as if they were happy to hear from him or her? I am thinking of the times when my husband could finally feel the baby’s movement and it seemed that the baby was “playing” with him as he talked and touched my belly.
Think about this for a moment. This is the first time that Mary sees Elizabeth while she is pregnant, and so, little John moves to the voice of a stranger. Now that makes the whole event even more miraculous to me. It’s as if God-inspired knowledge was given to this developing 6 month old baby in utero.
Recall with me it says Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit at her greeting as well. What are your thoughts about this? What do you make of this greeting, their first encounter after being with child? Talk out your thoughts prayerfully with God and pray for this new day ahead of you…I hope it is amazing for you, beloved!
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Luke 1:39-45 (NKJV) Now Mary arose in those days and went into the hill country with haste, to a city of Judah, and entered the house of Zacharias and greeted Elizabeth. And it happened, when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, that the babe leaped in her womb; and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. Then she spoke out with a loud voice and said, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb! But why is this granted to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For indeed, as soon as the voice of your greeting sounded in my ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy. Blessed is she who believed, for there will be a fulfillment of those things which were told her from the Lord.”
I love that Mary goes with haste to see Elizabeth. Is she running off to see someone who might understand her situation and encourage her? Or maybe she just wants to see for herself that Elizabeth is indeed with child and rejoice with her that she is no longer barren. Or is she just staying there a while to be out of sight while she is pregnant? We will see tomorrow that Mary stays with Elizabeth about three months and leaves right before Elizabeth delivers. So, whatever the “exact” reason…Mary goes in haste and stays to help for a while. As a woman, I like that she goes and I have to think it is a good thing for both women. What are your thoughts about this?
Now let’s look into this part: when Elizabeth hears Mary, the baby leaps in her womb. This is so sweet to me. If you are a mother you can relate to the excitement over your baby moving inside of you. Did your baby ever move at the sound of someone’s voice as if they were happy to hear from him or her? I am thinking of the times when my husband could finally feel the baby’s movement and it seemed that the baby was “playing” with him as he talked and touched my belly.
Think about this for a moment. This is the first time that Mary sees Elizabeth while she is pregnant, and so, little John moves to the voice of a stranger. Now that makes the whole event even more miraculous to me. It’s as if God-inspired knowledge was given to this developing 6 month old baby in utero.
Recall with me it says Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit at her greeting as well. What are your thoughts about this? What do you make of this greeting, their first encounter after being with child? Talk out your thoughts prayerfully with God and pray for this new day ahead of you…I hope it is amazing for you, beloved!
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Christmas Time Is Here ~ Day 17
December 17
Luke 1: 23-25 (NKJV) So it was, as soon as the days of his service were completed, that he departed to his own house. Now after those days his wife Elizabeth conceived; and she hid herself five months, saying, “Thus the Lord has dealt with me, in the days when He looked on me, to take away my reproach among people.”
Today we see that after Zacharias finished his time of service, his wife Elizabeth did indeed conceive and was no longer barren. She is quoted as saying that the Lord took away her reproach among the people. It was a big deal to be barren in those days…you were looked at as being one who was not receiving God’s blessing or one who was being disciplined for some sin you had committed.
I minister to a lot of women who have suffered with infertility issues, miscarriages, stillbirths, SIDS and infant loss ~ and this is a very hard portion of scripture for them to hear or read. But think about this for a moment…Elizabeth was barren and advanced in her years when God sent an angel down to announce that she would conceive a son…and not just any son…but the one who had been prophesied about some 400 years before and who would prepare the way of the Lord.
Do you think that she would be going crazy with awe and love for the Lord? All glory goes to God here because there was no way for this to have been accomplished without divine intervention. I look at her barrenness not as a punishment, but as a blessing. Think of all the things she learned and the strength she gained in Him before she conceived which prepared her to raise John.
What have you faced this year that was huge? Is there a promise from God’s word that you are clinging to, a desire you are hoping is fulfilled? Does it seem like God is far away from you? Do you feel alone, depressed, forsaken, abandoned, or hopeless?
He loves you so much. I do not know why things are the way that they are now, but be assured, if you are a child of God, you are not forsaken, abandoned or alone ~ He is right there with you. He wants you to take hope in Him and trust fully that He will work your situation for good because you love Him. It may not be exactly how you want it…but it will be that which is best for your life both now and in the future. I know when you are in the heat of the trial or trouble that this is the last thing you want to hear or believe, but it is true. Hold tight to Him, trust Him, and abide in Him.
Ask God for strength, wisdom, and discernment to do His will ~ then do what He says. Keep yourself in prayer and His Word because He will lead you and help you. He loves you so much and calls you His own.
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Luke 1: 23-25 (NKJV) So it was, as soon as the days of his service were completed, that he departed to his own house. Now after those days his wife Elizabeth conceived; and she hid herself five months, saying, “Thus the Lord has dealt with me, in the days when He looked on me, to take away my reproach among people.”
Today we see that after Zacharias finished his time of service, his wife Elizabeth did indeed conceive and was no longer barren. She is quoted as saying that the Lord took away her reproach among the people. It was a big deal to be barren in those days…you were looked at as being one who was not receiving God’s blessing or one who was being disciplined for some sin you had committed.
I minister to a lot of women who have suffered with infertility issues, miscarriages, stillbirths, SIDS and infant loss ~ and this is a very hard portion of scripture for them to hear or read. But think about this for a moment…Elizabeth was barren and advanced in her years when God sent an angel down to announce that she would conceive a son…and not just any son…but the one who had been prophesied about some 400 years before and who would prepare the way of the Lord.
Do you think that she would be going crazy with awe and love for the Lord? All glory goes to God here because there was no way for this to have been accomplished without divine intervention. I look at her barrenness not as a punishment, but as a blessing. Think of all the things she learned and the strength she gained in Him before she conceived which prepared her to raise John.
What have you faced this year that was huge? Is there a promise from God’s word that you are clinging to, a desire you are hoping is fulfilled? Does it seem like God is far away from you? Do you feel alone, depressed, forsaken, abandoned, or hopeless?
He loves you so much. I do not know why things are the way that they are now, but be assured, if you are a child of God, you are not forsaken, abandoned or alone ~ He is right there with you. He wants you to take hope in Him and trust fully that He will work your situation for good because you love Him. It may not be exactly how you want it…but it will be that which is best for your life both now and in the future. I know when you are in the heat of the trial or trouble that this is the last thing you want to hear or believe, but it is true. Hold tight to Him, trust Him, and abide in Him.
Ask God for strength, wisdom, and discernment to do His will ~ then do what He says. Keep yourself in prayer and His Word because He will lead you and help you. He loves you so much and calls you His own.
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Christmas Time Is Here ~ Day 16
December 16
Today we are having another Selah Day. Please take as much time as you can to go and reread each Day from Day 9 to Day 15. You can read just the scriptures that we looked at, or read the whole BLOG.
Don’t skip over today. Yes, this is a busy time of year for all of us but taking intentional pauses and reflecting or meditating on His Word can yield great profit for your inner man.
It is very helpful to take this time and allow it to be a checking point for you…how are you doing with applying what you are learning to your life? How is the stress level in your daily life? Are you finding yourself talking more with God and listening to what He is trying to tell you as you go about your days? Are you being revived and blessed in Him?
Spend some time in prayer with God ~ thank Him for all the things you have learned, and seek Him about how you answered your check point questions. Ask Him for the help you need…He is a good Daddy and wants to help you and lead you in the way you should go.
Enjoy this new day in Him!
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Today we are having another Selah Day. Please take as much time as you can to go and reread each Day from Day 9 to Day 15. You can read just the scriptures that we looked at, or read the whole BLOG.
Don’t skip over today. Yes, this is a busy time of year for all of us but taking intentional pauses and reflecting or meditating on His Word can yield great profit for your inner man.
It is very helpful to take this time and allow it to be a checking point for you…how are you doing with applying what you are learning to your life? How is the stress level in your daily life? Are you finding yourself talking more with God and listening to what He is trying to tell you as you go about your days? Are you being revived and blessed in Him?
Spend some time in prayer with God ~ thank Him for all the things you have learned, and seek Him about how you answered your check point questions. Ask Him for the help you need…He is a good Daddy and wants to help you and lead you in the way you should go.
Enjoy this new day in Him!
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Christmas Time Is Here ~ Day 15
December 15
Revelation 1:4-6 (AMP) John to the seven assemblies (churches) that are in Asia: May grace (God's unmerited favor) be granted to you and spiritual peace (the peace of Christ's kingdom) from Him Who is and Who was and Who is to come, and from the seven Spirits [the sevenfold Holy Spirit] before His throne, And from Jesus Christ the faithful and trustworthy Witness, the Firstborn of the dead [first to be brought back to life] and the Prince (Ruler) of the kings of the earth. To Him Who ever loves us and has once [for all] loosed and freed us from our sins by His own blood, And formed us into a kingdom (a royal race), priests to His God and Father--to Him be the glory and the power and the majesty and the dominion throughout the ages and forever and ever. Amen (so be it).
Oh, God is so good to you and me!!! Look back at Revelation…it says, “…Who ever loves us and has once [for all] loosed and freed us from our sins by His own blood.” Jesus is the Who and He ever loves us…pause and think this over…He ever loves us. Now look at “once for all” ~ His one time sacrifice was good enough for all ~ for every one and for all times. There is no need for another sacrifice. The scripture in (Hebrews 10:3-5) is referring to the sacrifices for sins, as directed by the Law in the Old Covenant, and, in the Law, the sins were not taken away by the blood of animals. But we, under the New Covenant, are blessed to have our sins taken away because of the precious blood of Jesus…and that once for all. We have been loosed and freed from them ~ from their grip on us.
Have you been freed from sin? Have you had any sins loosed over your life…ones that were once controlling or overpowering you that now have no grip over you? What a blessing it is indeed ~ to be freed by Jesus and to walk in that freedom.
Hebrews 2:17 (NIV) For this reason he had to be made like his brothers in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people.
Jesus had to be made like us ~ to come down to earth and be born as a human. He became a high priest and made atonement for our sins. Now think about this ~ in the Old Testament the high priest offered the sacrifice for atonement and, in the New Testament, Jesus offered Himself as the sacrifice…He was the High Priest and the Lamb for the sacrifice. What does that do for your soul? What kind of comfort do you gain from knowing that Jesus had to become a human baby to then become our sacrifice? It may seem crazy to think about this “Easter” message at Christmas…but, just as it was announced by the angel, that is why the Baby came…the two messages really do go together…the Baby Jesus is the Lamb of God!
Spend time in prayer and enjoy your forgiven-in-Christ-Jesus day!
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Revelation 1:4-6 (AMP) John to the seven assemblies (churches) that are in Asia: May grace (God's unmerited favor) be granted to you and spiritual peace (the peace of Christ's kingdom) from Him Who is and Who was and Who is to come, and from the seven Spirits [the sevenfold Holy Spirit] before His throne, And from Jesus Christ the faithful and trustworthy Witness, the Firstborn of the dead [first to be brought back to life] and the Prince (Ruler) of the kings of the earth. To Him Who ever loves us and has once [for all] loosed and freed us from our sins by His own blood, And formed us into a kingdom (a royal race), priests to His God and Father--to Him be the glory and the power and the majesty and the dominion throughout the ages and forever and ever. Amen (so be it).
Oh, God is so good to you and me!!! Look back at Revelation…it says, “…Who ever loves us and has once [for all] loosed and freed us from our sins by His own blood.” Jesus is the Who and He ever loves us…pause and think this over…He ever loves us. Now look at “once for all” ~ His one time sacrifice was good enough for all ~ for every one and for all times. There is no need for another sacrifice. The scripture in (Hebrews 10:3-5) is referring to the sacrifices for sins, as directed by the Law in the Old Covenant, and, in the Law, the sins were not taken away by the blood of animals. But we, under the New Covenant, are blessed to have our sins taken away because of the precious blood of Jesus…and that once for all. We have been loosed and freed from them ~ from their grip on us.
Have you been freed from sin? Have you had any sins loosed over your life…ones that were once controlling or overpowering you that now have no grip over you? What a blessing it is indeed ~ to be freed by Jesus and to walk in that freedom.
Hebrews 2:17 (NIV) For this reason he had to be made like his brothers in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people.
Jesus had to be made like us ~ to come down to earth and be born as a human. He became a high priest and made atonement for our sins. Now think about this ~ in the Old Testament the high priest offered the sacrifice for atonement and, in the New Testament, Jesus offered Himself as the sacrifice…He was the High Priest and the Lamb for the sacrifice. What does that do for your soul? What kind of comfort do you gain from knowing that Jesus had to become a human baby to then become our sacrifice? It may seem crazy to think about this “Easter” message at Christmas…but, just as it was announced by the angel, that is why the Baby came…the two messages really do go together…the Baby Jesus is the Lamb of God!
Spend time in prayer and enjoy your forgiven-in-Christ-Jesus day!
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Monday, December 14, 2009
Christmas Time Is Here ~ Day 14
December 14
Matthew 1: 18-21 (NKJV) Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows: After His mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Spirit. Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not wanting to make her a public example, was minded to put her away secretly. But while he thought about these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take to you Mary your wife, for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit. And she will bring forth a Son, and you shall call His name JESUS, for He will save His people from their sins.”
There are many good things in this portion of scripture. There isn’t much mentioned about Joseph in the Word of God and it’s good to get any info on him that we can. I love that this text points out to us that Joseph was a just man. He also doesn’t seem to be rushing into things but he is instead very thoughtful. I also love the fact that an angel of the Lord appears to him and speaks to him. These are all some great things to think about and dive deeper into ~ so please do so, it will be fun homework for you.
I feel that for today, however, that we are to dive into the last part, “…you shall call His name JESUS, for He will save His people from their sins.” Two scriptures come to mind about this ~ please read them out loud and let their words sink into your soul.
Psalm 32:1 (AMP) BLESSED (HAPPY, fortunate, to be envied) is he who has forgiveness of his transgression continually exercised upon him, whose sin is covered. Romans 4:7 (AMP) Blessed and happy and to be envied are those whose iniquities are forgiven and whose sins are covered up and completely buried.
Jesus came to save you and me from our sins ~ does this make you happy? Can you rejoice in this? Are you like, as these scriptures say, “Blessed, happy, fortunate, to be envied?” It’s pretty huge ~ all not just some, all of your sins ~ past, present, and future ~ are forgiven. All your sins are covered up and completely buried by His blood. Linger over this and think about what this means to you.
Spend some time in prayer after pondering these great truths and we will meet right back here tomorrow about this very subject…"for He will save His people from their sins.”
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Matthew 1: 18-21 (NKJV) Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows: After His mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Spirit. Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not wanting to make her a public example, was minded to put her away secretly. But while he thought about these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take to you Mary your wife, for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit. And she will bring forth a Son, and you shall call His name JESUS, for He will save His people from their sins.”
There are many good things in this portion of scripture. There isn’t much mentioned about Joseph in the Word of God and it’s good to get any info on him that we can. I love that this text points out to us that Joseph was a just man. He also doesn’t seem to be rushing into things but he is instead very thoughtful. I also love the fact that an angel of the Lord appears to him and speaks to him. These are all some great things to think about and dive deeper into ~ so please do so, it will be fun homework for you.
I feel that for today, however, that we are to dive into the last part, “…you shall call His name JESUS, for He will save His people from their sins.” Two scriptures come to mind about this ~ please read them out loud and let their words sink into your soul.
Psalm 32:1 (AMP) BLESSED (HAPPY, fortunate, to be envied) is he who has forgiveness of his transgression continually exercised upon him, whose sin is covered. Romans 4:7 (AMP) Blessed and happy and to be envied are those whose iniquities are forgiven and whose sins are covered up and completely buried.
Jesus came to save you and me from our sins ~ does this make you happy? Can you rejoice in this? Are you like, as these scriptures say, “Blessed, happy, fortunate, to be envied?” It’s pretty huge ~ all not just some, all of your sins ~ past, present, and future ~ are forgiven. All your sins are covered up and completely buried by His blood. Linger over this and think about what this means to you.
Spend some time in prayer after pondering these great truths and we will meet right back here tomorrow about this very subject…"for He will save His people from their sins.”
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Christmas Time Is Here ~ Day 13
December 13
Isaiah 9:6-7 (NKJV) For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, To order it and establish it with judgment and justice From that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.
Read the scripture again and out loud this time. Let’s dive into verse 7 now.
*Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end ~ Luke 1:33 (NIV) and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever; his kingdom will never end."
*Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom ~ Luke 1:32 (NIV) He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David,
*To order it and establish it ~ 1 Peter 5:10-11 (AMP) And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace [Who imparts all blessing and favor], Who has called you to His [own] eternal glory in Christ Jesus, will Himself complete and make you what you ought to be, establish and ground you securely, and strengthen, and settle you. To Him be the dominion (power, authority, rule) forever and ever. Amen (so be it).
*With judgment and justice ~ Revelation 19:11 (AMP) After that I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse [appeared]! The One Who was riding it is called Faithful (Trustworthy, Loyal, Incorruptible, Steady) and True, and He passes judgment and wages war in righteousness (holiness, justice, and uprightness). Revelation 16:7 (NIV) And I heard the altar respond: "Yes, Lord God Almighty, true and just are your judgments."
*From that time forward, even forever ~ Hebrews 13:8 (NIV) Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
*The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this ~ John 2:17 (AMP) And His disciples remembered that it is written [in the Holy Scriptures], Zeal (the fervor of love) for Your house will eat Me up. [I will be consumed with jealousy for the honor of Your house.] Isaiah 55:11(AMP) So shall My word be that goes forth out of My mouth: it shall not return to Me void [without producing any effect, useless], but it shall accomplish that which I please and purpose, and it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it.
WOW ladies! We spent three days on this one scripture and read many wonderful words of life that helped deepen our understanding of it. I hope it wasn’t too much, but rather, that it inspires you to want to dive deeper into His Word and learn from Him. Enjoy your day in Him, beloved, He is faithful.
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
Isaiah 9:6-7 (NKJV) For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, To order it and establish it with judgment and justice From that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.
Read the scripture again and out loud this time. Let’s dive into verse 7 now.
*Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end ~ Luke 1:33 (NIV) and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever; his kingdom will never end."
*Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom ~ Luke 1:32 (NIV) He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David,
*To order it and establish it ~ 1 Peter 5:10-11 (AMP) And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace [Who imparts all blessing and favor], Who has called you to His [own] eternal glory in Christ Jesus, will Himself complete and make you what you ought to be, establish and ground you securely, and strengthen, and settle you. To Him be the dominion (power, authority, rule) forever and ever. Amen (so be it).
*With judgment and justice ~ Revelation 19:11 (AMP) After that I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse [appeared]! The One Who was riding it is called Faithful (Trustworthy, Loyal, Incorruptible, Steady) and True, and He passes judgment and wages war in righteousness (holiness, justice, and uprightness). Revelation 16:7 (NIV) And I heard the altar respond: "Yes, Lord God Almighty, true and just are your judgments."
*From that time forward, even forever ~ Hebrews 13:8 (NIV) Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
*The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this ~ John 2:17 (AMP) And His disciples remembered that it is written [in the Holy Scriptures], Zeal (the fervor of love) for Your house will eat Me up. [I will be consumed with jealousy for the honor of Your house.] Isaiah 55:11(AMP) So shall My word be that goes forth out of My mouth: it shall not return to Me void [without producing any effect, useless], but it shall accomplish that which I please and purpose, and it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it.
WOW ladies! We spent three days on this one scripture and read many wonderful words of life that helped deepen our understanding of it. I hope it wasn’t too much, but rather, that it inspires you to want to dive deeper into His Word and learn from Him. Enjoy your day in Him, beloved, He is faithful.
Merry Christmas ~ Laurie Kay
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