Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 19, 2024

The Word

“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through Him, and apart from Him not even one thing came into being that has come into being.” John 1:1-3

Words. I love them. In fact, I make my living by them, choosing the just-right nouns, verbs, and adjectives (with proper syntax, diction, and grammar) to craft engaging narratives on behalf of my clients—from landscapers and lawyers to computer makers and chemical companies. Words allow for the expression of, well, anything and everything. In all languages, words let us share new (or renewed/recycled) ideas, emotions (good or bad), and perceptions. Understanding is almost impossible without words. Think about when a child begins speaking, and the immense parental relief that comes when said child can communicate his or her wants and needs. Words connect us to one another, creating bonds of community, friendship, and love.

Words give body, so to speak, to invisible thoughts and concepts, making them real to others.

Have you ever considered how these basic language facts are ultimately fulfilled in Jesus? It’s so very cool! The Person of Jesus, in His incarnation as fully God and fully man, gave body to the invisible God, making Himself real to mankind by His own humanity (mind-blown emoji here). In his gospel, John said it straight up: “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” (John 1:1). The Apostle Paul, who wasn’t with the Lord during His earthly ministry, but encountered Him post-resurrection for a direction-changing confrontation, says it this way (italics mine):

He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation: for by Him all things were created, both in the heavens and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones, or dominions, or rulers, or authorities—all things have been created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together (Colossians 1:15-17).

Since the creation of Adam and Eve, God has made Himself known to humanity. First and foremost, He reveals Himself through Creation itself (Romans 1:20)—the heavens declare the glory of God (Psalm 19:1). Just stand in awe of any sunrise or sunset. And until the first Christmas, God also revealed Himself to His people in several different ways, from dreams and visions to angels and the Angel of God (which are thought to be pre-incarnate appearances of Jesus, called Christophanies). Most importantly, all the Law and prophets point to Jesus—and Jesus Himself declared to be the fulfillment of these (Matthew 5:17). Jesus Christ, the Word, is the literal embodiment of God, the second Person of the Trinity. The author of Hebrews crafted a beautiful summary:

“Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, but in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son, whom He appointed the heir of all things, through whom also He created the world. He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of His nature, and He upholds the universe by the word of His power.” Hebrews 1:1-3a.

Yes, Jesus is the Word of God (Revelation 19:13). He is the expression of, well, everything. In all languages around the world. Understanding this world—its good, bad, ugly, and magnificent—is impossible without Him. Jesus is the only Way for us to connect with God, and He forges heart-knitted bonds between believers.

So, let me ask you this: Do you know this Word? Is Jesus the foundation of your life’s vocabulary? If not, pick up His dictionary—the Bible—and experience for yourself, from Genesis to Revelation, the Alpha and Omega.

“Jesus, our limited minds cannot grasp Your nature and magnitude. But we can trust that You are who You say You are—the Word of God, the Alpha and Omega, Emmanuel. Thank you for revealing Yourself to us.”

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Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 18, 2024

The One Who Fights For Us

“The Lord your God who is going before you will fight for you as He did for you in Egypt, before your very eyes and in the wilderness.  There you saw how the Lord your God carried you, as a father carries his son, all the way you went until you reached this place.”  Deuteronomy 1:30:31(ESV)

Don’t know about you, but I never envisioned myself as much of a warrior.  No shiny armor adorning this girl. I’m more of a peacemaker – let’s settle this and not fight it out.  An aggressor, I’m definitely not. But sweet friends there are battles we face when we must stand and face the challenge.  Moments when we must press through – whether it’s a spiritual battle, physical strain, emotional attack – giving up isn’t an option.

Oh how I love the words Moses gave to the Children of Israel – crystal clear profound truths nestled in those verses in Deuteronomy 1. Eye witness reminders of the mighty power of our God and the tenderness of His heart evidenced by His actions. And just in case, we are like the Children of Israel and tend to forget here are some key battle points:

Who is fighting for us – the Lord God – we are not alone. Our mighty Warrior God is waging war on the injustices in our lives, the impossibilities in our lives and the unending trials we can’t navigate. We are more than conquerors in Christ Jesus – the battle belongs to Him (2 Chronicles 20:15,17)

Where do we focus – on God’s past victories in our lives.  Replaying the reel of what He has done reassures us God can do exceedingly, abundantly more than we imagined.  We are eyewitnesses to the miracles He has birthed all around us and with our gaze fixed on Him, we won’t lose sight of His plan for our current struggles.

Who do we trust – our Heavenly Father who lovingly carries us when we can’t move ourselves.  Nestled close to His heart, we rest in His arms  – our forever PromiseKeeper. God’s character is our firm foundation anchoring us even against our strongest opponent. We can lean in and confidently know He is sovereignly in control.

Don’t know about you ladies, but my soul is strengthened, my heart encouraged and my thoughts are surrounded by His peace. No person or thing can stand against the wisdom and power of our God. All the way, we cling to His power, faithfulness and love to birth victory in us in the midst of life’s battles!!  That’s right, the real victory is how God transforms us in and through the battle.  Our lives will never be the same because we have seen with our own eyes His victory on our behalf.

“Father, we are loved, victorious and protected by your loving arms!  Life is filled with many battles and what joy it is to know You are by our side fighting for us and carrying us.  Trusting You to navigate us through any battles we face this week. “

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Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 15, 2024

Why Love

“No one has seen God at any time. If we love one another, God abides in us and His love has been perfected in us.”  I John 4:12 (ESV)

Absolutely love this quote from Max Lucado: “Every person you see was created by God to be His image and deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. High IQ or low standing, first string or cut from the squad – doesn’t matter. Every human being is God’s idea, and He has no bad ideas.”

Wow, this quote really hits home especially when we think of those people who are challenging to work with, those people in our lives who push our buttons and those people we don’t even know who bump into our happy. From the nicest to the cruelest, we all started out the same – a human being created in God’s image.

Convicts me to the core – do I treat others with dignity and respect even if they are my biggest irritation? Had to really dig deep on that one. Work or ministry is one of those places where we are forced into community with lots of different personalities, egos, backgrounds, etc. Makes it ever so easy to excuse myself away from the respect issue. However, God doesn’t release me that easily. Throughout scripture He instructs us to love others  – yes even those created in His image who are difficult, irritating and rude. Now loving others doesn’t mean we accept disrespectful behavior, abuse, etc. It simply means we realize they were created in God’s image, and we respond with respect by speaking truth in love.

So easy to say – hard to put into practice. Recently, I was faced with a situation where I could have ignored a person who was struggling to get something done – did I mention their personality drives me crazy? This individual needed help in figuring out what was going wrong – I knew what was going wrong. It was so tempting to simply let them struggle, but God kept bringing me back to the “love others” factor. While it was hard, I surrendered to God’s desire rather than treating them the way I desired. One victory propels another – I won’t get this right all the time, but it definitely reminded me it’s truly not about that person or me – it’s about honoring God by loving those created in His image.

Sweet friends, is there a person in your path who is challenging? One way we can grow God’s love in our hearts is to plant prayer seeds for that individual. Yes, you got it! Simply praying for the one pushing those buttons helps us see the person from God’s perspective. One prayer at a time, we will witness a change within us as those love seeds blossom and flourish. Let’s determine to glorify God by respecting and loving others the way God intended.

“Father thank You for challenging us in our interactions with others. Thank You for reminding us that we are all created in Your image. Help us as we navigate another week to pause before we react to others whether they are a co-worker, spouse, family or strangers. And enable us to treat them with respect and dignity.”

 

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Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 14, 2024

Actions Speak Louder Than Words

“Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” I John 3:18 (NIV)

Remember the ‘ole saying, ‘actions speak louder than words?’ There are special people who fall into a silent category when actions do speak louder than words – caregivers. Any normal day would consist of routines, financial decisions, doctor office visits, tried patience, long lonely days, and physical and emotional exhaustion. Describe anyone you may know?

Ever consider Mary was Jesus’ caregiver during his short earthly existence? She was present at his birth, death, and multiple times in between. Do you think she became irritated, drained physically, and at times ready to throw in the towel? Of course she did, but she also knew it was all for a purpose – far exceeding her ability to comprehend.

Caregivers, you are not alone. For over eleven years, my personal life revolved around caring for my 95 year old mother. She was blind, confined to her bed or wheelchair, had severely impaired hearing, and dementia. When this journey began a really good friend offered an important word of wisdom: find humor. For example, on my mother’s 95th birthday, she informed me she was 25 and sang Happy Birthday to herself. Laughing and having a good time there was no need to correct her – she was happy! I felt God kissing me on the cheek – His sweet way of encouraging my heart; He is with me every step of the way. God was with Mary every step of her journey, and Jesus became the Savior of the world.

Perhaps this Spring bless an unnoticed caregiver – your actions will speak louder than any words – because all too often none are adequate. Blessings are adorned in varied ornate packaging – all they need is to be unwrapped!

“Dear Father, please bless those who unselfishly care for others and use me to bless them.”

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Patsy Sanders
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 13, 2024

Daughters, Princesses & Peacemakers

“God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God.” Matthew 5:9 (NLT)

It was only the first day of school. We were all hungry. We were tired and cranky. One of my sons struggled with an assignment he did not understand. He was so overwhelmed that tears welled up, threatening to overflow. My other son’s computer was not allowing him access to the website for his online classes. He was already feeling the pressure of completing a much larger workload this year. Now his stress level soared even higher as he considered an entire day wasted as we tried in vain to fix his computer.

Tempers flared. Cutting remarks flew across the kitchen. Eyes glared. Every innocent gesture was taken as an act of war. Inconsiderate slights were considered aggressive attacks. I tried my best to calm the situation. Issues with school and technology are never worth damaging a relationship. I worked (more accurately, I fought) for peace in our home that day.

Our key verse tells us that “God blesses those who work for peace.” Is my attempt to make peace between brothers what the Bible is referring to here? The original Greek word means far more. Interestingly, this particular Greek word is only found in this context, in this verse. The literal translation “peacemaker” is someone who has received the peace of God through the gospel. She then spreads this good news of peace with others. Though attempting to make peace between brothers is a necessary act in order to restore the sanity of the mother, this peace speaks of reconciliation with God.

When we spread the gospel of peace with others, we are called “children of God.” We wear the righteousness of God. God loves and cherishes us as a Father. We are children of the King of kings and Lord of lords. May we, as daughters and princesses, extend that love and peace to all others. Let’s not keep the peace we have experienced to ourselves.

Who do you need to spread the good news of the peace of God with today?

“Lord, we thank You for the peace we have received through salvation. Open up doors for us to share that peace with others.”

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Tammy Randlett (http://staletoast.com)
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 12, 2024

Beautiful Feet

“How then will they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in Him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” Romans 10:14-15

My feet are not pretty. Thanks to the titanium hardware and pins in both feet that permanently align my first and second metatarsals, at least my bone structure isn’t scary to look at anymore. And because I’m not a mani-pedi kinda of gal, my toenails are rarely perfectly shaped and popping with bright colors. (I’ll let you in on a little secret: In my oh-so-low-maintenance way, I tend to paint my toenails before some fancy event where open-toed shoes are a must…then I’ll repaint them after that color has completely grown out. Insert your eye roll here.)

The Bible’s definition of beautiful feet is a bit different—it’s not about heel scrubs, colored gels, or even little fishies nibbling dead skin (yes, this is a thing). According to the Prophet Isaiah (52:7) and quoted again by the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Romans (10:15), “Beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news.” Beautiful feet carry the gospel message of saving grace to a lost and broken world. And as believers, we are called to tell the world about Jesus, making disciples and teaching all the nations what Jesus commanded (Matthew 28:16-18; Mark 16:15; Acts 1:8).

So, as vital as it is for believers to live out our faith in demonstration of who we are in Christ, being salt and light in the ever-deepening darkness around us, we can’t stop there. We have to open our mouths and speak the words of salvation so the Holy Spirit can do His thing—bringing the walking dead to life. But this can be intimidating and downright scary. What if we say the wrong thing? What if we’re confronted with arguments that we can’t effectively counter or are asked a question we don’t know the answer to? What if we’re mocked?

There is so much to say about our role in spreading the good news of Jesus, why it’s so important to be obedient in this, how it’s our job to speak truth and life but not our responsibility to do the saving, and what tactics are best to evangelize. And there’s a lot written about these topics by many brilliant theologians and apologists. What I’d like to do here is simply challenge you—and me—to open our mouths. Mostly me. I love Jesus! I can’t get enough of studying His Word. Because I was dead and have been made alive in Christ (Ephesians 2:1-10), I want others to know and believe! That said, I can be a great big scaredy-cat in sharing the gospel when I’m not sitting safely behind my keyboard.

So, here’s a challenge I was recently given that I’m also setting before you, dear friend: Write down a 30-second (or one-minute for those of us with more verbosity) gospel presentation. And step two: Practice it—with your spouse, a friend, or the mirror. Let’s be ready to give a reason for the hope we have in Christ Jesus (1 Peter 3:15). In other words, let’s file down and moisturize our rough heels, choose a bright nail color (or a clear coat, for you guys), and step out in faith with beautiful feet—sharing the good news of Jesus with those around us.

“Lord, I am not ashamed of the gospel (Romans 1:16)! Forgive me for not telling others about Jesus when the opportunity has come. May I be prepared and have the courage to open my mouth, allowing the Holy Spirit to bring the dead to life.”

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Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 11, 2024

The Most Important Day

“But to all who did receive Him, who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God.”  John 1:12 (ESV)

It was unlike any day I’d ever known – first breath, first cry from my quivering lips.  An introduction outside the comfort and security of my mommy’s womb into a world brighter  than I could have ever imagined.  My arrival left me helpless and dependent – definitely not the state I love to find myself in.  Gravitating toward the voice I’d heard in my fetal position, I found comfort and calm nestled in my mommy’s arms.

March 11 is the celebration of the moment God birthed me into this world and now my candles are blazing that luscious chocolate-drenched cake!!!  Birthdays come ever so fast. The calendar flips to January and it starts all over again in the blink of an eye.  Where did all those days go…..from firsts to lasts our life unfolds. Pivotal moments when choices are made, victories enjoyed and sorrows mourned cultivate deep growth. Creating a lifetime of memories.

Yet, sweet friends the best day ever is the one when we first realized how much we needed Jesus.   I remember it well….my six year old self slowly raising tiny fingers…declaring I wanted to invite Jesus into my heart.  Beautiful moment.

Interesting how quickly the enemy slips in creating doubt, “Was I really His?”  “Did Jesus save me or was I too young to know what I was doing?”  Strategic attacks aimed to discredit the rebirthing of my soul.  And those doubts would slay me into my early adult years, until the exhaustion of wrestling found me face down at His feet.  Desperately searching and seeking, I settled my doubts and never again would I question Jesus’ saving of my soul.

Helplessly lost in this journey called life, we long for the comfort and security found in drawing close to Jesus.  Our souls hunger and thirst for the voice of our Creator God – the very One whose image we are to reflect.  Our only comfort and peace is found nestled in the arms of One who gave His life so that we could experience eternal life in the presence of God.

Life is fleeting (James 4:14), a mist appearing for a short time and then vanishing away.  Yes, friends those candles multiply fast and our days evaporate quickly.  But the sweetest days are yet to come when we step into God’s presence and see Him face to face.  Endless days of worshipping at His feet.  Goodness and mercy following us from the moment we  invited Jesus into our life.  For those who place their faith and trust in God,  this earth is the worst we will ever know.

Yes, I’ll blow out those candles despite how many and remember the Giver of my life, the Redeemer of my soul, and the Restorer of all the enemy sought to take.  I’ll reflect not only on the moment I took my first breath, but the moment I released doubt and fully trusted in my God.

What about you dear friend?  How will you celebrate another year?  When you blow out those candles will it be a celebration of you or a celebration of remembrance of a life reborn?

“Sweet Jesus thank You for the gift of salvation.  Praising You for the moment I met You and my life was forever changed – what a glorious day!”

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Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 8, 2024

At His Table

“How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth!” Psalm 119:103 (ESV)

Love gathering with friends and savoring all the delish food cooked on the grill. Who wouldn’t want to gather at the table to sample all those homemade sides and churned ice cream? Greatest compliment ever is when someone says, “Text me that recipe.”  Bet no one wants to hear, “What store did you get that at?”  Keeping it real here friends – arriving with my store-bought goods when everyone else fills the table with grandma’s famous recipe isn’t my fave thing to do.

When it comes to God’s table – what am I bringing? Do I bring an open mind? Am I stopping in for a brief visit? Am I seeking deep truths or am I settling for a routine? Do I leave others desiring more of Jesus?

It’s easy to slide up to the table, soak in what others are sharing and then move on to the next thing on our list. Not exactly a recipe that serves us well. Failing to go deep, to seek and search out God’s truths positions us to settle for less.

What robs us of the most important relationship in our life? What keeps us from engaging with others as we study and live out critical truths?

Don’t know about you, but often we feel inadequate and uneducated. Past sins or lack of knowledge convince us we don’t deserve a seat. Intimidated, we slink back. Worst yet is we’re so busy – no time in our schedule, so we glance and grab the easiest scripture marking it off our list.

Regardless, there’s a place for everyone at God’s table. For the one who is weary and tired, you can find rest. For the one who struggles constantly, you can find love and mercy. For the one who has just embarked on their faith journey, He’s been waiting for you to draw close. For the one who is running further and further away, you can find exactly what you need. For the one who’s hungry for more, God will quench their hunger and thirst. For the one whose appetite has settled for less, He will truly satisfy. For the one who has been absent for a long time, His arms are open wide. For the one who feels unworthy, He clothes in righteousness. For the one who thinks they know it all, He illuminates mystery. For the one who’s never met Jesus, there’s always room for one more.

When it comes to God’s table all are welcome. So let’s make sure we come desiring to go deeper. Let’s prepare our heart, mind and soul to receive and be transformed feasting on the truths of His word. Let’s make sure we engage with others sharing truths we would have otherwise missed. Greatest compliment ever is when someone says, “I want the Jesus you know.”

“Father, thank you for inviting us to Your table – to engage with You and grow in our faith as we do life together.”

 

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Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 6, 2024

For God’s Glory

“Surely His salvation is near to those who fear Him, that glory may dwell in our land.” Psalms 85:9 (NKJV)

The sun’s rays – body relaxed and accepting, welcoming the beams that distribute vitamins to my skin and serotonin to my brain. Eventually, I have a sheen to my skin previously unseen. In fact, wait too long, and searing pain meets crimson. I may absorb warmth, energy, health and color from the sun, but I remain clear as to the source of these changes:  the sun. I contributed nothing to the sun’s power but have the advantage of being its recipient of goodness.

As followers of Jesus Christ, through the process of sanctification, our very selves are being transformed. We must remain aware of the source of these changes:  God. Our once hardened hearts become gentle and compassion flows from our lives. Our thoughts are challenged as God’s perfect love repeatedly reveals that His ways are markedly different than those of the world. Comparison, envy and anger are replaced with love, patience and joy. Before long, our entire being takes on a different hue. The radiance of Christ in us is inescapable.

Having been with the Lord on Mount Sinai, Moses veiled his radiant face and in response dedicated Israel to God. The glory of the Lord filled the temple as Solomon praised the Lord for the fulfillment of His promises to His people. Paul implored followers to give all glory to God, to do all things to the glory of God, the Father of glory.

The Holy Spirit resides in us to glorify Jesus. Do we take His glory and hold onto it as though it were our own? May we always cherish the changes that You work in us, Lord. These changes show that we have been adopted into the family of God. You are pleased to call us Your daughter. It is Your pleasure to use our gifts, abilities and character to draw all people to salvation through Jesus. But, may we never try to take Your glory.

“Father, may we not forget that it’s Your Glory. May we abide in Your love so that we radiate Your beauty to a world that without Jesus Christ is without hope and a future.”

For His Glory,

Kathryn Hayman
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 5, 2024

Fighting Pirates

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”  John 10:10

Are you a “cruiser”? My husband and I just went on our first one it was the first weeklong vacation the two of us have taken in our 30 years of marriage. You can imagine how excited we were to get away together…and away from work, to-do lists, daily decisions, etc. Since booking it in November, we anticipated a mix of relaxation, adventure, and intimacy with one another and with the Lord.

Unfortunately, the pirates started attacking even before we stepped foot on the ship.

It would sound almost comical if I recounted the numerous cannonballs shot our way just within the 48 hours before we departed (physical, financial, digital, etc.)…you’d laugh only so you wouldn’t cry. (I, however, did plenty of crying.) Moreover, I know many of you can relate with those “when it rains, it pours” seasons of life—and often, those “seasons” occur over a matter of days. Suffice it to say, that we almost did not go on the trip at all, but decided that we would, albeit with a shift of expectations due to one particular battle injury.

Again, I’ll spare you the details, but it took a couple days of swashbuckling pirates before we could put down our swords and relax a bit. We had to identify the enemy’s plans of attack and his efforts to spoil our time together celebrating our marriage. (He’s not a big fan of marriage. Pirates much prefer drunkenness, licentiousness, hostility, and gluttony, all of which were ubiquitous aboard the ship.)

But the weather was perfect, I read three novels and started a fourth, and we enjoyed new foods, impressive shows, and fun entertainment. Despite a few combat wounds, the pirates were unable to destroy the joy of our vacay.

That is, until we finally arrived home, exhausted from a five-hour drive on little sleep and no food. With the trip over, our guard was down…and our enemy saw an opening for one final assault. And he went in for the kill. Because that’s what the pirate of our soul does—he comes to steal, kill, and destroy everything that the Lord created to be good (John 10:10). What should have been a homecoming of reciting the joys of an almost-thwarted vacation turned into a vicious fight of epic proportions. Reflecting back, I can see it clearly: that devious snake chose the perfect grenade crafted from 30 years of careful observation, pulled the pin, and tossed it between us at just the right moment. Bloodied, battered, and exhausted after letting the enemy get a foothold with his lies and accusations, we grasped for Truth and did not go to bed in our anger (Ephesians 4: 25-27). As I write this, it’s a new dawn. And I’m trusting in the Lord’s new mercies—as well as my husband’s and my own.

So, what’s the spiritual point in my true confession saga? Friend, our enemy’s time is short. He is getting more desperate to prevent the lost and blind from being saved…but he’s also doing his best to minimize the effectiveness of those of us fighting for the Lord. And what better way than turning us against each other? Let’s all be aware of the pirating efforts around us—the condemnation, the twisting of truth, the robbing of peace and joy. Be sure you face each day with your full armor in place (Ephesians 6:10-17). And never, ever drop your shield or your sword…the pirates are real.

“Lord, forgive me for giving the enemy a foothold. You’ve equipped me with everything I need for victory—including the very power of the Holy Spirit within me. Don’t let me be blinded by lies and forget that I’m fighting a battle that You’ve already won.”

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Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

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