Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | April 7, 2023

Jesus Is More Than Enough

“For in Him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through Him to reconcile to Himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of His cross.”  Colossians 1:19:20 (ESV)

Totally hard to believe that this world as we know it was once Paradise – the most wonderful place ever. Perfection at its finest.  Created by our God who took total chaos plus darkness and turned it into absolute beauty.  And let’s not forget Adam and Eve who walked in perfect commune with God daily enjoying His presence. Can’t think of a better place – can’t imagine needing anything else right?  But we know the rest of this story….sin crept in creating a barrier between God and man.

Can only imagine how Adam and Eve felt hiding in the garden totally afraid of God’s presence …sin birthed disharmony and disorder in a once perfect world.  From the moment man breathed his first breath, we were created for a deep intimate relationship with God.  And sprinkled throughout the pages of the Old Testament, we glimpse God’s plan strategically unfolding to bring us back, to reconcile us to Himself once and for all.

Who would have ever dreamed a tiny babe born in a manager would be God’s answer to our desperate need?  Jesus took on flesh, lived amongst us, walked with us and talked with us. Fully God – fully man.  Exhibiting the very essence of our God. Holy.  Righteous.  Sinless perfection.  Loving kindness.  Faithfulness.  Humility.  The list is endless – Jesus is the full measure of God’s Spirit, attributes, sovereignty and power. He was the only one who could be the atoning sacrifice, endure death on the cross for our sins and then rise again as our ever present help.

Restored and redeemed – Jesus’ blood brought everything back to its original intent – intimate fellowship with God.  The best gift ever.  The veil was torn removing any barriers and beckoning us to draw close.  Resurrection glory sealed the living hope within us.  Sin doesn’t have the final say.

Interesting how easily we can get the amazing truth of God’s redemptive story so misaligned.  Perhaps it’s because it seems beyond our comprehension.  But if we asked the citizens of Colosse, they would tell us Jesus was simply another supernatural power like their other gods.  There was no way He could be an exact replica of God.  Simply put, Jesus was not sufficient for their needs.

Love the way Paul clearly reminded believers in Colosse, who were being lured away by false teaching, Jesus is the only One – the perfect mediator between God and the world.  All of the attributes of God took up permanent residency in the One, Jesus, who would remove our hostility towards God and open up the way through Him to the Father.

Sweet friend we don’t have to wonder or be confused – Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. No one can come to the Father except through His precious blood, and He is more than enough for all our needs.

“Father protect our hearts and minds from anyone or anything that would seek to discredit Your Son. Help us to know truth and stand firm on Your truth unwavering even in the midst of false teaching.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | April 5, 2023

Thou Anointest My Head With Oil

“You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.” (Isaiah 26:3, ESV)

David wrote Psalm 23 as a metaphor guiding the reader to see the Lord as having traits like that of a shepherd.  David had spent his younger years caring for sheep.  Sheep were a huge part of the economy. He knew how valuable they were.  He also understood how vulnerable they were to predators (large and small) and needed to be protected.

One of the reasons the shepherd anoints the sheep with oil was to protect them from flies, gnats and parasites.  The shepherd would make sure that the oil would run around the sheep’s eyes, ears, and noses. A sheep could break its’ own skull while trying to seek relief from these brain-eating parasites.  When the shepherd applied oil, it brought peace to the sheep.  An instant barrier of protection against the evil trying to destroy them.

A shepherd also knows that sometimes sheep will clash with each other. Often the males butted heads. He couldn’t stop them from clashing, but the oil would allow their heads to bounce off without doing a lot of harm to each other.

David writes about the Lord putting him in a place before his enemies and his head being covered by oil.  I don’t know about you but when I have to be around my enemies, I want to look my best. I’m not sure having a greasy head would be it.

But I believe David was trying to teach us a deeper lesson.

Have you ever been in a hurtful situation in life?  Feeling mistreated? Are you butting your head against the wall (like sheep) trying to get relief from what’s taking place in your life?

Just like the sheep had enemies that caused them great mental anguish so do we as children of God. You are even more important than sheep in God’s economy.  When life and others mistreat you, He is there.

The prophet Isaiah also tells us that when we focus on Jesus, he will keep our minds in perfect peace. He is our oil that gives immediate relief.  We just simply call on the name of Jesus. Demons flee at the sound of His name.  The blood of Jesus protects us from those parasites after our souls.

It’s also important to note that David didn’t write about what God was doing in the presence of his friends, but his enemies.  David was rejoicing that the Lord had placed him in a position where he was sitting at a table with his enemies and felt perfect peace.  “Thou anointest my head with oil.” (Psalm 23:5-6)

You can have peace in the midst of great heartache.

 

“Father, you are our shepherd.  Remind us today that we can call on Jesus our instant barrier of protection from the evil that tries to destroy us.”

For His Glory,

Laura Holmes www.ephraimministries.org
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | April 4, 2023

No Middle Ground

“The one who is not with Me is against Me; and the one who does not gather with Me scatters”. Luke 11:23

Life is full of compromise and gray areas. In our families, at work, and in the marketplace—we give a little, take a little, and typically do what it takes to make relationships and situations go smoothly. Generally speaking, this is a very good thing. Finding “middle ground” allows a group of people to effectively decide what laws to pass, how to proceed on a business deal, or where to go to dinner.

The average adult makes about 35,000 conscious decisions each and every day. Most are definitive and are within our sole prerogative. But thousands of these likely involve taking others’ needs and wants into consideration—hopefully. Christ followers, in particular, are called to act without selfish ambition or conceit, counting others more significant than ourselves and to look out for the interest of others (Philippians 2). Again, seeking the good of our neighbor (1 Corinthians 10:24) and loving others as Christ loves us (John 13:24), is a high calling that requires us to give up our desires and give in to others. So, navigating our days, weeks, months, and years is all about balancing “me” and “you” and “us”—walking in that middle ground in most things. (More of our society used to embrace this concept, and culture was so much more civil…oh, the good ol’ days of the early 2000s…)

All this being said, when it comes to the person of Jesus Christ, we actually hear this gray area thinking a lot: “Jesus was a great teacher, but He wasn’t God.” (In fact, a Ligonier Ministries survey in 2020 found that one-third of professing evangelicals agreed that Jesus isn’t God.) People will say they admire Him and would like to live according to His teaching…when it fits in with their own wants and desires. Christians and non-Christians alike, pick and choose from God’s Word, constructing for themselves a Book of Compromise and Grayness.

Although there are some theological themes from the Bible that are a bit “gray” and have been debated since the Church began two thousand years ago, these are all non-essentials to the Person and Work of Jesus Christ. God’s Word, dear friend, is black and white on the fact that Jesus is the Son of God. He came to earth fully God and fully Man to live a perfect life and die the death we deserve, paying the penalty for our sins. With His resurrection—which we celebrate this Sunday—He defeated Satan and death, giving us victory and exchanging our unrighteousness for His righteousness. He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life, and no one comes to the Father but through Him (John 14:6).

In fact, through Jesus’ ministry, He asserted the Truth of who He is, why He lived, and why He died and rose again. So, to claim He was merely a “great teacher” is truly bizarre! He’d have to be a liar, delusional, or insane. (Why would you follow an insane teacher?)

What is the bottom line here? There is no middle ground with Jesus Christ. You are either for Him or against Him (Luke 11:23; Matthew 12:30). You either believe He is who He says He is and did what He said He’d do…or you don’t. You love Him or hate Him. You are His friend or His enemy. There’s a great verse from Joshua, as he’s talking with the Israelites (who were full of compromise on God’s instructions)—it’s one of those pillow-stitched and wall-décor verses, and it is a good one. The paraphrase is this: If it’s evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve (Joshua 24:15). So, friend, I’m asking you now, as Resurrection Day quickly approaches, to consider whom you will choose. Which side are you on? There is no middle ground. Will you accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior or reject Him?

“Father God, I pray that the Holy Spirit move within those who have not yet chosen to follow Jesus, that they move from either doubt or rejection to accepting the free gift of salvation.”

 

For His Glory

 

Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | April 3, 2023

Why Clear Vision Is Essential

“Open my eyes that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.”  Psalm 119:18 (ESV)

Blurry, distorted and tired.  Those words describe my vision two months ago.  It started simply as an itchy eye.  One that I supposed was due to warming temperatures and early pollen. The more I rubbed my eye, the worse it felt.  Attempting to treat it myself with warm compresses and gentle washing, I found nothing truly was working.  Weeks later, I woke up with not only a very sore, red eye but there was major swelling in my sinuses.  One look in the mirror and I was finally convinced I needed to call my eye doctor.

Antibiotics and eye cream were prescribed, and I was wondering why I delayed.  Not sure how I thought my eye and vision would improve without some intervention.  What seemed insignificant ultimately resulted in a nasty infection not only to my eye but to my sinuses as well.  An ignored issue never usually resolves itself – it simply spreads.

Clear vision is essential especially when it comes to spiritual growth.  Wonder how many times we have overlooked  what God was clearly attempting to show us?  Or worse, how many times have we distorted God’s truth because we didn’t want to see what He was revealing?  Just keeping it real here but we probably could all relate to moments when we were blinded to our sins.  Failing to remove the scales of excuse and denial so we could see what God sees. One intentional, honest look into the mirror and we’d realize how much we need to behold God’s truth.

Have to admit it’s much easier for us to quick read our devotions rather than let God’s word sink deep into our soul.  Busyness, distractions and avoidance keep us from lingering long at His feet.  And sweet friends when we choose to dismiss or minimize His words it will never serve us well.

Totally love the psalmist’s words asking God for open eyes to behold the wonders in His word.  To examine closely with perfect vision and clarity what God’s truth teaches.  To lean in and slow the pace so He can lead us as we unpack the meaning, instruction and guidance found throughout the scriptures. Uncovering hidden nuggets just waiting to be discovered. Incredible faith journeys longing for us to glimpse how God worked in the lives of His people. No wonder the psalmist desired open eyes.

Blurry, distorted or clear and focused – the choice is up to us.  The next time we open God’s word, let’s determine to truly seek Him. Let’s ask Him for open eyes to see His truth. Let’s ask God to remove the blinders and enable us to see what He has for us.  Let’s ask Him to unveil the wonders of His words leaping off the page.  Can’t think of a better way to approach God’s word than asking for His help.

“Father, You desire to show us incredible wonders from Your word.  Slow our pace and teach us to gather at Your feet with open eyes – not missing a single truth.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 31, 2023

When The Rains Come

“The rains came down, the streams rose and the winds blew and beat against the house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.” Matthew 7:25 (NIV)

The foolish man built his house upon the sand and when the rains came it fell with a crash. I can still remember those hand motions from Sunday School – just loved this song. But then again I was probably 4 years old the first time those words came out of my mouth. Life is pretty good for a 4 year old. Easy to sing words about rain, wind and storms crashing down when the weight of your world revolves around Sesame Street. And the foolish man, well he was beyond my little thinking just seemed like a fun part of the song to crumble to the floor, especially since we had no trouble getting back up for a re-do.

Definitely past my 4 year old self now and totally get God’s message. In life, we will experience drenching rains, rising streams and strong winds aimed at tearing us down. Doesn’t matter if we are wise or foolish – storms don’t discriminate – they will come. Difference maker is really what we are standing on when it arrives – will we crumble or will we remain firmly planted?

Blessed to watch several friends going through the storm and standing strong. One was homeless and yet never gave up hope her God would come through. One is diagnosed with a rare cancer yet trusts her God for the impossible to come true. One is helplessly watching her son struggle yet clinging to the source of her strength. Brave courageous women and my list could go on and on.

Seem unreal, unlikely – no wise women are authentic emotion filled women who have built their life upon the solid rock of our God. Yes, there have been tears along the way and moments of desperation. There are certainly days when strength is gone, hair is lost and questions rank high. There are moments when depression and wrestling settle in. But the wise woman knows her God – she has planted herself firmly in His word and promises long before the storms began.

Unexpected happens every day. We’re moving through life unaware that rain is coming. And then the wind begins to pick up. The downpour comes and beats against everything we ever knew. It’s in these moments when the unexpected offers us the opportunity to lean on our Rock, who is unmoveable, unshakeable and has unmistakeably proven His love for us. If our faith and trust are firmly planted in Him, we will not crumble or fall.

“Father, You have taught us well to preserve, press through and hold on tight to You. We may appear to be losing our grip, but You are cradling us in the palm of Your hands.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 30, 2023

A Culture of Worry

“Therefore I say to you, do not worry about your life…” Matthew 6:25 (NKJV)

I recently found myself nervous about several situations all at once.  Despite Bible study, prayer, worship, and a little too much talking things over with my husband, I was still worried.  In the end all three of the circumstances worked out for the best.  As they usually do.  Sigh.  Cue the guilt for lack of faith.  Double sigh.  I began to ponder, “Why did I go through this cycle…again?!?”  It came to mind that there are a number of possible reasons:

  1.  We live in a culture of negativity. We have 24/7 access to the news and most of it isn’t so great.  It can easily lead us to fear and worry.  We can’t do something about everything, and we shouldn’t sit around worrying about it all.  Instead, we need to recognize what we can help with and spend more time focusing on our blessings.
  2.  We live our lives too publicly.  Facebook.  Twitter.  Instagram.  Pinterest.  We can’t possibly live up to the expectations we set for ourselves.  So what if someone doesn’t think you look thin enough, if someone doesn’t like your haircut or if someone doesn’t agree with your post?  We worry too much about what others think.
  3.  We actually don’t rely on our faith enough.  While I refuse to feel guilty when I am forgiven, I do believe there are times when I worry because I am not focusing enough on my faith.  I can do all the “right things” such as praying and Bible study, but am I really focusing on the truth of God’s word and His will?

Knowing this information won’t actually stop me from worrying.  Instead, I have to stop focusing on the negative.  I have to stop being concerned about what others think about me.  And I must trust in God.

“Dear Lord, Please forgive me for the times I worry because You have told me there is no need to worry.  Please help me to trust in You more and worry less.”

For His Glory

Laurel Shaler (drlaurelshaler.com)
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 28, 2023

Rehearsing Miracles

“When your children ask their fathers in time to come, saying “What are these stones?” then you shall inform your children saying, “Israel crossed the Jordan on dry ground.” For the Lord your God dried up the waters of the Jordan before you until you had crossed, just as the Lord your God had done to the Red Sea, which He dried up before us until we had crossed; that all the peoples of the earth may know that the hand of the Lord is mighty, so that you may fear the Lord your God forever.” Joshua 4:21-24

After reading in Exodus about the dramatic and miraculous redemption of the Jewish people out of Egypt, you hit the next four books written by Moses: Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy.  Amid the laws and lists, there is the often frustrating saga of the desert travels and how the Israelites so quickly forgot the miracles (and the very presence) of the Lord only to whine, grip and complain. We read how when they first got to the Promised Land’s border and 12 spies were sent to scope it all out, that 10 guys came back shaking in their sandals.  Only Joshua and Caleb remembered that this was land promised to them by the Lord – so it already belonged to them.  That’s when their 40 year wandering began, and that entire generation – except Joshua and Caleb – died in the desert as a consequence of their disobedience.

So, I just love the first four chapters of the book of Joshua when it’s time for the next-gen 12 tribes to take what’s theirs under Joshua’s leadership (even though it’s sad that Moses can’t experience this particular victory).  There’s a lot of depth to explore (cue the events with Rahab the harlot and the spies, for instance), but let’s focus on chapters 3 and 4.  It’s time to cross over the Jordan River, and God ends the Israelites’ Exodus journey the same way He started it: by drying up a body of water so the people can walk though it to the other side.  After everyone had safely crossed, the Lord told Joshua to set up 12 stones as a memorial of everything God had done for His people – from drying up the Red Sea to drying up the Jordan…and all the miracles in between.

Why?  So, when future generations asked, “What are these stones all about, Dad?” then they could be told and retold, “Because God miraculously rescued us!” The stones were there as a remembrance of the Lord’s miracles: delivering them out of slavery in Egypt (as the Egyptians handed over tons of gold and silver), feeding them food from heaven, quenching their thirst with water from a stone, never having their shoes wear out through 40 years of desert walking…and, of course, guiding them with His very presence by day and by night. (Again, so much to unpack there, but let’s get to the point du jour).

What about you?  Do you rehearse God’s miracles in your own life?  Do you talk about, journal or even set up monuments rehearsing all the Lord has done for you?  From our own redemption at the moment of salvation to provision to quenched thirst to God’s very presence in front of us and behind us…we all have a trail of miracles.  Do we tell our friends, our children, our children’s children?  Most importantly, do we remind ourselves of who God is – His grace, His mercy, His relentless faithfulness?  If you haven’t made it a thing in your life, start today.  Tell yourself and others of His Greatness, so “all the peoples of the earth may know that the hand of the Lord is mighty, so that you may fear the Lord your God forever.” (Joshua 4:24)

“Heavenlty Father, thank You for the miracles all around us – from Your breath in our lungs to each sunrise to protection, health and provision.  May we share the wonders of Your love with others .. and remind ourselves of Your faithfulness.”

For His Glory

Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 24, 2023

When We Entertain The Edge of Falling

“So whoever stands must be careful not to fall.” I Corinthians 10:12 (HCSB)

Ever tried to stand on one foot only to cave quickly? Despite our determination to stand firmly in one place, our weak muscles win out. And that crash to the floor isn’t pretty or fun. Embarrassed, we quickly get back up dismissing our attempt because we just knew we were stronger.

Hard to admit our weaknesses. Hard to dismiss our failings. Even harder to confess our inability to stand firm. Bet we’ve all been there when we entertained a not so good option totally convinced we wouldn’t cave in. Probably experienced proud moments too confident we were above tipping over the edge of someone else’s tempting moments. Dare we even admit those times judging others puffs us up to a perceived higher status that would “definitely not do the same.”

Weak moments where we count on personal strength never serve us well. We need God’s Spirit empowering us to stay on course, so we won’t give in when personal desires attempt to derail us. We need awareness of our inability to stand firm by ourselves. Smart women guard their hearts and cover their minds with the truth of God’s Word. Wise women invest in strengthening resolve and strategically choose to avoid the potential of sin dragging us down. Humble women admit their weaknesses and avoid leaning on self or pretending they’ve got it all under control.

Bottom line sweet friend, we want to stand. And part of that standing requires awareness of how easy it is to fall and how quickly we can lose our footing. Holding on tight to our God is the only way to journey through life. Resting confidently in His strength to see us through. Perfection we will miss on this earth, but blameless we can achieve if we stay close to Him.

Keeping it real here – let’s tackle that one thing consistently seeking to pull us down. Let’s surrender it at the feet of Jesus and determine to not take it back. Let’s pray daily for protection, wisdom and discernment in weak moments. Let’s not boast but rather admit we need God desperately to keep us standing firm.

“Father, give us your eyes to see the potential of slipping before we entertain the edge and fall. Help us to draw strength, stability and firmness from You and not trust self to get us through.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 22, 2023

Working Your Core

“Therefore, take up the whole armor, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.” (Ephesians 6:13, ESV)

I love horseback riding.  It ranks high on the list of my “go to” activities for stress relief. When I’m on the trail riding my mind has to stay focused.  Not on the problems going on in my life, but on the horse and the trail in front of me.  There’s a wonderful sense of freedom and relaxation enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.

The most important fundamental and key foundational riding skill is having a strong core connection with your horse. Connecting to your core means balance for both you and your horse.

Having a connected core also allows you to have better emotional control (over yourself and your horse).  Without this essential connection, everything else you do on your horse will be off. When your core is properly engaged, you stay in sync with your horse’s center of balance. It creates a sensation of stability and harmony in motion between you and your horse.

It’s important to stay calm and allow your body to move with the rhythm of the horse.  Working your core gives you the ability to feel the way he is walking, making it easier to let him rock you from side to side without resisting.  You might bounce or get thrown off if you’re too tense.

When Paul wrote the verse above to the church in Ephesus, he was stressing the importance of working your spiritual core.

“Having done all” implies:

  • Daily personal prayer (relationship)
  • Regularly reading /studying (meditating/taking thoughts captive) on the Word
  • Staying connected to others in the Body of Christ (accountability)

When I am engaged in these things, I’m not able to focus on the problems of life. These fundamentals help me focus on Jesus instead (another great stress reliever). There’s freedom in Him.

Not having our core firmly connected to God leaves us more vulnerable to our emotions. Life can be bumpy (like a trail) and if our core is not connected to God then we can be thrown.

When life throws us, our emotions can keep us from being in sync with God.

Have you ever uttered these words?

“I don’t feel like reading my Bible.”  “I don’t feel like going to bible study/church.”  “I don’t feel like . . . “

If our balance is off, then we’re not able to put on the whole armor and we have no stamina to stand when the trail of life makes us sway. (Ephesian 6:14-17)

The Bible stabilizes us.  His truth allows us to move in any direction life pulls us and gives us proper balance.

“Father help us to understand the importance of working our spiritual core. It enables us to put on the whole armor so that we can stand against the schemes of the devil.”

 

For His Glory

Laura Holmes (www.ephraimministries.org)
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 21, 2023

Sing In His Presence

“Shout joyfully to the Lord, all the earth. Serve the Lord with gladness; Come before Him with joyful singing.” Psalm 100:1-2

Do you ever stop to consider the amazing fact that, as believers, we are privileged to enter into the very throne room of God? Because Jesus made a way of reconciliation for us, exchanging our filthy rags for His righteousness, there is no longer an impassible chasm. We can come before the Lord with our thankfulness, our petitions, our fears, and our brokenness. It’s truly mind-blowing when you let it sink in.

But there are times when we might feel far from God. Maybe we’ve turned to some other idol—a person, a substance, an activity—to fill a soul-hole. Maybe we’re frustrated because a prayer is not being answered when and how we want it to be, so we—like a spoiled toddler—cross our arms and turn our backs on our gracious and loving Father. Whatever the reason for this perceived disconnect, the Bible gives us clear direction as to how to enter into God’s presence.

The Psalms are so beautiful, and they capture pretty much every emotional and spiritual experience we can go through. David’s, in particular, express much of what we go through…but he always turns his focus back to God’s sovereignty, power, holiness, grace, and justice. Psalm 100 (which isn’t explicitly written by David), is a lovely reminder of who God is—and, based on that, we’re to be thankful. But it’s the second verse that highlights a super-cool duality of worship.

“Come before Him with joyful singing.” This simple statement can actually be read in two ways, each of which deliver a powerful truth. First, the meaning can be: “When you come into the presence of the Lord, do so with joyful singing.” This totally makes sense, right? When we consider God in His magnificence, it’s a logical response to burst out in joyful song! (Which, by the way, we can now only dimly experience, but one day we’ll see Him in all His glory—and, oh, I can only imagine those songs!)

But, going back to those times when we feel far from God, this verse can also be an instruction for how to enter into His presence. “How do we come before Him? With joyful singing!” In other words, when we’re feeling disconnected, or when we simply don’t “feel” like worshipping, there is a solution: Joyfully sing! Throw on your favorite praise song…and sing. Loudly. Sing songs of who God is—His character, His providence. Sing about His amazing grace that rescued and redeemed you. Remind yourself in song that He will never leave or forsake you—that Christ is all you need. When you feel anxious, fearful, discouraged, or disconnected…sing. The joy will come. The next thing you know, you’ll be in His marvelous presence.

Heavenly Father, thank you for the privilege of coming before You with praise, thanksgiving, and joyful songs!

For His Glory

Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

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