I know, childhood sexual abuse is not an easy subject to talk about, especially when so many people go to such great lengths to hide it and stuff it away. It’s never hidden as much as anyone thinks it is though. Of course God knows. God knows everything. Children eventually grow up to be adultsContinue reading “Childhood Sexual Abuse: A Prayer to Begin Healing”
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What is “the Sacred”
The sacred is what someone might consider to be divine, holy, of religious content, or deserving of veneration. What is sacred is different for everyone. When I personally think of the word I consider what is holy for me. This can be a holy moment of meditative prayer. Or, it can be a meaningful photoContinue reading “What is “the Sacred””
Why It is Good to Pray FOR Your Enemies
Matthew 5: 43-48 43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor[a] and hate your enemy.’44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteousContinue reading “Why It is Good to Pray FOR Your Enemies”
When We Love Others It Should Open Their Hearts Not Close Them
Not long ago I had a deep prayerful conversation with someone who has deeply touched my life. I think this person by far has been the strongest and yet most humbled I have known. We talked about who deserves Christ, the love of God, and how the Body of Christ is supposed to be “asContinue reading “When We Love Others It Should Open Their Hearts Not Close Them”
On a Wing and a Prayer
During the days of the early church, the Apostle Paul never ceased to emphasize the power of prayer. Often from a dank prison cell he lovingly sent the new Christian church letters asking for prayer as he prayed for them. He made it pretty obvious that he knew the power that was contained within ourContinue reading “On a Wing and a Prayer”
Is It Time For Refreshing?
Life has become routine, disconnected, filled with negativity, and a sense of being somewhat lost. Are you experiencing these things? If you are, then God is calling you to the throne and it is time for some refreshing. Taking time to spend only with your heavenly Father is essential for your spiritual and life health.Continue reading “Is It Time For Refreshing?”
Narcissistic Love Bombing: Have You Been Its Target?
I suppose before I start, for those who do not know, I should explain what “love bombing” is and why it is a part of relationship abuse cycles. Love bombing is something someone who is a narcissist, or potential abuser, does in order to hook someone into a relationship very quickly with them. They doContinue reading “Narcissistic Love Bombing: Have You Been Its Target?”
You Are NOT What Others Say You Are!
Doesn’t it seem like these days no matter what we do there is always someone who is unhappy about it? We’ve talked about differing opinions before. They are a dime a dozen (maybe with inflation a quarter a dozen)! We are our own self, a reflection of God’s unique creation. Even in community doesn’t itContinue reading “You Are NOT What Others Say You Are!”
How To Develop “Thicker Skin”: Five Ways
Have you ever had someone tell you that you need thicker skin, meaning that you are too sensitive and respond to insult way too easy? If so, I totally get it! Before I continue, I want to suggest you embrace your sensitivity and all of the good things about it. If you are sensitive itContinue reading “How To Develop “Thicker Skin”: Five Ways”
Bear Your Soul
I’m not sure if this blog post is education or expression. Maybe it’s a little bit of both of them. That would not be altogether a bad thing, would it? Expression is important to us, especially when we direct it toward God. He listens and hears even when others pass us over. In fact, HeContinue reading “Bear Your Soul”
Life Lessons by Jenine Marie 
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