I am stepping back but leaving almost 7 years of content here for you to be encouraged. Come connect on Facebook Instagram Twitter/X Wordpress and You Tube. We are Restored People Community - formerly Restored Ministries. My main profile is Michelle Cosby Bollom - you can connect with me there too. All my books are available on Amazon & Barnes N Noble. Stay Blessed and Always Be Encouraged ❤️XXOO

When you can fully step into trust you will enter into peaceful rest and no more stress ❤️ The wise council God gives when I’m awake is confirmed by my sleeping heart. Day and night I’ll stick with God; I’ve got a good thing going and I’m not letting go. — Psalm 16:7-8 MSG A person steeped in the ways of God will usually be able to discern the ways of God. A heart that desires His plan more than its own, is likely to give good advice, even in the darkness of the night. Sometimes we think the council of God is out of reach so we often strive for lesser recommendations. Perhaps we have such a hard time discerning between our own agenda, and God‘s, we do not trust those impulses. Are they from God? Or are they from self? We often do not know. Thankfully, God does not leave us there. Be encouraged; He is our counselor, and He will direct us. And when the dividing line between His will and your heart begins to blur, consider that the two might be falling in line with one another. If you have laid the foundation for that knowing God is your refuge, His people your delight, His plan your joy, then God has shaped your heart. Do not trust it naïvely, but trust the work God has done in it. He has shaped it to beat with His. Takeaways from Chris Tiegreen / One Year Walk With God XXOO 😘Michelle Cosby Bollom

Don’t Stress About Your Steps Do you feel that your dreams are off track and somehow you must have missed God for your own self-righteous imaginations? Joseph wasn’t off track - but he must of felt like he was with all the problems he was going through after sharing his God dream with others. The plans of his brothers for harm fit with the plans of God for good. God saw the whole tragedy ahead of time and had woven His plan into it. Or…. Had God seen the plan and woven the tragedy into it? We are not sure exactly how God’s sovereignty operates in the self-will of humanity, but we know that it does. Even when life throws the unexpected at us, it is never unexpected for God. We are never as off track as we think we are. God orders our steps, even when we aren’t sure of them. Seek God and His will and be determined to pursue it, but don’t stress about your steps. God always puts them in order. Within your heart you can make plans for your future, but the Lord chooses the steps you take to get there. — Proverbs 16:9 TPT —XXOO😘Michelle Cosby Bollom Today’s Takeaway’s from Chris Tiegreen / One Year Walk With Gods

You can be confused, but still remain confident in the Lord You can be bewildered, but still believing in the goodness of God. You can be worn out but still be trusting and waiting on God to move …. Job felt the same way I bet - he was all those things yet he was just as sure of his own integrity as he was of God’s goodness. Job refused to be intimidated into a false confession by the accusations of his friends. Thinking of those “almost”polar opposites - I thought of my own life and how sometimes 💩 happens and I too am at times both those things … Job was confused yet confident Job was bewildered yet believing And Job surely was worn out yet still waiting on God. As I was diving in - I found an interesting bit I saw here in Job 33 …. Elihu had listened to the friend’s advice and also to Job’s defense — he had found both wanting… In Job 33 Elihu brings his case against Job - in 34 he accuses Job of arrogance - in 35 he reminds Job of God’s justice - in 36 & 37 he reminds Job of God’s power… But somehow he still never sides with Job or the others … Elihu clearly is focused rather on defending God’s honor from misleading statements. He appears to be a bit “short on the sugar” sympathy for Job. 😂 And even more surprising - we never heard of Elihu before chapter 32 - Nor was he mentioned after he closed his mouth- he wasn’t chastised by God along with Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar. It seems Elihu appeared - spoke - then disappeared ….. He had the last word in the conversation before God finally begins to speak in chapter 38. 🤯 I first started to unpack all this when I saw Job 33:4 - this is Elihu’s reply …. Job 33:4 - “ the Spirit of God made me what I am, the breath of God Almighty gave me life!” And tucked inside Elihu’s second speech is this gem!!! Job 34:10 … It’s impossible for God to do anything evil. 2 very commonly quoted verses. I decided to go back and read Elihu’s first, second, and third speech …. Elihu was dropping some pretty powerful nuggets!! I encourage you to read Job 33-38 and find your own powerful Promises to hold onto out of those nugget reminders Elihu is dropping. I also want to note Elihu may have gone on and on about God’s goodness in the midst of Job’s suffering and that could be a bit insensitive … sometimes we have the best intentions and we can be the same way … I am not making light of anyone’s suffering by stating those amazing Promises will fix your situation … but they are a wonderful place to start and they encouraged me greatly and I want you too to know … It is completely ok to be confused and confident, bewildered yet believing, and to be a bit worn out in the waiting like Job. But … Please hold on - and remember God is working All Things Out for your good! (Roman’s 8:28) And Hey Cheers to Elihu! Whoever he was for the great reminders of God’s amazing Promises. There’s always a Promise for every problem. So, as the old adage goes … “Write your name on the Promises - and declare! I too have made them mine!!” Let me know what others you discovered in those chapters. — XXOO Michelle Cosby Bollom RestoredPeopleCommunity Click the Bell 🔔 to subscribe Come Like Us On Facebook 👇🏻 Restored People Community https://www.facebook.com/restoredpeoplecommunity/ Poetically Prophetic - https://www.facebook.com/PoeticallyProphetic/ Need prayer? Email us at [email protected] Follow our Podcast https://anchor.fm/restored-ministries You can also find it on all Podcast Outlets - Bold Truths Raw Faith / The Pursuit of a Promise Podcast by Restored Ministries Follow Our Daily Blog on Wordpress 👇🏻 https://www.restoredministriesblog.Wordpress.com #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul #RestoredPeopleCommunity

How To Stay On Track Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don't try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God's voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; He is the one who will keep you on track. Don't assume that you know it all. Run to God! Run from evil! Your body will glow with health. — Proverbs 3:5-8 The Message 🎉❤️👇🏻 Now make it personal 🎉❤️👇🏻— I Trust God from the bottom of my heart; I don't have to try to figure out everything on my own. I Listen for God's voice in everything I do, everywhere I go; He is the one who will keep me on track. I DON’T know it all. I will Run to God! I will Run from evil! My body will glow with health. — Proverbs 3:5-8 And that my friends is how I and maybe you too will stay on track and be in health, or find the answers to all you are seeking this year. XXOO 😘Michelle Cosby Bollom #PrayTheWord #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul #Spirit #RestoredPeopleCommunity

Let all things be done decently and in order. — 1 Corinthians 14:40 Do all things in a beautiful and orderly way!! (TPT) Merry Christmas & Happy New Year - we will check ya back in January for our monthly #Podcast - #ThePursuitOfAPromise XXOO - 😘 Michelle Cosby Bollom

Peace can actually be painful for some people. Some are always looking at life as one mess mounting after another. They are Hyper - Focusing on the next shoe to drop. Unlearning this way of life can be hard. For some that is how you dealt and how you were raised or witnessed life. You learned to always deal in chaos. Evil foreboding can quickly overtake and occupy your thoughts. You were the one that could get busted in the lip and keep on whistling. When the wheels are coming off the bus you knew how to change a tire quick or walk. If it’s not drama filled - you don’t know how to deal with it. That way of coping protected you for a time but it also actually fuels pride … never Peace. This is many people …. This was me for way too many years. It’s exhausting! I crave I protect I guard at all costs Peace now. What I found is Peace is a Person. It’s not found in the perfect circumstances relationship’s or things of the World. He never told us to fight battles … He told us to stand firm and allow Him to handle them. He never told us all days would be rosy and restful … He said to rest in Him. He never said chase the World’s peace or that faux peace will cut it … He said His Peace is super natural and sufficient and only He can give. The search for Faux Peace is rampant …. Don’t be puffed up with pride on how well you can juggle all the junk thrown at you …. Stop looking for it by jumping from one addiction and compulsion to the next… Peace is never found in people chasing … ALL those things are foolish fast and fleeting. A over - full calendar can lead to an early casket. Not a full life. An over - drawn account will never be able to buy it. If you always move at the speed of the world’s “lightening speeds” you will actually dim the real Light of Life that is meant to sustain and strengthen you. Peace will always be out of reach when you reach for anything other than The Prince of Peace. Just some thoughts I am pondering today … 😘XXOO Michelle Bollom “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times, in all ways. The Lord be with you all.” — 2 Thessalonians 3:16

Let’s lead with our ears today and not with our mouths. Be more intentional with the words you speak today. Weigh your words and measure the pace. When you’re slow to speak, anger rarely gets to take the reins because this pace diffuses its haste. — Thoughts from Breathe Daily Devotional by Charlotte Gambill Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry. — James 1:9 Click the Bell 🔔 to subscribe Come Like Us On Facebook 👇🏻 Restored People Community https://www.facebook.com/restoredpeoplecommunity/ Poetically Prophetic - https://www.facebook.com/PoeticallyProphetic/ Need prayer? Email us at [email protected] Follow our Podcast https://anchor.fm/restored-ministries You can also find it on all Podcast Outlets - Bold Truths Raw Faith / The Pursuit of a Promise Podcast by Restored Ministries Follow Our Daily Blog on Wordpress 👇🏻 https://www.restoredministriesblog.Wordpress.com #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul #RestoredPeopleCommunity

"Now my beloved ones, I have saved these most important truths for last: Be supernaturally infused with strength through your life-union with the Lord Jesus. Stand victorious with the force of His explosive power flowing in and through you." —Ephesians 6:10 TPT XXOO 😘 Michelle Cosby Bollom God sees us from the perspective of who He created us to be, but we too often see ourselves from our limitations instead of our possibilities. ~Stormie Omartian Click the Bell 🔔 to subscribe to our podcast - we post monthly. Come Like Us On Facebook 👇🏻 Restored People Community https://www.facebook.com/restoredpeoplecommunity/ Poetically Prophetic - https://www.facebook.com/PoeticallyProphetic/ Need prayer? Email us at [email protected] Follow our Podcast https://anchor.fm/restored-ministries You can also find it on all Podcast Outlets - Bold Truths Raw Faith / The Pursuit of a Promise Podcast by Restored Ministries Follow Our Daily Blog on Wordpress 👇🏻 https://www.restoredministriesblog.Wordpress.com #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul #RestoredPeopleCommunity

Proverbs 29:25 is a warning, it tells us “the fear of man brings a snare”.. Being overly concerned about what people think of us, and fearing their possible rejection of us is actually a dangerous trap of the enemy that he uses to try and control us. It will either muzzle or silence us from speaking the truth, when necessary, or provoke us to say what people want to hear instead of the word of the Lord that they need to hear. — Rick Renner Click the Bell 🔔 to subscribe Come Like Us On Facebook 👇🏻 Restored People Community https://www.facebook.com/restoredpeoplecommunity/ Poetically Prophetic - https://www.facebook.com/PoeticallyProphetic/ Need prayer? Email us at [email protected] Follow our Podcast https://anchor.fm/restored-ministries You can also find it on all Podcast Outlets - Bold Truths Raw Faith / The Pursuit of a Promise Podcast by Restored Ministries Follow Our Daily Blog on Wordpress 👇🏻 https://www.restoredministriesblog.Wordpress.com #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul #RestoredPeopleCommunity

How you look at a problem will determine how quickly you get out of it. No temptation has come upon you except what is common to mankind. For God, Who is faithful, will not permit you to be tempted beyond what you are able to bear; but with the temptation, He will make a way of escape, so that you may be able to bear it. — 1 Corinthians 10:13 AFV XXOO Michelle 😘

These things I plan won't happen right away. Slowly, steadily, surely, the time approaches when the vision will be fulfilled. If it seems slow, do not despair, for these things will surely come to pass. Just be patient! They will not be overdue a single day! Habakkuk 2:3 (LB) Remember how far you've come, not just how far you have to go. ~ XXOO Michelle 😘 #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul #RestoredPeopleCommunity

Here’s a story about a recent off the cuff comment that was less than genuine — and it had me sharing some important promises for living the life you want. Come connect with us @restoredpeoplecommunity ❤️😘

Rejection - it doesn’t feel good. But what if it’s really God’s protection for you? Sometimes we must trust the Divine Departures and Gifts Of Goodbye. Not everyone can go where God is taking us. Seasons change and friends can come and go. But only One remains! Trust God with the sifting of the wheat from the chaff. He knows what and who you need to do His will. Some friendships don’t last for long, but there is one loving friend who is joined to your heart closer than any other! Proverbs 18:24 TPT ~ XXOO Michelle Cosby Bollom

Lord, I have chosen you alone as my inheritance. You are my prize, my pleasure, and my portion. I leave my destiny and its timing in your hands. Your pleasant path leads me to pleasant places. I’m overwhelmed by the privileges that come with following you, for you have given me the best! The way you counsel and correct me makes me praise you more, for your whispers in the night give me wisdom, showing me what to do next. Because you are close to me and always available, my confidence will never be shaken, for I experience your wrap-around presence every moment. My heart and soul explode with joy—full of glory! Even my body will rest confident and secure. For you will not abandon me to the realm of death, nor will you allow your Holy One to experience corruption. For you bring me a continual revelation of resurrection life, the path to the bliss that brings me face-to-face with you. — Psalm 16:5-11 TPT In Your presence is Total Celebration. - Psalm 16:11 CEB. Happy Holy Week! Blessings to you this Resurrection Sunday & Happy Easter

When things seem soft and shaky and short lived - there is only one thing that stands firm & forever …True, the grass withers and the wildflowers fade, but our God’s Word stands firm and forever. —Isaiah 40:8 MSG

LORD, you created so many things! With your wisdom you made them all. The earth is full of the living things you made. — Psalm 104:24 ERV Message translation states “Overflow” in place of the word full. God is full of endless possibilities - maybe it’s time you start believing for something greater… His hand is never shortened! Get ready for an “overflow” especially when the world is screaming at us with much fear of lack. XXOO Michelle Cosby Bollom #RestoredPeopleCommunity

Shout "Hallelujah!" because God's so good, sing anthems to His beautiful name. — Psalm 135:3 MSG Instead of shouting a Oh’Hell Naw … Let’s learn to instead raise a Halle-Lu-Yeah! Your weapon is a melody. I raise a Hallelujah!!!! With everything inside of me I will watch the darkness flee In the middle of the mystery Fear you lost your hold on me! Louder and Louder! I raise a Hallelujah! I go to sleep In the middle of the storm. I raise a Hallelujah! Let’s hear our praises ROAR! Up from the ashes Hope will arise Death is defeated The King is alive! Sing a little louder… In the presence of my enemies Sing a little louder… Louder than the unbelief Sing a little louder… My weapon is a melody Sing a little louder… Heaven comes to fight for me Louder and Louder! Let’s hear our praises ROAR! Up from the ashes Hope will arise Death is defeated The King is alive! #RaiseAHallelujah Turn up the volume and place it on repeat today if you need to. ❤️👇🏻🎶🎼🎵 https://youtu.be/e3RRU25dpPg

What a promise that tells us that God will deal with those causing us trouble. It is right and just for God to trouble your troublers. — 2 Thessalonians 1:6 TPT God will do what is right. He will punish those who are causing you trouble. — 2 Thessalonians 1:6 ERV

Don't allow the world's viewpoints or religious doctrines to determine or diminish who God is for you. Grab a hold of this Promise! #ThePursuitOfAPromise #RestoredPeopleCommunity Now to Him Who, by (in consequence of) the [action of His] power that is at work within us, is able to [carry out His purpose and] do superabundantly, far over and above all that we [dare] ask or think [infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts, hopes, or dreams]—Ephesians 3:20 AMP

Choose not to enter into the “ fray” of others any longer. Fray: a fight, struggle, or disagreement that involves many people. If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone. — Romans 12:18 BSB

Examine me, God... Make sure I'm fit inside and out So I never lose sight of Your love. But keep me in step with You, never missing a beat. ~Psalm 26:2-3 MSG For a runner to obtain the prize, he must give his very best effort to the race. Success doesn’t come without sustained commitment. A haphazard approach will not cause any significant changes to take place in your life. You must be diligent, determined, and committed. Be a finisher - not just a starter My #TodaysTakeaway ❤️ XXOO 😘 Michelle

Colossians 1:11 tells us of the infinite power and glorious night that helps us endure hardships. ❤️ Merry Christmas and we will catch you in the New Year #ThePursuitOfAPromise

Romans 12:12 - a great promise! Rejoice!

Psalm 119:50 - Tells us what brings life and comfort in our afflictions ❤️

Psalm 5:12 today let’s us know delight and celebration - a party that never stops!

Psalm 47:1 tells us what all people’s need to do for Joy!

Let Philippians 4:4 be your declaration and prayer #YourRxForJoy

Psalm 71:23 gives us a reason for our lips to shout for joy and praises!

When the cares of our hearts are many - Psalm 94:19 let’s us know what cheers our soul!

Proverbs 27:9 - tells us about a friends advice ❤️

Proverbs 15:15 tells us the difference of when things go right or wrong

Psalm 22:26 - Seek & Praise and your heart will rejoice with everlasting joy!

Psalm 19:7 tells us what gives us joy and light … it also protects us and makes us wise!

James 1:2-3 tells us when hedged in by various trials that we reckon it nothing but joy - the testing of our faith leads to power of endurance.

Rejoice with a glorious Joy! Listen to todays prayer and promise from 1 Peter 1:8. ❤️#YourRxForJoy

2 Corinthians 6:10 let’s us know that even when our heart aches we still have the Joy of the Lord. Listen to this promise and a prayer for you today from #YourRxForJoy - available on Amazon Joy runs much deeper than despair. Kindle & Paperback👇🏻 https://www.amazon.com/Your-Joy-Happiness-Fades-Joy-PrayerScripts/dp/154696973X

December Prayers & Promises all for JOY! Join us and increase your Joy.

Twisted and perverse lives are surrounded by demonic influence. If you value your soul, stay far away from them. — Proverbs 22:5 TPT

Let No Debt Remain .. except the debt of Love ❤️. Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. ⁹ The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not covet,” and whatever other command there may be, are summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” ¹⁰ Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. — Roman’s 13:8-10

Come out of all agreements with anything less than My Perfect Love. I work ALL things for good for those who love Me and Love like Me.” —Jesus — XXOO Michelle Cosby Bollom A bruised reed He will not break, and a smoldering wick He will not snuff out. In faithfulness He will bring forth justice. — Isaiah 42:3 And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. — Romans 8:28 Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. — Proverbs 3:5 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. — Proverbs 4:23 He said, “If you listen carefully to the Lord your God and do what is right in his eyes, if you pay attention to his commands and keep all his decrees, I will not bring on you any of the diseases I brought on the Egyptians, for I am the Lord, who heals you.” — Exodus 15:26 If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. — 2 Chronicles 7:14 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.'The second is this: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' There is no commandment greater than these."To love him with all your heart, with all your understanding and with all your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself is more important than all burnt offerings and sacrifices." — Mark 12:30-31,33 "Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven. — Matthew 5:16 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.— John 1:5 This is why I remind you to fan into flames the spiritual gift God gave you when I laid my hands on you. For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. —2 Timothy 1:6 -7 "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another." —John 13:34-35 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will. — Romans 12:2 There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. — 1 John 4:18 The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. — Psalm 34:17 Through You we repel our foes; through Your name we trample our enemies.— Psalm 44:5 But you belong to God, my dear children. You have already won a victory over those people, because the Spirit who lives in you is greater than the spirit who lives in the world.— 1 John 4:4 Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you. — Luke 10:19 No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us. — Romans 8:37 Therefore you have no excuse or justification, everyone of you who [hypocritically] judges and condemns others; for in passing judgment on another person, you condemn yourself, because you who judge [from a position of arrogance or self-righteousness] are habitually practicing the very same things [which you denounce]. And we know that the judgment of God falls justly and in accordance with truth on those who practice such things. —Romans 2:1-2 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.— 1 John 4:8

There’s 2 sides to every coin and 2 sides to every story. There’s 2 sides of the street, 2 sides of the bed, 2 sides to almost everything. Oh’ the pendulum swing ... Yes or No Right or Wrong Go or Stay Winners or Losers Every thing has 2 sides. Recently while driving the traffic was at a stand still and I noticed I was in the left lane and it was a Merge Right situation. I could tell many were caught off guard as well and were sharply cutting over to get back to the right as the left lane closed abruptly. It was stressful and frustrating and soon became a bit chaotic because everyone wanted to be ahead of the other person. As I waited for the aggressive drivers to go ahead, I started thinking ... Where was the notice that the one lane was going to end? How were we to know we needed to Merge Right? This could be dangerous ... Why is everyone in such a hurry? Can’t they see that the left lane ends and we can’t go anywhere? Do I jolt out there and push my way to the right or keep waiting...? Something about “Merge Right” spoke to me. Daddy God was downloading a spiritual truth from a natural situation. How many times do you find yourself in the wrong lane? The wrong line? The wrong choice? Do you ever have buyers remorse? We all hear the saying to “just stay in your lane” etc. But what if God is closing the current lane and needs you to Merge Right? You are gonna have to leave your lane or risk getting hit or stuck or come to a complete dead end. Sometimes there are no warning signs that you need to leave one lane to go to the other. Sometimes there are and we were too busy to notice them... Do you wait till everyone passes or just jump out in Faith you won’t get sideswiped? What if you are holding so tightly to one side and you should be on the other? What if you are to flip that coin, cross that street, adjust things, wake up on the other side of the bed or whatever spectrum you have been living or find yourself in? Of course some things are clearly easier to decide sides ... Heaven & Hell Good & Evil Justice & Corruption Truth & Lies Love & Hate But still there is always 2 sides 2 ways you can choose to go. Today, ask yourself... Does this side I currently find myself on represent my goals, my values, my thoughts, my future, my destiny, Jesus? morals? Love, goodness, Truth, justice, Heaven...? Do I need to possibly Merge Right? ... and try a new path, perspective, choice, decision, way of doing things so that I am not caught off sides for the things that matter most. Maybe that stay in your lane stuff is not so good advice after all... “Every word You speak, every truth revealed, is always right and beautiful to me, for I hate what is phony or false. ~ Psalm 119:128 TPT ~ XXOO Michelle Cosby Bollom #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul www.restoredministries.org

The Lord works out everything to its proper end — Proverbs 16:4

God always makes his grace visible in Christ, who includes us as partners of his endless triumph. Through our yielded lives he spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of God everywhere we go. — 2 Corinthians 2:14 TPT

“Do not be conquered by evil, but conquer evil with good.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭12:21‬ ‭CSB‬‬

“This is what I pray for you. I pray that you will continue to love each other more and more. I pray that you will know God better and better. I pray that you will understand all those things that are true. Then you will be able to choose what is best in the way that you live. Then, on the day when Christ returns, you will be completely clean. You will not be guilty of any bad thing.” ‭‭Philippians‬ ‭1:9-10‬ ‭EASY‬‬

An Invaluable Opportunity Count it ALL Joy … Really? Count … The cheating spouse The unfaithful friend The wayward child The disrespectful teenager The cancer diagnosis The overflowing toilet The flooded house The burned down dreams The cranky kiddos The crying baby The brutal summer heat The long frigid winter cold The crappy service The dishonest people The crashing stock market The loss of a relationship The failing health The impending death The angry accusers The lies The corruption The rising gas prices The eviction notice The hot pavement to sleep The busted washing machine The stalled car The flat tire The loss of a job What??? Seriously? Yes, Michelle, count even ALL those — and so much more as Joy. 😳🤯 I am not sure what is on your list … I am not trying to marginalize your pain with the extremes but simply showing that we all have our own levels or “degrees of 💩” that can toss us about. Thankfully many of these above are not on my list right now, but some pretty big ones are. It’s a reminder for me and for you to not let any junk or 💩steal your peace or your joy. And I can’t think of a better way to tick the devil off and not let him tempt you to lose your biscuits or cool or footing or peace or joy or whatever you may freak out on today or any day, is to simply laugh in his ugly face as you Count it ALL Joy! “Difficulties are an invaluable opportunity to experience the greatest JOY that you can.” So, Count it ALL Joy… —XXOO 😘 Michelle Check out the Word 👇🏻 My fellow believers, when it seems as though you are facing nothing but difficulties see it as an invaluable opportunity to experience the greatest joy that you can! For you know that when your faith is tested it stirs up power within you to endure all things. And then as your endurance grows even stronger it will release perfection into every part of your being until there is nothing missing and nothing lacking. And if anyone longs to be wise, ask God for wisdom and he will give it! He won’t see your lack of wisdom as an opportunity to scold you over your failures but he will overwhelm your failures with his generous grace. Just make sure you ask empowered by confident faith without doubting that you will receive. For the ambivalent person believes one minute and doubts the next. Being undecided makes you become like the rough seas driven and tossed by the wind. You’re up one minute and tossed down the next. When you are half-hearted and wavering it leaves you unstable. Can you really expect to receive anything from the Lord when you’re in that condition? — James 1:2-8 TPT If your faith remains strong, even while surrounded by life’s difficulties, you will continue to experience the untold blessings of God! True happiness comes as you pass the test with faith, and receive the victorious crown of life promised to every lover of God! When you are tempted don’t ever say, “God is tempting me,” for God is incapable of being tempted by evil and he is never the source of temptation. Instead it is each person’s own desires and thoughts that drag them into evil and lure them away into darkness. Evil desires give birth to evil actions. And when sin is fully mature it can murder you! So my friends, don’t be fooled by your own desires! Every gift God freely gives us is good and perfect, streaming down from the Father of lights, who shines from the heavens with no hidden shadow or darkness and is never subject to change. God was delighted to give us birth by the truth of his infallible Word so that we would fulfill his chosen destiny for us and become the favorite ones out of all his creation! — James 1:12-18 TPT

I pray that the God of peace will give you every good thing you need so you can do what he wants. - Hebrews 13:20 NCV

…Grant me a willing spirit to sustain me. I recently saw this verse in Psalms and thought what an awesome prayer David shared here. What a prayer that we can pray today. It’s easy to gritch gripe and complain and not want or will to do the hard or unlovely things we may need to do, but we have a helper with us! The Holy Spirit in us helping us and we can ask Him to help us to have a more pleasant and willing spirit. Here is the verse in the passion translation … “Let my passion for life be restored, tasting joy in every breakthrough you bring to me. Hold me close to you with a willing spirit that obeys whatever you say.” — Psalm 51:12 You know we love for people to #LiveRestored at #RestoredPeopleCommunity Come connect with us on all social media outlets. 😘XXOO - Michelle Cosby Bollom

A man of kindness attracts favor, while a cruel man attracts nothing but trouble. - Proverbs 11:17 TPT Click the Bell 🔔 to subscribe Come Like Us On Facebook 👇🏻 Restored Ministries - https://www.facebook.com/RestoredMinistries.org/ Your Healing Hour - https://www.facebook.com/YourHealingHour/ Poetically Prophetic - https://www.facebook.com/PoeticallyProphetic/ Need prayer? Email us at [email protected] Follow our Podcast https://anchor.fm/restored-ministries You can also find it on all Podcast Outlets - Bold Truths Raw Faith Podcast by Restored Ministries Follow Our Daily Blog 👇🏻 https://www.restoredministriesblog.Wordpress.com #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul #RestoredPeopleCommunity

Live as free people, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; -1 Peter 2:16 It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. — Galatians 5:1 The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners, — Isaiah 61:1. Come connect with us @restoredpeoplecommunity

Are you feeling stuck like you are in the valley of Achor; One trouble after another, One disappointment or defeat after another keeps coming your way? In Joshua 7 when Achan coveted and took and hid some of the devoted things for his own like silver and gold and a cloak for himself he and his family were stoned and burned and the big heap of stones that still remain is known as the Valley of Achor. Achor means trouble. Could it be that you have become devoted to destruction? like Achan and the people of Israel did? Are you covering and hiding those things that you covet more than God's instructions and know full well you shouldn't? We all want breakthroughs and blessings but we can also be our biggest roadblocks to receiving them. What things are you devoting your time and energy to that are not in line with what God wills for you? What are you doing that is against His Word? It's time to destroy and rid those things from among you so you can climb up out of your valley of Achor. Obedience unlocks the blessings and breakthroughs. Let's stop being devoted to destruction and be determined to move out of our valley of Achor and climb unto the high places God has planned for us. ~XXOO Michelle Therefore the people of Israel cannot stand before their enemies. They turn their backs before their enemies, because they have become devoted for destruction. I will be with you no more, unless you destroy the devoted things from among you. ~ Joshua 7:12 ESV #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul #RestoredMinistries #YourHealingHour

Don’t love the world’s ways. Don’t love the world’s goods. Love of the world squeezes out love for the Father. Practically everything that goes on in the world—wanting your own way, wanting everything for yourself, wanting to appear important—has nothing to do with the Father. It just isolates you from him. The world and all its wanting, wanting, wanting is on the way out—but whoever does what God wants is set for eternity. ~ 1 John 2:15-17 MSG

The Spirit alone gives eternal life. Human effort accomplishes nothing. And the very words I have spoken to you are spirit and life.— John 6:63 NLT restoredministries.org

When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it!’ Trust that in all things, God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose (Romans 8:28). RestoredMinistries.org

Whatever is in the heart overflows into speech - Luke 6:45 TLB … a good person produces good deeds from a good heart … listen to what comes out our mouths - does it reveal a hardened heart? RestoredMinistries.org

"Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers…"(I Peter 4:8, NIV) We have to choose love every day because love covers over our differences and offenses. Love is what allows us to appreciate what others bring into our lives, and it brings us together in unity. Today, above all, choose love. Choose to focus on the things that make your relationships stronger because in the end, love is all that remains. ❤️ RestoredMinistries.org

Yet there is one ray of hope: His compassion never ends. It is only the Lord’s mercies that have kept us from complete destruction. Great is his faithfulness; his loving-kindness begins afresh each day. —Lamentations 3:21-23 TLB RestoredMinistries.org

Let us hold fast without wavering to the hope that we profess, for He Who promised is faithful; — Hebrews 10:23 AFV (A Faithful Version) Faithful means Loyal, steadfast, true to facts! RestoredMinistries.org

Depend on the Lord for strength. Always go to Him for help. Remember the amazing things He has done. Remember His miracles and His fair decisions. —1 Chronicles 16:11, 12 ERV RestoredMinistries.org

We are not to be held captive by our fickle hearts; our hearts are to be captive to God and the Word of God. We may be asking God to change our hearts when He is simply needing and waiting for us to guard our hearts. Close the door of your heart to ungodly influences. — XXOO Michelle Cosby Bollom Above all else, watch over your heart; diligently guard it because from a sincere and pure heart come the good and noble things of life. ~ Proverbs 4:23 The VOICE RestoredMinistries.org

God will always make Himself available to us if we are willing to take the conscious, deliberate steps to abide in Him and linger in His presence. However, intimacy with God is not automatic. Instead, it is the result of right choices that stem from right priorities. Turn to the Lord for help in everything you do, and you will be successful. —Proverbs 16:3 ERV RestoredMinistries.org

Such hope [in God’s promises] never disappoints us, because God’s love has been abundantly poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. —Romans 5:5 AMP RestoredMinistries.org

God is always right, because he has all the facts. - Romans 2:2 TPT RestoredMinistries.org

If you concern yourself with other people's reactions rather than with Gods, it will be difficult, if not impossible, to live by faith. ~Solly Ozrovech "... seek peace and pursue it."~Psalm 34:14 (NIV). RestoredMinistries.org

"Don’t pick on people, jump on their failures, criticize their faults—unless, of course, you want the same treatment. Don’t condemn those who are down; that hardness can boomerang. Be easy on people; you’ll find life a lot easier. Give away your life; you’ll find life given back, but not merely given back—given back with bonus and blessing. Giving, not getting, is the way. Generosity begets generosity.” (Luke 6:37, 38 MSG) RestoredMinistries.org

Is it hard to wait? But what if the delays are Divine Delays to give us an opportunity to seek Him… May you wait well friends! “The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him.” — Lamentations 3:25 RestoredMinistries.org

May God bless you with discomfort at easy answers, half-truths, and superficial relationships, so that you may live deep within your heart. May God bless you with anger at injustice, oppression, and exploitation of people, so that you may work for justice, freedom, and peace. May God bless you with tears to shed for those who suffer from pain, rejection, starvation, and war, so that you may reach out your hand to comfort them and turn their pain to joy. And may God bless you with enough foolishness to believe that you can make a difference in this world, so that you can do what others claim cannot be done. Amen. ~A Franciscan New Year’s Benediction www.restoredministries.org #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul #RestoredMinistries #GoBeLove

Grab a hold of this Promise today! Come back to the place of safety, all you prisoners who still have hope! I promise this very day that I will: repay two blessings for each of your troubles; Restore to you double; I will repay you two mercies for each of your woes! ~Zechariah 9:12 God is faithful- start declaring this promise over your life and get ready for Double Blessings for your troubles. XXOO Michelle Bollom

A Careful, Thoughtful Listener Understand this, my beloved brothers and sisters. Let everyone be quick to hear [be a careful, thoughtful listener], slow to speak [a speaker of carefully chosen words and], slow to anger [patient, reflective, forgiving]; for the [resentful, deep-seated] anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God [that standard of behavior which He requires from us]. —James 1:19-20 AMP “With the gift of listening comes the gift of healing.” ~Catherine de Hueck Doherty “The first duty of love is to listen.”~Paul Tillich “Listening is a magnetic and strange thing, a creative force. You can see that when you think the friends that really listen to us are the ones we move toward, and we want to sit in their radius as though it did us good, like ultraviolet rays.” ~Brenda Ueland “Someone to tell it to is one of the fundamental needs of human beings.”~Miles Franklin “It seems rather incongruous that in a society of super sophisticated communication, we often suffer from a shortage of listeners.” ~Erma Bombeck There is a voice that doesn’t use words. Listen! ~ Rumi “Blessed are those who listen, for they shall learn.” — XXOO Michelle Bollom RestoredMinistries.org Click the Bell to subscribe👆🏻 For more info click https://www.restoredministries.org Come Like Us On Facebook 👇🏻 Restored Ministries - https://www.facebook.com/RestoredMinistries.org/ Your Healing Hour - https://www.facebook.com/YourHealingHour/ Poetically Prophetic - https://www.facebook.com/PoeticallyProphetic/ Need prayer? Email us at [email protected] Follow our Podcast https://anchor.fm/restored-ministries You can also find it on all Podcast Outlets - Bold Truths Raw Faith Podcast by Restored Ministries Follow Our Daily Blog 👇🏻 https://www.restoredministriesblog.Wordpress.com #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul Become a Partner Donations are Tax deductible 👇🏻 https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=37U8X25VGDZ24

If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love [for others growing out of God’s love for me], then I have become only a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal [just an annoying distraction]. And if I have the gift of prophecy [and speak a new message from God to the people], and understand all mysteries, and [possess] all knowledge; and if I have all [sufficient] faith so that I can remove mountains, but do not have love [reaching out to others], I am nothing. If I give all my possessions to feed the poor, and if I surrender my body to be burned, but do not have love, it does me no good at all. Love endures with patience and serenity, love is kind and thoughtful, and is not jealous or envious; love does not brag and is not proud or arrogant. It is not rude; it is not self-seeking, it is not provoked [nor overly sensitive and easily angered]; it does not take into account a wrong endured. It does not rejoice at injustice, but rejoices with the truth [when right and truth prevail]. Love bears all things [regardless of what comes], believes all things [looking for the best in each one], hopes all things [remaining steadfast during difficult times], endures all things [without weakening]. Love never fails [it never fades nor ends]. But as for prophecies, they will pass away; as for tongues, they will cease; as for the gift of special knowledge, it will pass away. For we know in part, and we prophesy in part [for our knowledge is fragmentary and incomplete]. But when that which is complete and perfect comes, that which is incomplete and partial will pass away. When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child; when I became a man, I did away with childish things. For now [in this time of imperfection] we see in a mirror dimly [a blurred reflection, a riddle, an enigma], but then [when the time of perfection comes we will see reality] face to face. Now I know in part [just in fragments], but then I will know fully, just as I have been fully known [by God]. And now there remain: faith [abiding trust in God and His promises], hope [confident expectation of eternal salvation], love [unselfish love for others growing out of God’s love for me], these three [the choicest graces]; but the greatest of these is love. —1 Corinthians 13:1-13 AMP RestoredMinistries.org

You answer our prayers with amazing wonders and with awe-inspiring displays of power. You are the righteous God who helps us like a father. Everyone everywhere looks to you, for you are the confidence of all the earth, even to the farthest islands of the sea. —Psalm 65:5 TPT RestoredMinistries.org

No more living within the lines of regret - I want to have the depth and breadth of making exceptional memories… Make Today Count! ….. So teach us to number our days, That we may cultivate and bring to You a heart of wisdom. —Psalm 90:12 AMP RestoredMinistries.org

God, you’re such a safe and powerful place to find refuge! You’re a proven help in time of trouble— more than enough and always available whenever I need you. So we will never fear even if every structure of support were to crumble away. We will not fear even when the earth quakes and shakes, moving mountains and casting them into the sea. For the raging roar of stormy winds and crashing waves cannot erode our faith in you. Pause in his presence… God has a constantly flowing river whose sparkling streams bring joy and delight to his people. His river flows right through the city of God Most High, into his holy dwelling places. God is in the midst of his city, secure and never shaken. At daybreak his help will be seen with the appearing of the dawn. When the nations are in uproar with their tottering kingdoms, God simply raises his voice, and the earth begins to disintegrate before him. Here he comes! The Commander! The mighty Lord of Angel Armies is on our side! The God of Jacob fights for us! Pause in his presence… Everyone look! Come and see the breathtaking wonders of our God. For he brings both ruin and revival. He’s the one who makes conflicts end throughout the earth, breaking and burning every weapon of war. Surrender your anxiety. Be still and realize that I am God. I am God above all the nations, and I am exalted throughout the whole earth. Here he stands! The Commander! The mighty Lord of Angel Armies is on our side! The God of Jacob fights for us! Pause in his presence… —Psalm 46 TPT RestoredMinistries.org YourHealingHour.com PoeticallyProphetic.com come connect with us on all social media platforms

But He's already made it plain how to live, what to do, what God is looking for in men and women. It's quite simple: Do what is fair and just to your neighbor, be compassionate and loyal in your love, And don't take yourself too seriously— take God seriously. -Micah 6:8 MSG. RestoredMinistries.org

“For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto we which are saved it is the power of God.” — 1 Corinthians 1:18 For those who don’t believe in Jesus and have never experienced the delivering and conquering power of the Gospel, this message may seem to be foolishness. But those who have repented and have entered into covenant with Jesus Christ know the delivering, conquering power of these mighty words. It is no foolishness to the redeemed — it is the lifesaving power of God ! taken From Rick Renner Devotional Sparkling Gems

No need to hoard - not even that toilet paper or anything —- Trust God! He will provide. When you are not sure how you will face the challenges of tomorrow; Remember God will provide for ALL your needs. Not always all at once, but day by day He will provide. We are to simply trust & obey. The LORD said to Moses, "I'm going to send you food from heaven like rain. Each day the people should go out and gather only what they need for that day. In this way I will test them to see whether or not they will follow my instructions. ~ Exodus 16:4 GWT Give us each day our daily bread.~ Luke 11:3 NIV And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from His glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus. ~Philippians 4:19 NLT When we learn to live each day in the present, not looking behind or too far ahead; That is when we recognize all the blessings He has already poured out on us. In these present moments are where we discover His glorious miracles. Difficulties are God’s errands; when we are sent upon them, we should esteem it as proof of God’s confidence. ~Henry Ward Beecher —XXOO Michelle Bollom RestoredMinistries.org

Observe those who have integrity and watch those whose heart is right because the future belongs to persons of peace. — Psalm 37:37 CEB Lord, make me a person of peace. May my heart be kept right as I become one who is always pursuing to cease that which wars against me. RestoredMinistries.org Devotion from #YourRxforPurity - available on Amazon!

We want God’s direction and guidance, but too often we are not willing to deny ourselves anything or even wait for it.  When we allow our own desires, impulses, or reasoning to direct and guide us, we are settling for second best.  We have allowed a “counterfeit comfort” to step in. We think that the counterfeit is more powerful than the Great Comforter; and that insults and grieves God.  We are filled with Christ’s Spirit and have the mind of Christ, so we should stop being led by our own cravings, impulses, and self–interests.     Lay down the counterfeit’s – there is only One Authentic Comforter, Leader, and Guide we need. — XXOO Michelle Bollom     For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God. ~ Romans 8:14 NIV    Yet, in a similar way, the people who slipped in among you are dreamers. They contaminate their bodies with sin, reject the Lord’s authority, and insult His glory. ~ Jude 1:8 GWT   “At the end of time, some will ridicule the faithful and follow their lusts to the grave.” ~Jude 1:18The Voice (VOICE)   What things do you need to lay down in order to be led by God? RestoredMinistries.org

More Love - Less Hustle - Less Hate Without love for God and others, our vision suffers. So, above all else, let “love” be the beautiful prize for which you run. —1 Corinthians 13:13 TPT RestoredMinistries.org

Martha Martha, the Lord answered, you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed! - Luke 10:41-42 RestoredMinistries.org taking some time off - come connect with us on other social media sites and we will be back here soon! Quote by Shanon Robert’s - Abundance is found and experienced in abiding. No circumstance will steal from one, there.

That clinches it—help’s coming, an answer’s on the way, everything’s going to work out. ~ Psalm 20:6 MSG #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul RestoredMinistries.org #PursuitOfAPromise

Justice, and only justice, you shall pursue, so that you may live and possess the land which the Lord your God is giving you. — Deuteronomy 16:20 NASB restoredministries.org

But the Bible says you don't need to please everybody. "It is dangerous to be concerned with what others think of you." —Proverbs 29:25 LB We buy things we don't need with money we don't have to impress people we don't even like -- all because we think we must be liked by everyone in order to be happy. That's foolish! It's an emotional trap when you start worrying about what other people think. Jesus said, "I only seek to please Him who sent me." —John 5:30 LB Even Jesus didn't try to please everybody. RestoredMinistries.org

God doesn't dwell or focus on our past so neither should we. God is interested in what we will do with our future. It is never too late to begin again! #LiveRestored Life will have its times of failure and disappointment, but you are assured of the ultimate victory. When Christ is in control of your life, you're able to look beyond the present with all its failures. On the other side of failure God is whispering to you Promises of success. And you have the ability to turn defeat into victory: through the love and mercy of the God of hope. ~ Solly Ozrovech Do not [earnestly] remember the former things; neither consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs forth; do you not perceive and know it and will you not give heed to it? I will even make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.~Isaiah 43:18-19 AMP RestoredMinistries.org

The Lord will open for you His good treasure house, the heavens, to give rain to your land in its season and to bless all the work of your hand; and you will lend to many nations, but you will not borrow. The Lord will make you the head (leader) and not the tail (follower); and you will be above only, and you will not be beneath, if you listen and pay attention to the commandments of the Lord your God, which I am commanding you today, to observe them carefully. Do not turn aside from any of the words which I am commanding you today, to the right or to the left, to follow and serve other gods. —Deuteronomy 28:12-14 AMP RestoredMinistries.org

“The only accurate way to understand ourselves is by what God is and by what he does for us, not by what we are and what we do for him” (Romans 12:3 MSG). RestoredMinistries.org

"Live well, live wisely, live humbly. It's the way you live, not the way you talk, that counts." James 3:13 (MSG) RestoredMinistries.org

Spirit and Understanding I will pray with the Spirit, and I will also pray with the understanding. I will sing with the Spirit, and I will also sing with the understanding. — 1 Corinthians 14:15 Scripture truth, plainly and duly taught, has a wonderful power to awaken the conscience and touch the heart. — Matthew Henry RestoredMinistries.org

In every relationship be swift to choose peace over competition. — Proverbs 12:20 TPT RestoredMinistries.org

The Lord will accomplish that which concerns me; Your [unwavering] lovingkindness, O Lord, endures forever— Do not abandon the works of Your own hands. —Psalm 138:8 AMP RestoredMinistries.org

As people understand your word, it brings light to their lives. Your word makes even simple people wise. - Psalm 119:130 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

“So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace.” ‭‭—Romans‬ ‭8:6‬ ‭NLT‬‬ RestoredMinistries.org

Finally, believers, rejoice! Be made complete [be what you should be], be comforted, be like-minded, live in peace [enjoy the spiritual well-being experienced by believers who walk closely with God]; and the God of love and peace [the source of lovingkindness] will be with you. —2 Corinthians 13:11 AMP RestoredMinistries.org

"Love knows no limit to its endurance, no end to its trust, no fading to its hope. It can really outlast anything." —1 Corinthians 13:7 (Phillips) RestoredMinistries.org

Proverbs 15:3, "The eyes of the LORD are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good." (NIV) RestoredMinistries.org

Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth. By this we shall know that we are of the truth and reassure our heart before him; for whenever our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and he knows everything. —1 John 3:18-20 ESV RestoredMinistries.org

The Lord loves those who hate evil; he protects the lives of his people and rescues them from the wicked. —Psalm 97:10 TLB RestoredMinistries.org

Without the sand - there would be no Pearl! Shall we accept good from God, and not trouble? — Job 2:10 Bittersweet - The idea that in all things there’s both something broken and something beautiful; A shadow of hope in every heartbreak! Bitter sweet is the practice of believing that we really do need both the bitter and the sweet, and that a life of nothing but sweetness rots both your teeth and your soul. Bitter is what makes us strong, what forces us to push through, what helps us earn the lines on our faces and the calluses on our hands. Sweet is nice enough, but bitterness is beautiful, nuanced, full of depth and complexity. Bitterness is courage, gutsy, earthy. — Shauna Niequist / Savor RestoredMinistries.org

My cup overflows — Psalm 23:5 look at this today as a challenge to have you count your gifts and blessings and when you do you shall no longer see that cup half full - but instead it truly overflows! RestoredMinistries.org

A sound mind makes for a robust body, but runaway emotions corrode the bones. —Proverbs 14:30 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

Every word of God heals. There's no Word of God that is devoid of power. He sent His word and healed them, And rescued them from their destruction. ~ Psalm 107:20 RestoredMinistries.org

How do you widen your heart? “Love ridiculously” When it doesn’t feel right or enough or silly or strange — you just keep loving… God, Yourself, and Others Keep stretching yourself to love… ALL - the unlovable and the hard the distant, the discounted, the favored and the few … it doesn’t really matter - All that does… is that you do! …Love One Another…— John 13:34 — XXOO Michelle Bollom Click the Bell to subscribe👆🏻 For more info click https://www.restoredministries.org Come Like Us On Facebook 👇🏻 Restored Ministries - https://www.facebook.com/RestoredMinistries.org/ Your Healing Hour - https://www.facebook.com/YourHealingHour/ Poetically Prophetic - https://www.facebook.com/PoeticallyProphetic/ Need prayer? Email us at [email protected] Follow our Podcast https://anchor.fm/restored-ministries You can also find it on all Podcast Outlets - Bold Truths Raw Faith Podcast by Restored Ministries Follow Our Daily Blog 👇🏻 https://www.restoredministriesblog.Wordpress.com #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul #PrayTogetherTuesdays with Your Healing Hour. First, dial your dial-in number: (425) 436-6390 US When prompted, enter access code 7747990 followed by pound or hash (#) key 10 Am CST every Tuesday! International callers see 👇🏻 for what numbers to use https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1321809291534971&type=3 Become a Partner Donations are Tax deductible 👇🏻 https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=37U8X25VGDZ24

If we claim that we experience a shared life with him and continue to stumble around in the dark, we’re obviously lying through our teeth—we’re not living what we claim. But if we walk in the light, God himself being the light, we also experience a shared life with one another, as the sacrificed blood of Jesus, God’s Son, purges all our sin. - 1 John 1:7 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

If you want to know what God wants you to do, ask him, and he will gladly tell you, for he is always ready to give a bountiful supply of wisdom to all who ask him; he will not resent it. —James 1:5 TLB RestoredMinistries.org

But to the poor oh Lord you are a refuge from the storm, a shadow from the heat. —Isaiah 25:4 TLB RestoredMinistries.org

Post this at all the intersections, dear friends: Lead with your ears, follow up with your tongue, and let anger straggle along in the rear. God’s righteousness doesn’t grow from human anger. So throw all spoiled virtue and cancerous evil in the garbage. In simple humility, let our gardener, God, landscape you with the Word, making a salvation-garden of your life. - James 1:21 RestoredMinistries.org

Psalm 33:20, "We wait in hope for the LORD; He is our help and our shield." (NIV). Hold On Pain Ends! Wait in hope! RestoredMinistries.org

It’s compassion that stands in solidarity with the suffering and isn’t the greatest gift we can give... always the gift of presence? ~ Ann Voskamp … be compassionate, just as your Father is compassionate. —Luke 6:36 RestoredMinistries.org

Jesus answered by quoting Deuteronomy: “It takes more than bread to stay alive. It takes a steady stream of words from God’s mouth.” - Matthew 4:4 RestoredMinistries.org

Never doubt God’s mighty power to work in you and accomplish all this. He will achieve infinitely more than your greatest request, your most unbelievable dream, and exceed your wildest imagination! He will outdo them all, for his miraculous power constantly energizes you. —Ephesians 3:20 TPT RestoredMinistries.org

But the wisdom from above is first pure [morally and spiritually undefiled], then peace-loving [courteous, considerate], gentle, reasonable [and willing to listen], full of compassion and good fruits. It is unwavering, without [self-righteous] hypocrisy [and self-serving guile]. —James 3:17 AMP RestoredMinistries.org

God-devotion makes a country strong; God-avoidance leaves people weak. - Proverbs 14:34 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

For GOD is sheer beauty, all-generous in love, loyal always and ever. - Psalm 100:5 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

Happy Independence Day! Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty [emancipation from bondage, true freedom].RestoredMinistries.org —2 Corinthians 3:17 AMP

“The heart is hopelessly dark and deceitful, a puzzle that no one can figure out. But I, GOD, search the heart and examine the mind. I get to the heart of the human. I get to the root of things. I treat them as they really are, not as they pretend to be.” * * * - Jeremiah 17:9-10 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

I’m speaking to you out of deep gratitude for all that God has given me, and especially as I have responsibilities in relation to you. Living then, as every one of you does, in pure grace, it’s important that you not misinterpret yourselves as people who are bringing this goodness to God. No, God brings it all to you. The only accurate way to understand ourselves is by what God is and by what he does for us, not by what we are and what we do for him. - Romans 12:3 RestoredMinistries.org

Podcast “You’re familiar with the old written law, ‘Love your friend,’ and its unwritten companion, ‘Hate your enemy.’ I’m challenging that. I’m telling you to love your enemies. Let them bring out the best in you, not the worst. When someone gives you a hard time, respond with the energies of prayer, for then you are working out of your true selves, your God-created selves. This is what God does. He gives his best—the sun to warm and the rain to nourish—to everyone, regardless: the good and bad, the nice and nasty. If all you do is love the lovable, do you expect a bonus? Anybody can do that. If you simply say hello to those who greet you, do you expect a medal? Any run-of-the-mill sinner does that. —Matthew 5:43-47 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

Love has hands to help others. It has feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of others. That’s what love looks like.~Augustine I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me. —Matthew 25:40 RestoredMinistries.org

I overflow with praise when I come before you, for the anointing of your presence satisfies me like nothing else. You are such a rich banquet of pleasure to my soul. —Psalm 63:5 TPT RestoredMinistries.org

Though good advice lies deep within the heart, a person with understanding will draw it out. — Proverbs 20:5 NLT RestoredMinistries.org

May we shout for joy when we hear of your victory and raise a victory banner in the name of our God. May the Lord answer all your prayers. — Psalm 20:5 NLT RestoredMinistries.org

Here’s what will happen. While you’re out among the nations where God has dispersed you and the blessings and curses come in just the way I have set them before you, and you and your children take them seriously and come back to God, your God, and obey him with your whole heart and soul according to everything that I command you today, God , your God, will restore everything you lost; he’ll have compassion on you; he’ll come back and pick up the pieces from all the places where you were scattered. No matter how far away you end up, God , your God, will get you out of there and bring you back to the land your ancestors once possessed. It will be yours again. He will give you a good life and make you more numerous than your ancestors. —Deuteronomy 30:1 - 5 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

Solid food is for those who are mature, who have trained themselves to recognize the difference between right and wrong and then do what is right. — Hebrews 5:14 NLT RestoredMinistries.org

"And I will make you a great nation and I will bless you abundantly and make your name great. And you shall be a blessing and source of great good to others." Genesis 12:2 AMP RestoredMinistries.org

I could have no greater joy than to hear that my children are following the truth. (3 John 1:4 NLT) RestoredMinistries.org

God didn’t set us up for an angry rejection but for salvation by our Master, Jesus Christ. He died for us, a death that triggered life. Whether we’re awake with the living or asleep with the dead, we’re alive with him! So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you’ll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you’re already doing this; just keep on doing it. - 1 Thessalonians 5:11 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

It is God who enables us, along with you, to stand firm for Christ. He has commissioned us, and he has identified us as his own by placing the Holy Spirit in our hearts as the first installment that guarantees everything he has promised us. —1 Corinthians 1:21-22 NLT RestoredMinistries.org

“Here’s what I’ve learned through it all: Don’t give up; don’t be impatient; be entwined as one with the Lord. Be brave and courageous, and never lose hope. Yes, keep on waiting—” ‭‭—Psalms‬ ‭27:14‬ ‭TPT‬‬ RestoredMinistries.org

Don’t love the world’s ways. Don’t love the world’s goods. Love of the world squeezes out love for the Father. Practically everything that goes on in the world—wanting your own way, wanting everything for yourself, wanting to appear important—has nothing to do with the Father. It just isolates you from him. The world and all its wanting, wanting, wanting is on the way out—but whoever does what God wants is set for eternity. ~ 1 John 2:15-17 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

God doesn't condemn anger. He got angry too. What God condemns is the sin anger gives rise to. Don't give the devil any opportunities, release all grudges, resentments, anger and bitterness. ~XXOO Michelle Bollom #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul RestoredMinistries.org Be angry at sin—at immorality, at injustice, at ungodly behavior, yet do not sin; do not let your anger cause you shame, nor allow it to last until the sun goes down. And do not give the devil an opportunity to lead you into sin by holding a grudge, or nurturing anger, or harboring resentment, or cultivating bitterness. ~Ephesians 4:26-27 AMP

And regardless of what else you put on, wear love. It’s your basic, all-purpose garment. Never be without it. - Colossians 3:14 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

“Don’t look for shortcuts to God. The market is flooded with surefire, easygoing formulas for a successful life that can be practiced in your spare time. Don’t fall for that stuff, even though crowds of people do. The way to life—to God!—is vigorous and requires total attention. - Matthew 7:13-14 RestoredMinistries.org

And now, GOD, do it again— bring rains to our drought-stricken lives So those who planted their crops in despair will shout hurrahs at the harvest, So those who went off with heavy hearts will come home laughing, with armloads of blessing. — Psalm 126:4-6 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

Often we take on more than we can manage. But God says He never gives us more than we can handle. We must stop wearing ourselves out by compulsive activity and busyness. Everything will be more manageable when we stop trying to run the show and let God help us. The only way we can do the hard things God gives us to do is in union with him. —XXOO Michelle Bollom No test or temptation that comes your way is beyond the course of what others have had to face. All you need to remember is that God will never let you down; he’ll never let you be pushed past your limit; he’ll always be there to help you come through it. —1 Corinthians 10:13 MSG Very often a change of self is needed more than a change of scene. - A.C. Benson Click the Bell to subscribe👆🏻 For more info click https://www.restoredministries.org Come Like Us On Facebook 👇🏻 Restored Ministries - https://www.facebook.com/RestoredMinistries.org/ Your Healing Hour - https://www.facebook.com/YourHealingHour/ Poetically Prophetic - https://www.facebook.com/PoeticallyProphetic/ Need prayer? Email us at [email protected] Follow our Podcast https://anchor.fm/restored-ministries You can also find it on all Podcast Outlets - Bold Truths Raw Faith Podcast by Restored Ministries Follow Our Daily Blog 👇🏻 https://www.restoredministriesblog.Wordpress.com #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul Need Prayer? Email us at [email protected] we are taking off Monday so published early and will catch you all Tuesday!

We look away from the natural realm and we focus our attention and expectation onto Jesus who birthed faith within us and who leads us forward into faith’s perfection. His example is this: Because his heart was focused on the joy of knowing that you would be his, he endured the agony of the cross and conquered its humiliation, and now sits exalted at the right hand of the throne of God! —Hebrews 12:2 TPT Junk or Jesus? You can look to Jesus or keep staring at the junk…RestoredMinistries.org

Give God the right to direct your life, and as you trust him along the way, you’ll find he pulled it off perfectly! —Psalm 37:5 TPT. (Commit your way to the Lord, trust also in him, and he shall bring it to pass.) RestoredMinistries.org

At last we have freedom, for Christ has set us free! We must always cherish this truth and firmly refuse to go back into the bondage of our past. —Galatians 5:1 TPT RestoredMinistries.org

"Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing." —Proverbs 12:18; NIV Today, let us all look for ways to be wise. Find something nice to say about someone or share an encouraging word. You never know how you can bring healing to a person's heart by sharing a kind, gracious word. And remember, words are like seeds. When you plant words of life and blessing into others, you're sure to reap a harvest of blessing in your own life in return. RestoredMinistries.org

Run as fast as you can from all the ambitions and lusts of youth; and chase after all that is pure. Whatever builds up your faith and deepens your love must become your holy pursuit. And live in peace with all those who worship our Lord Jesus with pure hearts. —2 Timothy 2:22 TPT RestoredMinistries.org

In Him I have been enriched in every way. ~ 1 Corinthians 1:5 Some of my greatest gifts were obtained through my deepest pain. Some of my best gains were obtained through my greatest losses. Out of all my pressings and pain came some of the Lord's finest perfume. The Lord has always been with me... No matter whether in my deepest depths or my highest heights. So glad that I stopped fighting and running and allowed God to do the enriching. God can do the same for you. Will you let Him? ~XXOO Michelle RestoredMinistries.org

Be content with what you have. Hebrews 13:5 RestoredMinistries.org

“In prayer there is a connection between what God does and what you do. You can’t get forgiveness from God, for instance, without also forgiving others. If you refuse to do your part, you cut yourself off from God’s part. — Matthew 6:14-15 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

Post this at all the intersections, dear friends: Lead with your ears, follow up with your tongue, and let anger straggle along in the rear. God’s righteousness doesn’t grow from human anger. So throw all spoiled virtue and cancerous evil in the garbage. In simple humility, let our gardener, God, landscape you with the Word, making a salvation-garden of your life. - James 1:19-21 Message RestoredMinistries.org

Purpose What is driving your life? Is it Purpose? Do you even know what that is? I recommend the classic book - The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren. You are never too young or too old to fulfill your purpose .... Because today’s Bold Truth tells us who does the fulfilling! The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me; Your mercy, O Lord, endures forever; do not forsake the works of Your hands. —Psalm 138:8 MEV He will never forsake the works of His hands! RestoredMinistries.org

I have a serious concern to bring up with you, my friends, using the authority of Jesus, our Master. I’ll put it as urgently as I can: You must get along with each other. You must learn to be considerate of one another, cultivating a life in common. - 1 Corinthians 1:10 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

That’s exactly what Jesus did. He didn’t make it easy for himself by avoiding people’s troubles, but waded right in and helped out. “I took on the troubles of the troubled,” is the way Scripture puts it. Even if it was written in Scripture long ago, you can be sure it’s written for us. God wants the combination of his steady, constant calling and warm, personal counsel in Scripture to come to characterize us, keeping us alert for whatever he will do next. May our dependably steady and warmly personal God develop maturity in you so that you get along with each other as well as Jesus gets along with us all. Then we’ll be a choir—not our voices only, but our very lives singing in harmony in a stunning anthem to the God and Father of our Master Jesus! - Romans 15:5-6 Message RestoredMinistries.org

Real wisdom, God’s wisdom, begins with a holy life and is characterized by getting along with others. It is gentle and reasonable, overflowing with mercy and blessings, not hot one day and cold the next, not two-faced. You can develop a healthy, robust community that lives right with God and enjoy its results only if you do the hard work of getting along with each other, treating each other with dignity and honor. - —James 3:17-18 Message RestoredMinistries.org

"And I will make you a great nation and I will bless you abundantly and make your name great.  And you shall be a blessing and source of great good to others." Genesis 12:2 AMP 

I have come that they might have life, and have it to the full.—John 10:10 Where the human spirit fails, the Holy Spirit fills.--Anonymous RestoredMinistries.org

It is an honor for a man to keep away from strife [by handling situations with thoughtful foresight], But any fool will [start a] quarrel [without regard for the consequences]. —Proverbs 20:3 AMP RestoredMinistries.org

"I will pitch my tent in the land of hope." ~ Acts 2:26 MSG It matters where you pitch your tent! Are you pitching your tent in the land of Discouragements Frustration Offense Pride Anger Unforgiveness Jealousy Pity Fear Worry It won't last long pitched there! Get in the Word and know God's Promises so you can always pitch your tent in the land of hope as well as the land of... Encouragement Peace Mercy Humility Love Forgiveness Compassion Power Faith Patience The land is endless and abundant in His Word. ~ XXOO Michelle Bollom www.restoredministries.org Restored Ministries

…you'll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best, not the worst; the beautiful, not the ugly; things to praise, not things to curse" (Philippians 4:8 MSG). RestoredMinistries.org

Kids grow up, friends move away, and loved ones pass away. The world is ever changing. Sometimes the seasons appear to be on fast forward mode. The clock seems to have too fast a hand. The days can quickly turn into weeks... months... years. The great news is even when we are facing sudden transitions and rapid changes, there is One that does not change. Jesus Christ (the Messiah) is [always] the same, yesterday, today, [yes] and forever (to the ages).~ Hebrews 13:8 (AMP) ~XXOO Michelle RestoredMinistries.org

Romans 12:9a, “Love must be sincere…” (NIV) It is not how much you do, but how much Love you put into the doing that matters. ~~Mother Teresa

Chaos or Peace God is not a God of confusion and disorder but of peace and order. — 1 Corinthians 14:33 Stop getting stuck in the chaos. Don’t get comfortable with the chaos and confusion around you. You CAN choose peace and order. — XXOO Michelle Bollom RestoredMinistries.org

And oh, my dear Timothy, guard the treasure you were given! Guard it with your life. Avoid the talk-show religion and the practiced confusion of the so-called experts. People caught up in a lot of talk can miss the whole point of faith. Overwhelming grace keep you! —1 Timothy 6:20 - 21 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

Don’t Be A Hypocrite! We have so much work to do on ourselves that we should be too tired to examine other people's short comings- Kristin Armstrong You hypocrite! First, take the log out of your own eye; then you will see clearly, so that you can remove the splinter from your brother’s eye! —Matthew 7:5 CJB. RestoredMinistries.org

Steward > Service It is not only what we do,but also what we do not do, for which we are held accountable.~Moliere Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men.~Colossians 3:23 In God’s kingdom the steward is more important than the service.

“...Keep each other's spirits up so that no one falls behind or drops out” (Ephesians 6:18, The Message)

Empty out of my heart everything that is false— every lie, and every crooked thing. And give me neither undue poverty nor undue wealth— but rather, feed my soul with the measure of prosperity that pleases you. ~Proverbs 30:8 #AProverbADay Restored Ministries Your Healing Hour

Integrity Test “Whoever is faithful in small matters will be faithful in large ones; whoever is dishonest in small matters will be dishonest in large ones.” (Luke 16:10 GNT) What you did yesterday is of far less concern to God than where your heart is today. ~ Andy Stanley Your public blessing as a person comes from your private integrity that nobody will ever see. God uses little things to test our integrity. -Rick Warren

When you feel insecure and inadequate let God be your confidence and strength. When you feel alone and ill-equipped remember; You plus God is always the majority! God loves to pick up the slack in every area we lack- trust Him to work in and through you. Take that leap of Faith and do what He is calling you to do. ~XXOO Michelle ...If God is on our side, who can ever be against us? ~Romans 8:31 TLB RestoredMinistries.org

Sweet friendships refresh the soul and awaken our hearts with joy, for good friends are like the anointing oil that yields the fragrant incense of God’s presence. It takes a grinding wheel to sharpen a blade, and so one person sharpens the character of another. Just as no two faces are exactly alike, so every heart is different. ~ Proverbs 27:9,17,19 TPT #AProverbADay RestoredMinistries.org

There is great power in getting quiet before the Lord and visualizing yourself handing over every trouble, worry, and difficulty. We are not designed to carry them...He is! So let Him take a load off. —XXOO Michelle Bollom Cease striving and know that I am God.~ Psalm 46:10

Expectations According to your faith let it be to you. — Matthew 9:29 NKJV Other translations say - “you have what your faith expects” what are you expecting?

Choose Love “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers…"(I Peter 4:8, NIV) We have to choose love every day because love covers over our differences and offenses. Love is what allows us to appreciate what others bring into our lives, and it brings us together in unity. Today, above all, choose love. Choose to focus on the things that make your relationships stronger because in the end, love is all that remains.

Happiness Happiness is a by-product of doing something good for other people, In everything I have pointed out to you [by example] that, by working diligently in this manner, we ought to assist the weak, being mindful of the words of the Lord Jesus, how He Himself said, It is more blessed (makes one happier and more to be envied) to give than to receive. (Acts 20:35 AMP) RestoredMinistries.org

Wonder “I will tell of all Your wonders; I will be glad and rejoice in You.” -Psalm 9:1-2 Were half the breath oft vainly spent, to heaven in supplication sent; our cheerful song would oftener be, “Hear what the Lord has done for me!” ~William Cowper

In God's economy, standing still in faith is action. It takes discipline to be still & wait on The Lord. Waiting on God brings strength. But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] shall change and renew their strength and power; they shall lift their wings and mount up [close to God] as eagles [mount up to the sun]; they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint or become tired. (Isaiah 40:31 AMP)

“Indeed, it was for my own well-being that I had such bitterness; But You have loved back my life from the pit of nothingness (destruction), For You have cast all my sins behind Your back. —Isaiah 38:17 AMP

The World Is Not A Stage “Be especially careful when you are trying to be good so that you don’t make a performance out of it. It might be good theater, but the God who made you won’t be applauding. —Matthew 6:1 MSG

To set high standards for someone else, and then not live up to them yourself, is something that God truly hates. But it pleases him when we apply the right standards of measurement. When you act with presumption, convinced that you’re right, don’t be surprised if you fall flat on your face! But walking in humility helps you to make wise decisions. Integrity will lead you to success and happiness, but treachery will destroy your dreams. ~Proverbs 11:1-3 TPT #AProverbADay

“Attention, all! See the marvels of GOD! He plants flowers and trees all over the earth, Bans war from pole to pole, breaks all the weapons across his knee. “Step out of the traffic! Take a long, loving look at me, your High God, above politics, above everything.”” ‭‭—Psalm‬ ‭46:8-10‬ ‭MSG

You can’t expect success by doing what’s wrong. ~Proverbs 12:3 TPT #AProverbADay

“Whoever wants to know me and receive my wisdom, come and dine at my table and drink of my wine. Lay aside your simple thoughts and leave your paths behind. Agree with my ways, live in my truth, and righteousness you will find.” If you try to correct an arrogant cynic, expect an angry insult in return. And if you try to confront an evil man, don’t be surprised if all you get is a slap in the face! So don’t even bother to correct a mocker, for he’ll only hate you for it. But go ahead and correct the wise; they’ll love you even more. Teach a wise man what is right and he’ll grow even wiser. Instruct the lovers of God and they’ll learn even more. The starting point for acquiring wisdom is to be consumed with awe as you worship Jehovah-God. To receive the revelation of the Holy One, you must come to the one who has living-understanding. Wisdom will extend your life, making every year more fruitful than the one before. ~Proverbs 9:4-11 TPT #AProverbADay RestoredMinistries.org

In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over 1 sinner who repents. — Luke 15:10 You matter to God you matter to us - have a blessed day and we will catch you back tomorrow!

“Look at that man/woman, bloated by self-importance— full of themselves but soul-empty. But the person in right standing before God through loyal and steady believing is fully alive, really alive. —Habakkuk 2:4 MSG RestoredMinistries.org

When you’re feeling lazy, come and learn a lesson from this tale of the tiny ant. Yes, all you lazybones, come learn from the example of the ant and enter into wisdom. The ants have no chief, no boss, no manager— no one has to tell them what to do. You’ll see them working and toiling all summer long, stockpiling their food in preparation for winter. So wake up, sleepyhead. How long will you lie there? When will you wake up and get out of bed? If you keep nodding off and thinking, “I’ll do it later,” or say to yourself, “I’ll just sit back awhile and take it easy,” just watch how the future unfolds! By making excuses you’ll learn what it means to go without. Poverty will pounce on you like a bandit and move in as your roommate for life. ~Proverbs 6:6-11 TPT #AProverbADay RestoredMinistries.org Procrastination is the arrogant assumption that God will give you another chance at what He is asking of you today!

I have inclined my heart to perform Your statues forever, to the very end! — Psalm 119:112 NKJV RestoredMinistries.org

Every time you cross my mind, I break out in exclamations of thanks to God. Each exclamation is a trigger to prayer. I find myself praying for you with a glad heart. ~Philippians 1:3-5 MSG

Oh’ the messy and mysterious and deep mournings of the Maundy Thursday... The Greatest and final command of our Lord and Savior ...the sum of the Gospel 👇🏻 "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another" —John 13:34 It was not just the breaking of the bread and communing with each other on His Last Supper - Jesus then started washing dirty feet... Oh’ how we still are learning and failing and have not fully grasped this simple command and to follow His example. Lord, help us to love and serve others better. — XXOO Michelle Bollom

We want God’s direction and guidance, but too often we are not willing to deny ourselves anything or even wait for it. When we allow our own desires, impulses, or reasoning to direct and guide us, we are settling for second best.  We have allowed a “counterfeit comfort” to step in. We think that the counterfeit is more powerful than the Great Comforter; and that insults and grieves God.  We are filled with Christ’s Spirit and have the mind of Christ, so we should stop being led by our own cravings, impulses, and self–interests.     Lay down the counterfeit’s – there is only One Authentic Comforter, Leader, and Guide we need.     For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God. ~ Romans 8:14 NIV    Yet, in a similar way, the people who slipped in among you are dreamers. They contaminate their bodies with sin, reject the Lord’s authority, and insult His glory. ~ Jude 1:8 GWT   “At the end of time, some will ridicule the faithful and follow their lusts to the grave.” ~Jude 1:18The Voice (VOICE)   What things do I need to lay down in order to be led by God? XXOO Michelle Bollom

God’s love is meteoric, his loyalty astronomic, His purpose titanic, his verdicts oceanic. Yet in his largeness nothing gets lost; Not a man, not a mouse, slips through the cracks. —Psalm 36:5-6 MSG

How? you ask. In Christ. God put the wrong on him who never did anything wrong, so we could be put right with God. - 2 Corinthians 5:21 MSG Happy Holy Week!

The wicked, through the pride of his countenance, will not seek after God: God is not in all his thoughts. —Psalm 10:4 KJV

Somedays we may feel weak, unsteady and weary; but Everyday we have a strong, steady and mighty God! Let God handle it and renew your weak and weary soul. "I’ve picked you. I haven’t dropped you.’ Don’t panic. I’m with you. There’s no need to fear for I’m your God. I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you. I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you." -~Isaiah 41:10 MSG

God is good to one and all; everything he does is soaked through with grace. —Psalm 145:9 MSG

Anyone who meets a testing challenge head-on and manages to stick it out is mighty fortunate. For such persons loyally in love with God, the reward is life and more life. - James 1:12 Message

And that about wraps it up. God is strong, and he wants you strong. So take everything the Master has set out for you, well-made weapons of the best materials. And put them to use so you will be able to stand up to everything the Devil throws your way. This is no weekend war that we’ll walk away from and forget about in a couple of hours. This is for keeps, a life-or-death fight to the finish against the Devil and all his angels. - Ephesians 6:10-12 Message

But what happens when we live God’s way? He brings gifts into our lives, much the same way that fruit appears in an orchard—things like affection for others, exuberance about life, serenity. We develop a willingness to stick with things, a sense of compassion in the heart, and a conviction that a basic holiness permeates things and people. We find ourselves involved in loyal commitments, not needing to force our way in life, able to marshal and direct our energies wisely. Legalism is helpless in bringing this about; it only gets in the way. Among those who belong to Christ, everything connected with getting our own way and mindlessly responding to what everyone else calls necessities is killed off for good—crucified. - Galatians 5:22-24 Message

Love never gives up on people. It never stops trusting, never loses hope, and never quits. (1 Corinthians 13:7 ERV)

"The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But a wise man is he who listens to counsel." ~Proverbs 12:15

Do you depend, trust, and rely, fully on God? In both the good and the bad times? What God can accomplish in and through you depends on how much you are willing to let Him. My help and glory are in God —granite-strength and safe-harbor-God— So trust Him absolutely, people; lay your lives on the line for Him. God is a safe place to be. —Psalm 62:7-8 MSG

As each part does its own special work, it helps the other parts grow, so that the whole body is healthy and growing and full of love. —Ephesians 4:16b (NLT) "Isolation breeds deceitfulness; it is easy to fool ourselves into thinking we are mature if there is no one to challenge us." Be sure to connect - even through technology if your area can’t due to Covid. We need each one to do their special work for all of us to grow!

You who sit down in the High God’s presence, spend the night in Shaddai’s shadow, Say this: “ GOD, you’re my refuge. I trust in you and I’m safe!” That’s right—he rescues you from hidden traps, shields you from deadly hazards. His huge outstretched arms protect you— under them you’re perfectly safe; his arms fend off all harm. Fear nothing—not wild wolves in the night, not flying arrows in the day, Not disease that prowls through the darkness, not disaster that erupts at high noon. Even though others succumb all around, drop like flies right and left, no harm will even graze you. You’ll stand untouched, watch it all from a distance, watch the wicked turn into corpses. Yes, because GOD ’s your refuge, the High God your very own home, Evil can’t get close to you, harm can’t get through the door. He ordered his angels to guard you wherever you go. If you stumble, they’ll catch you; their job is to keep you from falling. You’ll walk unharmed among lions and snakes, and kick young lions and serpents from the path. — Psalm 91 Message Translation

Our soul is escaped as a bird out of the snare of the Fowler ‘s; the snare is broken, and we are escaped. Our help is in the name of the Lord who made heaven and earth. — Psalm 124:7-8 KJV

Don't let your attention shift from the real needs of today to the unrealized fears of tomorrow. God already knows the issues you are facing today. He hasn't left. He hasn’t forgotten you. He is right there. Stay present in His presence. God will meet each and every need. Stop worrying and let Him take care of it! ~XXOO Michelle "So don’t be anxious about tomorrow. God will take care of your tomorrow too. Live one day at a time. ~Matthew 6:34 TLB Restored Ministries Your Healing Hour

Not all good things are God things - but if we keep seeking the Lord we shall not want just any ole good thing - we will want for nothing - always being content in His will for us! They that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing. — Psalm 34:10

No more cramped spaces ... The Lord has set my feet in a large room! —Psalm 31:8

“It’s urgent that you listen carefully to this: Anyone here who believes what I am saying right now and aligns himself with the Father, who has in fact put me in charge, has at this very moment the real, lasting life and is no longer condemned to be an outsider. This person has taken a giant step from the world of the dead to the world of the living. —John 5:24 MSG

Dishonesty seems to be an epidemic in our culture today. Sadly, Integrity also seems to be expendable. There are no white lies, half truths, or embellishing the facts where God is concerned. A lie is a lie. Period. Live a life of integrity and truth. God can’t stomach liars; He loves the company of those who keep their word. ~ Proverbs 12:22 MSG "Don’t steal. “Don’t lie. “Don’t deceive anyone.~ Leviticus 19:11 MSG

A crucial step, often neglected by most, is to simply ask. We would rather try to figure things out on our own. We need to get comfortable in raising our hands and asking when we need clarification or the answers we don’t know. But, one thing we shouldn’t do is be more quick in asking others for advice before asking God. Always Ask God First. Make asking God for wisdom a regular part of your day. ~ XXOO Michelle If you don’t have all the wisdom needed for this journey, then all you have to do is ask God for it; and God will grant all that you need. He gives lavishly and never scolds you for asking. ~James 1:5 VOICE

Let us throw off everything that hinders.—Hebrews 12:1 Discipline is simply choosing between what you want now and what you want most.--Anonymous

So if you’re serious about living this new resurrection life with Christ, act like it. Pursue the things over which Christ presides. Don’t shuffle along, eyes to the ground, absorbed with the things right in front of you. Look up, and be alert to what is going on around Christ—that’s where the action is. See things from his perspective. — Colossians 3:1 Message

Encouragement is oxygen to the soul! ...And there is nothing better than the right word at the right time. ~Proverbs 15:23 You could be that very oxygen someone's soul desperately needs today. Let’s Throw Glitter Not Shade Today!

"Look out for one another's interests, not just our own." —Philippians 2:4 (GNT) Proverbs 17:9 says, "Love forgets mistakes." It's not that you are blind to someone else's faults; rather, you choose to overlook them. Great friends are good forgetters. They forget the bad stuff intentionally. They don't rub it in, they rub it out.

"Wisdom and money can get you almost anything, but only wisdom can save your life." —Ecclesiastes 7:12 (NLT)

The same exact tree in Spring and Winter look very different. One looks like death One looks like life One looks like the end One looks like beginnings One looks old One looks new One looks barren One looks full One looks hopeless One looks hopeful If we find ourself stuck and looking at the dead barren tree of Winter without the hope and anticipation of the coming of Spring we can’t move into the abundant future God has for us. Seasons of life will come and go. Some seasons our soul sings loudly “It Is Well” while other seasons our soul doesn’t seem to sing at all. We MUST keep singing as though it is well even when nothing feels or looks well right now. We MUST get a vision of our Winter tree in the Spring. How does the tree weather the storms of life and the changing of seasons? Roots! Stop looking at the outward appearance of the tree. The roots are what really matters. We MUST stay grounded and rooted in Christ. Cling to the hope of Spring …. it’s coming! ~XXOO Michelle Let your roots grow down deeply in Him, and let Him build you up on a firm foundation. Be strong in the faith, just as you were taught, and always spill over with thankfulness. Colossians 2:7 VOICE www.poeticallyprophetic.com www.restoredministries.org www.yourhealinghour.com For more encouragement click 👇🏻 Restored Ministries

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Are you feeling low and need to be filled up? DONE Are you facing some big hills and maybe even some monumental mountains that need to be brought low? DONE Are you feeling like your path is as crooked as can be and needs some straightening out? DONE Are you feeling rough and rocky and a bit jagged needing a bit of polish or a lot of polishing to smooth some things out? DONE There’s a Bold Truth with this very promise that says it’s DONE! Do you have the Raw Faith to put your name on it and call it MINE? You can and call it DONE! As the old saying goes ... Every Promise in The Book is Mine! Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be brought low; and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough ways shall be made smooth; —Luke 3:5 KJV

Don't let how you initially wake up dictate your day. If you have a heaviness as you climb out of bed today, give it to the Lord. Turn that frown upside down. You have the mind, (feelings and purposes) of Christ! Exchange your dread, fear, depression, anger, reluctance, or even laziness for His perfect hope, faith, joy, peace, anticipation, and strength. ~XXOO Michelle ... But we have the mind of Christ (the Messiah) and do hold the thoughts (feelings and purposes) of His heart. ~ 1 Corinthians 2:16 (AMP) www.restoredministries.org Restored Ministries

The true children of God are those who let God’s Spirit lead them. (Romans 8:14 ERV)

Living an abundant life sometimes requires that we get rid of a few things first. Sometimes we must delegate, relinquish control, cut it out, or simply say “no” to some things so we can say “yes” to God and what He has purposed for us. ~ XXOO Michelle We have all these great people around us as examples. Their lives tell us what faith means. So we, too, should run the race that is before us and never quit. We should remove from our lives anything that would slow us down and the sin that so often makes us fall. ~ Hebrews 12:1 ERV RestoredMinistries.org

The Lord is my strength and my [impenetrable] shield; My heart trusts [with unwavering confidence] in Him, and I am helped; Therefore my heart greatly rejoices, And with my song I shall thank Him and praise Him. ~Psalm 28:7 AMP

The voice of the enemy is full of deception, lies, and condemnation. It is powerless. Only the Lord is true and all powerful. The voice of the Lord is powerful; The voice of the Lord is full of majesty. ~Psalm 29:4 AMP

Love is to be sincere and active [the real thing—without guile and hypocrisy]. Hate what is evil [detest all ungodliness, do not tolerate wickedness]; hold on tightly to what is good. — Romans 12:9 AMP

Be careful what you glorify. If it's not God- it ain't good! Declare His glory among the nations,His marvelous works among all peoples. For great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised;He is also to be feared with awe-filled reverence above all gods. ~ 1 Chronicles 16:24-25

May we never be found dishonoring one another, or comparing ourselves to each other, for each of us is an original. We have forsaken all jealousy that diminishes the value of others. ~ Galatians 5:26 TPT

As God’s obedient children, never again shape your lives by the desires that you followed when you didn’t know better.~1 Peter 1:13-14 TPT

We cannot stop telling about the wonderful things we have seen and heard. — Acts 4:20 NLT

Now therefore, if you will obey my voice indeed, and keep my covenant, then you shall be a peculiar treasure and to me above all people; for all the earth is mine. — Exodus 19:5 KJV

"Anger makes our mouth work faster than our mind." "To you who are ready for the truth, I say this: Love your enemies. Let them bring out the best in you, not the worst. When someone gives you a hard time, respond with the energies of prayer for that person. If someone slaps you in the face, stand there and take it. If someone grabs your shirt, giftwrap your best coat and make a present of it. If someone takes unfair advantage of you, use the occasion to practice the servant life. No more tit-for-tat stuff. Live generously." ~ Luke 6:27-30 (MSG) Great peace have they who love Your law; nothing shall offend them or make them stumble.~ Psalm 119:165 AMP

Let love be the motivation behind all that you do. — 1 Corinthians 16:14 TPT

The Lord will give strength unto His people; the Lord will bless His people with peace. — Psalm 29:11 KJV

Weight We all carry it... oh, it doesn’t have to be those unsightly expanding fat cells that make it obvious we are carrying more weight... We can carry the weight of so many things and we don’t even realize the depth, destruction, or heaviness of it all until we start to let it go. This lead image (head to our Facebook to see )has always spoke to me... I don’t know the original author - it’s circulated for years around the net. But it inspires me... it brings me hope... that we can chisel our way out of those weights (seen and unseen) that we carry. Many of those unseen weights can lead to extra weight on our frames that are visible. What are some weights that we carry? The weight of... Disappointments Grief Death Sickness Disease Rejection Abuse Trauma Betrayal Loneliness Regret Shame Barrenness Unkind words Anger Bitterness Resentment Unforgiveness Offense It could go on and on ..... But guess what ... As much as you try to use the extra weight as a shield or wall to protect yourself from others or keep stuffing those emotional weights down they will just keep weighing you down emotionally and physically and can ultimately destroy you. You see, they aren’t ever truly hidden. There is a God who sees and knows every void you try to stuff. There is a God who sees every counterfeit comfort you use to soothe your wounds. There is a God who sees through the tough facade that pushes back the tears. There is a God who sees every man or woman that is desperately wanting to chisel their way out of the heaviness of all the weight/s they carry. There is a God who sees and is waiting for you to ask Him for help. It takes time - it takes effort - and it is absolutely worth it! Are you ready to start chiseling off those weights today? God is near. God sees you. Ask Him to help. “You Are The God Who Sees Me.” — Genesis 16:13 — XXOO Michelle Cosby Bollom RestoredMinistries.org

And that about wraps it up. God is strong, and he wants you strong. So take everything the Master has set out for you, well-made weapons of the best materials. And put them to use so you will be able to stand up to everything the Devil throws your way. This is no weekend war that we’ll walk away from and forget about in a couple of hours. This is for keeps, a life-or-death fight to the finish against the Devil and all his angels. Be prepared. You’re up against far more than you can handle on your own. Take all the help you can get, every weapon God has issued, so that when it’s all over but the shouting you’ll still be on your feet. Truth, righteousness, peace, faith, and salvation are more than words. Learn how to apply them. You’ll need them throughout your life. God’s Word is an indispensable weapon. In the same way, prayer is essential in this ongoing warfare. Pray hard and long. Pray for your brothers and sisters. Keep your eyes open. Keep each other’s spirits up so that no one falls behind or drops out. - Ephesians 6:12-18 Message RestoredMinistries.org

Boast in the Lord! For it is not from man that we draw our life but from God as we are being joined to Jesus, the Anointed One. And now he is our God-given wisdom, our virtue, our holiness, and our redemption. And this fulfills what is written: If anyone boasts, let him only boast in all that the Lord has done! —1 Corinthians 1:30-31 TPT

Change always begins with the eyes. “The eye is the lamp of the body. So, if your eye is healthy, your whole body will be full of light.” —Matthew 6:22 No change happens until there is a change of perspective. The good life always wears the habit of gratitude. Its eyes are trained to really see reality. It does not wait and wonder if the good will happen someday. It’s in the habit of seeing the good happening right now. The good life is as simple a function of good eyes. As simple and painfully hard and as profound as training eyes in the habit of seeing the good in life. Counting gifts trains the eyes. Wear the habit of gratitude — and you get to wear the good life. ~Ann Voskamp. It matters what you look at! RestoredMinistries.org

You need not cry very loud; He is nearer to us than we think. ~ Brother Lawrence You, LORD, hear the desire of the afflicted; you encourage them, and you listen to their cry,- Psalm 10:17 NIV

May there be peace within your walls. May there be safety in your great buildings.” For the good of my family and neighbors, I pray that there will be peace here. —Psalm 122:7-8 ERV

Truth stands the test of time; lies are soon exposed. — Proverbs 12:19 NLT

We can either look at our sufferings as unfair poor pitiful me experiences blaming others or God or we can own our choices and view them as enriching and growing us making us into a better person with deepened Faith. I choose to #LiveRestored! — XXOO Michelle My suffering was good for me, for it taught me to pay attention to Your decrees. ~ Psalm 119:71 NLT

There are two ways of being rich—have a lot, or want very little. The latter way is the easier for most of us. Many people make themselves miserable by wanting more than they can ever have. They suffer from “thing-itis,” the insatiable desire for more, better, and newer things. ~Billy Graham Then Jesus said to them, “Be careful and guard against all kinds of greed. People do not get life from the many things they own.” (Luke 12:15 ERV)

We plan the way we want to live, but only GOD makes us able to live it. — Proverbs 16:9 MSG

Let me be clear, the Anointed One has set us free—not partially, but completely and wonderfully free! We must always cherish this truth and stubbornly refuse to go back into the bondage of our past. —Galatians 5:1 TPT

A joyful heart makes a cheerful face. — Proverbs 15:13 NASB

If you don’t know what you’re doing, pray to the Father. He loves to help. You’ll get his help...Ask boldly, believingly, without a second thought. —James 1:5 MSG Join us on Your Healing Hour Facebook page for our Prayer Challenge kicking off!

As it is written and forever remains written, “ Behold I am laying in Zion a Stone of stumbling and a Rock of offense; And he who believes in Him [whoever adheres to, trusts in, and relies on Him] will not be disappointed [in his expectations].” —Romans 9:33 AMP Therefore the Lord God says this, “Listen carefully, I am laying in Zion a Stone, a tested Stone, A precious Cornerstone for the [secure] foundation, firmly placed. He who believes [who trusts in, relies on, and adheres to that Stone] will not be disturbed or give way [in sudden panic]. —Isaiah 28:16 AMP

God never told us to carry all our burdens or the burdens of others. He said to cast them on Him and He will sustain you. So right now "Drop them like it's hot!" Cast all burdens onto the Lord; He is the Only One equipped to carry them! #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul RestoredMinistries.org Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never allow the righteous to be shaken. ~ Psalm 55:22 NASB

Show respect for all people [treat them honorably], love the brotherhood [of believers], fear God, honor the king. —1 Peter 2:17 AMP RestoredMinistries.org

Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life. - Philippians 4:6 Message Translation RestoredMinistries.org

Give me revelation about the meaning of your ways so I can enjoy the reward of following them fully. Give me an understanding heart so that I can passionately know and obey your truth. Guide me into the paths that please you, for I take delight in all that you say. Cause my heart to bow before your words of wisdom and not to the wealth of this world. Help me turn my eyes away from illusions so that I pursue only that which is true; drench my soul with life as I walk in your paths. Reassure me of your promises, for I am your beloved, your servant who bows before you. Defend me from the criticism I face for keeping your beautiful words. See how I long with cravings for more of your ways? Let your righteousness revive my spirit! — Psalm 119:33-40 TPT RestoredMinistries.org

Our struggles are often only a product of how we see ourselves. If you see defeated - that’s how you’ll live. If you see delivered - that’s how you’ll live. If you see sick - that’s how you’ll live . If you see health - that’s how you’ll live. If you see lack - that’s how you’ll live. If you see enough - that’s how you’ll live. What are you seeing? Who are you agreeing with? Who are you believing? What are you confessing? May today we all get ANew View this New Year and start to focus on the powerful promises of God. Even when it doesn’t look good at the moment... He promises to work ALL things out for our good! And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. —Romans 8:28 NKJV ~XXOO Michelle #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul #BoldTruthsRawFaith #RestoredMinistries

For God gives those who please Him wisdom, knowledge, and joy! — Ecclesiastes 2:26 TLB — also taking the rest of the year off and will resume our podcast with some changes 1/4/21 Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

My beloved ones, just like you’ve always listened to everything I’ve taught you in the past, I’m asking you now to keep following my instructions as though I were right there with you. Now you must continue to make this new life fully manifested as you live in the holy awe of God—which brings you trembling into his presence. God will continually revitalize you, implanting within you the passion to do what pleases him. Live a cheerful life, without complaining or division among yourselves. For then you will be seen as innocent, faultless, and pure children of God, even though you live in the midst of a brutal and perverse culture. For you will appear among them as shining lights in the universe, offering them the words of eternal life. I haven’t labored among you for nothing, for your lives are the fruit of my ministry and will be my glorious boast at the unveiling of Christ! —Philippians 2:12-16 TPT

Rise above the heavens, God. Let all the world see Your glory. Use Your great power and help us! Answer my prayer and save the people You love. (Psalms 108:5, 6 ERV)

God is not like people. He tells no lies. He is not like humans. He doesn't change His mind. When He says something, He does it. When He makes a promise, He keeps it. ~ Numbers 23:19 GWT

True love for God means obeying his commands, and his commands don’t weigh us down as heavy burdens. You see, every child of God overcomes the world, for our faith is the victorious power that triumphs over the world. So who are the world conquerors, defeating its power? Those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God. —1 John 5:3-5 TPT

My soul [my life, my very self] is satisfied as with marrow and fatness, And my mouth offers praises [to You] with joyful lips. —Psalm 63:5 AMP

Love means giving of yourself for the sake of others. Love always requires action. Love without action is only lip-service. Let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth. ~1 John 3:18 Dear children, let us stop just saying we love each other; let us really show it by our actions. —1 John 3:18 (NLT) You show love by what you do, not just by what you feel. If love were just an emotion, then God couldn't command it. But love is something you do. It can produce emotion, but love is an action.

Live creatively, friends. If someone falls into sin, forgivingly restore him, saving your critical comments for yourself. You might be needing forgiveness before the day’s out. Stoop down and reach out to those who are oppressed. Share their burdens, and so complete Christ’s law. If you think you are too good for that, you are badly deceived.— Galatians 6:2 Message

And now, GOD, do it again— bring rains to our drought-stricken lives So those who planted their crops in despair will shout hurrahs at the harvest, So those who went off with heavy hearts will come home laughing, with armloads of blessing. — Psalm 126:5 Message

A fool ‘s displeasure is known at once, but whoever ignores an insult is sensible. — Proverbs 12:16

...Believe and trust in the Lord your God and you will be established (secure). Believe and trust in His prophets and succeed.” —2 Chronicles 20:20 AMP

Jesus once again addressed them: “I am the world’s Light. No one who follows me stumbles around in the darkness. I provide plenty of light to live in.” - John 8:12 Message

Jesus said, “I am the Bread of Life. The person who aligns with me hungers no more and thirsts no more, ever. I have told you this explicitly because even though you have seen me in action, you don’t really believe me. Every person the Father gives me eventually comes running to me. And once that person is with me, I hold on and don’t let go. I came down from heaven not to follow my own whim but to accomplish the will of the One who sent me. - John 6:35-38 Message

No disaster or calamity no sin or circumstance can separate us from the love of Christ! I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Jesus Christ our Lord.— Romans 8:38-39NIV

Having hope will give you courage. You will be protected and will rest in safety. —Job 11:18

No wisdom, understanding, or advice can stand up against the Lord. —Proverbs 21:30 CEB No one, regardless of how shrewd or well-advised he is, can stand against the Lord. Go ahead and prepare for the conflict, but victory comes from God. —Proverbs 21:30-31 TLB

Evil men do not understand justice but those who seek the Lord understand all. — Proverbs 28:5

I thank my God in all my remembrance of you. — Philippians 1:3 Happy Thanksgiving

Lord, can’t you hear my cry, my bitter complaint? Keep me safe from this band of criminals and from the conspiracy of these wicked men. They gather in their secret counsel to destroy me. Can’t you hear their slander, their lies? Their words are like poison-tipped arrows shot from the shadows. They are unafraid and have no fear of consequences. They set their traps against us in secret; they strengthen one another, saying, “No one can see us. Who can stop us?” They’re nothing more than unruly mobs joined in their unholy alliance, searching out new opportunities to pervert justice— deceivers scheming together their ill-conceived plot as they plan the “perfect crime.” How unsearchable is their endless evil, trying desperately to hide the deep darkness of their hearts. But all the while God has his own fire-tipped arrows! Suddenly, without warning, they will be pierced and struck down. Staggering backward they will be destroyed by the very ones they spoke against. All who see this will view them with scorn. Then all will stand awestruck over what God has done, seeing how he vindicated the victims of these crimes. The lovers of God will be glad, rejoicing in the Lord. They will be found in his glorious wrap-around presence, singing songs of praise to God! —Psalm 64:1-10 TPT

Reverence for God adds hours to each day. —Proverbs 10:27 (LB)

“Behold, the Lord’s hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; Nor His ear heavy, that it cannot hear.” (Isaiah 59:1)

Don’t be obsessed with getting more material things. Be relaxed with what you have. Since God assured us, “I’ll never let you down, never walk off and leave you,” we can boldly quote, God is there, ready to help; I’m fearless no matter what. Who or what can get to me? — Hebrews 13:5 MSG

How well God must like you— you don’t hang out at Sin Saloon, you don’t slink along Dead-End Road, you don’t go to Smart-Mouth College. Instead you thrill to GOD’s Word, you chew on Scripture day and night. You’re a tree replanted in Eden, bearing fresh fruit every month, Never dropping a leaf, always in blossom. - Psalm 1:1-3 MESSAGE

God is NOT the author of confusion but of peace. — 1 Corinthians 14:33

She laughs without fear of the future! — Proverbs 31:25

Lord, even when your path takes me through the valley of deepest darkness, fear will never conquer me, for you already have! You remain close to me and lead me through it all the way. Your authority is my strength and my peace. The comfort of your love takes away my fear. I’ll never be lonely, for you are near. —Psalm 23:4 TPT

My soul makes its boast in the Lord; The humble and downtrodden will hear it and rejoice. —Psalm 34:2 AMP

Jesus Christ wants to be the Lord of every aspect of your life. He wants to be the Lord of your business, your free time, your relationships—the Lord of all. And if He is not Lord of all, then He is not Lord at all. His divine power has given us everything we need. —2 Peter 1:3

“Take this most seriously: A yes on earth is yes in heaven; a no on earth is no in heaven. What you say to one another is eternal. I mean this. When two of you get together on anything at all on earth and make a prayer of it, my Father in heaven goes into action. And when two or three of you are together because of me, you can be sure that I’ll be there.” — Matthew 18:20 MSG

I'm not saying that I have this all together, that I have it made. But I am well on my way, reaching out for Christ, who has so wondrously reached out for me. Friends, don't get me wrong: By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I've got my eye on the goal, where God is beckoning us onward—to Jesus. I'm off and running, and I'm not turning back. (Philippians 3:12-14 MSG)

...Believe and trust in the Lord your God and you will be established (secure). Believe and trust in His prophets and succeed.” —2 Chronicles 20:20

But He's already made it plain how to live, what to do, what God is looking for in men and women. It's quite simple: Do what is fair and just to your neighbor, be compassionate and loyal in your love, And don't take yourself too seriously— take God seriously. (Micah 6:8 MSG)

May the Lord of peace give you his peace at all times and in every way! - 2 Thessalonians 3:16

For God alone my soul waits in silence; From Him comes my salvation. He alone is my rock and my salvation, My defense and my strong tower; I will not be shaken or disheartened. Psalm 62:1-2 AMP

Now, it is God himself who has anointed us. And he is constantly strengthening both you and us in union with Christ. He knows we are his since he has also stamped his seal of love over our hearts and has given us the Holy Spirit like an engagement ring is given to a bride—a down payment of the blessings to come! —2 Corinthians 1:21-22 TPT

There is only one “Peace” that promises to guard our hearts and minds. God’s Perfect Peace exceeds everything and anything we could ever understand. And the peace of God [that peace which reassures the heart, that peace] which transcends all understanding, [that peace which] stands guard over your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus [is yours]. —Philippians 4:7 AMP ~ XXOO Michelle

Don’t magnify your pains, worries, problems, or needs Magnify God “Let God be magnified!”~Psalm 70:4 #HeavenlyPerspective

Each of you know how to control his own body in holiness and honor [being available for God’s purpose and separated from things profane], —1 Thessalonians 4:4 AMP

But you, dear friends, carefully build yourselves up in this most holy faith by praying in the Holy Spirit, staying right at the center of God’s love, keeping your arms open and outstretched, ready for the mercy of our Master, Jesus Christ. This is the unending life, the real life! -Jude 1:20-21 MSG

Two For Tuesday! - Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted. — Matthew 5:4 He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away. -Revelation 2:14

Trust in God’s provision and not our own limited resources. The very best dressed are still no match for the Lord’s Lilies! God provides for every flower in the field. Consider the lilies and wildflowers, how they grow [in the open field]. They neither labor nor spin [wool to make clothing]; yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his glory and splendor dressed himself like one of these. —Luke 12:27 AMP ~XXOO Michelle

Live creatively, friends. If someone falls into sin, forgivingly restore him, saving your critical comments for yourself. You might be needing forgiveness before the day’s out. Stoop down and reach out to those who are oppressed. Share their burdens, and so complete Christ’s law. If you think you are too good for that, you are badly deceived. - Galatians 6:2-3 Message

I hate the two-faced, but I love your clear-cut revelation. You’re my place of quiet retreat; I wait for your Word to renew me. Get out of my life, evildoers, so I can keep my God’s commands. Take my side as you promised; I’ll live then for sure. Don’t disappoint all my grand hopes. Stick with me and I’ll be all right; I’ll give total allegiance to your definitions of life. Expose all who drift away from your sayings; their casual idolatry is lethal. You reject earth’s wicked as so much rubbish; therefore I lovingly embrace everything you say. I shiver in awe before you; your decisions leave me speechless with reverence. — Psalm 119:114 Message

Rather, let our lives lovingly express truth [in all things, speaking truly, dealing truly, living truly]. Enfolded in love, let us grow up in every way and in all things into Him Who is the Head, [even] Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed One). (Ephesians 4:15 AMP)

It is always enough! “My Grace is sufficient for you!” — 2 Corinthians 12:9

A friend loves at all times. — Proverbs 17:17

But what happens when we live God’s way? He brings gifts into our lives, much the same way that fruit appears in an orchard—things like affection for others, exuberance about life, serenity. We develop a willingness to stick with things, a sense of compassion in the heart, and a conviction that a basic holiness permeates things and people. We find ourselves involved in loyal commitments, not needing to force our way in life, able to marshal and direct our energies wisely. Legalism is helpless in bringing this about; it only gets in the way. Among those who belong to Christ, everything connected with getting our own way and mindlessly responding to what everyone else calls necessities is killed off for good—crucified. (Galatians 5:22-24 MSG)

Yes, be bold and strong! Banish fear and doubt! For remember, the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9 TLB

Many, O Lord my God, are the wonderful works which You have done, And Your thoughts toward us; There is none to compare with You. If I would declare and speak of your wonders, They would be too many to count. —Psalm 40:5 AMP

“If you are willing and obedient, You shall eat the best of the land; —Isaiah 1:19 AMP If you have a willing heart to let me help you, and if you will obey me, you will feast on the blessings of an abundant harvest. —Isaiah 1:19 TPT

“Don’t bargain with God. Be direct. Ask for what you need. This is not a cat-and-mouse, hide-and-seek game we’re in. — Luke 11:13 MSG

For God will bring every act to judgment, every hidden and secret thing, whether it is good or evil. —Ecclesiastes 12:14 AMP

You’ve kept track of all my wandering and my weeping. You’ve stored my many tears in your bottle—not one will be lost. For they are all recorded in your book of remembrance. —Psalm 56:8 Remember! weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. - Psalm 30:5

Every great life has had in it some great renunciation. So it is always: real sacrifice, unto complete surrender of self, brings to us the revelation of God in His fullness. O’ how it changes everything for us thereafter from famine to royal abundance! —L.B. Cowman I have lost all things….that I may gain Christ. — Philippians 3:8

For God shows no partiality [undue favor or unfairness; with Him one man is not different from another.] — Romans 2:11 AMP ( other translations also say one person is not more important than another) He Has No Favorites!

He Will Deliver The Needy! - Psalm 72:12 when you have a need - you also have this promise!

Therefore you have no excuse or justification, everyone of you who [hypocritically] judges and condemns others; for in passing judgment on another person, you condemn yourself, because you who judge [from a position of arrogance or self-righteousness] are habitually practicing the very same things [which you denounce]. And we know that the judgment of God falls justly and in accordance with truth on those who practice such things. —Romans 2:1-2 AMP

Yes, ALL have sinned; ALL fall short of God’s glorious ideal;—Romans 3:23 TLB

Yet there is one ray of hope: His compassion never ends. It is only the Lord’s mercies that have kept us from complete destruction. Great is his faithfulness; his loving-kindness begins afresh each day. —Lamentations 3:21-23 TLB

There is gold, and abundance of costly stones; but the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel. — Proverbs 20:15 RSV

Psalm 119:165 - best when sung... “Great peace have they who love thy law and nothing shall offend them!” That’s how we handle internet trolls - keep scrolling and delete!

Be transformed by the renewing of your mind. —Romans 12:2

“I tell you, love your enemies. Help and give without expecting a return. You’ll never—I promise—regret it. Live out this God-created identity the way our Father lives toward us, generously and graciously, even when we’re at our worst. Our Father is kind; you be kind. — Luke 6:36 MSG

It was for freedom that Christ set us free! — Galatians 5:1

Jesus was matter-of-fact: “Embrace this God-life. Really embrace it, and nothing will be too much for you. This mountain, for instance: Just say, ‘Go jump in the lake’—no shuffling or shilly-shallying—and it’s as good as done. That’s why I urge you to pray for absolutely everything, ranging from small to large. Include everything as you embrace this God-life, and you’ll get God’s everything. And when you assume the posture of prayer, remember that it’s not all asking. If you have anything against someone, forgive —only then will your heavenly Father be inclined to also wipe your slate clean of sins.” — Mark 11:24 MSG

God is love. When we take up permanent residence in a life of love, we live in God and God lives in us. This way, love has the run of the house, becomes at home and mature in us, so that we’re free of worry on Judgment Day—our standing in the world is identical with Christ’s. There is no room in love for fear. Well-formed love banishes fear. Since fear is crippling, a fearful life—fear of death, fear of judgment—is one not yet fully formed in love. — 1 John 4:18 MSG

Guard what God has entrusted to you. Avoid godless, foolish discussions with those who oppose you with their so-called knowledge.— 1 Timothy 6:20

Watch what God does, and then you do it, like children who learn proper behavior from their parents. Mostly what God does is love you. Keep company with him and learn a life of love. Observe how Christ loved us. His love was not cautious but extravagant. He didn’t love in order to get something from us but to give everything of himself to us. Love like that. - Ephesians 5:1-2

Jesus himself came up and walked along with them. — Luke 24:15

Therefore, confess your sins to one another [your false steps, your offenses], and pray for one another, that you may be healed and restored. The heartfelt and persistent prayer of a righteous man (believer) can accomplish much [when put into action and made effective by God—it is dynamic and can have tremendous power]. —James 5:16 AMP

You too, be patient; strengthen your hearts [keep them energized and firmly committed to God], because the coming of the Lord is near.— James 5:8 AMP

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. —Matthew 5:4. He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away. —Revelation 21:4

My fellow believers, do not practice your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ with an attitude of partiality [toward people—show no favoritism, no prejudice, no snobbery]. —James 2:1 AMP If, however, you are [really] fulfilling the royal law according to the Scripture, “ You shall love your neighbor as yourself [that is, if you have an unselfish concern for others and do things for their benefit]” you are doing well. But if you show partiality [prejudice, favoritism], you are committing sin and are convicted by the Law as offenders. —James 2:8-9 AMP

By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another. — John 13:35

Let your character [your moral essence, your inner nature] be free from the love of money [shun greed—be financially ethical], being content with what you have; for He has said, “ I will never [under any circumstances] desert you [nor give you up nor leave you without support, nor will I in any degree leave you helpless], nor will I forsake or let you down or relax My hold on you [assuredly not]!” —Hebrews 13:5 AMP

Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of [a]witnesses [who by faith have testified to the truth of God’s absolute faithfulness], stripping off every unnecessary weight and the sin which so easily and cleverly entangles us, let us run with endurance and active persistence the race that is set before us, 2 [looking away from all that will distract us and] focusing our eyes on Jesus, who is the Author and Perfecter of faith [the first incentive for our belief and the One who brings our faith to maturity], who for the joy [of accomplishing the goal] set before Him endured the cross, [b]disregarding the shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God [revealing His deity, His authority, and the completion of His work].(A) Just consider and meditate on Him who endured from sinners such bitter hostility against Himself [consider it all in comparison with your trials], so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. — Hebrews 12:1-3 AMP

Do you not therefore fling away your [fearless ]confidence, for it has a glorious and great reward. For you have need of patient endurance [to bear up under difficult circumstances without compromising,]so that when you have carried out the will of God, you may receive and enjoy to the full what is promised. — Hebrews 10:35-36 AMP

For the word of God is living and active and full of power [making it operative, energizing, and effective. ]It is sharper than any two edge sword, penetrating as far as the division of the soul and spirit [the completeness of a person ]and of both joints and marrow [the deepest parts of our nature ]exposing and judging the very thoughts and intentions of the heart. — Hebrews 4:12

For the law never made anything perfect; while on the other hand a better hope is introduced through which we now continually draw near to God. -Hebrews 7:19 AMP

The Golden Rule - treat others as you would like to be treated. And John 15:17 - This is My command: love each other!

Therefore let us [with privilege] approach the throne of grace [that is the throne of God‘s gracious favor] with confidence and without fear, so that we may receive mercy [for our failures] and find [His amazing ] grace to help us in time of need [an appropriate blessing, coming just at the right moment]. —Hebrews 4:16 AMP

The Peril Of Unbelief Take care, brothers and sisters, that there not be in any one of you a wicked, unbelieving heart [which refuses to trust and rely on the Lord, a heart] that turns away from the living God. But continually encourage one another every day, as long as it is called “Today” [and there is an opportunity], so that none of you will be hardened [into settled rebellion] by the deceitfulness of sin [its cleverness, delusive glamour, and sophistication]. For we [believers] have become partakers of Christ [sharing in all that the Messiah has for us], if only we hold firm our newborn confidence [which originally led us to Him] until the end, —Hebrews 3:12-14 AMP

To the pure, all things are pure; but to the corrupt and unbelieving, nothing is pure; both their mind and their conscience are corrupted. They profess to know God [to recognize and be acquainted with him]but by their actions they deny and disown him. They are detestable and disobedient and worthless for good work of any kind. — Titus 1:15-16 AMP

But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, sensible, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy. — James 3:17 AMP

If you remain in Me and My words remain in you [that is, if we are vitally united and My message lives in your heart], ask whatever you wish and it will be done for you. —John 15:7 AMP

“The Lord your God is in your midst, A Warrior who saves. He will rejoice over you with joy; He will be quiet in His love [making no mention of your past sins], He will rejoice over you with shouts of joy. —Zephaniah 3:17 AMP

When my soul is in the dumps, I rehearse everything I know of you, From Jordan depths to Hermon heights, including Mount Mizar. Chaos calls to chaos, to the tune of whitewater rapids. Your breaking surf, your thundering breakers crash and crush me. Then GOD promises to love me all day, sing songs all through the night! My life is God’s prayer. - Psalm 42:8

This is a faithful and trustworthy saying: if we died with Him, we will also live with Him; if we endure, we will also reign with Him; if we deny Him, He will also deny us; if we are faithless, He remains faithful [true to his word and His righteous character], for He cannot deny Himself. — 2 Timothy 2:11-13 AMP

Guard (with greatest care)and keep unchanged, the treasure (that precious truth) which has been entrusted to you (that is, the good news about salvation through personal faith in Christ Jesus), through (the help of)the Holy Spirit who dwells in us. — 2 Timothy 1:14 AMP

You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. — Matthew 5:13

Keep a constant watch over your soul, and pray for the courage and grace to prevail over these things that are destined to occur and that you will stand before the presence of the Son of Man with a clear conscience.” —Luke 21:36 TPT

This is my comfort and consolation in my affliction: that Your word has revived me and given me life. (Psalm 119:50 AMP)

Now may the Lord of peace Himself grant you His peace at all times and in every way [that peace and spiritual well-being that comes to those who walk with Him, regardless of life’s circumstances]. The Lord be with you all. —2 Thessalonians 3:16 AMP

Encourage the exhausted, and make staggering knees firm. Say to those with an anxious and panic stricken heart, be strong, fear not! Indeed, your God will come with vengeance for the ungodly; the retribution of God will come, But He will save you! —Isaiah 35:3–4

5:15 see that no one repays another with evil for evil but always seek that which is good for one another and for all people. 5:19 do not quench subdue or be unresponsive to the working and guidance of the Holy Spirit. 5:22 abstain from every form of evil -withdraw and keep away from it.

Never has God's purposes been thwarted by circumstances too demanding. Never has His strength fallen short of the need. This is the promise we have in our Savior: All things are possible with God! ~Chris Tiegreen Jesus looked at them intently, then said, “Without God, it is utterly impossible. But with God everything is possible.” ~ Mark 10:27

No soldier when in service gets entangled in the enterprises of [civilian] life; his aim is to satisfy and please the One who enlisted him.~ 2 Timothy 2:4 We are all Christ's Soldiers! Don't get entangled in the enterprises of ANYTHING that does not bring God Glory.

See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception [pseudo-intellectual babble], according to the tradition [and musings] of mere men, following the elementary principles of this world, rather than following [the truth—the teachings of] Christ. —Colossians 2:8 AMP

"Love knows no limit to its endurance, no end to its trust, no fading to its hope. It can really outlast anything." 1 Corinthians 13:7 (Phillips)

and be continually renewed in the spirit of your mind [having a fresh, untarnished mental and spiritual attitude], —Ephesians 4:23 AMP

Let joyful obedience replace the rebellion that keeps us at odds with the Lord. Turn to the Lord for help in everything you do, and you will be successful. (Proverbs 16:3 ERV)

Proverbs 15:3, "The eyes of the LORD are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good." (NIV)

"He who walks with the wise grows wise" (Proverbs 13:20, NIV).

The value of consistent prayer is not that God will hear us, but that we will hear Him. ~William McGill Live your life always alert to His Whispers. Speak Lord- Your Servant Is Listening! ~1 Samuel 3:10

Every word of God heals. There's no Word of God that is devoid of power. He sent His word and healed them, And rescued them from their destruction. ~ Psalm 107:20

God has never withheld blessings from anyone whose heart was right towards Him. The pursuit of God and godliness is always worth the cost and will reap many positive returns. For You, Lord, will bless the [uncompromisingly] righteous [him who is upright and in right standing with You]; as with a shield You will surround him with goodwill (pleasure and favor).~Psalm 5:12 AMP

We battle not against flesh & blood For our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the world powers of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavens. — Ephesians 6:12 HCSB

"And they overcame because of the blood of the Lamb and because of the word of their testimony...—Revelation 12:11 Our Testimony is vital to a believer’s life. We overcome by it!

God is love. Therefore love. Without distinction, without calculation, without procrastination, love. ~Henry Drummond Do everything in love. — 1 Corinthians 16:14

Jesus said if there are no “ifs” among believers - anything can happen. Mark 9:23 MSG

So be careful how you listen; for whoever has a teachable heart, to him more understanding will be given; and whoever does not have a longing for truth, even what he thinks he has will be taken away from him.” ~ Luke 8:18 AMP Careful listening brings radical change and lasting fruit.~ Chris Tiegreen

They promise them freedom, but they themselves are not free. They are slaves of things that will be destroyed. For people are slaves of anything that controls them. (2 Peter 2:19 NCV) what is controlling you? Don’t be a slave anymore - break free from them and walk in true freedom with Christ!

"God is with thee in all that thou doest." ~Genesis 21:22

For the wicked shall be destroyed, but those who trust the Lord shall be given every blessing. —Psalm 37:9 TLB In times of disaster they will not wither; in days of famine they will enjoy plenty. — Psalm 37:9 NIV

It’s ok if you have more questions than answers. Dive deeper... Dwell longer... Wrestle if you must ... Keep abiding Keep asking Wisdom and understanding will come if you seek for them. Keep seeking Tune out the loud deafening voices of this world and Tune in to the still small voice of the Lord. -XXOO Michelle If any of you lacks wisdom [to guide him through a decision or circumstance], he is to ask of [our benevolent] God, who gives to everyone generously and without rebuke or blame, and it will be given to him. But he must ask [for wisdom] in faith, without doubting [God’s willingness to help], for the one who doubts is like a billowing surge of the sea that is blown about and tossed by the wind. For such a person ought not to think or expect that he will receive anything [at all] from the Lord, being a double-minded man, unstable and restless in all his ways [in everything he thinks, feels, or decides]. —James 1:5-8 AMP ....“I do believe, but help me overcome my unbelief!” —Mark 9:24 NLT Unbelief puts our circumstances between us and God. Faith puts God between us and our circumstances. —F. B. Meyer

Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.They will soar on wings like eagles;they will run and not grow weary,they will walk and not be faint.—Isaiah 40:31 Do not have your concert first and tune your instruments afterwards. Begin your day with God. —J. Hudson Taylor

“If you think you are too important to help someone in need, you are only fooling yourself. You are really a nobody” —Galatians 6:3 NLT It is in these small services that we grow like Christ.

Unless you are faithful in small matters, you won’t be faithful in large ones. If you cheat even a little, you won’t be honest with greater responsibilities. —Luke 16:10 (NLT)

You will have victory over all your enemies, and all who oppose you will be routed. —Micah 5:9 VOICE rout /rout/ verb past tense: routed; past participle: routed To defeat and cause to retreat in disorder.

If you wait for perfect conditions, you will never get anything done. Ecclesiastes 11:4 (NLT) God expects you to do what you can, with what you have, wherever you are. Less-than-perfect service is always better than the best intention

Have you ever thought that it is God himself that the breath of the Almighty is what gives us life and Inspires us ... “.It is the spirit of God that made me which has stirred me up, and the breath of the Almighty that gives me life which inspires me. Job 33:4 AMP

And we know [with great confidence] that God [who is deeply concerned about us] causes all things to work together [as a plan] for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to His plan and purpose. — Romans 8:28 AMP

Make No Treaties With The Enemy! - Deuteronomy 7:2

I will put My laws in their mind and write them on their hearts and I will be there God, and they shall be My people! -Hebrews 8:10

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. — John 13:34

Commit your works to the Lord [submit and trust them to Him], And your plans will succeed [if you respond to His will and guidance]. —Proverbs 16:3 AMP Discover the fullness of living in unexplored places ... let God lead you!

O Lord, you have searched me [thoroughly] and have known me. You know when I sit down and when I rise up [my entire life, everything I do]; You understand my thought from afar. You scrutinize my path and my lying down, And You are intimately acquainted with all my ways. Even before there is a word on my tongue [still unspoken], Behold, O Lord, You know it all. You have enclosed me behind and before, And [You have] placed Your hand upon me. Such [infinite] knowledge is too wonderful for me; It is too high [above me], I cannot reach it. —Psalm 139:1-6 AMP Honor and Esteem are Heavenly Merits Bestowed by God!

So Moses told the people, “You must obey all the commandments of the Lord your God, following his directions in every detail, going the whole way he has laid out for you; only then will you live long and prosperous lives in the land you are to enter and possess. Deuteronomy 5:32-33 TLB

Every believer has received grace gifts, so use them to serve one another as faithful stewards of the many-colored tapestry of God’s grace. For example, if you have a speaking gift , speak as though God were speaking his words through you. If you have the gift of serving, do it passionately with the strength God gives you, so that in everything God alone will be glorified through Jesus Christ. For to him belong the power and the glory forever throughout all ages! Amen. —1 Peter 4:10-11 TPT Today reach out from the ordinary into the extraordinary! Use your gifts well.

Humble yourselves [with an attitude of repentance and insignificance] in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you [He will lift you up, He will give you purpose]. —James 4:10 AMP

I have filled him with the Spirit of God in wisdom and skill, in understanding and intelligence, in knowledge, and in all kinds of craftsmanship, Exodus 31:3 AMP

"Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,' says the LORD, who has compassion on you." Isaiah 54:10

These things I plan won't happen right away. Slowly, steadily, surely, the time approaches when the vision will be fulfilled. If it seems slow, do not despair, for these things will surely come to pass. Just be patient! They will not be overdue a single day! Habakkuk 2:3 (LB) Remember how far you've come, not just how far you have to go. ~ XXOO Michelle #LiveRestored #MindBodySoul Restored Ministries www.restoredministries.org

"[Love] … is not easily angered." (1 Corinthians 13:5 NIV)

Jesus thought you were worth dying for! I, I am the Lord, and besides me there is no Savior.~ Isaiah 43:11 ESV Your money can't save you Your name can't save you Your position can't save you Your religion can't save you Your works can't save you Your ministry can't save you Your church can't save you Your family can't save you Your good looks can't save you You can't even save you.... Only Jesus can save you. Stop striving and trying to earn it. Simply rest in His promise today.

Attention, all! See the marvels of GOD! He plants flowers and trees all over the earth, Bans war from pole to pole, breaks all the weapons across his knee. “Step out of the traffic! Take a long, loving look at me, your High God, above politics, above everything.” - Psalm 46:10

God values us no matter what we do or what we have done. He sees our value even when others don't. He loves us beyond anything we could imagine. Surrender to God and allow Him to lift off the shame you feel. He will make you stand firm and without fear. God is the only One that rescues us from shame's power. Then you will lift up your face without shame; you will stand firm and without fear. ~ Job 11:15

Consider it nothing but joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you fall into various trials. Be assured that the testing of your faith [through experience] produces endurance [leading to spiritual maturity, and inner peace]. And let endurance have its perfect result and do a thorough work, so that you may be perfect and completely developed [in your faith], lacking in nothing. —James 1:2-4 AMP

Love bears up under anything and everything that comes, is ever ready to believe the best of every person, its hopes are fadeless under all circumstances, and it endures everything [without weakening]. —1 Corinthians 13:7 AMP

Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 God gave us a gift of 86,400 seconds today. Have you used one to say "thank you?" ~William A. Ward

"Be careful how you think; your life is shaped by your thoughts." (Proverbs 4:23 GN)

Then we cried out, “Lord, help us! Rescue us!” And He did! His light broke through the darkness and He led us out in freedom from death’s dark shadow and snapped every one of our chains. —Psalm 107:13-14 TPT

For women (and Men) who claim to be devoted to God should make themselves attractive by the good things they do. —1 Timothy 2:10 NLT. So go do good things!

Even if a king has the best-equipped army, it would never be enough to save him. Even if the best warrior went to battle, he could not be saved simply by his strength alone. Human strength and the weapons of man are false hopes for victory; they may seem mighty but they will always disappoint. The eyes of the Lord are upon even the weakest worshipers who love him— those who wait in hope and expectation for the strong, steady love of God. God will deliver them from death, even the certain death of famine, with no one to help. The Lord alone is our radiant hope and we trust in him with all our hearts. His wrap-around presence will strengthen us. As we trust, we rejoice with an uncontained joy flowing from Yahweh! Let your love and steadfast kindness overshadow us continually, for we trust and we wait upon you! —Psalm 33:16-22 TPT

I love that word! More majestic than the thunders of mighty waters, more majestic than the waves of the sea, majestic on high is the Lord! —Psalm 93:4 NRSV

"Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." Hebrews 4:16 (NIV)

Blessings and Curses should not occupy the same space in your heart. Abstain from evil [shrink from it and keep aloof from it] in whatever form or whatever kind it may be. — 1 Thessalonians 5:22 AMP

"Judge not the workings of his brain, And of his heart you cannot see. What looks to thy dim eyes a stain, In God's pure light may only be A scar brought from some well-won field Where thou wouldst only faint and yield." Let's be discerning, but not condemning! ~Unknown "Judge not, lest you be judged." (Matthew 7:1)

We may have trained our words and actions to be pleasing and acceptable to God, but what about our thoughts and passions? And “every movement of our heart”... are they pure and pleasing? *** So, may the words of my mouth, my meditation-thoughts, and every movement of my heart be always pure and pleasing, acceptable before Your eyes, my only Redeemer, my Protector-God. ~Psalm 19:14 TPT

You’re my place of quiet retreat; I wait for your Word to renew me. ~Psalm 119:114 MSG

We don't yet see things clearly. We're squinting in a fog, peering through a mist. But it won't be long before the weather clears and the sun shines bright! We'll see it all then, see it all as clearly as God sees us, knowing him directly just as he knows us! But for right now, until that completeness, we have three things to do to lead us toward that consummation: Trust steadily in God, hope unswervingly, love extravagantly. And the best of the three is love. (1 Corinthians 13:12, 13 MSG)

Scripture knows no boundaries. Regardless of sex or race or age - The Word of God rescues and restores ALL. There is no problem you can't overcome with the Power of His Holy Spirit and the Promises in His Word. Let His Truths Transform your life. #LiveRestored Before time itself was measured, the Voice was speaking. The Voice was and is God. ~John 1:1 THE VOICE In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God;~John 1:1 YLT

Hurting others is the only rights we should give up ... Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers over all wrongs. Proverbs 10:12 Forgiveness is surrendering my right to hurt you for hurting me. --Archibald Hart Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. 1 Corinthians 13:7 (NLT)

If you haven't had a need met yet, ask yourself... Would God view this as a true need? He may be delaying until a more appropriate time. Trust God's wisdom rather than doubting His goodness. If we have a genuine need and bring it to the Lord, He will surely meet it. After all, what could He possibly deny us after giving us Jesus. He who did not withhold or spare [even] His own Son but gave Him up for us all, will He not also with Him freely and graciously give us all [other] things? ~Romans 8:32 AMP

Just as you’ll never understand the mystery of life forming in a pregnant woman, So you’ll never understand the mystery at work in all that God does. - Ecclesiastes 11:5 MSG

Make it your most earnest pursuit to go deeper with God today. Lift your soul (your mind, will, and emotions)up to Him and listen for His direction. It’s into the “deeper things” we must learn to go. Let the story of your mercy come to me in the morning, for my hope is in you: give me knowledge of the way in which I am to go; for my soul is lifted up to you. —Psalm 143:8 BBE

You are not God’s employee — You are His Co-Laborer! I assure you, most solemnly I tell you, if anyone steadfastly believes in Me, he will himself be able to do the things that I do; and he will do even greater things than these, because I go to the Father. —John 14:12 AMP I do not call you servants (slaves) any longer, for the servant does not know what his master is doing (working out). But I have called you My friends, because I have made known to you everything that I have heard from My Father. [I have revealed to you everything that I have learned from Him.] You have not chosen Me, but I have chosen you and I have appointed you [I have planted you], that you might go and bear fruit and keep on bearing, and that your fruit may be lasting [that it may remain, abide], so that whatever you ask the Father in My Name [as presenting all that I AM], He may give it to you. —John 15:15 - 16 AMP

I have had ENOUGH - means you've reached your tolerated level. That's ENOUGH - means you have reached an acceptable amount. But what really is Enough? ENOUGH - means adequate for the want or need; sufficient for the purpose or to satisfy desire: So why do we always throw in those doubt words..... Like: Coulda Shoulda Woulda Need to Hafta Outta Maybe Possibly Almost Why do we keep buying the lie that we are not worthy enough, smart enough, pretty enough, talented enough, loved enough, liked enough, old enough, young enough, have enough or do enough. Why can't ENOUGH just be ENOUGH No striving No wrestling No doubting No second guessing Just Simply Take God at His Word! You ARE adequate and sufficient for His purpose because He says you are. You Are Enough because He is ENOUGH —XXOO Michelle Bollom For His divine power has bestowed on us absolutely everything necessary for a dynamic spiritual life and godliness, through true and personal knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence. For by these He has bestowed on us His precious and magnificent promises of inexpressible value, so that by them you may escape from the immoral freedom that is in the world because of disreputable desire, and become sharers of the divine nature. ~ 2. Peter 1:3-4 AMP restoredministries.org

Let the peace of Christ keep you in tune with each other, in step with each other. None of this going off and doing your own thing. And cultivate thankfulness. Let the Word of Christ—the Message—have the run of the house. Give it plenty of room in your lives. Instruct and direct one another using good common sense. And sing, sing your hearts out to God! Let every detail in your lives—words, actions, whatever—be done in the name of the Master, Jesus, thanking God the Father every step of the way. Colossians 3:15-17 MSG

Let the Lord fight your battles! The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” —Exodus 14:14 NIV ~ XXOO Michelle Bollom RestoredMinistries.org

Peace is one of the most wonderful words in the Bible. It is a word that means wholeness, sound of mind, health and prosperity. It is what 3 John 2 spoke of – it is the prosperous soul. The one who keeps his or her focus on God is filled with peace.~ Bill Johnson Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in every way and [that your body] may keep well, even as [I know] your soul keeps well and prospers. (3 John 1:2 AMP)

Jesus looked hard at them and said, “No chance at all if you think you can pull it off yourself. Every chance in the world if you trust God to do it.” Matthew 19:26

So don’t lose the courage that you had in the past. Your courage will be rewarded richly. You must be patient. After you have done what God wants, you will get what he promised you. Hebrews 10:35-36 ERV

Be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides]. — Ephesians 6:10 AMP

So now every righteous requirement of the law can be fulfilled through the Anointed One living His life in us. And we are free to live, not according to our flesh, but by the dynamic power of the Holy Spirit! —Romans 8:4 TPT Only the flesh hinders the flow of God’s Blessings. Tap into the Dynamic Power of the Holy Spirit. ~XXOO Michelle Bollom RestoredMinistries.org

But instead we will remain strong and always sincere in our love as we express the truth. All our direction and ministries will flow from Christ and lead us deeper into him, the anointed Head of his body, the church. —Ephesians 4:15 TPT

The source of strife is found in an angry heart, for sin surrounds the life of a furious man. ~ Proverbs 29:22 TPT

“As for God, His way is blameless and perfect; The word of the Lord is tried and tested. He is a shield to all those who take refuge and trust in Him. —2 Samuel 22:31. Needing direction? Let go of your agenda and get in the Word! It’s tried and tested and the Lords way is perfect!

The Lord loves those whose hearts are holy, and He is the friend of those whose ways are pure. —Proverbs 22:11 TPT

1 John 4:16 - God is love - and he who abides in love abides in God and God in Him!

Do it with kindness & love - 1 Corinthians 16:14

It may look like you’re surrounded with issues and enemies and many unknowns right now ... but remember you are also surrounded by God! Get in the Word and stay in Worship! Soon the battles won’t seem so big anymore and some will actually fade or disappear! “The LORD shall fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.” Exodus 14:14 ~XXOO Michelle And if you need some music to get you started ... here’s a great one 👇🏻 https://youtu.be/vx6mfAgHDsY

So let’s keep focused on that goal, those of us who want everything God has for us. If any of you have something else in mind, something less than total commitment, God will clear your blurred vision—you’ll see it yet! Now that we’re on the right track, let’s stay on it. —Philippians 3:15 - 16 MSG

Matthew 7:7-8 - Ask Seek Knock and you will get what you ask, discover what you long for and doors will open! When You Feel as if you can’t - Know that God Can!

Be strong and of good courage, do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go! Joshua 1:9

God is spirit and those who worship Him must worship in spirit & truth! -John 4:24

Romans 8:37 - yet, in all these things - we are more than conquerors!

But the wisdom from above is always pure, filled with peace, considerate and teachable. It is filled with love and never displays prejudice or hypocrisy in any form and it always bears the beautiful harvest of righteousness! Good seeds of wisdom’s fruit will be planted with peaceful acts by those who cherish making peace. —James 3:17-18 TPT

Ephesians 5:27 we break down in the Dake’s Annotated Bible today!

1 Corinthians 3:16 - We are God’s temple - His spirit dwells in is and our flaws have been crucified with Him and that resurrection power lives in us too!

That’s what happens when you put God first! Proverbs 3:6 TLB

Proverbs 23:7 today tells us what we think is important - we all have heard “You are what you eat” but you are also what you think! Think good thoughts!

Isaiah 43:19 - God is about to do something new - it’s already begun!

1 John 4:12 - God’s love is perfected in us!

Job 23:10 when we are tested we shall come forth as Pure Gold! Embrace the refiners fire and get ready to shine!

James 1:5 says God will give wisdom generously without finding fault! Ask Him today for wisdom in areas you feel lacking.

Colossians 2:3 tells us in Him lies the hidden treasures of wisdom & knowledge .... what promise are you pursuing? There’s a promise for every problem! Seek and You shall find!

Mark 3:25 - what is your inner struggle? Where are you divided with others or even within yourself - let’s seek Unity! So we can stand strong.

Ephesians 3:20 tells us God’s power is able to do far beyond anything we can ask or imagine!

Hebrews 10:36-Today’s Bold Truth! Patient Adj. adjective 1. Capable of Bearing or enduring pain, difficulty, annoyance, provocation, misfortune, delay, hardship, etc., with fortitude and calmness and without complaint, anger, or the like 2. Tolerant; understanding. 3. Persevering; constant. 4. Capable of calmly awaiting an outcome or result; not hasty or impulsive. Endurance- n. Noun 1. The act, quality, or power of withstanding hardship, pain or stress. 2. The state or fact of persevering. 3. the ability or strength to continue or last, especially despite fatigue, stress, or other adverse conditions; stamina: lasting quality; Continuing existence; duration

1 Corinthians 15:58 - Nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless! Listen now to Check out the 3 commands that will bring victory!

2 Timothy 4:7 - Keep The Faith! if what we are 👀 👂 👄 doesn’t bring life - Shut it off and shut it down!

Psalm 18:1-2 tells us that The Lord is our Strength - Rock - Fortress- Deliverer - Buckler - Horn - High Tower and God!

Hebrews 13:6! The Message translation is my favorite. May we all be Fearless!

How to be abased and how to abound! Philippians 4:11-13 has 10 Great Lessons To Learn!

Isaiah 40:29 - it’s the attributes of God that are exercised continuously towards those in need.

We unpacked Luke 12:22-24 today in The Passion and the Dake Annotated KJV - We can Take No thought to things and never let the anxiety or worries enter our hearts. Jesus taught his disciples, saying, “Listen to me. Never let anxiety enter your hearts. Never worry about any of your needs, such as food or clothing. For your life is infinitely more than just food or the clothing you wear. Take the carefree birds as your example. Do you ever see them worry? They don’t grow their own food or put it in a storehouse for later. Yet God takes care of every one of them, feeding each of them from his love and goodness. Isn’t your life more precious to God than a bird? Be carefree in the care of God! Luke 12:22-24

1 Corinthians 16:14 - said to let these two things be our motivation in all we do ... and then I unpacked some more and found some other cool things! What is your motivation?

Let’s say no to our flesh and selfish ways so we can say yes to so much more! That’s Losing To Win! Mark 8:34-35

John 21:24-25 - the final verse in John - our closing remarks and statistics included

Jesus breathes upon the disciples - he blew with force his spirit unto them. May we too experience John 20:22 - and receive the Holy Ghost!

John 20:11-13 is when Mary Magdalene doesn’t recognize Jesus when He first appears to her.... do we too fail to recognize Jesus sometimes???

When it was finished - Jesus Gave Up The Ghost - John 19:30 - we also read about the other things that were finished too!

John 19:25-27 The women at the cross and the disciple that Jesus asked to care for his mother.

John 19:16-17 The Place Of The Skull - where Jesus was led to be crucified.

In John 19:10-11 the Jews have the greater sin here than Pilate because they willfully sinned against Jesus.

John 19:1-3 - Jesus took the most severe scourging for us.

That phrase describes something amazing! That is exactly what Jesus meant in John 18:36 - Not of this world!

John 18:28 tells us when Jesus was led unto the Hall of Judgement - but the Dake Annotated Bible tells us the other 10 times Jesus was led by others.

John 18:1-2 - Jesus took quiet retirement moments in the Garden .. where do you go to commune with God?

John 17:17 makes me think of the song by Sanctus Real - Sanctify me! Through the truth and the word ( which the word is truth) we are sanctified!

A wonderful prayer by Jesus - we should be lights and examples to the world and not be fearful of the evil in the world. Shine on! John 17:15

You can overcome because Christ has overcame the world!!! John 16:33

John 16:20-22 Secured Joy is ours!!!

John 16:12-13 - Sometimes they aren’t revealed because we can’t bear them yet - and the Holy Spirit thankfully is our buffer to help bear the hard things - so if God seems silent just trust and rest that he will reveal in His perfect timing.

Wow! Offense is easy to take on - but in John 16:1 Jesus says you should not be offended... we also share what the Greek work for offended is and what it mean.

Not a fun word but John 15:20 lets us know that the servant is not greater than the Lord so we will face persecution too.

This phrase usually means something not too great - but in John 15:14 - If you obey you are Friends with Jesus which is the ultimate Friends With Benefits!

John 15:7 is a great Bold Truth and the Dake Annotated Bible has some great footnotes for us!

John 15:3 - Now Ye Are Clean Through The Word!

Jesus is the True Vine! John 15:1-2

John 14:27 - True Peace - Lasting Peace!

John 14:26 is the believers new teacher and the reminder of truth!

John 14:18 - God will not leave us orphans - or comfortless

John 14:15-17 - Genuine Proof of Love we are given a comforter forever to be with us in the Holy Spirit!

John 14:12 and 21 reasons for Greater Works

John 14:6 - The Way The Truth The Life ....Christ is a 7 fold way!

What are you known for? Is it for love that you have for one another and for Jesus? John 13:34-35 is today’s Bold Truth

John 13:26-30 - shows us when Judas Submitted to Satan and betrayed Jesus

John 13:18 - Betrayal —- Jesus knew Judas would betray him

John 12:46-47 - shows us that Jesus came to save not judge ...

John 12:43 tells us many loved the praise of men more than the praise of God ... let’s not make that us

John 12:32 talks about being Jesus lifted up and drawing all men unto Him

John 12:27-29 today talks about Jesus’ prayer - and an audible voice from heaven

John 12:23-24 shows us how Jesus predicts and illustrates His death ... some great commentary today is included regarding this mystery!

John 12:12-15 shows Jesus’ Triumphal Entry as the people cried out Hosanna!

John 12:3-8 - excuse the hiccups as I shared the commentary ... we are using the Dake Annotated Bible in our Journey through the book of John.

John 53-54 show the 9th attempt to kill Jesus

John 11:41-46 shows us Jesus’s prayer ... His power and the result of a miracle!

John 11:33-36 - shows Jesus “groaned in his spirit” moved with indignation - but also shows us He wept - and had great compassion for others.

John 11:2-6 - in Lazarus’ resurrection - we find out that Jesus was not neglecting him but waiting for the appointed time to demonstrate the greater love and power to them! All for the Glory of God!

John 10:25-30 - Plus today we share some great commentary from the Dake Annotated Reference Bible.

John 10:9-11 - Jesus is the Good Shepherd - He gives life to his sheep - Life More Abundantly!

John 10:5 - Know not the voice of strangers or even those we are familiar with - let’s Fine Tune our ears to hear from God

John 9:39-41 - Jesus answers the question of the Pharisees ... rejection of Jesus brings judgement - if men won’t have salvation they will finally be judged.

John 9:31 - May seem like God doesn’t but He does and we have some examples of this!

Jesus replies - Neither the son or the parents - in John 9:1-3 it was so God and His works would be made manifest in him.

John 8:36 - if you are made free by the Son - you are free indeed!

If ... today tells us the secret of freedom from sin sickness and curses ... John 8:31-32

John 8:23-24 - He is Eternal and the ever present One! above and not beneath - Not of this world! Hallelujah

John 8:12 - He that follows Jesus shall not walk in darkness!

Jesus forgave - He didn’t condemn her - he condemned the sin - but he told her to go and sin no more! John 8:10-11

Interesting history on these verses in John 8:3-7

John 7:43 - Sadly, the division is still happening today ...

John 7:28-29 - Jesus took up their argument and answers the Jews!

John 7:24 - Jesus tells them about judging not why he healed the man on the sabbath

John 7:16-19 - has some great commentary notes today!

Howbeit? No man spoke openly of Him for fear of the Jews? John 7:13

Jesus said “not yet” would he go when everyone else was heading to the feast - John 7:6-8

Some didn’t believe him and some would betray him ... could you still serve someone if you knew these 2 things? John 6:64-66

John 6:54-57 Believe and eat and drink of Jesus - it has great health benefits!

John 6:47 Jesus promises everlasting life when we believe in Him

John shows us many things about Jesus He is the Bread of Life , Light Of The World, Dior of the Sheep, Good Shepherd, resurrection and Life, the Way, Truth & Life and The True Vine!

Only developing a Heavenly Hunger and going straight to the Bread Of Life will we be fully satisfied - never hungry never thirsty for things that can’t fill or quench us! John 6:35

John 6:26-29 Seek God not for miracles or earthly food or blessings - Seek Him for Him - nothing else - Make sure your motives are right!

John 6:11-13 - there was more than enough and even the fragments were gathered and filled 12 baskets!

The Jews rejected Christ and made a covenant with the antichrist. John 5:43

The Hour is coming - all will hear His voice and those that know Him will have resurrection of life or resurrection of damnation!

John 5:24-25

John 5:19-20 The Son can’t do anything without the Father. The trinity is made to work in perfect union with each other.

Excuse time is over - it’s Time to Rise - John 5:8-9.

John 4:50 - the man believed and his son was healed! That is faith after all - we can go about our way in absolute assurance the work is done because God said it is!

In John 4:34 - Jesus says his meat is to do the will of the one that sent him and to finish his work. What is your meat??

John 4:23-24 - True Worship is done in Spirit & Truth!

John 4:10 - today’s Bold Truth had some interesting footnotes listing the Divine Gifts to Men and the 10 Gifts Of This Gospel - John.

Believeth Implies obedience and not only mental acceptance of a historical fact. John 3:36 is today’s Bold Truth

Everything comes from God! John 3:27

He promises it and delivered - Whosoever- there is no exception - all can be saved! John 3:15-16

John 2:24-25 shows us how Jesus himself had the gifts of knowledge and discerning of spirits when dealing with man! We should too!

John 2:11 tells us Jesus’ miracles manifested His glory and made his disciples believers - it’s still happening today!

The perfect verse for Thanksgiving - 1 Thessalonians 5:16. What are you Thankful for?

John 1:16-17 - of His fullness have all we received - and grace for grace! Grace & Truth came by Jesus Christ!

John 1:12 tells us the exousia- the delegates power - the power to become the Sons & Daughters of God!

In Him was life and the life was the light of men! (And women) and that light shines in the darkness and the darkness comprehended it not! John 1:4-5

Numbers 6:26 is a great promise that the Lord will lift you His countenance Upon you and give you peace!

Romans 12:2 is a classic - we are transformed when our minds are renewed!

Psalm 84:4 - breaking down the blessed to dwell ... and how that keeps us praising!

Suffers long and is kind! 1 Corinthians 13:4

Psalm 121:8 is one I pray over my self and my family - it’s a great bold truth but it’s also a promise that is a great prayer.

Recall His Goodness today and sing! Even if what you may be going through doesn’t feel very good. Change your perspective and see past those clouds today! Psalm 13:6

Hold On Pain Ends! Psalm 31:24 tells us to be of good courage and our heart will be strengthened when we hope in the Lord!

Job 22:28 - today’s bold truth is from my dream of my MIL Irene - this is the verse from Dorothy Astoria’s Name Book.

Psalm 63:5 tells us our soul can be satisfied as with a rich feast and that our mouths should praise with joyful lips!

Proverbs 21:30 tells us no wisdom understanding or advice can succeed against the Lord.

2 Peter 1:4 tells us because of the precious and great promises we get to become participants of The Divine Nature!

I didn’t think it would - I had a time that weeping endured long and hard and I clung to this Bold Truth that gave me hope and raw Faith - so I know Joy Comes!!!

Not only is this an amazing bold truth it’s a perfect prayer that we can pray to remove our heart of anything that’s not clean and to renew a right spirit within us. Psalm 51:10

Psalm 119:2 tells us how to be blessed!

Today’s is a Two-fer Bold Truth on Wisdom. Proverbs 2:7 &4:7

Psalm 37:4 - Take delight first - then the desires will follow! Come join us today 2pm CST on our November Your Healing Hour Live.

Let God Be Magnified!!!! Psalms 70:4 is today’s Bold Truth

Deuteronomy 5:33 tells us how to do that!

2 Corinthians 3:18 is Today’s Bold Truth!

Philippians 1:6 is Today’s Bold Truth- Don’t get discouraged - be confident of this very thing!

65:2, 65:24 & 66:19 - We wrap up our journey through the book of Isaiah in the Passion Translation.

Isaiah 64:5 - although it may not be understood by the commentary - we can understand that God goes out of his way to meet us with kindness.

Isaiah 63:15 says a day of prayer - it’s a cry for compassion - we have all been there ...

Isaiah 62:10

Isaiah 61:1-4 and 61:7-8 are today’s Bold Truths!

Isaiah 60:19-22 God will be your Glory!!!

Isaiah 60:15 - He will make you majestic forever! - a source of Joy for every generation

Isaiah 60:1 Yahweh’s Glory now streams from you! Be radiant!

Isaiah 59:16-19

Isaiah 58:11 - are you in a dry difficult place? Here is the promise of how to be refreshed and restored!

Isaiah 58:6-8 tells us the kind of fast God desires from us

Isaiah 57:19 not only offers Peace to those near and far but it promises healing of our deepest wounds!

Isaiah 56:5 Tells us how Favor will rest upon us and our lives forever

Isaiah 55:10-11 tells of God’s Mission Accomplished!

Today’s Bold Truth is a Bold And Big Promise! Isaiah 54:17!

Isaiah 54:15 Promises those that challenge you will go down in defeat!

Enlarge your tent! Isaiah 54:2-4

Shalom - nothing missing - nothing lacking! He endured so we could be made Completely Whole!

Isaiah 52:1 is a wonderful Bold Truth! Guard your eye and ear gates and put on your majestic strength today!

Who doesn’t want that! Isaiah 51:11 tells us that gladness and joy will overwhelm us and despair and depression will disappear.

Treasure His teaching in your heart and do not be troubled or fear those that insult you! Isaiah 51:7

Isaiah 51:3 - He will transform your wilderness into a Garden Of Bliss!

Isaiah 50:7 - you are empowered and will not be humiliated - set your face like flint! - Holy Determination!

Isaiah 50:4 tells us what Yahweh has equipped us with!

Isaiah 49:13 talks about God’s tenderness and compassion - we share some notes on what compassion means from the Hebrew word racham.

Isaiah 49:8 tells us of God’s Faithfulness

Isaiah 48:17 tells us how

Isaiah 47:4 - He is our Redeemer and so much more!

Isaiah 45:5-6 The one and only God - there is no other!

Isaiah 45:2 - not only level every obstacle - He will shatter bronze doors and slice through iron bars!

Isaiah 44:8 There is no other - I know not one than the Rock Of Shelter

Isaiah 43:25 - freely God does this because of who He is!

Isaiah 43:18-19 tells of God doing a new thing ... something so awesome it’s unheard of!

Isaiah 43:1-3 The Promise Of Restoration begins with a command to Listen!

Isaiah 42:16 tells us what God does for His Beloved Ones!

In Isaiah 42:7 Yahweh give us our mission!

Isaiah 42:3 promises that God NEVER crushes a broken heart nor disregards the weak and vulnerable

Isaiah 41:14 tells us about our special Redeemer

Do not fear - He is always near!!! Isaiah 41:10

Isaiah 41:4 - the first the unchanging and the one that will be there in the end too!

Isaiah 40:31 - When we wait on His Grace - He gives us Divine Strength

Isaiah 40:28 - today’s Bold Truth

Lift up your eyes to the sky and see for yourself ... today’s Bold Truth is Isaiah 40:26

Who does He consult to be enlightened? Isaiah 40:14

Isaiah 40:10 - Look! Here comes Lord Yahweh as a victorious warrior!

Isaiah 40:1-2 is Today’s Bold Truth

Isaiah 38 is Hezekiah’s poem and psalm thanking God for healing him. Our Bold Truth is 38:19-20 - Thank God - let Him be known and He is pleased to heal and save.

A Highway Of Holiness - The Sacred Way! And not even fools will lose their way. Isaiah 35:8

He comes to save with Divine Retribution! Be strong and never afraid. Isaiah 35:4-5

Isaiah 35:3 promises when discouraged you will be strengthened and when you feel defeated you will be energized!

Every dry and barren place will burst forth with abundant blossoms! Today’s Bold Truth is Isaiah 35:2

Isaiah 34:16-17 - Today’s Bold Truth!

ALL = nothing lacking - no one left out That’s Isaiah 33:24

In changing times He is our constant source of stability

The work and the result of righteousness is confidence Forever! Isaiah 32:17

Isaiah 32 is our Bold Truth Today

Isaiah 31:1-2 don’t let this Woe come to you!

Mowreh is Hebrew for Teacher and on today’s Bold Truth we add some commentary to what that refers to.

Let it God! God does! He takes away our shame. Isaiah 29:22

Isaiah 29:14 is today’s Bold Truth!

Isaiah 28:16 is today’s Bold Truth!

God himself is our crown - not human pride