“As delicate as a flower, as tender as rose petals, choosing to be tender and kind in a harsh environment is not weakness, it's courage.” ― Luffina Lourduraj

Lonely being without company: cut off from others: solitary

Loneliness is mentioned 6 times. However, alone is written about in the Bible over 300 instances.  

It is in our nature to crave that feeling of belonging. To feel that we are a part of something bigger than just ourselves. 

Lonely can manifest itself in many ways... Our family our friends or lack thereof can cause this void feeling in our souls. This can happen at any given time in our lives. 

Many life trials or experiences can leave us with our hearts feeling lonely... and searching for answers. It truly is a strange phenomenon to me how we can live a full life and still feel a lonely pull on our soul.  

I do believe if we have had a Divine spiritual experience we can find ourselves set apart.  Very few will truly understand. Many will not want to talk to you about the Divine presence that has caused such a depth of love in your soul. It becomes the norm to be preoccupied with chasing this amazing spiritual presence. 

He leaves you with a burning desire to share your heart with others.  But many will not relate nor will they understand. And as this walk with the Trinity continues.  You are viewed as overzealous.. over-excited or just a plain ole Jesus lover.  So many will avoid you, adding to the feeling of isolation.  

I question why is it ok to be zealous when speaking of sports, bands, movie stars, etc... But it’s not ok to speak with excitement about God, Jesus, or the Holy Spirit?? My question would be what makes you excited? And did they ever have a hand breathing life into your very existence? Is our excitement misdirected?  

I do find that as we move closer and closer to the Trinity the divide between our spiritual heart and society widens. But as this gap widens, we can find solace in resting in Their presence. We will find that Jesus has known this loneliness. Many shunned Him in this same way. So He comes to us fully knowing the heartbreak and the void we feel..  He offers us comfort and a love like no other. It's beyond human understanding. 

So whatever may cause you to feel that void or that loneliness in your soul.. Know you are never truly alone. He is with us always.. and forever!  Who else can make that commitment or promise? 

Only He can! So get excited! Get over zealous! And join souls that feel His love, it's a love that will leave you speechless. 

It’s Him, It’s always Him... 

And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age. Matthew 28:20b, NIV

“As for me, I will see Your face in righteousness; I shall be satisfied when I awake in Your likeness. Psalm 17:15

“See, I have inscribed you on the palms of My hands.” Isaiah Isaiah 49:16

#neveralone

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Bible Verses From KJV, Easy  / Sinners prayer 

Inspiring Music:  

Kari Jobe - I Am Not Alone (Live)

Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.”
 

Meaning of hymns a religious song or poem of praise to God. 

Originally modeled on the Book of Psalms and other poetic passages (commonly referred to as "canticles") in the Scriptures Christian hymns are generally directed as praise to the Christian God. Many refer to Jesus Christ either directly or indirectly.

Music has played such a significate role in my journey.  I became quite excited when I discovered Music living within the passages of the Bible and they all point to our Heavenly Loves. The Father, His Son and the Holy Spirit. 

As I researched this word and tried to understand what make a song a Hymn? I discovered there is a controversy around Hymns VS Worship music.. Some have defined hymns as singing about God, while newer worship songs are singing to God. However, that in itself is interchangeable depending who you are speaking with. 

Many studies have proven music can have benefits to our cardiovascular health. The potential benefits suggest that Music can directly trigger physiological changes that modulate blood pressure, heart rate and respiration.

So how did this happen?  How did man find this melodic way of speaking to our Father’s heart?  I am a firm believer.  It must have started with the beat of His loving heart. Every beat of the human heart represents His gift of life … Our very own body is a rhythmic beat planned by God.. From the heart beat to the blood that travels though our bodies making up our pulse… There is such a subtleness about His gift of music. We carry it wherever we go..

So I do believe in our quest to offer God gifts in exchange for His gift of Life and Love. Man attempted to give God gifts that would please our Creator. Many offerings were made.. But the very beat of their hearts and the pulse of life, created beats of life that were songs to God's ears… 

These very beats along with our prayer language merged into songs of adoration for our Creator.  It is my belief that when we sing songs of praise and worship He is well pleased. What an amazing way to celebrate life with the very one who breathed life into our existence. With the beat.. the beat of life and love and words from the heart… 

It's my opinion Hymns and Worship songs are very much the same.. Hymns seems to be a formal expression of love.. And Worship Songs are a Hymn style song that has evolved over time.. So I say it is up to the heart and soul that is communicating with our Heavenly Father, His Son and the Holy Spirit… Just feel His Heart BEAT and let the music play.

It’s Him, It’s always Him

Its Hymn.  FEEL IT! SING IT!  TELL HIM HOW YOU FEEL!!  

He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God;

Many will see and fear

And will trust in the Lord Psalm 40:3

And Mary said:“My soul exalts the Lord, And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior. Luke 1:46-55

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Bible Verses From KJV, Easy  / Sinners prayer 

Image Singer Song Writer - Julie Myers

Inspiring Music:  Beckah Shae - Heartbeat (Official Video)

Meaning of delicate easily broken or damaged; fragile. 

The word delicate is referenced in 62 verses in the Bible.

The word delicate came to mind as soft as a whisper. It penetrated my heart and lingered on my mind with a scent of love. It moved like a raindrop on a window pain.. it can be heard in a newborn baby's cry. 

Our skin can feel the delicate breeze against our skin. 

Our lives are a sweet delicate gift from our Heavenly Father.  

His romance moves our souls to bloom like a delicate flower. His voice can come as a faint whisper or a roaring thunder. He loves us so much He gave us His delicate baby boy. 

This beautiful life.. grew into an amazing man that has been loved and cherished by many. But there were those that scoffed and wounded His body and soul. He was such an amazing man that He continues to offer love and forgiveness to anyone who may have wounded His heart. He offers anyone who craves that delicate love, a beautiful relationship. He speaks to our delicate hearts words of love. 

His presence leaves that scent of love that can lift you to a higher realm of existence.  This love will penetrate your heart and linger for eternity.. He comes as soft and delicate as a breeze against our skin. Just one drop of His blood can move mountains.. He is delicate... in His touch but He is a mighty warrior. 

How does He know how to give us what we need? How is it that He can touch my heart so tenderly and fight your battle and yet see and hear that delicate baby’s cry all the same time? Who can be everything to everyone? How does He keep it straight?  I do know there is strength in numbers and when you combine the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit there is nothing that can not be accomplished.  Together They radiate a beautiful spiritual love that can boggle the mind. They are a force of power that can not be stopped.. 

I for one search for Them daily. As I meditated today I felt Their delicate whisper across my skin. My heart leapt as His presence was felt in my soul. We can see their mighty power as they work wonders in our lives. We just need to be open to receive this beautiful delicate gift of LOVE. We are will always be a delicate part of Him. 

It’s Him. it’s always Him

Revelation 21:1-27 

Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. 

"Sometimes I arrive just when God's ready to have someone click the shutter." - Ansel Adams..

Meaning of image, a representation of the external form of a person or thing in art.

There are 26 Bible verses about the word image.

As a photographer we capture images, we capture smiles, we capture life, we capture souls. We capture memories that will fade with time. There are many factors to take into consideration when taking that “memorable” shot.  We all have dreams and hopes of capturing that shot that will speak volumes with little to no explanation.  I will admit I have had many beautiful people that have blessed me by allowing me to capture their smiles and their images. 

However, in my present state of mind, my heart went here WHAT IF???  What if we could pick anyone on earth or in heaven to have a photo session with who would it be? 

I would have to choose Jesus. Indulge me, let's close our eyes and let's open our hearts to see Him.  No words will be needed. We would set the location and the subject. 

We would get to look deep into His kind eyes as we try to capture the catch light of such an amazing subject. There would be no background needed because His beauty would be captured with just His smile. His light alone would radiate and backfill the moment. You would feel His magnetic pull in your heart and would find the need to move in closer … You would get lost in the moment as you began to capture the essence of His wonderous soul… You would lock in your focus. Because everything else in the room would fade and become nonexistent… 

Then in a very slow deliberate movement, you hit the release button on the camera.  And at that split-second magical moment, you know you captured that once in a lifetime “image” because you can feel it in your heart! 

As the image of Him is now engraved in your heart. It’s an image that will not fade with time… It’s an image that will only deepen as you watch His light dance with your soul. It’s at that moment you realize and feel a LOVE that has captivated your heart and freed your soul… Your soul will never be the same. 

Its Him, Its always Him

As you travel on your journey it’s a moment in time that will haunt your mind and your heart. You will find that you will not be able to contain this love.  He has left you with an image and a moment that you will carry everywhere you roam. And you will have a deep desire to share Him with anyone that is searching to add brilliant colors to their otherwise black and white existence. He is the only answer. He is the only one that can satisfy our soul's desire.

See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so, we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Beloved, we are God's children now, and what we will have not yet appeared; but we know that when he appears, we shall be like him because we shall see him as he is. And everyone who thus hopes in him purifies himself as he is pure. 1 John 3:1-3

As for me, I shall behold your face in righteousness; when I awake, I shall be satisfied with your likeness. Psalm 17:15

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Bible Verses From KJV, Easy  /  Sinners prayer

Escucha Está Canción y Mira Lo Que Sucede En Ti 

“The horse, with beauty unsurpassed, strength immeasurable, and grace unlike any other, still 

remains humble enough to carry a man upon his back.” – Amber Senti 

Horses meaning: a large plant-eating domesticated mammal with solid hoofs and a flowing mane and tail, used for riding, racing, and to carry and pull loads.

There are approximately 103 verses in the Bible about Horses in the KJV version of the Bible.

Horses such an odd word to pick for a Bible word study. Well, let us see where this beautiful powerful animal will carry us.  They are magnificent animals and have been a part of our world since the beginning of time. 

When my spiritual eyes, brushed upon the pages of God’s word. It makes me think of our King and wonder why He came to us on a modest donkey? Why not the best, the most powerful majestic animal? A beautiful powerful horse? Instead, He entered our world as a humble King of peace. A donkey symbolizes arrival in peace, rather than as a war-waging King arriving on a horse.

Coming in peace and sharing His Love and heart was not accepted by the world. Only a few were drawn to Him by His loving kindness and underlying royalty. Others did not and do not understand the magnitude of who He truly was and is. They tried to stop His life by killing Him publicly so the world could see He had no power here on earth. BUT what they failed to realize, that it was only His earthy body that they stopped. 

His power. His Grace. His Love could not be held, it could not be stopped. It can not and will not be contained. He is ALIVE!! And the ones who persecuted Him back then have been gone for centuries and are nothing but a vague memory. 

I am afraid that when I look to our world today, many have not learned from our past mistakes. Many still do not realize who this Kingly presence in our lives truly is?? Many mock Him and His legacy and the very promises that He has given to all His children. 

But I believe His Children are hearing His whispers in their souls, they are feeling His heart beat.. and the pulse of His life is being felt today around the world. Many are seeing His words come alive in prophecies written by the very guidance of God's own breath. 

His children are looking towards the sky. They are looking to the day they see their King and look into their Father's loving eyes.. There will be no guessing of who He is when He arrives? His arrival date is not known… But God’s words tell us He will be arriving in full power and glory. On a white powerful horse… Ready for battle. A mighty warrior. 

We are on the cusps of witnessing history in the making and prophecies being fulfilled. Not just in our world but in all of the universe. (it may not be in our lifetime because I do not feel they operate in the same time zone we do lol)

For it is written, “As I live, says the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God. Romans 14:11

I do not need to see the warrior to bow or confess to God. I see the humble King of peace. I see a love that fills my soul. I see His kindness beyond our world. He is the King of my heart and I will bow to His presence today and always. I ask you, “Are you ready?” 

Its Him, It’s always Him!

If you have any doubt. Why would not you lean towards a greater LOVE for eternity? I truly feel it’s a no brainer. 

And I saw heaven opened and behold a white horse, and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness, he doth judge and make war. His eyes were as a flame of fire, and on his head were many crowns; and he had a name written, that no man knew, but he himself. And he was clothed with a vesture dipped in blood: and his name is called The Word of God. And the armies which were in heaven followed him upon white horses, clothed in fine linen, white and clean. Revelation 19-11-14  King James Version

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Inspiring Music: YouTube 

 Horse Tribute 4 - мαɢιc

Meaning of lost unable to find one's way; not knowing one's whereabouts.

The word lost is in the Bible 49 times.

Lost, have you ever felt lost?  Have you ever witnessed a child when they have lost sight of their parent and panic sets in… They are afraid, tears stream… cries can be heard!! I do believe we still can feel that panic and anxiety as adults. But as adults, we learn to internalize those emotions or just choose to suffer in silence.

The lost feeling can manifest within for many reasons. This life can be unpredictable and difficult at best. Each day a difficult hill to climb. But how do we cope? How do we hold on to a rope that seems to be unraveling?  Darkness and doubt can overcome our very existence.

Where do we turn, when our hearts are longing for relief? Where do we go when our souls are aching for answers?  It sometimes seems to hurt so bad we bleed. 

I am not a Dr. or even qualified to give medical or clinical advice. But I can share my heart. I have found a healer, a therapist, and a friend and a lover of our souls. That if you will open your heart and let His light in He will heal every scar. He will fill every void, He will bring a peace to your soul that you will have difficulty in understanding.  Where there once darkness, you will feel a warmth from the love that will glow from within.

There is no medical insurance needed, no copay, His heart is open 365 days a year rain or shine… I can’t recommend Him enough. 

So, how do you contact His office? Go to a quiet place. Close your eyes and call His name and wait on Him… Open the life manual He provided. It’s a best seller and holds a wealth of information…It’s called the Bible. Meditate on the words between the pages day and night.  The most important action is to chase Him with all you are worth. Never give up the rewards are endless… 

The only true cost is to LOVE Him… He will return love to you, far greater than you ever knew could exist. So, now I will ask you who in our troubled world could not use this type of LOVE.  

Its Him, It's Always Him!!

For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, for my hope is from him. He only is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken. Psalm 62:5-6 ESV

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. John 14:6 ESV

Therefore, whatever you have said in the dark shall be heard in the light, and what you have whispered in private rooms shall be proclaimed on the housetops. Luke 12:3 ESV 

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Bible Verses From KJV  / Sinner's Prayer

Inspiring Music Freya Ridings - Lost Without You

“Seek the spirituality of your soul.”  ― Lailah Gifty Akita

...Meaning of search an act of searching for someone or something:

The word search appears 86 Instances in the Bible. 

It seems in life we are all searching. Searching for what becomes the question ?? That new car. Is it the right model? The perfect color? Perhaps we are searching for that next ring to the ladder of success? That job where you will monetarily feel you have finally arrived! Or is it that perfect partner that will fill that void?? 

We are all guilty of searching to fill an unexplainable void in our souls... But when we are facing our own mortality is what we have been searching for truly important?  As they say, you can not take those things with you... 

Now when we reflect on the word search, what do you see? For me, the word search has a new meaning. I say God search my heart ... Have I truly focused on what is important? 

Did I search for love? Did I see what was standing before me? Did I search for my Heavenly Father? Did I search to know more about Him and His life? Did I search for His heart? Did I search for His attainable Love? Did I search for His touch? Did I search for His words? Did I search for His voice?  

Well, I feel I must be a late bloomer as they say. Because when I look back in my life I did not search for the most amazing gift.. until He whispered His love song into my soul. 

And it was at that moment that He placed a desire in my heart to search for Him. I will continue to search for Him until the day comes that I stand before Him and say search my heart .. go ahead because you will find you have filled it with a love that I can not explain nor understand.  

I just know it was you! 

It’s Him, It has always been Him.

He wows me. The chase is on... 

Canst thou by searching find out God? canst thou find out the Almighty unto perfection? Job 11:7

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Bible Verses From KJV  / Sinner's Prayer

Inspiring Music:

Search My Heart - Lifebreakthrough - New Time Gospel Hymn - Country Gospel Song

A self-narrated life-altering story inspired by a love far greater than one can describe. God whispered into my soul and said follow me. But the road had many questions, emotions, and events that brought me here to share my incredible story with you. 

My journey included many new and exciting things to explore. New LOVEs, New Music, New People, New Employment, New Travel, and Relationships being rebuilt and refreshed. 

I could see God's fingerprints at every turn. I now say, "I LIVE and LOVE in the WOW" so join me as I turn back time and share my story and heart with you. 

I do believe that he is not finished with me yet. And can't wait to see what the future may bring. This is an invitation to join me as we revisit many events that brought me to you. I do hope you listen and become a part of my journey. 

Wishing you a day of abundant love,

Lori 

“How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: ‘How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!’” Romans 10:14–15

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Bible Verses From KJV  / Sinner's Prayer

Inspiring Music

Nichole Nordeman - Sound Of Surviving (Official Lyric Video)

 “Your profession is not what brings home your paycheck. Your profession is what you were put on earth to do. With such passion and such intensity that it becomes spiritual in calling.” – Virgil

The word calling or call appears 189 times.

Meaning of calling: the loud cries or shouts of an animal or person: A strong urge toward a particular way of life or career; a vocation. 

Are we called or a chosen people? Do we have a choice? Or does our life have a predestined path at birth? Do we have an innate desire to be drawn into a spiritual relationship with our creator? I do believe we are all called by God in many different ways. But do we hear His voice? Do we pursue that intimate relationship?  

My journey always leads me to so many interesting questions to uncover. Many we may never know the true answer.  I can only speculate and wait on God to reveal them to me. Being called is an amazing gift. But the question becomes what do you do with this gift? 

You share. You share your heart. You share your soul .. You share this amazing gift of Him and His LOVE with anyone who will listen... Many have been blessed to be called by Him. And there lives will never be the same! It will be better than anyone can ever imagine. Because if you know someone that is sharing Him... It can only mean one thing. It means that He has shared His Heart His soul with them... and that is the most amazing gift anyone could ever hope for, pray for, or chase.... 

It’s Him, It’s always Him!! 

You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you. John 15:16 NIV 

“I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.” Philippians 3:14 NLT

To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be his holy people: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ Romans 1:7

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Bible Verses From KJV  / Sinner's Prayer

Inspiring Music: YouTube 

I AM THEY - Faithful God (Official Music Video)

 This is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent. John 17:3

..Privilege there are 52 verses about privilege in the Bible.

Meaning of the word Privilege:  a special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group: grant a privilege or privileges to:

It’s a privilege for me that you, my friend have allowed me to share my heart with you today. The word privilege seems to be making the rounds these days. There has been ownership and or fingers pointing to people of privilege. 

We have become a society of self ..  a society of hate .. a society of division and a society of privilege.  

Where and when did we stray away from God's plan? He teaches us we should not strive for the status of privilege among others. We should strive to love, we should strive to be humble, we should strive to show kindness.. we should strive for a genuine pure heart. 

If you can own these virtues and make them your own.  The biggest privilege awaits. It is the privilege of being called His, His child, His Love. 

We can only imagine the vastness, beauty, and privilege it will be to join His family and live in His Royal Kingdom for eternity.  

Now that my friend is what I consider to be a true privilege. All others are man-made shallow and fleeting moments in time. If we are not careful those shallow moments can stop us dead in our tracks and we may miss that important moment when he calls us home. 

It’s Him, It’s always Him. 

“To him who overcomes I will give the privilege of sitting down with Me on My throne, as I also have overcome and have sat down with My Father on His throne. Revelation 3:21

For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2: 8-9 

And Jesus cried out and said, “He who believes in Me, does not believe in Me but in Him who sent Me. He who sees Me sees the One who sent Me. I have come as Light into the world so that everyone who believes in Me will not remain in darkness. John 12 44-46

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Bible Verses From KJV  / Sinner's Prayer

Inspiring Music: YouTube

Laura Story - Till I Met You (Official Lyric Video)