The meaning of desperation: a state of despair, hopelessness, distress, anguish, pain, agony…

The word desperation appears only 4 times in the Bible…

I have never thought of myself as a desperate type... So, this word may give me a run for my money?? Growing up I was a passive soul… My mother used to say, “Lori would rather switch than fight?” But as I grew up, I realized that that was not necessarily the case… I just saved the battles for what I thought was worthy of me standing my ground… I only tolerated being bullied by life issues to a point…  Then somewhere deep inside I found the strength to climb the mountain before me.  

But then I began to ponder when I have ever felt desperate, and my mind traveled to a 5k race that I had entered… I remember getting ready by training… getting the correct gear… and waiting for the day with great anticipation… 

Finally, the day arrived… I had to check in at daybreak. They assigned me a number and pinned it on my shirt… I had entered the race alone… except for the other hundred or so people…  I wandered around taking in the moment and watching the other racers laughing, stretching, and lining up with hopes of being one of the top finishers. I will confess, I would be happy to just finish… 

The announcer began to call for all racers to make their way to the starting line… As we did, I now felt I was part of this sea of strangers… We gathered, took our stance as they said. on your mark, get set, and GO! I heard the gun and away we went…. As the race continued, some raced ahead with great speed, some fell to the back of the pack… I felt  I would be lucky if I were somewhere in the middle… 1 mile, 2 miles, as I ran past each mile marker my endurance seem to be fading but I was determined not to give up…  I passed mile marker 3, and then 4  ... My breathing became labored. My heart started pounding, and my legs were feeling weak… But my mind said keep going you are almost home….

As soon as that thought ran through my mind, I began to see the finish line on the distant horizon… I became ecstatic that I had made it this far… However, my body began to scream as I rounded the 4.5k mark, up and down hills, through grass, and even rain… I was desperate to finish… As the finish line came closer and closer, I began to call out every name I knew in Heaven, God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and my sister.  I knew at this point I needed heavenly help as I was desperate to finish… It was a beautiful moment and one that I will always remember as those heavenly souls helped me across the finish line that day. 

Now you are most likely wondering what this has to do with a Bible word study?? I can only share my thoughts… We are all in the race we call life… We are all getting ready for that big race day… Some are filling their spiritual bodies and training each day. Some may think I've got this no problem.. after all, I am in pretty good shape ??  Some may be weak and feel there is still time to ready themselves? But when we are called to the starting line… and hear the words... on your mark, we will gather… get set… we will take our stance… and then with a great powerful voice, you will hear the word Go…. The last gun will fire... 

I do believe we will all run with hope in our hearts that we did enough to make it home...  We will all feel that final tug of desperate anticipation… Some may struggle and desperately make the last attempt with their last dying breath. Some will keep running and try to slide into home plate. 

Me I want to prepare myself now, so I can finish strong and call out all the soul's names that helped me cross the finish line. I celebrate and say "I am here count me in." Because I will admit..... I am beyond...

Desperate to see His beautiful face…  

It's Him, It's always Him

In case you are curious I came in 5^th in my age group… I know in my heart it had to be Him… 

I pray you to start training today for the most amazing race you will ever enter... I hope to see you at the finish line. 

But when they were in their trouble and distress they turned to the Lord God of Israel, and [in desperation earnestly] sought Him, 2 Chronicles 15:4 

Desperation 

The meaning of desperation: a state of despair, hopelessness, distress, anguish, pain, agony…

The word desperation appears only 4 times in the Bible…

I have never thought of myself as a desperate type... So, this word may give me a run for my money?? Growing up I was a passive soul… My mother used to say, “Lori would rather switch than fight?” But as I grew up, I realized that that was not necessarily the case…  I just saved the battles for what I thought was worthy of me standing my ground… I only tolerated being bullied by life issues to a point…  Then somewhere deep inside I found the strength to climb the mountain before me.  

But then I began to ponder when I have ever felt desperate, and my mind traveled to a 5k race that I had entered… I remember getting ready by training… getting the correct gear… and waiting for the day with great anticipation… Finally, the day arrived… I had to arrive at daybreak and check-in… they assigned me a number and pinned it on my shirt… I had entered the race alone… except for the other hundred or so people…  I wandered around taking in the moment and watching the other racers laughing, stretching, and lining up with hopes of being one of the top finishers. I will confess, I would be happy to just finish… 

The announcer began to call for all racers to make their way to the starting line… As we did, I now felt I was part of the sea of people… We gathered, took our stance as they said. On your mark, get set, and GO! I heard the gun and away we went…. As the race continued, some raced ahead with great speed, some fell to the back of the pack… I was somewhere maybe in the middle… 1 mile, 2mile, as I ran past each mile maker my endurance seem to be fading but I could not give up… miles 3, and 4... My breathing became labored. My heart was pounding, and my legs were feeling the pain… But my heart and mind said keep going you are almost home…. 

As soon as that thought ran through my mind, I began to see the finish line on the distant horizon… I became ecstatic that I had made it this far… However, my body began to feel the 4.5k track I had been on… Uphills through grass, and even rain… I was desperate to finish… As the finish line became closer and closer, I began to call out every name I knew in Heaven, God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and my sister.  I knew at this point I needed heavenly help as I was desperate to finish… It was a beautiful moment and one that I will always remember as those heavenly souls helped me across the finish line that day. 

Now you are most likely wondering what does this has to do with a Bible word study?? I can only share my thoughts… We are all in the race we call life… We are all getting ready for that big race day… Some are filling their spiritual bodies and training each day. Some may think I think I am in good shape no problem??  Some may be weak and feel there is still time to ready themselves? But when all approach the starting line… and we hear on your mark, we will gather… get set… we will take a stand… and Go…. I do believe we will all run with hope in our hearts that we make it to the finish line… We will all feel desperation set in… Some may struggle and be desperate to make it into Heaven with their last dying breath. Some will keep running or even crawling to squeak in… Me I want to prepare myself now, so I can finish calling out all the soul's names that went before me. I am here count me in…  Because I will admit. I am beyond desperate to see His beautiful face…  

It's Him, It's always Him

In case you are curious I came in 5^th in my age group… I know in my heart it had to be Him… 

I pray you start training today for the most amazing race you will ever be a part of... I hope to see you at the finish line. 

But when they were in their trouble and distress they turned to the Lord God of Israel, and [in desperation earnestly] sought Him, 2 Chronicles 15:4 -

Why do You stand far away, O Lord? Why do You hide [Yourself, veiling Your eyes] in times of trouble? Psa 10:1 

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“If I know what love is, it is because of you.” – Herman Hesse

Meaning of crush: To press and bruise between two hard bodies; to squeeze, so as to force a thing out of its natural shape; to bruise by pressure.

Are we a broken and bruised society? Has life left us with scars? Has someone crushed your heart? or wounded your soul?? 

If you answered yes to at least one of the questions above that is a good thing...Now you might say a good thing? You're crazy! Who thinks of being crushed in any way as a good thing? I say it’s good because it makes us human... It makes us feel life...  I do feel when we are put under any type of pressure we are soulfully crushed to some degree.  

However, we must learn the life lesson set before us. I believe that being soulfully crushed can leave us better than we were before... I know you think. Impossible? 

So do not take my feelings to heart, together let’s discover what the Bible says??

The word “crush” wounded my heart as my mind wrestled with the thought of Jesus and how He was crushed for me and you!! His only crime was loving too much... 

His soul must have grieved so intensely as He prayed in the garden to our Heavenly Father. He knew the plan set before Him, but His hands were tied. He knew that He could not be released from the monumental commitment He had made. All of humanity depended on His sacrifice. He knew of the betrayal that would soon take place. He grieved not just for what was going to take place, but He must have grieved for the lost souls… The souls, that did not recognize who He truly was. The ones that His love could not reach … The hearts that He could not penetrate.  

I do believe the crushing of the body is severely painful. To think of what He must have felt. Must crush all believer’s hearts.  It was one of the most barbaric punishments a man of His time could endure. 

The pain and humiliation must have been off the charts. But the crushing of His soul by the betrayal of unbelievers is a wound that carried a pain far beyond our human understanding. It must have left scars on His heart that followed Him to eternity. It must still make Him sad… 

How did they not know Him? How did they not embrace Him… How did they did not love Him? How did they not protect Him and How did they not shout His message of LOVE…? 

History has proven there are many who over time have never let His love go. They pulled His love into their souls.  They have protected it. They felt His beauty, His warmth, His forgiveness, and grace… They have carried His torch of LOVE within their hearts to light the way for others.

I thank God for those brave souls that never gave up! For those that have dedicated their time to write His words. And I thank the Holy Spirit for teaching us and for showing us the way. 

The good news is our precious Savior will no longer feel the crushing of His Human existence. But I do feel He is still crushed by the unbelievers today. He gave Himself willingly to us all… He gave us His all… He did it for love…  So, let’s not let His act of LOVE go without learning the lesson He unfolded before our eyes. 

We must recognize the beauty in His pain. 

I do believe His sadness diminishes as each new follower is welcomed into His circle of LOVE… There must be beautiful music played and rejoicing that is felt across the Heavens… His mission is to save our souls has never been terminated. His circle of LOVE is never-ending… 

It's you. It's me… and It's for anyone that is searching for a LOVE that will change life as they know it … 

It's HIM!! It’s always been HIM… He gave us the gift of life for eternity… 

And I will admit to you. I have more than just a crush…I love Him more than the air I breathe. 

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” (Psalm 34:18).

Who his own self bare our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed. 1 Peter 2:24 KJV

But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him, and with his stripes, we are healed. Isaiah 53:5 KJV

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Jesus did not come to change God's mind about humanity. Jesus came to change the mind of humanity about God. -Richard Rohr... 

Meaning of come move or travel toward or into a place thought of as near or familiar to the speaker:

Oh, come on... another word? You ask, "Aren’t you tired yet?" 

Yes, I am so I am going to leave this word up to you to find out how many times the word “come” is in the Bible.

Because honestly speaking I am not tired, I am busy packing my bags. I am getting my house in order... When I hear our Saviors voice say  “come”. I do not want to delay not even for one second... But wait that should not even be a thought...We should be ready.

He is our hope in this troubled world... He has shared an incredible love with all of His children.  He has given me a desire in my heart to chase Him until my last dying breath... He truly is a heartfelt experience... He has made my heart sing and my soul dance to a new song... He has given me the gift of breathing new life into my once weary soul... He has freed me to be me. I can only wait with bated breath as I cling to His promise of a beautiful new existence for eternity... 

He takes my very breath away ... My heart has never felt a love so deep so beautifully complete ... I can only share that I know it fell from heaven and filled my soul ... and since that day I feel Him stirring emotions within my heart that were long forgotten.  (I Thank Him and know in my soul that I was His target and that I was not just a random hit and run.. ) lol 

It is all part of His Masterful plan.

I will admit I do not understand my journey totally... But I do know that this is one of the best four-letter words my spiritual ears will ever hear..... “Come” "Come" my beloved  !!! 

I am a work in progress and building my hope chest one heartfelt word at a time...  His heart is so full of love. His soul is so tender and warm... And His Mind is so vast... He is so wonderfully deep... So much to discover... So much love... 

He WOWs me!!

Him, it’s always Him

He is gently whispering "COME" my beloved ?? And I will be so bold and ask are you ready?

“Everyone whom the Father gives me will come to me, and the one who comes to me I will never send away.” John 6:37

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A sacrifice to be real must cost, must hurt, and must empty ourselves. Give yourself fully to god. He will use you to accomplish great things on the condition that you believe much more in His love than in your weakness. Mother Teresa

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Meaning of sacrifice an act of offering to a deity something precious especially: the killing of a victim on an altar. Something offered in sacrifice. Destruction or surrender of something for the sake of something else. Something given up or lost.

The word sacrifice seems to appear 218 times in the KJV of the Bible.

Are you ready? Are you ready to sacrifice just a few minutes of your precious time to dive into this heartfelt word with me today??

I do believe a sacrifice is an unselfish act, of giving of oneself not out of our surplus but out of our need… There are so many other things we could be doing today instead of studying the Bible, His Word, or chasing His love… But you are here not for me or you, but we are here for Him. He does see our hearts, He knows our every thought.  

The time we share with Him is so small in comparison to the gift He continues to give.

I can only share that the word sacrifice does wound my heart… Because it takes me back to a time when life seemed to be simple, but even then, man suffered as many issues as then, as we do today… Things have not changed that much. However, I am afraid we have not learned the lessons that God so graphically pointed out to us so long ago… It’s that moment when His precious Son Jesus hung suffering on the cross in His full glory for all men to witness?? It was such a pivotal moment in time. 

It was where His beautiful healing love poured out for all His children. But the hate among men seemed to be greater in the world than the love He shared.  

Sadly, it seems many still have not stopped to think.  Are we too busy to sacrifice a little time? Too involved with things of this world to realize the long-term implications of complacency. Too self-absorbed to truly see the bigger picture. 

The word sacrifice goes much deeper… it is an amazing gift from an unselfish beautiful heart… To touch the heart of other humans is a gift of love. When we give from our need and not our surplus it’s a feeling of love that overcomes us and can be felt deep within our soul…

However, when I think what do I have to give God?? He has given so much?? What can I place on this spiritual altar of my life?? I only have one thing… One thing He craves… One thing He has been relentlessly chasing … It's my …. Heart.  

It’s our love… I ask do we make the time? Can we be unselfish with Him.. Can we make a commitment to sacrifice a little bit of ourselves each day?

I can only say it’s a process… This commitment can cause pain, you may deal with doubters and haters. You may lose people you love. However, the beauty of God’s LOVE outweighs anything this troubled world has to offer. 

We must take the time, to learn the lesson of God’s eternal love… He did not only pour it out on that sacrificial day. It’s still being poured out to His children all over the world. His love cannot be stopped by man no matter how hard they may try… It’s a love that is so hard to put into words... You can just feel Him in the very depths of your soul and your heart whispers…

It's Him, It's always been Him!!! HE WOWS me… 

Again, thank you for sacrificing your precious time with me today… Sharing His love blesses my soul… I pray that you feel Him too. 

Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God. Hebrew 13:16 ESV

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 ESV 

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Our life cycle has many seasons as well... Many are engrained in our Human existence as we travel in our daily lives... Birth, Teen, Adulthood, I do believe Adulthood has the most changes. Young Adult,  Mature Adult.. and one we have labeled Senior.  Which I think should be called a well-seasoned adult. Their life experiences can teach us many things... If we would just take the time to listen to their stories. They can add so much flavor to our lives. They have traveled where many have yet to explore.

So where and how does the the word affect our spiritual seasons? 

Let's explore the subject of seasons just a little deeper ... 

Come, join me as I travel back in time. And I open my heart and share a word from our Bible word study and meditation. I have fused them together to create a self-narrated story called 

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My hope still is to leave the world a bit better than when I got here. Jim Henson

Meaning of Foster: To encourage or promote the development of (something, typically something regarded as good). to cherish (a plan, hope, etc.) in one's mind.

The word foster is referred to approximately 6 times in the Bible.  

When I started my discovery of this word, I found that the word Foster is typically paired with the word child. I am not sure where this word will lead me, but I know our Heavenly Father has a plan... The word seemed to make its way into my thoughts while I was driving… How does He do that??

While studying the meaning above I began to ask do I foster anything or anyone in the world… Do I take the time to encourage dormant souls? Am I a small part of developing a message that can help someone find hope? Do I cherish the one who gave me life? He is teaching me so many things about life and love. 

But do we share our hearts and love with others as He has asked? Has that word vulnerable made a home in our souls?? Do we foster goodwill toward all men? I cannot be the only one that wonders… Am I listening to my Heavenly Father's voice? Or am I out here flying solo?? Are we helping Him touch others in His name? Or do we do things to show the world we are Christians? Instead of helping without praises. He knows our hearts… and our every thought.  

“Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 6 

I know we all think He is omni everything and can do it all… 

But since the beginning of time, He engaged man, in His master plan because of love not because of need. He wants to foster relationships with His children… These relationships cannot be formed in a vacuum it takes two loving souls. I invite you to ponder these thoughts and see where He leads you... I can only speak for myself.

I asked Him to be a part of my life three years ago… And I have been building a relationship one brick at a time, with one of the most incredible souls I have ever encountered. Every day is such an amazing adventure… However, I am afraid I have only begun to scratch the surface… He is so beyond our human comprehension...

But the one thing I am sure of is, He gave me a message of love to share… I can only pray that these words I have written penetrate your soul… 

If I sound zealous in my delivery it is because I have felt His great love stirring within my heart.  There is nothing that compares. He placed a burning desire within me to share His great love… I personally want anyone that reads this or hears His voice to receive His amazing gift… 

So, open your heart and invite Him in… And wait... He will take you in His loving arms and He will help you build your relationship one brick at a time… And your life will never be the same. 

He WOWs me

It's Him, It's always Him.

But those who embraced him and took hold of his name^., he gave authority to become the children of God! John 1:12

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“I will love the light for it shows me the way, yet I will endure the darkness because it shows me the stars.” –Og Mandino

“The Lord will conquer your enemies when they attack you. They will attack you from one direction, but they will scatter from you in seven! Deuteronomy 28:7 

Meaning of attack: an aggressive and violent action against a person or place: 
Take aggressive action against (a place or enemy forces) with weapons or armed force, typically in a battle or war:

The word attack is in the Bible approximately 399 times... 

Is there a presence that creeps around and feeds on the darkness of this world?  This presence is just lingering waiting to attack when we are scared, vulnerable, and or lost??? Unfortunately too many can not escape from his devouring jaws...

I do not even utter his name!  He has no credence in my thoughts... He has no jurisdiction in my camp...  To even speak of him gives him some attention.. Something he does not deserve. 

I do witness his work in our world... And it makes me angry and sad...But I know in my heart better things are on the horizon... Because I trust in the power of the great and mighty Elohim... I believe with no doubt He can crush this no-name’s head beneath His powerful feet. 

I also believe in the power of the written word and there will be a time when a great battle between light and darkness will take place... We must ready ourselves. We must learn and understand the magnitude of what is to come... We must plug our soul into God's power source of life. We need to feel the very essence of Him beating within our hearts... 

I urge you do not succumb to the things of this world..  LISTEN to the sweet sound of our Masters's voice ... Place your eyes upon Him... He is arming His children with weapons to disarm any attack against His kingdom and our inheritance. He says stand fast. Stay strong ...He is building an army of believers. He will not bend - He will not break...He is the Chosen one!! Our warrior! Our King... 

It's He, that I feel living within my soul. My strength comes from Him and only His name will be carved upon my heart.  

There will be a day when every knee will bow... Every voice will sing in one accord... We will witness history being made.. or wait was this moment in time already prophesied? It seems that it was written in the heavens even before this monumental time was spoken into existence... 

Stand back and watch His majestic wonder unfold. His power, His grace, His Love leaves me speechless.  He is the total package!!! There is no one like Him anywhere!!! 

He is the light in the darkness.  He is our hope for a brighter world!!  

It’s Him, It has always been always Him.  The best day on earth will be when we can look to the heavens and say Hallelujah our King has arrived 🔥🔥🔥

"The LORD is my strength, my shield from every danger. I trust in him with all my heart.." Psalms 28:7

The LORD is a warrior; Yahweh is his name! Exodus 15:3 NLT

“That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”

Philippians 2:10-11 KJV

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