“Examine your motives to make sure you're not showing off when you do your good deeds, only to be admired by others; otherwise, you will lose the reward of your heavenly Father. Matthew 6:1...

The meaning of impressed feeling or showing admiration or respect for someone or something.

We located 34 verses that point us to the word impress. 

What is the driving force to attain status, fame, and fortune? Why do many watch with envy in their hearts?  

We live in a world where status and beauty are sold on every media and corner known to man… 

So I ask, Why are we so impressed with things?  Beautiful homes, fast cars.. and looks? 

I have studied many who have achieved everything they thought would satisfy them mentally and spiritually… 

Many will agree they missed the true essence of life…  They were so busy gathering things … that life passed them by. 

Most will agree they are just “things”. Things that you will have no alternative but to leave behind on that faithful day that you are called home.  

“Things” are temporary… 

God gifted us life to teach us what is truly important. 

And the Love of earthly possessions did not make the top 5 in a dying man or woman’s list of importance.

So I challenge you to make a list what impresses you? I will share my list.. 

1.        Kindness 

2.        Compassion

3.        Commitment

4.        Forgiveness

5.        Understanding

6.        Gentleness

7.        Humility 

8.        Sharing

9.        Thoughtfulness

10.    And the one that is my heartfelt favorite is LOVE…

I occasionally witnessed these traits in some people.. . 🤔 But to tell you the truth some muddy up the gift with selfishness. 

God has shown me these beautiful traits on a consistent basis…  I stand in awe… I am indeed impressed by His miraculous and beautiful soul!!  He has the ability and the power to impress the masses with just a wave of His hand...But He humbly waits for each of us to acknowledge Him. He is gentle and kind in His approach… and He loves and forgives even the self-centered soul… 

He wows me… He is the greatest gift. There are no earthly possessions that can even compare… He has given us the freedom of choice… 

If you were told your life will end today… Would you be impressed with the choices you’ve made??? 

The richest love that we can ever receive awaits. 

My adoration and love for Him run deep… He is perfection at its finest… 

And I am a work in progress. 

 For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ. Galatians 1:10 

Let us rejoice and be glad and give him glory! For the wedding of the Lamb has come, and his bride has made herself ready. Fine linen, bright and clean, was given her to wear." (Fine linen stands for the righteous acts of God's holy people.) Revelation 19:7-8

Photography, Art & Written by Lori Garner 

Bible collaboration - Joann Turnbull
Sinners Prayer 

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Desperation Band - Amazed (Lyric Video)

Meaning of movement: a change or development.

We located 24 verses in the Bible that speak of movement. 

These words have been twirling in my head for weeks… 

Movement, revival, revolution.. what do they really mean?  As you know I have been on the most amazing spiritual journey. It’s almost been 5 years…I was told this quest to seek Him would temper with time! It would cool down…  I do believe if you are ever touched by Him your life will never be the same… 

In my journey, I have felt alone even when I have been in a room of like-minded souls… 

No matter how many gather, I believe it’s a personal walk with Him that many can understand. We can relate and have many similarities but each one of us is so special to Him. So we are treated according to our needs. We are loved according to how we allow Him to love us.. and our relationship with Him is according to how much of ourselves we are willing to surrender to Him.

When I see, the movement, the revivals, the revolutions..  or even the movies sharing Him… I stand in awe… because His love goes beyond what we can even fathom… 

Many Christians and Non-Christians have become judgmental. They throw stones at what they do not understand..  Instead of seeing the big picture unfolding before their eyes … they look for the small cracks to erode these beautiful moments. 

It’s Him… and as His children gather… we will show the world His love can not be hidden, it's a love that can not be stopped. He gave us this unique gift of life for a beautiful purpose. We are called His remnant… and He is ours, our first love.. our Savior, our King … 

I can only ask, do not be critical of what you may not understand. He is using many souls to tell His story. If it does not agree with what you deem as acceptable… 

Pray and step back and watch Him work… 

He has promised to come back. However, when? 

I can only imagine… and pray that I am ready when He calls.

Be still my Heart. 

It’s Him… It will always be Him 

Love never ends. As for prophecies, they will pass away; as for tongues, they will cease; as for knowledge, it will pass away.

1 Corinthians 13:8

Photography, Art & Written by Lori Garner 

Bible collaboration - Joann Turnbull
Sinners Prayer 

Anne Wilson - Living Water (Official Music Video)

Asbury College - LIVE

- The meaning of insanity: is extreme foolishness or irrationality.

It”s crazy that words you would think are not in the Bible are there pressed within its wisdom!! It was no different with the word insanity we found 23 verses! 

We are all a little judgmental when we view others.  If their behavior is not what we consider “normal”  we tend to think they are a little crazy or insane…

But I ask who placed the boundaries on what is “normal”?  Or what is “acceptable” in our circles of life? 

During my journey, I have seen and felt this judgmental spirit… To the point of questioning my own sanity and behavior. 

On the very first day of my spiritual encounter, things began to change… The mundane everyday existence that I had grown comfortable with began to unravel. Things became new and exciting and God's love began to teach me that there is MORE… 

And my thoughts shifted and my “normal” behavior began its spiritually enlightened journey and my once bound life took flight… Many thought that I had lost my mind… perhaps I would need medical advice? Mid-life crisis? But none of these was the correct diagnosis… 

I had been touched by God… And for that, there is NO cure… because there is no illness. 

Loving Him is our soul's purpose. (Matthew 22:40). I will admit He gave my life new meaning…. I grew closer to Him as others watched. Some judgmental souls became distant. But their curious hearts continued to watch me unfold from a distance. 

I gained so much more, more depth, more love, more understanding… He made my life richer, and my quest to know more about Him continues… He placed a hunger in my soul that cannot be contained. 

I believe this word came to me today as I watch what many people will view as insane behavior as it unfolds… on all social media. 

Asbury college has caught the spiritually enlightened bug of love from God. People are watching, some like me have this desire to go there and connect with the souls that have felt His stirring in their parched souls... Some will raise their hands and praise Elohim where they stand in unity.  Some will think these young souls have lost their minds… “insanity” is rampant at Asbury College. 

I am triple their age… and Had my own experience almost five years ago. I know first hand God shows no favoritism in color, race, age, or gender we are all His children. And He is calling all His beautiful souls…  But to the world, the ones who listen are seen as chosen… 

Are you listening?

We live in a world of judgment especially when we do not understand. 

I have lived in His love and have difficulty putting His amazing spiritual love into words… 

But if I am labeled as insane I know it's because of many people's lack of knowledge.. and I am ok with that. I would not change His gift of love for all the riches on earth. 

So as we watch our youth raise their hands and utter prayers with new and beautiful excitement. Don’t judge … fall on your knees,  listen…and find your purpose!! 

We were created to love! By the master of love, God Himself... (1 John 4:7-21)  It truly does not matter what others think.  

Yes, I admit I am crazy… crazy about Him… it will always be Him. 

He gave me the courage to stand up and be counted... as HIS.

He gets me more than anyone. He knows me better than I know myself… and yet He except me with all my flaws and promised to love me to the end of time. 

I am excited to witness His love touching our youth. They are our future … They will carry His name and His love for future generations.  They are all His legacy... 

Let’s raise our hands where we stand in unity for one day we will all be one people, under the one and only living God. 

Elohim…

What’s the definition of insanity again?

The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. Albert Einstein 

Who would not want to feel loved over and over again? Is that insane??  I say not. I pray, you agree… 

If we are “out of our mind,” as some say, it is for God . . .

- 2 Corinthians 5:13

And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. - Galatians 6:9

Photography, Art & Written by Lori Garner 

Bible collaboration - Joann Turnbull
Sinners Prayer 

I always say to be humble but firm. Humility and openness are the keys to success without compromising your beliefs." -George Hickenlooper

The meaning of humility is freedom from pride or arrogance: the quality or state of being humble.

We located 47 verses that speak to this word (humility). 

The journey of discovering this word can be a humbling experience.

These words were written on the web and they were heartfelt so I wanted to share them here.

“ Humility is a grace that attracts more grace. Pride closes the door to spiritual growth, but humility opens the door of your life to more of God's grace.”

And who among us can not use more of God’s amazing grace??? 

As we travel on the journey of life, it seems that there are more “self” people in our world than ever before!! So how can we shift the tides to a better loving world?? 

The example of how has been given to us many years ago… But it seems life got in our way and we changed our focus, and our minds felt it was superior and could conquer the world.. Egos became inflated with self-righteousness…  Turning out power-hungry thirsty souls.. Souls that have become disillusioned, exhausted, and are discovering the hardship of never being satisfied…  

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28 -30

It’s time!!! To regain our focus. It's time to let go of ego.. it’s time to fall on our knees. it’s time to humble ourselves and go to the gift given to us so long ago. It's time to put “self” aside and learn from the master. It's time to beautify our world even if it’s just one heart at a time. 

I don’t believe it’s too late. He is gathering hearts. He has a bigger plan. He is offering a perfect world to those who realize, what our souls have been chasing has been right in front of our eyes. 

It's Him! It's always been Him.

My beautiful Elohim. I am humbled by His presence! 

Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Colossians 3:12 

Photography, Art & Written by Lori Garner 

Bible collaboration - Joann Turnbull
Sinners Prayer 

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Lisa Marie Presley - Just a Dream (Lyrics)

Meaning of struggle: A struggle is a war, fight, conflict, or contest of any kind. 

As I struggle to know how should we study this word many thoughts came to my mind. 

I see so many people who are struggling with larger-than-life struggles. Then there are those that are so full of self that they struggle with such superficial things? Like what to wear to their next social event... Some struggle with how many likes they get on their social media post? I struggle with why? Why is that so important?  Have we missed the importance of life itself? 

Why does God love us so much? Why does He never give up? Why would He go through such pain for people that have become lost or have become too numb care? 

How do we explain this behavior to our children? After all, they look to us for guidance. We are their role models. 

How do we come to grips and free our hearts? How can we be the change... it is a struggle when our world seems so out of control??? 

Many of us watch the news and struggle with what to believe? 

I can only share my thoughts because I too struggle... However, when I have doubt I return to my higher power. He is not of this world!  He reigns supreme... He holds the keys to a beautiful peaceful existence beyond the craziness of our world. 

So, my struggle shifts to why? Why do so many turn away from God? Why did it take me so long to realize the true reason we exist? Why did I not know Him before now? If God has a plan why did He make life to be such a struggle? 

With time I have learned that He did not make life a struggle... He made life to love! And to be loved.  He came to earth with a purpose ... To teach us about life and how to love. 

Our Heavenly Father wants the best for His children... We are the ones that fell short... The human race let Him down. But the good news is He has never stopped loving each one of us. 

It’s our fault, We have been our own worst enemy. 

We have learned to live in the now! We have become singularly focused... Greed, power, and self have scared many hearts... We have detached ourselves from the true meaning of life and this isolation has kept us from loving without boundaries... Many have behaved selfishly.

Thoughts of many hoarding supplies danced in my head... 

How do we regain the gift of love? How do we turn to Him for guidance? How do we shift our focus from living in the now to seeking a beautiful future for eternity? I say... take whatever measures that are available to you to find Him... Pick up a Bible, Find a church, or simply get on your knees and ask Him to show you the way... 

He has never stopped loving you! You do not have to handle life’s struggle alone... He is our Creator, Our mentor, Our peace amidst any storm... Every question, every struggle... He is the only answer!!! 

It’s Him, It’s always Him... 

And yes, He had me at Hello.. 😍❤🔥

Little children, you are from God and have overcome them, for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world. 1John 4:4 

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33

Photography & Written by Lori Garner

Model/Fighter Gabriel Chacon

Sinners Prayer 

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KADOSH ATA (Joshua Aaron & Misha Goetz) Messianic Praise and Worship

 Triune Loves Me Art

“It is safe to tell the pure in heart that they shall see God, for only the pure in heart want to.” C.S. Lewis 

Meaning of division is a disagreement between two or more groups, typically producing tension or hostility.

"a growing sense of division. 

We located 44 verses about this ugly word ”division” 

When I look around in our troubled world there is more division than love!! 

How did things become so unbalanced... This discord seems to roll downhill. So many diverse opinions? beliefs, lifestyles? Not to mention politics, ethnic groups, and, religious beliefs??? 

How did we get so lost?? Where did the compassion and love go?. When did we become so preoccupied that our values eroded like sifting sand??? 

I have to ask...  What will Heaven be like?? Is this life a test?  If we can't get it right here? Will we even be invited?? 

We must work towards understanding, and acceptance of our differences. We need to build bridges instead of divisions... 

If we study the Man many claims to love perhaps we can learn how to love like Him before it's too late??? 

I pray that if you read this to the end, He softens your heart and that you feel a calling to make a difference in our world...  Shine His light so bright that the division will no longer be seen... Or even felt!!

I appeal to you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine you have been taught; avoid them. Romans 16:17

Photography, Art & Written by Lori Garner  

Inspiring Music: YouTube The Youngbloods - Get Together

The meaning of somewhere: some unspecified place.

The word somewhere is in the Bible 13 times. 

This word is so vague… can somewhere be found? Can we find this special location on our trusty GPS??  Or is it just beyond the horizon?? 

There are times when I pray that I have been whisked away to a faraway land. And it's there I find love and a feeling of peace that can not be described… 

Is this a spiritual location between heaven and earth?  I know it is somewhere my soul yearns to go … There is a force there that has captured my heart… It is there that I can hear and feel a His sweet whisper in the wind … 

When I am there the world as I know it grows dim. 

I can feel a warm light source that fills my soul as He patiently teaches me of the beauty that abounds while I am in His presence … 

Is it somewhere in another dimension of time and space? Or is this a glimpse of heaven? 

Perhaps it is just a tease of the love that awaits? 

My mind can not seem to rationalize where this somewhere is? 

 So it slowly surrenders to my heart and soul… 

Was this “somewhere” in time written by my Creator long before I was even born? 

How does He fill the hearts of so many? How does He provide such a unique meeting place for anyone that seeks Him…  I hear His home has many rooms? Now I know why… 

The somewhere is the GPS He placed in my heart… it’s personal, it’s intimate and it's a place that my heart longs for… It feels like home.

You see somewhere is not a physical location. 

It’s Him. It will always be Him. 

He is my somewhere, today, tomorrow until the end of time.

I call Him Elohim...  

My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. John 14:2-3 NIV

But one has somewhere testified: What is man that You remember him, or the son of man that You care for him? Hebrews 2:6

Photography, Art & Written by Lori Garner  

Inspiring Music: YouTube

Jewel  - Over The Rainbow https://youtu.be/G_V1Xg3A3_A

Mary’s Perfect LOVE

When a beautiful blessing caused heartbreak.  

As a mother how do you reconcile that your child carries the weight of the world on his shoulders? How can you deal with seeing the pain in your child's eyes? How do you stand at his feet and watch him take his last breath?  Witnessing this must have put a rip in her heart so deep she felt it was beyond repair... She must have suffered every wound, every tear, and every drop of blood that fell. The anguish must have been beyond comprehension.  She gave us such a precious piece of her life.. She gave us her beautiful son... She was just a child herself when he was born. But she trusted God to hold her hand through her life's trial. 

Even knowing how important his role is, the loss must have always haunted her soul.  She was left behind with all her human frailties to embrace and understand the magnitude of his life.  Only her son could deliver such an amazing gift of peace and healing to her heart. I am so grateful for her and her sacrifice.  

When you look for strength remember this story of a mother and child and their journey. It’s unconditional love at its finest.. It’s the most beautiful love story we will ever know... 

Today let’s remember Mary's sacrifice and her beautiful gift of LOVE.  

“And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.”

Luke 1:46-47 KJV

Photography, Art & Written by Lori Garner  

Inspiring Music: YouTube

Anne Wilson - Mary, Did You Know? (Official Audio)