Faith-Filled Friday It’s that time of year where life seems to be put on steroids, and we get
caught up doing versus being. Thanks for joining us for Faith-Filled Friday with Debra Dolce and Trench Classes United. Today’s Love Letter is a great reminder of where and how we can find that quality quiet place. ~Love Letter~ My warrior, I offer a resting place for you in My luxurious love. My directions take you to an oasis of peace near the quiet brook of bliss. Meditate on this wonderful promise. Close your eyes and be swept away by My love. Remember, the Apostle Paul said that he was caught up to the third heaven–whether in his body or out he could not tell. He was meditating on My love, My goodness. No matter what situation you find yourself in, you can always spend time meditating on Me, on My love, on My peace and let it guide you to that quiet brook of bliss. I desire all My children to learn how to live out of this place, defeating the chaos that tries to rob you of all that I offer to you. It's exciting for you to know I'm as close as your breath. Breathe Me in until you feel your whole being relaxed. That feeling of relaxing is Me taking the struggle that you've been carrying for so long. As you meditate on Me, the troubles and trials are put in their right perspective, and you are infused with my strength and my peace. Beloved, I desire you to be filled with My love and be fully equipped for life. ~DebraDolce
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Trench Truth Thankfulness The word “thank” and all its forms is in His Love Letters to us more than
365 times. I can’t help but think that’s one a day! In the toughest of times, God reminds us that while we may not necessarily be thankful for that circumstance, we can still practice being thankful while in the circumstance. As you gather with friends and family this Thanksgiving, may you reflect on a circumstance that you may not have been thankful for while going through it, but looking back, you can see His hand all over it that got you through it. Truthfully, Kim-Evinda Wednesday Word Dear Blog Reader,
Every time I read this poem which I wrote several years ago, I can’t help but smile. I pray it does the same for you while keeping your perspective thankful. Enjoy and, please, reach out and let me know your thoughts. Twas the night before Thanksgiving all through the house Every creature was stirring, including the mouse Everyone was working on all of the fixings The noise and smells were coming from the kitchen The children were busy with their tablets and toys Captured in their games, they made not a noise While the adults laughed and worked all collectively What a beautiful sight it was for any heart to see When all of a sudden there arose such a clatter Mom ran to the kitchen to see what was the matter She looked to the left and she looked to the right She couldn’t believe what was in plain sight There was broken glass from a favorite platter And at first glance, she knew it didn’t matter Everyone was frozen, waiting for her reaction But she didn’t give the devil that satisfaction The counters were a mess, preparations everywhere It looked as though a tornado had just gone thru there The turkey had flown from the platter to the floor The poor thing looked like it just couldn’t take no more The stove was a disaster waiting to happen full of pots and pans, handles overlapping The old mom would have immediately gotten on her broom And painted the atmosphere with a bit of doom and gloom But the new and improved mom was no longer that way For she had learned the true meaning of Thanksgiving Day She stared at each of them and the mess they surrounded Knowing her response would leave them astounded Now sons, now daughters, in-laws and friends like family Is this ever a sight for the eyes of my heart to see? More than the chaos, the mess on the floor The memories we’re making are worth so much more So grab a rag, and a dishtowel too Here’s one for each and every one of you Let’s work together in cleaning up this mess It will only take a few minutes or less Pick up the turkey, and we’ll wash him off We’ll stuff him but good and put him in the trough We’ll baste him all over, and get him ready to eat No one will ever know we stepped on his feet And when the morrow comes and we gather for the meal We’ll be able to discern what matters and what’s real Faith, family, friends, love and laughter Help to bring us all the happily ever after I looked to each of them with tears in my eyes And said something I had just realized Oh, why can’t it be Thanksgiving every day? Loving each other in a Christ-like way Patience, self-control, love and joy too Are there for the asking for each of you We don’t have to wait for a holiday to see That Christ’s greatest gift is that of family Thankful, Kim-Evinda Tuesday Trench Truth Life is sure happening all around us, right?! There are so many who are
struggling for various reasons. Whether it be financial struggles, health issues, losses of loved ones, we struggle to understand, Why is God allowing this? Yes, it’s true that all things go through His hand, but -- this is a big but -- He still holds us in His hand and is working it out for our good and His glory. Can I encourage you to take that leap of faith, rest in His hand and let Him do His work that you too may exclaim with praise, I may not be perfect, life’s not perfect but He’s got me in His hand and He’s perfecting me in the process. Truthfully, Kim-Evinda Monday Message Are you in or have you been in a situation that you didn’t see coming, or that you just
can’t understand? Thanks for joining us for Monday’s Message with Abigail Rice and Trench Classes United. Today’s message is a great reminder of comfort for those times where we just don’t get it and don’t want to. The enemy is walking around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may trick or deceive, but hold fast to the One who has the victory! Eyes watering Heart throbbing Hands as numb As the person I’ve become Because it’s easier to say he won With his lying tongue Than it is to get back up and fight for the millionth time This night This day This morning I pray That when you feel like you can no longer take this That you just can’t break this Remember you were created for this Soldier Daughter Mother With a heart full of love and a laugh like no other Your soul is on fire For it’s one true desire But the flesh It bites back With every enemy attack How to unpack? Or even fathom Or begin To feel like you have the upper hand? When no one is around that seems to understand How can you swallow that pill Not knowing who you are Or how to even feel? The confusion is real The delusion to heal But when His Word is your meal You lick the crumbs off the plate Hoping that this Is not just a momentary bliss and He reminds you of this “Nations will come to your light and kings to the brightness of your dawn” - (Isaiah 60:3) Darling, you must go on The cold winds may bite your face But this is not your fate To feel so small Like you can’t go on Darling you must remove the object of your lust Your desire to know and always be in control Is taking a toll As you get hit Blow after blow Remember and know I called you to this I will pull you out of this thick Let go of your grip and remember before all you were made for this… Abigail Faith-Filled Friday How many times do we not speak truth because of a fear of rejection or even confrontation?
Thanks for joining us for Faith-Filled Friday with Debra Dolce and Trench Classes United. Today’s Love Letter is a great reminder that as a Christ follower, we need to watch out for those going in the wrong direction, causing emotional wrecks and dividing His Church, and move toward them in love. ~Love Letter~ Watch over each other to make sure that no one misses the revelation of My grace. And make sure no one lives with a root of bitterness sprouting within them which will only cause trouble and poison the hearts of many. This is a good Word of instruction. It is important for you to surround yourself with people who love you and with whom you respect. Why? Because they will tell you the truth and if you are lacking in any of these areas. My Word reminds you that iron sharpens iron. This is so needed in My body right now. People don't want to say anything to anybody for fear of rejection. But when I show you something it's because I desire you to move on behalf of another. Bring situations that I show you to Me and intercede on behalf of others so that I may direct your path. Let Me direct you so your words will speak to the hearts of those that have grown cold, those who have forgotten of My grace. Yes, there are those that don't take instruction well. When you are confronted with this, spend time in prayer to get your direction in the way you should go. I have shown you such an example in Paul, who would bring out sins of bitterness, pride and selfish motives that were being overlooked or accepted. He expressed his desire for Me to save their soul. By looking out for one another, you cause healing not only in each other but also in the body. Beloved, know that speaking life is not just being passive but it's speaking the truth in love so that true repentance will come into the hearts of those you speak truth to. ~DebraDolce Thursday's Trench Truth In my SOS (Season of Singleness) I am learning just how progressively
sexual our culture is. Yes, today’s truth is about sex! Being single at any age is no easy feat, especially in an ever-growing progressively sexual culture. When I ask men (names anonymous) what they think the Bible says about sex, I’ve heard some astounding opinions and thoughts, from, well the Bible is outdated to, well, yeah, it says to save yourself for marriage, but you’ve already been married, so…” God, in His Sovereignty, confirmed thru a message within days of hearing these thoughts His why for creating sex and the how/why of sex:
Can I encourage you friend to not treat the Bible as irrelevant in such a relevant subject as your life as sex? Thoughtfully, Kim-Evinda Wednesday Word She had come back to the table to feast on His Word, eager to continue from where she
had left off. It’s that time of year where we will gather with family and friends to share a Thanksgiving feast. Today’s blog is a great reminder of cultivating thankfulness in the heart and life daily so we too can be counted as blessed. What would it look like to fill up at His table daily until we are full? She was ready to dive into the Beatitudes found in Matthew 5, but she didn’t get far. When she read a Biblical definition for the word bless-ed, (emphasis on the two syllables, versus blessed). Her heart was pierced with hope and conviction at the same time. Bless-ed: “The experience of hope and joy independent of outward circumstances.” “How does one get there,” she wondered aloud. She felt a stirring to continue reading, knowing that He would provide the answer if she brought a willing heart to the table. Matthew 5:3: “Bless-ed are the poor in spirit…” she stopped. She knew from feeding her faith for all these years that He wasn’t talking about anything monetarily. She began to write what He was speaking to her with so few words: This has more meaning to me now; I used to think it had to do with the poor, the not-so lucky, but now I see so much more. It’s being willing to give when others would take; to love when others turn to hate. To not repay evil for evil. To stay in the process of healing is to be poor in spirit, trusting that He will right what’s been done wrong. This is the way to become part of the kingdom of heaven. She sat there, thankful for the relief from her ongoing anger and confusion from events in her life over the last three+ years. Feasting at His table is where she would find her rest and her growth all at the same time. Friend, can I encourage you in this upcoming busy season to feast at His table daily that you would be able to accomplish much without being stressed because you are blessed, and experience hope and joy independent of outward experiences. Love, Kim-Evinda Tuesday Trench Truth Have you ever tried to withdrawal from your bank account only to find out you didn’t have
the funds? I’m currently in a study called Pursuing More of Jesus by Anne Graham Lotz and wow, there are so many bullseye truths in it that cause me to want to pursue more of Him so I can be more like Him. The most recent was this truth about incompatibility, in other words, loving that unlovable. The incredibly simple truth is Jesus gives us the key that unlocks the mystery of HOW to be compatible with the incompatible: When my relationship with Jesus is the priority of my life, I am immersed in His love so I can love…even when they are unlovable. You can’t give what you’re not receiving. Can I encourage you today, immerse yourself in His love so you can extend love to the incompatible and be found compatible. Truthfully, Kim-Evinda Monday Message Have you ever watched a battlefield scene in a movie and found yourself
rooting for a certain character, or a certain group of characters? Thanks so much for joining us for Monday’s Message with Abigail Rice and Trench Classes United. Today’s poetic message I can just hear in a sort of rap song, reminds us that the mind is a battlefield but…When we look up and remember Who can lead us to victory, we can make our escape…safely. Messy heart Messy home Where is my abode? Where is my love? My light that once shone? I no longer know and I pray and I seek Trying to believe In that girl I used to be But no longer is she Dead and gone Sayonara So long For this isn’t a fairy song But a battle that rages on Tired For so long So tired So wrong Buried deep In the day to day Forgetting the reason I even pray Giving up Giving in To pockets of bliss Momentary sin As I tear down this temple of His No longer a place the Holy Spirit desires to live At least that’s what i tell myself As my mind races and spins From confusion To doubt To anger and shouts What is this even for or about? I give up I give in Down on my knees Praying again For something other than this cup I’ve been given and I look up at the full moon in the sky Shining bright no matter the hour of the night and wonder why? Phasing through every season and cycle of life It still shines Because it’s gift Is light Not power or might But simply to shine Reminding us all That our God is the God that holds time Nothing on this earth Of value or of worth Has ever been mine But given to me By the One True Vine For He is all power All glory All might Loving me still through This dark cloud covered nights “And I thought how [gloriously and honorably] I would set you among My children and give you a pleasant land, a goodly heritage, the most beautiful and best [inheritance] among all the nations! And I thought you would call Me My Father and would not turn away from Me…A voice is heard on the bare heights, the weeping and pleading of the sons of Israel, because they have perverted their ways, they have [eagerly] forgotten the Lord their God. Return, O faithless sons, [says the Lord, and] I will heal your faithlessness. [And they answer] Behold, we come to You, for You are the Lord our God.” - Jeremiah 3:19,21-22 |
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