Saturday was silent Saturday was sad, and Saturday was sobering But Saturday was also sacred Away from the commotion and calamity of the previous days… Alone with unlimited questions and gut-wrenching grief…. Agonizing over words both spoken and unspoken… His followers waited They waited in the quiet They waited in their questions They waited and … More Silent, Sacred Saturday
You are my best thought My highest hope My deepest peace My greatest joy You are the purest air— The place where I can breathe The place where I can see Clearly Yet sometimes My thoughts of You Drift, shift, and scatter Sometimes they disappear Before they are even fully formed Dancing away on the … More Forever
Jesus, You’re worthy of it all You’re worthy of the journey You’re worthy of every step… -Whether in faith or fear -In clarity or confusion -In plenty or in lack -In fullness or, even, in nothingness It’s easy to say He is worthy of your best, but is He worthy of the struggle? It’s easy … More Worthy of it All?
It’s Friday …but Sunday’s coming. Years ago, when I first heard these words (and a message built around them), it was powerful and memorable. The truth they represent is powerful and memorable to this day. This year, more than ever. Because this year has been a year like no other. On Friday, all seemed lost. … More Sunday IS Coming
Son of God… Savior of the world Lord of all Creation Uncreated Unequaled Undefeated Holy and Majestic The only One found worthy Son of Man… Divinity wrapped in flesh Fully man yet no less God Touchable Knowable Relatable Tempted in every way Yet without sin The mystery and majesty of the incarnation. Beyond our comprehension, … More Our Immanuel
The invitation was quiet. It was so quiet I could have easily missed it. I walked downstairs for coffee and intended to take it back upstairs to my little prayer corner—a frequent morning routine. But there, standing in the middle of my kitchen, I felt a faint but distinct shift in the atmosphere. I stood … More Quiet Invitations
When it comes to God, no really isn’t in my vocabulary. Besides pretty much giving Him a blanket yes before I know the question, there have been many very specific yeses, in regard to very specific invitations. Usually, the invitation seemed weighty and came with a specific assignment. Usually, there were many confirming words, much … More Every Yes Matters
I used to pray big prayers. The “I’ll do anything, give up everything, go anywhere” type of prayers. The “I must decrease, You must increase” type of prayers. I meant them. Because I did, Jesus answered. But He answered in a surprising way. He answered by alluring me … Straight into the wilderness. To a … More Full Circle
In case you hadn’t noticed, the role of prophetic ministry in the western church is going through a bit of a shake up. With good reason! There are all kinds of voices out there, saying all kinds of things. Some are from God, some almost certainly are not. But how do we know what’s what? … More The Testimony of Jesus
“This isn’t your tomb, it’s your cocoon.” I’m not sure where I first read this quote, but when I saw it again recently, it hit my heart immediately. Here’s to hoping it is true. Things have been weird for a very long time. The pandemic and our corporate lockdown didn’t start any of it—at least … More In the Dark…
Many years ago, I had a transformational encounter with Jesus. One of the analogies I made at the time was that I felt as though I had gone from the black and white beginning scenes of The Wizard of Oz to the full vibrant technicolor the film shifts into once Dorothy lands in Oz. No, … More Adding Color
“We look away from the natural realm and we fasten our gaze onto Jesus who birthed faith within us and who leads us forward into faith’s perfection.” -Hebrews 11:2 TPT Yesterday, I heard the Lord whisper to my heart: Fix your eyes on Me. That has been such a key for me in staying focused … More Fix Your Eyes
“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.” – Psalm 23:5 Come to the table. Come to the table of communion. The table of divine union. The table of redemption … of restoration … and of remembrance. Come to the table. Come to the table and remember. Remember My broken body. … More Come to the Table
“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” In the shadow of the Almighty … I am covered. Surrounded. Secure. Safe…so very very safe. It’s dark, but the darkness is not in me. I can’t see what He’s doing, but it’s not because He is far … More In the Shadow
“‘Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,’ Says the LORD of hosts.” -Zechariah 4:6 I’m so glad it’s not all up to me. If it was, trust me, we’d pretty much all be doomed. I’m actually really grateful it’s not all up to you, either. I know some pretty great humans, but … More Not By Might…
“He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul.” – Psalm 23:2-3a NKJV Psalm 23 is likely the most beloved Psalm of all-time. The Psalm’s beautiful imagery has brought comfort to millions throughout the ages. Never have its tender promises been more relevant and … More He Restores My Soul
“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 NIV I’ve been feeling tired. It … More Come to Me
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” -John 14:27 Peace Shalom Breathe Be still Listen And remember… He is with you He is for you He is good He is … More Perfect Peace
I’m doing something a little different today. Yesterday, the Lord brought Luke 5:4-6 to mind. When He did, I remembered this piece I wrote nearly seven years ago. Rather than write something new, I felt prompted to repost this, because I think we are definitely in the season of going out where it is deeper … More Into the Deep
“So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.” -Hebrews 10:35-36 NIV “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” -1Thessalonians 5:16-18 … More Enduring Confidence
Cindy Powell 