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A Vision from God

I am not a person who gets visions. I get messages from God sometimes, but not visions.. so I'm going to step out very tentatively here.

This morning I felt in my spirit, The whole earth is on sinking sand. There will be a great shaking of the richest and most heavily industrialized areas in the world. Those using God's creation for their own financial gain. I am seeing tall buildings crumbling and falling into the seas. Feeling Dubai in my spirit. I see drones watching the destruction from high up places.

This world's idea of wealth and its mis-use of what possesses them is not being taken lightly by God. The thickness of man's wallet holds no merit with Him. He is no respector of persons. In His eyes, we are all equal.

This world needs to wake up and realize that it's not about us. It's about God.. it's about others... God gave us eyes to focus outwards.. outside of ourselves.. yet we're turning inwards and have become an almost irreperably selfish society.

He is in the MIDST of everything

Jesus didn't say 'when/where three or more are gathered in my name in
my name, their prayers will be answered.' He didn't say they would be blessed. He didn't say they would get what their hearts desired.

He said He would be there.. in the midst of those gathered in prayer.

Sometimes, we don't get what we hope for; what we pray for... what we long for.. but, no matter what... Jesus is there.. right in the very midst of it all. In the midst of our angst, our pain, our sorrow. He is there.

~~ That's my two cents. You can keep the CHANGE ~~

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My Review of Unoffendable by Brant Hansen

Brant Hansen delves into the subject of offense with humility, candor, and, most importantly, a sense of humor.  His humor grabbed my attention from the very first page.

Again, I'm one who enjoys first person accounts of stories and Brant did not disappoint.  His transparency in this book is refreshing and enjoyable.  At times, I felt as though I were peering through someone else's eyes and looking into my own life.

Offense has always been a big issue for me in my life. It's one that I still struggle with.  'Unoffendable' helped me to realize that, not only am I far from being alone in this 'unhealthy spirit', but there is hope and that being rid of the spirit of offense is a goal that is absolutely attainable.

Unoffendable has Scripture quoted throughout with a very healthy dose of funny.  The humor made this read particularly enjoyable to me.  It allowed me to look at my own life through eyes tilted upwards in a squint rather than through eyes darkened beneath a furrowed brow.

I also enjoyed that Brant dove straight into the subject of offense and didn't beat around the bush.

This was a very enjoyable read.

I hope to see more of Brant's books in the future.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookLookBloggers.com <http://BookLookBloggers.com> book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 <http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html> : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

My Review of Divided: When the Head and Heart Don't Agree by Bill Delvaux

I honestly found this book a bit difficult to read in terms of, once again, having to be real with myself and pull off my masks.

I suppose, mostly because I was called out in many sections of it... forced to come face to face with myself, so to speak.  I guess that's a good thing.

I've been a Christian for over 20 years.  I find that, still, I have many moments where my head and my heart are at odds with each other when it comes to the things of God.  I try to delve into the Word.. to throw myself into His arms... and trust Him completely *that's what my heart wants* ... yet, I find myself tentative.. contemplative...afraid *this would be the response of my head*.

Reading this book caused me to do some real soul searching.  I found myself many time asking if getting to know and to trust God was truly what I wanted.  In some chapters, I was left with more questions than answers, but I felt strangely 'normal' as I continued to read.

This book consists of three parts:

#1.  Viewing the Divide: How it Began and What it Destroys.

#2.  Tackling the Divide:  Three Terrains to Navigate.

#3.  Closing the Divide:  What the Journey Feels Like.

I found the sections pretty self explanatory and an interesting read.

This book is not a problem solver per se.  It is somewhat of a  'How To' on closing the gap between your mind and your heart.  It causes the reader to ask a lot of questions.

I had to be really honest with myself while reading this book.  I enjoyed it.  I'm not sure how much smaller the divide is between my head and my heart, but I hope, in time, it will be much smaller.  Reading this book gave me more motivation to forge ahead on my journey with my Savior.

I found 'Divided' to be an easy and pleasant read. I would recommend it if you find that there is a chasm between your own heart and head.


Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookLookBloggers.com <http://BookLookBloggers.com> book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 <http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html> : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Just my two cents

If you have no expectations of people, I can guarantee you that your expectations will always be met.

~~ Just my two cents ~~

Just my two cents

May the bad words spoken about you behind your back serve as a propeller to advance you to a better life than you could ever imagine.

~~ Just my two cents ~~

Just my two cents

This world is full of fans and vacuums.

Be a fan.

~~ Just my two cents ~~

The Fragrance of the Lord

Have you ever been in an elevator or another confined space with someone who's wearing too much perfume/cologne?  You know what I'm talking about... the stench is so strong, you're ready and willing to hit every single button on that elevator just to be able to get out sooner and be able to breathe again.


God isn't like that.  He's like a perfume with a sweet, subtle fragrance.  It's soft and gentle; not overpowering.  It lingers in the air just enough so that you know without a doubt that He's there.  He isn't overwhelming or overpowering.  HE doesn't make you want to run.  He makes you want to press in closer and enjoy His fragrance.

~~ Just my two cents ~~

My Review of Make It Happen: Surrender Your Fear. Take the Leap. Live On purpose by Lara Casey

I almost always choose to read books that apply to my current life situation.

Right now.. I'm feeling 'stuck'.  Like life isn't really moving.. at all.. in any direction.

That's why, I believe, I was drawn to this book, Make It Happen, by Lara Casey.

I had a bit of a hard time getting in to this book, to be honest.  It was refreshing to read the author's personal accounts and her journey, but something just 'wasn't happening' for me.

I put the book down for a while and left it alone until I felt I was in a better, more motivated, state of mind.  It wasn't a mistake to do that.

I enjoyed this book very much.  I enjoyed reading, as I mentioned, about the author's personal journey and experiences.  Especially the fact that they so closely paralleled mine.  There's something very unnerving about feeling alone.. and like you're the only one who's going through certain experiences.  It's no fun.

I did not feel alone while reading this book.  I felt like what I'm going through right now, though difficult and discouraging, is normal.  That I WILL get through this.. with help and grace from God.. but that, most importantly, it is ME that makes it happen.. nobody else but me.

I also enjoyed the questions that we got to answer throughout the book.  It made the experience of reading this book more 'hands on' and involved.  I need to be involved.  It felt like more of an exercise and less of a 'task' reading this book by being able to participate directly in the pages.

I would recommend this book to anyone who feels like they're in a 'rut'.. or, like me, who didn't move in any direction because of fear... because of the notion that my past predicted my future.

I have learned to not wait, hope, or pray for things to come to me.. but to go ahead and make them happen.  Before a dream job became a job, it was first a dream.. right?

You picked up this book for a reason.  You won't regret reading it.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookLookBloggers.com <http://BookLookBloggers.com> book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 <http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html> : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”