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Category Archives: DEVOTIONS
God Speaks Of Perseverance
James 1:2-4 speaks about the importance and value of perseverance. We can learn from this little squirrel! I speak from personal experience, recovering from a brain tumor is not easy! Overcoming ANY adveristy is a challenge. However, we are given trials to bring about our refinement and sanctification. Endure and persevere for, like this squirrel … Continue reading
A Bible Study By Cheryl Zelenka
Hi! My second book will be available on Amazon the first week of February. It is called Divine Interruptions: A Bible Study Through The Book Of Job. I share my story recovering from a brain tumor and align it with the lessons in Job. Please send me your email if you would like to join … Continue reading
New Beginnings
We have many new beginnings. Every day is a fresh start! Some of us have faced incredible adversity only to recover, rise through the grace of God, and serve our Lord in a new and challenging way. Don’t let a brain tumor,illness or any adversity stop you! God will faithfully equip you to accomplish the … Continue reading
The Humility Of Our Savior’s Birth
“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:14 (NKJV) “And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. Then … Continue reading
New Seeds From God
A devotion by Cheryl Zelenka http://facingtrials.com “Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content” Philippians 4:11 (NKJV) “So likewise, whoever of you does not forsake all that he has cannot be My disciple.” Luke 14:33 (NKJV) “For I consider that the sufferings of this … Continue reading
What Is Contentment Spelled Backwards?
A devotion by Cheryl Zelenka “The happiest people don’t have the best of everything, they just make the best of everything.” Unknown “Now godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and clothing, with these we shall be … Continue reading
Life Is A Gift
“Place your plans in God’s hands!” Life is a gift. Make EACH DAY count!! Don’t be too comfortable in your routines. Rely on your Creator and let Him guide your steps. The will of God is to KNOW HIM. He wants to use your life to impact eternity. “Today or tomorrow we will go to … Continue reading
There is Beauty in Every Spiritual Season
“To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven” Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NKJV) Fall is a wonderful time for harvesting spiritual fruit. Yes, fruit now ripe and sweet in the eyes of God. Fruit grown from the seeds He sowed during your spiritual Springtime. Just as God created physical seasons on earth, there are also … Continue reading
How Does the Fruit of the Spirit Grow?
A short devotion by Cheryl Zelenka But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” Galatians 5:22-23 (NKJV) “GOODNESS and KINDNESS live in the hearts of those who have suffered greatly, as the wounded tend to learn compassion through their misery. GENTLENESS is born … Continue reading
How Often Do You Pray?
A short devotion by Cheryl Zelenka“Pray without ceasing” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NKJV) We make the mistake of calling out to God only when we are in despair, instead of talking to Him EVERY DAY. We need His help and guidance all the time, not just when tragedy strikes. Building a RELIANCE on God is a … Continue reading
Changing Seasons and an Unchanging God
“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 (NKJV) “For I am the Lord, I do not change; Therefore you are not consumed, O sons of Jacob.” Malachi 3:6 (NKJV) “When times are good, … Continue reading
Hope Shines In The Dark
“Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and work: You don’t give up.” ~Anne Lamott “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so … Continue reading
Doubts Are Shades Of Gray
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that … Continue reading
God Knows Your Frame
“For He knows our frame; He remembers that we are dust.” Psalm 103:14 (NKJV) “Blows that hurt cleanse away evil, as do stripes the inner depths of the heart.” Proverbs 20:30 (NKJV) When we are in the midst of a trial, it is easy to fall into self- pity. We may even find ourselves angry with … Continue reading
Is Your Name In The Book Of Life?
You may be rebelling and walking away from God right now …. but He never gives up on you. Maybe you are deceived, caught up in sin, or have yet to call Him Lord. However, He is faithful and longs to fellowship with ALL of His children. He wants you home with Him and won’t … Continue reading
Make Room! The Holy Spirit Wants To Fill You Up
“Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.” Romans 5:5 (NKJV) “And … Continue reading
Thankfully Use Each Day For God
“To be grateful is to recognize the love of God in everything He has given us — and He has given us everything. Every breath we draw is a gift of His love, every moment of existence is a grace, for it brings with it immense graces from Him.” – … Continue reading
Live Life Thankfully By Serving Others
“This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24 (NKJV) “But he who is greatest among you shall be your servant.” Matthew 23:11 (NKJV) Every new day that arrives is a blessing. It is a new beginning and a new start. Each new day is an opportunity to … Continue reading
Are You God’s Compassionate Watering Can?
“He has made His wonderful works to be remembered; the Lord is gracious and full of compassion. “ Psalm 111:4 (NKJV) “But as for me, when they were sick, my clothing was sackcloth; I humbled myself with fasting; and my prayer would return to my own heart. I paced about as though he were my … Continue reading
Practice Discernment!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xM5ILOsHLnw “Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.” 1 John 4:1 (NKJV) “Having a form of godliness but denying its power. And from such people turn away!” 2 Timothy 3:5 (NKJV) … Continue reading
Are You Much Afraid?
“The Lord God is my strength; He will make my feet like deer’s feet, and He will make me walk on my high hills.” Habakkuk 3:19 (NKJV) I love the book, Hinds Feet in High Places by Hannah Hurnard. I so identify with the main character, Much-Afraid. When facing past trials, I always fell prey to panic and … Continue reading
Are You Focused on the Good or the Bad?
“The Lord is good to all, and His tender mercies are over all His works.” Psalm 145:9 (NKJV) I have been blessed with many good things. I CHOOSE not to focus on the pains and sorrows. I will learn from them, but the blessings of God are wondrous. I know there are many more to … Continue reading
Why Are You Afraid?
I pray that these words will encourage you to trust in the POWER and the LOVE of GOD. Blessings to you, dear one! Cheryl . Continue reading
God Prunes Us With Love
“I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit.” John 15:1-2 (NKJV) Loving with action is not always easy. Love does not constantly take the form of … Continue reading
Faithful Are The Wounds Of A Friend
“Faithful are the wounds of a friend, but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.” Proverbs 27:6 (NKJV) “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” … Continue reading
You Must Choose–and the Time Is Right Now!
Originally posted on Lyn Leahz:
You do have a choice. Make it today…before it’s too late! Joshua 24:15 King James Version (KJV) And if it seems evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of…
Let God Drive!
“But our God is in heaven; He does whatever He pleases.” Psalm 115:3 (NKJV) “For this is God, Our God forever and ever; He will be our guide even to death.” Psalm 48:14 (NKJV) I have had to make a lot of decisions on my own. Never having been married, I had to learn … Continue reading
THE CALL TO REPENTANCE IS NOW!
Originally posted on Lyn Leahz:
When I shut up heaven and there is no rain or command the locusts to devour the land or send pestilence among My people if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves and pray And seek My face and turn from their wicked ways then I…
A Prayer: Take Their Hand, God!
Blessed Savior, I thank You for Your never-ending love. Today, I offer up a prayer for those in need of Your help. Bless them with words of encouragement and grant them strength. Please hold their hand and guide them. Let them feel Your presence. Walk with them throughout their day and grant each one the … Continue reading
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