Jennifer Parker
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From Rolls of Thunder to a Gentle Whisper
The LORD merely spoke, and the heavens were created. He breathed the word, and all the stars were born. For when He spoke, the world began! It appeared at His command. Psalm 33:6,9 (NLT) Qol Yahweh, Hebrew for the Voice… Continue reading
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God’s Compassion in the ‘Not yet’
Yet the LORD longs to be gracious to you; therefore he will rise up to show you compassion. For the LORD is a God of justice. Blessed are all who wait for him! Isaiah 30:18 (NIV) Compassion is defined as… Continue reading
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Oh, What a Love!
Whenever I post something new, it isn’t because I just come up with words that I think sound good. It’s because God has laid something on my heart. I will be reading His Word and a verse or phrase or… Continue reading
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Wasted Gifts
“You were the model of perfection, full of wisdom and exquisite in beauty; Your heart was filled with pride because of all your beauty. Your wisdom was corrupted by your love of splendor.” Ezekiel 28:12, 17 (NLT) Have you ever… Continue reading
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What’s in your cup?
Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; you make my lot secure. Psalm 16:5 (NIV) Last Sunday, our pastor, Brother Sammy, preached a sermon about the “Cup of Gethsemane”. Most of us have probably read or heard the well-known verse… Continue reading
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Jesus, wait, don’t pass me by!
Seeing the disciples straining at the oars, because the wind was against them, at about the fourth watch of the night (3:00-6:00 a.m.) He came to them, walking on the sea. And [acted as if] He intended to pass by… Continue reading
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Splashing In The Mud Puddle
“But my people are not so reliable, for they have deserted me; They have stumbled off the ancient highways and walk in muddy paths.” Jeremiah 18:15 (NLT) Do you remember as a child, going outside after a big rain and… Continue reading
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Do all dogs really go to Heaven?
I’m sure there are many people who have never wondered such a thing, but for those of us who have pets that we love and have possibly lost, it’s something we consider. Our pets are not just animals to us,… Continue reading
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The Prize That Is Christ
All through the New Testament, the apostle Paul likens the Christian life to a race. I think this is a pretty accurate comparison in more ways than one. If you have ever competed in a race, you know there must… Continue reading
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Let The Race Begin…
Jennifer Parker, from Phil Campbell, Alabama, shares her journey of being led by God to start a blog, despite feeling unqualified and overwhelmed. Through signs and divine guidance, she overcomes doubt and chooses the domain name ‘Finish the Race’ based… Continue reading
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