Joyful Jenny Books / Ponder It Blog
Sharing words to ponder for young & old with joy!
The greatest gift of Christmas is not the presents, but rather the GIFT OF GOD'S PRESENCE. As the angel stated in Luke 2:10, this gift brings "NO FEAR," "GOOD NEWS," and "JOY" to all people. This gift is available to all who will receive Jesus. This is why we celebrate CHRISTmas. JESUS IS the reason... Continue Reading →
This is the passage Jesus quoted when He began his public ministry here on earth. Of all the scriptures He could have chosen, He picked this one to announce His mission (Luke 4:14-21). Jesus is... the Healer of Hearts Chainbreaker Freedom Maker Releaser of Captives Joy Giver This is the good news of the gospel.... Continue Reading →
In memoriam of a patriotic one - post Veterans Day Weekend. Yesterday, Sunday, November 13th, was my brother's birthday. He would have been 53 years old. I always thought it was fitting his birthday was so close to Veteran's Day, since he was such a patriotic one. Donald Lee "Donnie" Deason was born on November 13,... Continue Reading →
#aprayerforAmerica Dear Lord, forgive us for our pride and for doing what we think is right in our own eyes. We humble ourselves in repentance before You asking for Your forgiveness on behalf of ourselves, our families, and our nation. We ask You to turn the hearts, minds, and spirits of Your people to You... Continue Reading →
If you're claiming His name, then give Him the fame. All glory to you Lord our God and Maker. Make His name glorious. Praise His glorious name forever! Let the whole earth be filled with His glory. Amen and Amen! Psalm 72:19 It's not the size of the church building that reveals God's glory, but... Continue Reading →
Accusers bring condemnation. Advocates bring liberation. Don't be an accuser; be an advocate. Imitate Christ Jesus. Silence the voice of the accuser. Listen to the voice of your advocate, Jesus, the lover of your soul. So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus. Romans 8:1 The more you seek your... Continue Reading →
#seekGodfirst #soak in #Godspresence #listen to the #stillsmallvoice #scrollthruscripture As we seek the Father and soak in His presence MORE than we scroll thru social media, we become MORE sensitive to His voice above all others. I need You more, Lord. Amen. Lead and guide me Holy Spirit. Please come to Me, my beautiful... Continue Reading →
#unshakable #kingdomofGod #standfirm #Shakeitoff #Iamnotshaken #Heavenawaitsus When our lives are planted on the solid ROCK of Jesus, and His Word and Spirit are deeply rooted within us, only the things that can be shaken are shaken. Life brings many experiences that shake us to our core and often break our hearts. Some of these "shaking... Continue Reading →
#comeaway #rest #bestill #behealed #befilled by the #Loverofyoursoul #Jesus our Bridegroom In Song of Songs 2:10, the lover, a spiritual picture of Jesus as the Bridegroom, is calling his fair one to simply come away with her lover. We, who belong to Jesus - the church - are the fair ones of Jesus. We are... Continue Reading →
#morningmanna #breadofLife #wordofGod #ourdailybread Satan tempted Jesus to turn the stones into bread. "Man does not live by bread alone..." was Jesus' response. Jesus could have turned the stones into bread but instead He quotes the truth that we LIVE by EVERY WORD that proceeds from the mouth of God. We live by the truth... Continue Reading →
We come alive in the river! Love this song by @JesusCulture - using it in dance class! #alive #intheriver #thepresenceoftheLord #life #joy #danceintheriver The river is symbolic of God's presence, His Spirit. God's presence alive within us brings LIFE, JOY & STRENGTH. Enter into His presence through thanksgiving and praise and worship today! You will... Continue Reading →
My thoughts a few weeks ago - just now posting! Superwoman mindset: Today I will (not necessarily in the order listed): pray worship study the Word water plants feed my dog exercise clean my house (least likely to occur - made beds about as good as it gets) create a grocery/store list go to the... Continue Reading →
My pain has pressed me to pray, praise, and pen - not necessarily in that order. #pressintoGod #pray #praise and #pen #journal #release We are all familiar with the common phrase, "No pain, no gain." Here's another thought: Know pain and know the gain that comes from allowing your pain to cause you to gain... Continue Reading →
For so many of us, we would be so much better off if only our eyes and our faces did the speaking and our tongues remained both tied and tamed. #tameyourtongue #letyoureyesspeak #somuchbetterthanwordsthatkill #scarlettoharalessons #gonewiththewind #speaklife or #holdyourtongue Too few of us would dare to profess we have completely mastered the art of speech that always... Continue Reading →
Creative clutter can create a beautiful vision for the eyes to behold. Often us creative souls battle cluttered minds. Help, Lord! Clear the clutter Lord so I can hear You clearly and attend to the call you created me for. #cleartheclutter #helpmefocus #creativecall #creativemindstruggles #canurelate You will keep in perfect peace those who trust in... Continue Reading →
This is a good covenant promise for such a time as this. #praythepromises - God is already aware of the problems. Isaiah 54:13-15 I will teach all your children, and they will enjoy great peace. You will be secure under a government that is just and fair. Your enemies will stay far away. You... Continue Reading →
#mightywarriorwomen #forsuchatimeasthis #girlswithswords If the enemy can't get to you, he will try to get at what is closest to your heart. A mother's heart is always for her children, just like our Heavenly Father's heart is for His children. And so I say for all of us warrior women, "When you think of me,... Continue Reading →
Let us declare our independence from fear of man, bondage to self and the strongholds of addiction, materialism, and sin, and celebrate our dependence on the FATHER OF LIBERTY. The heart of God is freedom. Freedom to be the son or daughter of God you were created in His image to be. The AUTHOR... Continue Reading →
"June 13th - A Monday of Mourning" "...mourn with all those who mourn." (Romans 12:15) Enough said. Those who can empathize, understand that in times like these, no words are necessary. Praying for all those who are mourning in Orlando, and who are suffering deep heartache and loss as a result of the senseless and... Continue Reading →
Today is the 65th annual #NationalDayofPrayer The mission of the National Day of Prayer Task Force is to mobilize prayer in America and to encourage personal repentance and righteousness in the culture. More information is available at: www.nationaldayofprayer.org. Prayer is powerful. Pray continually. Pray for America. Pray first. Pray about everything. Pray from your heart.... Continue Reading →
This is a promise of restoration. May The Giver of life and the God of all creation see you through every trial, sickness, and heartache and bring His restoration life to you. The Lord will sustain him upon his sickbed; in his illness, You restore him to health. (Psalm 41:3 NASB) The Lord nurses them when they are sick and... Continue Reading →
Jesus arose & so did many others too! Not only did Jesus arise from the grave, but many other saints arose too! How about you? Is Jesus alive in you today? Everyday is Easter for the Christian! Are you living a resurrected life? Matthew gives the account that the graves were opened, and many bodies... Continue Reading →
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