Joyful Jenny Books / Ponder It Blog
Sharing words to ponder for young & old with joy!
Instead of naked and afraid, the sons and daughters of God are called to be clothed and fearless! #clothed #fearless You may not be familiar with the ridiculous reality TV show entitled "Naked and Afraid," but these were my immediate thoughts in response to such nonsense! She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she... Continue Reading →
A little dab of Jesus has never been enough for me. Desperation has brought about a desire to be drenched in God's Word and His Spirit. Blessed are you who hunger now, for you shall be filled...Luke 6:21 #becontinuallyfilled #Ephesians518
Gratitude adds power; complaining adds weakness.* *Gotta love Joyce Meyer. This is one of her wisdom quotes! Attitude check: What is my first response in most situations? Am I thankful? Am I prayerful? Or am I complaint full? How often are we so much like the Israelites? How often are we guilty of forgetting the... Continue Reading →
This is the devil's strategy and not just a quote from the Queen of Hearts' character in Alice in Wonderland. Even in the movie, Braveheart, and other similarly epic battle films, you will notice one of the main goals of the King of England and the English infantry was to take out the Scottish leader, Sir William... Continue Reading →
Christians are just like plants. Some thrive, bloom and blossom beautifully, while others shrivel, droop, and dry up. Yes, Christians are just like plants. Some can't handle the heat, and some can't even handle the shade. When the heat of the trials, set backs, or opposition from others or the enemy comes our way (just... Continue Reading →
You can't be a warrior without war, and you can't be a princess unless you are the daughter of royalty. Listen to Me, O royal daughter; take to heart what I say... (Psalm 45:10) The princess who belongs to King Jesus has another mandate that is more in line with His majesty than her own.... Continue Reading →
God has given us His best. The question is: have we given Him our best? Giving God our best does not mean that God is calling any of us to work ourselves to a burned out and frazzled state in the name of loving and serving God. Giving our "best" first begins with surrendering... Continue Reading →
Dream with me of what might be You and I totally free Free to follow our destiny Created to worship Called to love To praise and glorify our Father above With all our hearts - passionately offering our lives and our gifts to honor our King Shining like stars in the Heavens on High radiating... Continue Reading →
Praise Him with a song, praise Him with a dance, Praise Him with your music, Praise Him with your art! Praise the Lord continually & always from your heart! Praise the God who reigns whenever you get the chance! Praise Him alone & SHOUT & clap your hands! Praise Him through your doubt &... Continue Reading →
God specializes in granting the heart's desires of those whose hearts have fully surrendered to His heart's desires. When the Lord becomes the One whom we desire above all else, what He desires for us will be our heart's desire. Not my will be done, but Your will be done in my life, Lord. His... Continue Reading →
A false balance is an abomination to The Lord, but a just weight is His delight. Proverbs 11:1 Let them shout for joy and rejoice, who favor my vindication; And let them say continually, “The Lord be magnified, Who delights in the prosperity of His servant.” Psalm 35:27 The blessing of the LORD makes rich,... Continue Reading →
When we can do it on our own, we get the credit, but when we cannot do it without God doing it through us, God gets the glory. Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in Me and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from Me you... Continue Reading →
God doesn't open doors for those who have not prepared. Instead, He opens doors for the prepared. Jesus grew in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and all the people. Luke 2:52 ...This is the message from the One who is holy and true, the One who has the key of David.... Continue Reading →
Any calling of God will always require sacrifices ... of time, talents, and resources. For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable. (Romans 11:29). I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness,... Continue Reading →
Follow a godly mother's advice: "Whatever He says to 'you', do it." - quote from Mary - John 2:5 (Emphasis on "you" mine.) God knows "you" personally and desires to guide "you" in a manner that is unique with His purpose and design for you. His instruction and guidance will never contradict scripture, but... Continue Reading →
Revelation 22:1-2 Then the angel showed me a river with the water of life, clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb. It flowed down the center of the main street. On each side of the river grew a tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, with a fresh... Continue Reading →
Is what we refer to as "mega" actually miniscule in God's eyes? (Note: minuscule & miniscule - both commonly used, but I prefer to use miniscule.) In our limited, finite minds, what we think of as "mega" is always "miniscule" to God. Think about the vastness of creation, the world, the ocean, etc. People refer... Continue Reading →
When our joy is not in getting what we want, we will still have joy when we don't get what we want. I have told you these things so My joy may be in you and your joy may be full. John 15:11 You will show me the way of life. Being with You is... Continue Reading →
How can we expect to carry God's presence, when we've not spent anytime in His presence. In order to carry God's presence or allow more of God's Spirit to flow out of us, we have to continually (day after day) take time to "clothe" ourselves with God's presence. First, just to clarify, when we... Continue Reading →
We have all heard people say they don't attend church, or a particular church, due to all the "hypocrites". However, is this not a hypocritical statement in and of itself? Those "hypocrites", as many accuse, are all sinners too, just like all of us (Romans 3:23)! At least the so called hypocrites are practicing some... Continue Reading →
Addiction knows no boundaries. It enslaves the rich, the poor, the educated, the uneducated, every race, gender, age, etc. Why? Because the enemy of our souls has only one purpose - death; and he doesn't care who you are. Think your addiction is not hurting you or anyone else? Think again. The first step that... Continue Reading →
Some people do not think they need any grace, and so they don't have any. God is opposed to the proud, but He gives grace to the humble. And He gives grace generously. As the Scriptures say, "God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” James 4:6
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