Manna for Your Morning

“Some find their strength in their weapons and wisdom, but my miracle-deliverance can never be won by men. Our boast is in Yahweh our God, who makes us strong and gives us victory! Our enemies will not prevail; they will only collapse and perish in defeat while we will rise up, full of courage.” — Psalms 20:7-8 (TPT) As followers of Yeshua, we are a chosen people. We are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession… (See 1 Peter 2:9) Rise up for the battle is the LORD’s, and He has already given us the victory. “In times of trouble, may the LORD answer your cry. May the name of the God of Jacob keep you safe from all harm. May he send you help from his sanctuary and strengthen you from Jerusalem. May he grant your heart’s desires and make all your plans succeed. May we shout for joy when we hear of your victory and raise a victory banner in the name of our God. May the LORD answer all your prayers.” (Psalms 20:1-2 & 4-5 NLT)

These will wage war against the Lamb, and the Lamb will overcome them, because He is Lord of lords and King of kings, and those who are with Him are the called and chosen and faithful.” — Revelation 17:14 (NASB1995) …God highly exalted Him and gave Him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Yeshua every knee should bow, in heaven and on the earth and under the earth, and every tongue profess that Yeshua the Messiah is Lord— to the glory of God the Father. (Philippians 2:9-11 TLV) Little children (believers, dear ones), you are of God and you belong to Him and have [already] overcome them [the agents of the antichrist]; because He who is in you is greater than he (Satan) who is in the world [of sinful mankind]. (1 John 4:4 AMP) We are a chosen people and have been called out of darkness and into His marvelous light (See 1 Peter 2:9) Let us be faithful to our Redeemer.  “Behold, I am coming soon, and My reward is with Me, to pay back each one according to his deeds. ...

And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord. — Romans 8:38-39 (NLT) Glory hallelujah! Let us rejoice in the truth of God’s Word, that nothing, absolutely nothing can separate us from His love. There is no need to pretend with our heavenly Father. He knows you inside and out. Nothing we do takes Him by surprise. Instead of trying to hide from Him or build barriers between you and Him, because of the hurts you have suffered, cling to Him. Call upon His name. Yahweh beckons us to come to Him. Put your trust in Him and follow Him closely all the days of your life.

Open up, ancient gates! Open up, ancient doors, and let the King of glory enter. Who is the King of glory? The LORD, strong and mighty; the LORD, invincible in battle. Open up, ancient gates! Open up, ancient doors, and let the King of glory enter. Who is the King of glory? The LORD of Heaven’s Armies— he is the King of glory. Interlude — Psalm 24:7-10 (NLT) O nations of the world, recognize the LORD; recognize that the LORD is glorious and strong. (Psalm 96:7 NLT) YAHWEH is greater than the forces of evil that confront you day after day. For His is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. (See Matthew 6:13 AMP) And we have been called into His kingdom and glory. (See 1 Thessalonians 2:12 NASB1995) Remove any barriers and open up the door of your heart. Receive Him today. He will light up any darkness. Open up your mind to believe His Word. Open your ears to hear His still small voice. Open your eyes to see situations through the lens of faith and trust in the King of Gl...

My fellow believers, when it seems as though you are facing nothing but difficulties, see it as an invaluable opportunity to experience the greatest joy that you can! For you know that when your faith is tested it stirs up in you the power of endurance. — James 1:2-3 (TPT) Patient endurance is what you need now, so that you will continue to do God’s will. Then you will receive all that he has promised. (Hebrews 10:36 NLT) So don’t allow your hearts to grow spiritually dull and indifferent, or lose your enthusiasm, but follow the example of those who fully received what God has promised because of their strong faith and patient endurance. (See Hebrews 6:12 TPT/NLT) Have great endurance in hardships and in persecutions. And don’t lose courage in a time of stress and calamity. (See 2 Corinthians 6:4 TPT) Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up...

The LORD replied, “I will personally go with you, Moses, and I will give you rest—everything will be fine for you.” — Exodus 33:14 (NLT) May we know God from personal experience, and not from what others say about Him. Just as God was with Moses, He personally goes with you. Our heavenly Father desires a relationship that is up close and personal, with His children. You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession… (1 Peter 2:9 NASB) God has chosen you to be a people for His personal possession. And you, your lives must be totally obedient to God, our personal God, following the life path he has cleared, alert and attentive to everything he has made plain this day.” ( 1 Kings 8:61 MSG ) And everything will be fine for you too.

“ …And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age. ” — Matthew 28:20b (NLT) Jesus is Immanuel, “ God with us .” (Matthew 1:23). He is all we need. If we hunger and thirst, Jesus is the Bread of Life and the Living Water. When bound by lies and deception, Jesus is the truth that sets us free. In times of sickness, Jesus is the great Physician. And by His stripes we are healed (Isaiah 53:5). When we are perplexed or confused, Jesus is the Way, follow Him. When anxious and fearful thoughts come, Jesus is the Prince of Peace. In the midst of the battle, we can raise a banner of victory, because  victory belongs to the LORD! (Proverbs 21:31) Therefore as you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him,  (Colossians 2:6 NASB)

A woman was in the crowd who had been bleeding for twelve years, but no one was able to heal her. She came up behind Jesus and touched the edge of his coat, and instantly her bleeding stopped. — Luke 8:43-44 (NCV) This woman had a need and praise God, she knew enough to seek Jesus for the healing she desired. She was not content to be one in the crowd, just trying to see Jesus. As a result of her persistence and determination to fight through the crowd, she got close enough to Jesus to touch his garment. Because this woman believed that Jesus was the answer to her problem, she made a withdrawal of power from on high. And Jesus said, “ Someone did touch me, because I felt power go out from me .” (Luke 8:46) In Luke 8:48, Jesus said to her, “ Dear woman, you are made well because you believed. Go in peace .” May we, in faith and wisdom reach out and touch Jesus, our Lord and Savior, each and every day. Let us push through the things that crowd our day and have an intimate encounter...

It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure. He makes my feet like the feet of a deer; he causes me to stand on the heights. — 2 Samuel 22:33-34 (NIV) It is God who woke you up today. It is God who gave you ears to hear and eyes to see (Proverbs 20:12). As surely as the sun rises, He pours out fresh, new mercies on you each morning (Lamentations 3:22-23). It is God who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion (Psalm 103:4-5). It is God who goes before you to show you the way, and acts as your rear guard to protect you from the enemy. It is the Lord who stands by your side, when all others abandon you. It is God who enables you to stand secure and confident on your high places. Let us worship Almighty God, who is worthy of all praise, honor and glory!

I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. — Psalm 32:8 (NIV) When we don't know which way to go, we have God’s Holy Spirit to lead us and guide us.  His still small voice inside of you will guide you along the best pathway for your life. (Psalm 32:8 NLT) We also have His Word, which is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. (Psalm 119:105 NKJV). God’s Holy Spirit in you and His Word is the best GPS system. Be led by His Spirit and He will get you exactly where you need to be.

As the living Father sent Me, and I live because of the Father, so he who feeds on Me will live because of Me. — John 6:57 (NKJV) What are you feeding on? When we feed on the things of this world, we get worldly results: temporary pleasures that leave us empty and unfulfilled, or anxious and in despair. When we feed on Jesus, we will be richly satisfied. Jesus said, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst.” (John 6:35 NKJV). He will show us the path of life; In His presence is fullness of joy; At His right hand are pleasures forevermore (Psalm 16:11). As we feed on Him, we experience true peace. Feed on Him today, and let His life-giving nutrients spread throughout your mind, heart and entire being.

When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their distress and troubles. — Psalm 34:17 AMP) Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him out of them all (Psalm 34:19 NKJV). We put our hope in the LORD. He is our help and our shield (Psalm 33:20 NLT). Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good; Blessed is the man who trusts in Him! (Psalm 34:8 NKJV)

Come therefore, let us now kill him and cast him into some pit; and we shall say, ‘Some wild beast has devoured him.’ We shall see what will become of his dreams!” — Genesis 37:20 (NKJV) Joseph was a dreamer. It was because of his dreams that his brothers sold him into slavery. But his dreams came true. After Joseph favorably served in the palace and in the prison, he eventually became governor over the land of abundance, in the midst of a famine. No matter how circumstances appear right now, don’t give up on your dreams! Even the old men shall dream dreams (Joel 2:28). As long as there is breath in your nostrils it's not too  late. Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He will give you the desires and secret petitions of your heart. — Psalm 37:4 (AMP) God bless you as we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., today.

I look behind me and you’re there,  then up ahead and you’re there, too—  your reassuring presence, coming and going..  — Psalm 139:5 (The Message) God goes before us and behind us. He places His hand of blessing on your head (Psalm 139:5, NLT). No matter what we go through, He is there with us, His reassuring Presence. If we dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea, even there His hand shall lead us, and His right hand shall hold us (Psalm 139-9-10). Be encouraged and reassured, the LORD your God is with you and by His hand He will lead you through every situation and circumstance.

Then the LORD answered me, “Write the vision. Make it clear on tablets so that anyone can read it quickly. The vision will still happen at the appointed time. It hurries toward its goal. It won’t be a lie. If it’s delayed, wait for it. It will certainly happen. It won’t be late. Habakkuk 2:2-3 (GW) If God has given you a vision for your future, write it down and make it clear. Run with it and the vision will certainly come to pass. If there is a delay don’t start to have doubts or get discouraged. God brings everything together at the appointed time. At the appointed time, Sarah’s previously barren womb gave birth to a son well past her child-bearing years. Abraham and Sarah did their part (this was not the virgin birth) and God made it happen. Likewise, we have to do our part and patiently wait for God to make it happen. And when it does, it will be right on time. Amen!

Earlier there were a lot of priests, for they died and had to be replaced. But Jesus' priesthood is permanent. He's there from now to eternity to save everyone who comes to God through him, always on the job to speak up for them. Hebrews 7:23-25 (The Message) When you feel like everyone is against you, remember that Jesus, our advocate, is on your side. When you mess up, know that Jesus Christ, the Righteous One, pleads your case with the Father. He always lives to intercede for us. Jesus is the High Priest who truly meets our need. He is holy, blameless and pure, and exalted above the heavens. Jesus entered the Most Holy Place once for all by His own blood and through His blood we receive forgiveness and grace. Thank you, Jesus!

Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me away from Your presence, And do not take Your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of Your salvation, And uphold me by Your generous Spirit. Psalm 51:10-12 (NKJ) Thank God for His grace and His mercy, but there is nothing quite like His wonderful Presence. And He promises to never leave us or forsake us. In His holy Presence we are sanctified and filled with His peace that passes all understanding. His loving Presence chases all our fears away. In His Presence we find unspeakable joy and everlasting life. May you be sustained by His generous Spirit today and always. Love, Jackie

Moses told his father-in-law about everything the LORD had done to Pharaoh and the Egyptians for Israel's sake and about all the hardships they had met along the way and how the LORD had saved them. Exodus 18:8 (NIV) May we be like Moses and tell someone about our hardships and how the LORD saved us. Each one of us are eyewitnesses to what the LORD has done in our lives. There is nothing like real life stories of going from darkness to light, from downtrodden to victory to encourage the heart of someone going through. Praise the LORD for His faithfulness. Love, Jackie