"My Spirit is with you," says the Lord. Every important endeavor begins with discipline.

We spent our time waiting for our soldier with Yahweh. He called us to remember His memorial name, Yahweh, the self-sufficient One.

Heading from the pews to the altar in front of the church took time. She silently mouthed, “I will wait for the Lord; He will meet with me.”

This week, we will look at God's promise to strengthen us in verse 11c. Along with the characteristics of restoration and guidance highlighted by Isaiah, he now adds strength.

Opening a door and walking outside into midday in the desert has all the characteristics of opening an oven door and stepping inside. Life in the desert is not easy, but God will restore us as we venture out.

During times of transition, Isaiah 58:11 is a fountain overflowing with encouragement. Our Lord and Master will guide us. As we face many changes in our lives, we can trust in Adonai to order our steps.

Zephaniah 3:17 highlights the intimate relationship between the Elohim and His people, emphasizing that God's love reassures us that not only will He protect us in times of trouble, but He is exultant and joyful. He will give us joy and will quiet our worries with His love.

This week, my devotion time with God is in the book of Zephaniah. One passage jumped out at me, Zephaniah 3:17. In times of distress and uncertainty, this verse spoke peace, love, and strength over me.

There was joy and anticipation in the days following Jesus's death and resurrection. He appeared to them and continued His teachings. He told them to wait in Jerusalem. This core group of women and men who had followed Jesus waited for His promised Helper. They readied to join the procession to the Temple for the Pentecost celebration.

He is risen! They went to find Him in the first light of Easter morning. He was not there! Their pain, sadness, and emptiness changed with this proclamation. He has risen; He is not here!

Epiphany reminds us of the arrival of the Wise Men. They probably traveled at least a year from their fields in the East.

Although Advent ends on Christmas Day, our celebration continues with Christmastide. Christmastide is from Christmas to January 5th.

Prayer for Hope, Faith, Joy, and Peace.

Hope, Faith, Joy, and Peace Welcome Christ’s Birth and Second Coming.

Prayer for peace. Lord, strengthen us and grant us peace, Allow us to rejoice in You!

When I pause to pray, I feel His peace wafting down on me. He strengthens me by driving the doubts and questions from my mind.

Joy during everyday life. Joy in doing dishes, cleaning, and training. Joy in working, serving, and helping.

Do you remember the song “I have the joy, joy, joy, down in my heart?” Do you want to shout, “Where?” God’s joy bubbles up in my heart.

Prayer for Faith. Please strengthen our faith as we travel. Please show us how to demonstrate our faith.

Our faith moves mountains. God used a star to move the Wise Men.