Reverence

This word means “deep respect for someone or something”. I remember the first time I heard a minister called “Reverend”.  I wasn’t sure what to make of it because I knew the minister’s first name. I didn’t mean any disrespect when I used his first name.  I also remember one of my ministers who did…

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Awestruck

I remember going to one of my first worship events and being blown away by the power and presence of God in the room. I also remember the first time I felt that Lord speaking to me personally. There are many times when I’ve felt the Presence of God in a regular church service. Feeling…

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Speechless

I have been speechless a few times in my life. Those that know me probably can’t imagine that. When there is any combination of shock, fear, surprise, and awe – I’m speechless. I’ve seen and heard some amazing things. I’ve seen some incredible part of God’s creation that left me speechless. In the middle of…

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Plain & Simple

Lynyrd Skynyrd wrote and recorded a song called “Simple Man” back in 1973. It was a powerful ballad for a rock band. It has some strong lyrical content that is actually some good counsel. The song is about advice that the writer’s Mom shared with him.  My Mom used to use the words “plain and…

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Awe-Inspiring

I know what it is to describe something as “awesome” – causing or inducing a sense of awe. Awe-inspiring is similar – creating a sense of overwhelming reverence, admiration or fear. It is something described as spectacular or magnificent. I have seen some amazing sights that created this awe-inspiring moment. God’s creation screams out His…

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Worship In Heaven

I’m currently reading through the book of Revelation – a chapter each day. I’m asking the Lord to speak truth into my heart as I journey through His Word. I’ve always wrestled with this book and the symbolism and visions contained there. It’s not easy for me to understand at times. I believe the overall…

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