Devotionals – Page 4 – Shelly Wilson Ministries

Tinkering with Sin

There is a point where Christ indeed may turn us over to our sin. He is such a merciful God, yet He sees to the heart and whether we truly desire freedom from sin. Many times there is more thought…

A close-up view of smooth, multicolored pebbles on a beach reflects the beauty of His Mercies, with ocean waves and blurred blue water in the background.

Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly

Despite my many failures to love as He loves, obey as I should, and to walk in the faith I desire…He shows mercy. Mercy I do not deserve, yet He freely gives. What might happen should we become a people…

Waves crash dramatically against large rocks on a sunny day, mirroring the power of emotional control and coping strategies as sprays of white water shoot into the air along a rocky shoreline.

Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly

When Anger Rises

Such agony can be seen in the eyes of another. Sadness, grief, but also anger and bitterness. Honestly, eventually it can be seen manifesting itself in illness as well as the emptiness of the eyes. Ever looked into the eyes…

A field of dandelions with fluffy white seed heads glows in the sunlight under a partly cloudy sky, with tall green grass surrounding the flowers. The sun is low on the horizon, creating a bright, peaceful scene.

Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly

Gentleness

Such power lies in our words. The power to lift up and the power to tear down. Christ seems to have such gentleness in the most astounding times doesn’t He? Even when calling for repentance His words often offer such…

Close-up of grass in sharp focus with sunlight shining through, while tall trees and the sky form a softly blurred backdrop, creating a warm, glowing scene reminiscent of early morning royal diadems sparkling in tranquil light.

Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly

Royal Diadems…

Royal Diadems When left alone there’s time to think Of that which Christ does bring Comfort, love, joy, and peace Such a multitude of things. Arrayed as royal diadems He handles us with care Clothing us in royal robes His…

Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly

O Little Lamb

I find that the brokenhearted somehow feel a need to hide. Maybe the world thinks one broken has a time limit for mending? Yet Christ has clearly shown my own heart the uniqueness of grief. It is quite relative in…

A bright orange sun sets over a dark, silhouetted landscape with rolling hills and a warm, glowing sky, casting a noble glow across the horizon. Photo credit: BJ Rucker.

Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly

A Noble Treasure..

There are times when you will feel like giving up..folding your tent..and heading home. Fight this urge on your knees..for in this place His power rushes in to tend your need. The darkness you encounter, the inadequacies, the taunting from…

Rolling hills dotted with pine trees at sunset, beneath a vibrant sky of pink, blue, and orange clouds. The horizon glows with fading sunlight over distant mountains—nature’s reminder that sometimes God Says Go. Photo credit: BJ Rucker.

Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly

When God Says Go..

It is as much danger to stay as it is to go. For when God speaks…we must obey. That which is not Faith..is sin according to Romans. We find much more peace in waiting at times wondering what the harm..yet…

A little flower with dew drops on its yellow petals stands in sharp focus against a blurred green and light background, capturing a serene and softly lit outdoor scene.

Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly

The Little Flower

There is never a time that the Lord gives me a little blessing that I am not head over heels once again. I was admiring this sweet little yellow flower. It was actually hard to see. Honestly, it seemed so…

A powerful waterfall cascades over a steep cliff, creating mist and spray. The sky is partly cloudy, and sunlight illuminates the scene. A rocky, grassy edge appears in the lower right corner.

Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly

Downpour

He has always loved to share things about rain with me. I fell in love with rain when I wrote It Smells Like Rain with Him some years ago for the last album. But it seems the pondering doesn’t leave. …

Posts Tagged: Devotionals

Tinkering with Sin

His Mercies..

When Anger Rises

Gentleness

Royal Diadems…

O Little Lamb

A Noble Treasure..

When God Says Go..

The Little Flower

Downpour

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