Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
Discernment is a beautiful gift. It allows you to see subtle things happening in the background. It’s a place where God allows you to see Him at work even in the most quiet way; yet, it also allows you to
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
I have been studying much of the work and ministry of old time evangelists. Times in their lives of great difficulty and sorrow as well as great turning points when God began to use them in mightier ways. I have
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
One of the hardest things during any trial is to Praise the Lord while still in it. Truthfully, there have been days in valley seasons when I sure didn’t feel like it. Yet I knew from my years with Him
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
I have been studying Elijah and Elisha and pondering with the Lord many things He is showing me. I will admit what I happened across I had never noticed before in this story. 2 Kings 3:15 15 But now bring me
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
So I was walking in my secret place this morning. It is a beautifully perfect day to walk with the Lord. Usually I put on a sermon or worship music…but it seemed all creation was praising and I didn’t want
The Lord has such a beautiful way with music. Music many times sings what the heart can not speak. I heard this song awhile ago and I have been hanging on to it for some time. I woke up with
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
I am finding that truly less is more. In a world where “more” is applauded and “more” is even the desire of our own hearts, I am finding this is a very good…lie of the enemy. Did that blow your
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
Over the past months the Lord has had me practicing stillness. I am fairly disciplined with my daily time with Him yet coming out of a trying season has caused me to evaluate many things. One of the first things
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
A friend sent me this song a few days ago which has ministered to my heart so very much. As I have spent time with the Lord and listened over and over to it I have been comforted deeply with
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
I have realized many fall away from the faith as the road gets hard. I can honestly say..I do understand. Few consider the cost of following Christ. Unfortunately, we have done little to make warriors explaining the trenches of the
