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Welcome to the “Faith & Spiritual Growth” category, where we will pursue topics like growing your faith, learning your identity in Christ, and understanding intimacy with Jesus. In these posts, we will explore the character, teachings, and impact of Jesus Christ and what that means to you and your life today.
Whether you’re a devout believer seeking deeper understanding, a skeptic questioning traditional narratives, or simply curious about Jesus and how He left an indelible mark on humanity.
Join us on a journey of exploration, as we seek to continually reveal the character of Jesus and what significance He can have on your life today.
You are God’s favorite, and I can prove it. Have you ever read Song of Songs in The Passion Translation? If not, I highly recommend you add it as the next book to read in your Bible. It’s mind-blowing to see the intimate (into me you see) love that Jesus has for his bride, which is you and me. In the Song of Songs introduction, Brian Simmons, the author of The Passion Translation, identifies the “Major Themes” of the book […]
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The latest version of the Isaiah Song from Maverick City Music is absolutely amazing and filled with Holy Spirit anointing. During my fertility journey, which was an extreme time of personal growth, my friend texted me this new song and I was so incredibly blessed. The Isaiah Song is based on much of the book of Isaiah in the Old Testament but I can see direct references to Isaiah 43 and Isaiah 54. The bible verses of this passage of […]
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Are you having weird dreams? Maybe it’s the result of that nacho cheese dip or the pizza you ate last night? Or maybe you’re having spiritual dreams because God is trying to talk to you! The language of dreams is full of cryptic symbols and parables to decipher. Learning the meaning of dreams is an incredible way to get closer to God and go deeper in your walk with Him. When you go to sleep and have a dream you […]
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“Love Note” by Upperroom is an incredible worship song about you and Father God. As Abbie Gamboa sings, I feel wrapped in the Father’s arms experiencing the deep love He has for me. I am sharing this song with the prayer that you will have a similar encounter with God. When we are learning who Jesus is worship songs are a great way to experience Him and His beautiful presence. Anointed Worship Every time I listen to this song my […]
Continue ReadingRead time: Worshiping God Literally Saved My Life When I was in my greatest emotional pain worship saved my life. By shifting my focus from myself to my God, my perspective changed and I was able to thank God despite my circumstances. Each and every person on this earth has been made in God’s image. As a result we are wired to worship the Godhead and seek the presence of God. The Godhead is Father God, Jesus, and Holy Spirit. […]
Continue ReadingPsalm 130 gets my heart’s attention as I read it because I can relate to the pain of despair being expressed. I can also attest to God’s faithful answers to each one of my heart’s cries. This is a psalm of redemption. When David began writing he was afflicted in his soul but he ends the psalm with words of redeeming hope. David’s Heart Cry David begins with a heart cry from his soul requesting an answer to his prayer. […]
Continue ReadingProtector is a worship song by Kim Walker-Smith that spoke directly to my heart in a time when I am believing for God to do the impossible. The beginning is so powerful because she starts by coming out of agreement with the lies of the enemy. I speak about capturing every thought and bringing it to the truth of God’s word in my blog Authority in Christ because what you agree with is so VITAL to your walk with Jesus. […]
Continue ReadingBlog post by: Rayna Piazza Let’s soak in His presence as Tasha Cobbs leads worship with her song, “You Know My Name.” This song is so anointed by God. Sit back and let these lyrics absorb in your spirit. Allow it to change you. I believe you will be refreshed and energized in a new way. Just relax and listen. Give Father God permission to move on your heart. This song rocked my world. To think that the Creator of […]
Continue ReadingBlog post by: Rayna Piazza Let’s pick up in Psalm 27:7-14. You can read the prior blog on Psalm 27: 1-6 here. David encourages himself to never lose hope no matter what he faces. He cries out to God in desperation. As I mentioned in my last post, this Psalm was written while David was waiting for his promise to be king. You see, he was not king yet and King Saul, the current king, had released an army to […]
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Blog post by: Rayna Piazza Today let’s look at Psalm 27: 1-6 in The Passion Translation. I’ll pick up with the rest of the chapter next week here. In these verses, David gives us a glimpse into his approach of how to face hardship with fearless faith despite pending circumstances. It’s important to note that Psalm 27 is written by David before he was anointed king. If you’re familiar with his story, David was literally hunted by King Saul for […]
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