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Tuesday, April 29, 2025

You are my Favorite as if you were the only one ...


"You are My favorite," I say to you—not in comparison to others, but as though you are the only one I love. My love is not a cold theological concept; it is a consuming fire, full of passion and intimacy. I give all My attention to you as if no one else exists, yet this does not diminish My infinite love for others. Do you see it in Scripture? I spoke with Moses “face to face, as one speaks to a friend” (Exodus 33:11).

Only I, in My omnipotence and boundless nature, love each person with ALL My love, fully and completely. I give all My unending love to you personally. Even though I love everyone, it is as if I love no one but you.

So next time you think of My love, picture it that way—just you and Me, sitting together, Me gazing at you with unwavering adoration. Don’t write off My love as some abstract, theological truth spread out to everyone impersonally. While it is true that I love each and every person, My love for you is personal and unique, just as a parent’s love for each child is unique and irreplaceable.

Feel My love pouring over you—its warmth, its strength. Feel My breath on your face, My hand lifting your chin. I endured the cross for this, for you. As it says in Isaiah 53, I bore every wound, every stripe, so we could have this relationship. My sacrifice was not out of duty; it was out of passion for you.

So, the next time you feel unloved or inadequate, stop, be still for a moment and remember this: The depth of My love is as scandalous as it is infinite. Let it fill every corner of your soul and know that you are cherished beyond comprehension.

Revel in this love. Revel in Me.

With love beyond measure,




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Then a desert; now a garden

 


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Friday, April 25, 2025

Rooted in Eternity: The Call That Endures

 


I have called you from ancient times and I have given you My Own Heart. Nothing can ever take these away. “No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 8:39) 

With love beyond measure,

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Wednesday, April 23, 2025

It's Easier to Guide a Sheep That's Moving

Illustration of a shepherd gently guiding a sheep, emphasizing movement and direction as part of decision-making and faith. The sheep represents individuals seeking guidance, while the shepherd symbolizes a supportive presence
 

Imagine a sheep lying on all fours, completely still. You can try pushing, poking, rolling it over, or even picking it up putting it on your shoulders, but it takes a lot of effort to get that sheep up and moving. Now, picture a sheep that’s already walking. A gentle nudge to the right or left is all it takes to guide it in the direction you want it to go.

In much the same way, when you're seeking direction for your life, it helps to take a baby step forward rather than waiting passively. Movement allows for guidance, one small nudge at a time, leading you toward the best path. This approach doesn’t require a grand or miraculous revelation—just a willingness to stand up and start moving.

For example, if you’re seeking clarity about finding a life partner, consider this:

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Faithful Love: Always Waiting, Always Calling

 

Faithful pups, faithful God


How have I (Christ) stirred your heart? If you feel led, please share how My call has reached your heart—with a comment or prayer request below

With love beyond measure,

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Saturday, April 19, 2025

Mercy for All Who Ask


I freely offer mercy. Will you reach out to me and receive it? It is yours the minute you do!
 
With love beyond measure,


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Thursday, April 17, 2025

How to Move a Mountain with a Mustard Seed

Do you bemoan your lack of faith? Are you trying to muster it up but find yourself still full of doubts?

Life brings mountainous challenges that can feel too difficult to climb. Whether it's a troubled marriage, an illness, or a financial difficulty, you can become overwhelmed and feel powerless.. 

Faith is not the absence of doubt. Instead, imagine the faith you think you need, and take 5% of that. It is all I require. That tiny “mustard seed” of faith can grow into something magnificent. It is what moves mountains (Matthew 17:20). Faith is not about size but sincerity.

Even the smallest seed of faith can grow into something magnificent. Every step, no matter how small, is a step toward moving that mountain. Your tiny faith is powerful enough to change the world.

 "…If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you" (Matthew 17:20).

Please leave a comment below on your experience with faith or doubt.

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Saturday, April 12, 2025

Never Abandoned: God's Parent Love Reflected in Nature

 


As animals adopt and protect their babies, regardless of species, so I have adopted you with unconditional love

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Lift Your Eyes Beyond Life's Battles: A Vision of Hope


 
Gaze beyond. Lift your eyes from the daily battles—the wounds, the flaws, and the regrets—and peer into eternity. Those who endure the deepest suffering on this earth are chosen for a breathtaking destiny (2 Corinthians 4:17). In this temporary, sometimes arduous existence, you are molding and enriching your eternity through your attitudes and responses.

Focusing on possibilities and solutions while maintaining hope and finding joy in the present creates a sense of gratitude and purpose. I find pleasure in such attitudes from you (Hebrews 11:6). Failures are just feedback and opportunity for

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About the Author:
Cyndi is a spiritual writer with a heart for grace and freedom in Christ. Through poetic reflections and scripture-rooted devotionals, she invites readers into rest and relationship. She lives in Florida with her husband of 37 years and their dog, Smudge. Learn more →