Prayer | Devotional | Roots and Refuge

[@jennifernunez1528]

Someday I will meet you (I hope) and I will give you the biggest hug ever. I am literally in tears just tears, I heard him through you. ❤️ Thank you

[@Denecree]

Learning the Lord is a new concept for me and listening to your devotionals really helps me understand where my heart is. I often feel lost and have no clue where to begin with a prayer. I am going to try to journal it and work on where I want to be with God. Thank you for being a prophet in my journey.

[@lydiafink3020]

Thank you very much for this. If you see this, please pray that I would grow greatly in my relationship with my Father in Heaven. Thank you!

[@alicewalters6426]

Prayer is our daily living.

[@amydebty4309]

thank you for your word and praying with us

[@alisongraham2807]

Thank you from a broken one.

[@annebojko9863]

This is my third time coming back to watch this video. This time I can't stop crying. Thank you for sharing these truths about our Father ❤❤❤

[@Lipperacci]

I’m so thankful I found your channel.

[@lisarosebud6404]

Thank you for sharing n opening my heart for more honest n real conversations w Jesus

[@sheilak4493]

Love Love Love this

[@bjadkins3549]

Thank You,,,God Bless

[@PicklesFiona]

God knows our insecurities, we don’t have to try and impress him...He already knows the real deal!

[@jordanntweed4264]

This was so beautiful, and your words have touched my heart. As a baby born again Christian, who was raised in false religious doctrine, relationship is something I put on the back burner up until seven months ago when I gave my life back to Jesus. My fellow sister in Christ actually found your channel, and I’m glad she did because this was so heart warming and incredible. So thank you 🤍

[@julievdm9315]

Watched this video today and my 4 yo son was listening in. He asked, “Mom, how come that lady is talking about Jesus?” And I said, “Because she loves Him!” 4yo: “Wow! So someday she’s going to be in heaven with us too?!” Me: “She sure is!” 4yo: “I’m glad she loves Jesus and gardens, Mom.” ❤️😊 Me: “Me too, buddy. Me too.”

[@nicoleolson1347]

My 13 year old just asked me when I got my first really great friend. I honestly told her 25.

[@NS-pf2zc]

Aw Jess, please don't ever stop doing these! I feel you are spot on about God's character! One of the hardest things for me was to learn to have a relationship with Him. Just me and Him...nobody else. Nobody elses thought, opinions, etc. No church words and actions and phrases and expectations. Just us. It was then I learned so much about who He is. It broke a lot of my internal(and some external) condemnations and allowed for a lot of healing and a place of trust. It happened right before a very tragic event, that I think would have broken my relationship in two if I hadn't learned to trust Him. I'm still learning, not even near as close as what I wish I were. I no longer have a metric though of what a "good" Christian should look like. We're all just a bunch of sinful yet forgiven children trying to have a better relationship with Abba. Thanks for sharing your heart... ❤

[@jodihiddenhillfarmvt1605]

I've been going back and consuming all your older devotionals. I always come tears when you pray.

[@fareebug8439]

How I do miss more of these devotionals.....❤️🙏❤️

[@Warrior-In-the-Garden]

HALLELUJAH!!! I don't know what I was thinking starting a coconut oil swish when I sat down to watch this. 5 min. in I had to spit it out when what you said hit me so hard. "It all comes down to... do you miss Him?" With tears flowing I say "YES". I confess to you that I have allowed my "talk time" be chipped away second by second, minutes then hours until it was virtually non existent, even though I have experienced His fatherly love and huge move in my life. I allowed my pursuits like a job and this permaculture project to become gods. So when my early morning prayer time was replaced with garden and chickens and I was so exhausted that I neglected my first ministry (hubby and children), He was SO FAITHFUL and amazing to go to (what seem to me ) great lengths to get me back on the right track (like just recently...as in weeks...) And so true what you say about the relationship and talking to Him about your feelings instead of a list of demands. Makes me think of the man who asked "help my unbelief". So blessed to hear your words of wisdom and truth. Blessings to you!

[@jeannemanzella9687]

I believe in Journaling The Lord is note worthy. So many treasures to behold! Moments to remember His fellowship is like family photo albums. God is so amazing. It often works like speed bumps an guard rails, structure and focus, dreams and a garden of many seeds!

[@clmierau]

It is refreshing to see someone as young as you with such a pure understanding of God's Word. No religion , just truth. God bless, I'm grateful that I found you, a true breath of fresh air.

[@melessiathresher9979]

I love the way you express the truth about who God our father is. He is wonderful beyond our understanding.

[@Beecozz7]

Jess, you being a devotion teacher is your gift and strength, gardening videos are the vehicle to get to these powerful teachings. I agree with all you have lead us to in this lesson. I knew this was going to be magnificent. When I'm done watching I feel like I've eaten the most decadent, savory, and sweet delicious meal I've ever had. So good! Thank you so much!!! I thank our LORD for you! *tears running down my face* BTW, your camera work is great! PS Daniels music is so good! Perfect!

[@diannamc367]

I love the way you express the fulfillment that her words bring to the table! Amen and God bless!

[@EssentialOilStories]

This subject of identity in Christ is exactly what Holy Spirit has been teaching me. I love that you brought that up in your video. Thank you for posting!

[@magz0626]

Every time I need that reminder about this Christ walk being relational and not task based, God point me to one of your videos. You are changing lives in more ways then you know. Thank you precious sister in Christ.

[@metalmartha2571]

I’m listening to this again 5 yrs after you posted.. Jess…you are wise beyond your years. Thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️

[@marjoriemcleod5667]

I subscribed to your channel because of your gardening expertise. You seemed to have manifested the very dream I had for my family. But as I watched more with the intention of learning more about living off my land, I found your devotional videos. Finding these videos was like finding diamonds in a bowl of ice cream. I have now watched several and I am yet to sit through one without feeling moved to the point of tears. There is nothing more beautiful than seeing a woman so earnestly seeking the Lord and glorifying Him through all things. So here is a garden fanatic, subscribed to a gardening channel yet the devotional videos are my favorite. You have been a blessing to me, Jessie x

[@lauriesickles5393]

You took the words out of my mouth Marjorie!

[@thegoodfight426]

Yes! I had a vision of being at a banquet with Jesus and there were many other people there (maybe the Marriage Supper of the Lamb 😊). Even though Jesus can be in the presence of so many, He's still able to make us feel as if we are the only one. One thing that really stood out to me was the hair on His arms. He is fully human and yet fully God!!!

[@aprilgarrahan3245]

The truth will spread and you will be a witness to all nations and peoples. Thank you for a great reminder.

[@barbsnyder480]

That is BEAUTIFUL April... thanks

[@catrinarichards211]

I love this so much!!! Thank you

[@ldg2655]

Again, every time i watch one of your devotionals, i am brought to tears. I realize how small and sad and LOST i am.. and i realize that the power to be found and to feel loved lies with ME.. These devotionals are absolutely beyond measure of value to me. You speak VERY well. Almost everything you speak about is applicable to my life in one way or another. Your passion and your faith and honesty shines out of your face and trembles in your voice... God Bless YOU; i thank Him for moving you to speak to US. It is a great gift.

[@ohhhjacquie8923]

You unexpectedly brought me to tears. Thank you!Keep up all the great work.

[@vickieincalifornia7957]

You are REALLY good at this sister. What a sweet ministry you have found through the garden. It's just perfect. He gives us everything. God bless you.

[@hummerklein2567]

Thank you for sharing this with me God bless you and yours

[@Iris2Roses]

A really good teaching Jess.

[@katherinebragg9704]

So glad I found your channel. I came from pure brokenness, and was saved in 2014. it was the best thing ive ever done in my life. you moved me to tears. I'm thinking I need to keep a journal. I'm so happy I found your channel and hope you keep these up.

[@ajudylee]

Sometimes when upset with my guys I have to remind myself and them that I Love them..... they have mentioned that it can be scary to be told " I love you" at that moment... But it makes me take a breath and remember the love.

[@Curryclub30]

Anything we go through when yielded to God is an opportunity to give Him glory.

[@sammieweible1980]

This devotional really hit home . Thank you so much Jess.💖💖💖💖

[@lindamccall9546]

Thank you, Jess, for the reminder that our Lord is a real person and understands our faults. He can do anything if we ask with a sincere love in our hearts for Him. I needed this message today to go to Him for the small and large things in life. He knows before we ask. Love the message and the reminder. God bless you and your continued ministry. Thank you.

[@catherinecunningham7126]

Thank you Jess, I found this video at the perfect time. His timing is impeccable.

[@WholesomeRoots]

Editing our collaboration while listening to this and praying as I go... Love you dear sister!

[@communicationatoz]

Wow. So I am going to be real and say something I have never said before. I was a very religious person until the age of 9. I got mad at God when he took my only brother who was developmentally disabled. My home life was not wonderful and he was, in my mind, the only person I had. I was supposed to be Baptistize that day, which never happened. After a few years I returned to my faith and the only other person in my life I loved was diagnosed with cancer and died a few months later. This further gave me the belief that I should not believe ever again. That was more then 30 years ago and I am afraid. I’m afraid believing in him will wake someone else in my life away. You said some wonderful things and brought me to tears I don’t know if I can ever return to my faith. My fear is real. You are a wonderful person with such a wonderful heart. Know you are meaningful to many of us out here that is trying, searching for what and where we need to be, in faith and in life. Thank you

[@karenromero5221]

My mom went to god too. Cancer I want to be with her again. I pray she and I stay with god so we can unite

[@AB-ol5uz]

I was moved by your pain, your fear and most importantly, your honesty. The fact that you put all of those concerns in writing suggests to me that as deep is the hurt is/was, that you are hungry for healing and restoration. Anytime we shut off a part of our heart, we stunt our growth and opportunity to testify to God's healing....so I pray that this past year, knowing that God heard the cry of your heart, that you have seen the rough edges fall away, the fear replaced with hope, and the pain softened with joy in the Lord.

[@diannamc367]

My heart goes out to your pain. My dad walked away from his faith when God took his mother home. We lost him this past week and I still don't know if he ever found any peace with that😥 I pray that you have been able to bring those fears to God and find peace and love in that. Amen

[@joriathvorkapic7309]

I adore the garden and cooking videos! This is the second time I’ve found one of your devotional stories and I am a loving viewer who is not Christian but am so touched by your love in your faith! We find God as we find him! I Pray we accept all in a kind and loving walk towards truth! Peace and Light! Look forward to finding more of these...I’m typing this as I listen to this one!

[@ketocarnivory4651]

Watching this at 6:00 am after reading my Bible and searching again for my relationship with Jesus Christ. I want to be near him again. I’ve listened to one your devotionals before and knew another one could help me in some way. You have helped restore a want in me for that relationship with Jesus again! Sometimes we forget. I needed that reminder. Thank you! Have a super blessed day!

[@gailelizabeth14]

Beautiful devotion. You are a gifted teacher. Thank you for this!

[@Snowflake1316]

I’ve been waking up early (before the kids when I can) to watch the sun rise, drink my coffee, and listen to your devotionals. I’ve been letting myself be lead to the video each day and each day, it’s exactly the message I need to hear. But here I am at the last video in this series and I need more!! I hope you come back to doing devotionals soon. I absolutely love listening to them.

[@aa37988]

I like it when you take us to church.

[@andreacremeans1055]

Thank you for this video. I think it’s one way God is speaking to me. My prayer life has been ingenuine. I tell myself not to say things just to say it right. But to talk to God. Really talk to him. There is a lot on my heart. ♥️

[@kathygoodwin8360]

Jesse, I want to see the whole person, all of you. It's honest, worthy. Everyone' s computers, tablets, phones...whatever device...it has an off switch. People can make their own choices. Loved your devotional. Hit home. 💖💖💖

[@lesliewestphall7131]

Wow Jess. I love you. Here is what poped into my head listening to this devotional. God loves me he loves who he made me to be he loves how he made me different than my sister or my friends. Its the World who judges and see imperfection.

[@laceyrogers672]

Jess....I have struggled with my relationship with God my entire life. I am afraid. I do feel guilty. I've only really meaningfully prayed when my heart was so hurt that all I wanted was for him to take that pain from me. I have so much to say....I just love you and your heart so much. ❤️ Thank you for being you.

[@raymondbonnano8210]

Hello there yeah I understand about pain pain can get really deep inside your soul in your heart but the beautiful thing about pain if a person wants to say pain can be beautiful it's during that pain God Jesus can touch your heart your soul and your spirit to the deepest part possible because in paying your heart gets opened up a little bit and then Jesus can target that pain immediately I would just like to say in conclusion is this when you say you struggle with your relationship with jesus So the next time you're near the ocean a big body of water I want you to go to that edge of that water that coast and look out and you'll see the vast ocean and I Want You to visualized an Empty cup You reach Down and You Feel that whole cup full of ocean wahere comes You Don't have the whole ocean in that cup But all you got in that cup is ocean that's our relationship with God If you're empty inside your heart your soul and your spirit it's beautiful cause you can fill it with all Jesus or all ocean you don't have the whole ocean you don't have the whole Jesus but all you got is Jesus and all you got is ocean take care and remember keep your hand in his hand and he'll walk gives you wonderful places in your life beautiful places places you never thought possible the Lord bless you keep you safe and watch Over you And communicate with him daily daily

[@TheJpecoul]

This blesses my heart so much every time I watch it. 💜🙏

[@tonjapembrook1132]

I thought you should know, this video is 4 years old and STILL speaking to people, STILL making a difference. I just found you a couple of weeks ago and originally watched you for gardening, then because you were from my home state of AR, and now find that I seek out your devotional videos. Thank you for being obedient!!

[@cafedunier]

I love this video. I was sitting on my couch with my phone while watching and my kitten Anna, who is rambunctious, came as soon as she heard your voice - which she has done before.... and sat on my lap purring and watching you intently the whole time. Her little face just inches from the screen. It was precious. Bless you Jess .

[@helennelson3120]

Thank you so much for sharing this message. You are truly and instrument of God our Father. Definitely a message I needed to hear. I thank God I found you and I pray for you too. Blessings Always

[@gailgreenberg6953]

I'm not Christian, but so much of what you say Jesse stil applies regardless of "which" God we believe in; I think there is only one, but different people see him differently. Bless you.

[@rosedowning6466]

Absolutely, Gail.

[@beehouseout6003]

I can’t wait to show this to my daughter and mom. My mom is always talking to my mom and I how to pray. She’s 5 and really wants to make sure she does it “right”.

[@lydiafink3020]

This is very powerful, thank you so much, Jess.

[@cindymarshall4449]

Honesty in Christianity is such a blessing and very refreshing. It opens windows in our own experiences. Thank-you Jess!

[@cheakychic1]

Sweet woman your devotionals bring me so much peace...

[@bethmeadows2828]

Jess, I needed that today and always. Thank you.

[@myshuda1]

You are a light. I needed to hear this. Just last night I was praying and asked the lord some questions I needed answers to and then I stumbled across this video today while I was watching your garden videos. Thank you, blessings to you and yours❤️

[@karenromero5221]

Praise God thank you so much Aman

[@tonyawiley9575]

Oh the crowns you are storing up in Heaven Jess. I watch this video anytime I feel distant from God and it snaps me back into the right state of mind and heart. It's so easy to have your view of God tainted by this world and your experiences. This is THE video that made me click subscribe. God bless you and your beautiful family ❤️

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

Wow Tonya, thats such a blessing to hear! Thank you!

[@dawnbrown2125]

Thank You Jess, Well said.

[@t-rachel19]

That was such a good video!

[@jimnorris2665]

I would like to hear more of your devotionals like you used to do in the 2018-20

[@LizNicholsArt]

Starting a Prayer Journal this New Year. Most of my prayer is full of Praise and Gratitude. But it will be good to remember what you asked for on a particular day. Being able to look back and see how God moves in my life. Thank You for your sweet spirit.

[@kellihammond4956]

Love your channel. May God bless you & your vision.

[@fundamental1020]

Late to watch but so right on. Thank you

[@LabMom-sg8ii]

Thank you SO much. I needed to hear this.

[@blessedbeyondmeasure318]

Glory!! 🙌🏻

[@ilovevideostories]

this is truth. thank you.

[@Meg_Davis]

"The boldness is a byproduct of the relationship." YES, 100%. Thank you also for sharing about your journey of through embarrassment. Thank you for sharing your own tendency to be long-winded about how you feel. I'm still journaling about how I feel about a situation that happened three years ago. Sometimes I feel ashamed about it, but your openness helped me remember that yes, God does care about how I feel and He DOES care that it's been three years and I'm still hurting. Thank you.

[@RNGrachaelgriffith]

This is the first devotional that I’ve listened to from you and this was exactly what I have been needing to hear. I didn’t realize the weight I’ve felt on my heart but I was overwhelmed with tears about how I’ve unintentionally neglected my relationship with God. Thank you.

[@lonnievancura9702]

Love, love, love! This is so helpful.

[@silver7716]

I got so excited when you said you were going to do more of these. I am learning A lot from listening to you. I went to sunday school as a young girl, went to many different types of churches. Was very confused as a teen and younger adult on how to pray/talk to god, how to even get started. Then one day I just talked to god as I would a friend asking him to help show me what I need to know and how to have that relationship with him. Not long after asking that your channel popped up. Ive been thankful ever since. Idk what it is but I understand better listening to your devotionals. Im never left confused with a billion questions like I used to be. So thank you so very much for doing these!

[@bloomingrusticshomestead8590]

I needed this. Thank you. ❤️

[@allisoncowart2768]

Thank you Jessica for this! I love how the music continues to play at the end. It allows for time to ponder everything you shared with us. I am going to share this with my sister, and I pray it helps her in her journey. Thank you!

[@lauriewhitefoot4719]

Thank you so so much for this devotional. My heart needed this today and to be reminded of how God sees me and what an alive prayer life can look like. I recently found your channel and have been watching your devotional videos (and the gardening ones!) and they have been such a blessing to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for these

[@stephwilson8822]

I so dislike "babe". I love this. You're so real. I appreciate this so much.

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

Thank you ♥️

[@myrevival4325]

Thanks for making this video.

[@stephaniesnesrud1508]

I had the worst week and was so spitting angry, then when I watched this, it just melted my anger and brought me back to calm rationale. I dont say this lightly. Thank you so much.

[@mrs.bizzybee4437]

I have now watched almost all of your videos I have to say this is one that have moved me the most. I know I say this in almost every comment but thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing

[@chrdie35]

God bless you Jess.

[@seedsoffaith2369]

Thank you May God bless you in the city and the field and your cup running over amen!

[@audreyabbott7806]

I came for the gardening and then found your devotions. I am well an truly blessed! Bless you and your ministry!

[@glyndathor]

I have been watching your channel for about a year, Jess, but have just recently stumbled upon your devotionals. I am so blessed by hearing them and thank you for sharing your heart for God with us. I hope you will write a devotional book one day! I will pray for your move to South Carolina and that you might continue to know which doors God wants you to open! I bless you!

[@rosedowning6466]

I just want you to know: I appreciate you. All of you. Thank you.

[@jennhawkins5356]

I'm so glad you're scripturally sound! I love your gardening videos and saw this video and just had to know what you believe, theologically, and I'm so relieved! It is so good to see your ministry...not only educating us on growing things (which kinda has some biblical parallels, too...like how stress on tomatoes causes better fruit!), but to see these talks on God and prayer. It is so encouraging!

[@lifewithlois7262]

Good Morning God Bless you for sharing from your heart I pray you have a amazing day full of God's Blessing💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@naturewoman1274]

Oooh Jess my sister in Christ, thanks for this wonderful video God knew I needed to hear this tonight loads of love from Kirsten in Australia xxx God bless

[@amberrogers4870]

These devotionals are what my heart needs

[@GardenALittle]

I miss these devotional videos 💚, God bless you Jess!

[@bbsbacktobasics7695]

Jesse, you are a blessing to me, very well done presentation! I have a journal that I never really used it. I will now, thank you . I would love to hear more on helpfully journaling. And help staying dedicated. May God continue to bless you 🙏❣️

[@JJ-vc6pp]

Thank you for this beautiful message.

[@ging536]

I believe that God recently led me to this channel to help get back into an authentic relationship with Him. I had started searching KZbin for garden info (not sure why) and then your channel came up. Thank you so much for being real in sharing your heart, plus being so generous in sharing knowledge. It's rare these days to find a genuine message from someone who has the courage to boldly share their faith, and proclaim the goodness of God. I struggle with commenting on these social media sites, never knowing really what to say to show appreciation, but just wanted to send a message of gratitude and let you know how far reaching these messages are. Please be encouraged in continuing in what the Lord has called you to do. God bless you!

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

It matters very much to me Gin. Thank you so much. It really encourages me to read comments like this.

[@janicegilman7672]

Thank you Jess. Even though you posted this a couple years ago - it was just what I needed to hear TODAY!

[@missourigirl4101]

Jess, thank you for your devotions. They are so needed and touch my heart. Matthew 21:22 says And all things whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.