The Leaves are Green | DEVOTIONAL

[@bluebirdhomestead]

Never stop sharing your testimony and love of Christ 💚🙏

[@kimberlymurphy6003]

And all Gods people said “Amen!” 👏🏻 Jess, thank you for obeying the Lord and being His mouth piece. I could feel the Holy Spirit with me in my kitchen as I listened to you talk and pray. I felt a stirring in my heart and a shaking in my spirit that brought me to tears. He is alive, and He is good. He will see us through.

[@alanajerome470]

Amen

[@Texas_Lolly]

Amen 🙏

[@belmontwater5049]

I sure did to….

[@user-vd8bi1eo7p]

Amen!!!! 🙏🏼

[@kikijames7612]

Same, I type through tears, Amen! Yes He loves us!

[@teresakooser5695]

The preparation is of the heart!! He is coming soon!! Amen!!!

[@Mizpah2195]

Bless you Jess!! I am 75 years old and have been church hurt. Never in my life have I heard a sermon that was as amazing as what the Spirit has led you to say. My husband, who has been a Pastor/Elder, just said this was one of the best sermons he has every heard in his life! Thank you!! God bless and keep you and yours.....

[@nevermind7253]

YES AMEN 💞

[@brg2743]

Use whatever you are good at doing. God uses that. Also, we were ganged up on by a few church narcissists, neighbors, family, and coworkers. Looking back, it was good that we moved on. There are good people out there that don't act stupid.

[@fullofgracehomestead]

God choses who speaks for HIM! All glory to God!

[@jenniferanderson899]

I agree 💯

[@milliethemillinator3154]

Ms. Linda, I know of the pain you speak too. And I am sooo grateful that much like Jess, I never associated it to my relationship with God. I'm sorry you were hurt, many in the church have been. The church is one of places being shaken, it too will be cleaned up. Much love, sister.

[@thegardenofblessings7472]

I find value in the limited number of devotional videos that you post. Not in a matter of not wanting to hear God speak thru you. But more in a view of concentration and value. Have you ever had an elder of your family that didnt say a whole lot, but when they spoke, it was of pure and concetrated in value and all around would listen? Speak when your spirit is stirred to do so. 🥰 Thank you for being pure and honest always.

[@Heidi-ri1qf]

Nicely said.

[@nevermind7253]

AMEN

[@marygrott8095]

I definitely agree!

[@steph6337]

Well said!

[@maryslabach8750]

Thank you for sharing in vunerably, we will need wisdom from God in this nxt season more then we that live in this era have ever faced before.God is our refuge an strength in our time of need, salvation is available to everyone.The goodness of God leadth us to repentance .Be strong in the Lord an let's line up with his promises, he is love an loves each of us an gave us life.Lets be good stewards of what is ours on earth

[@kval7687]

Thank you, Jess, for lighting the fire and carrying the torch!

[@cathyrich4611]

Our belief systems differ, Jess. Having said that, I connect with you more than any youtuber I watch. I watched this (twice), both times you have moved me to tears. I connect with you on such a deeper level. You touch all my heart strings. I will always be a fan. I am disabled and yet I try to garden, adapting as I go. Your encouragement and inspiration is an integral part of my life. Thank you.

[@sandrainontario6710]

So brave. You can't imagine how much I needed that. At 73 and living in a one-bedroom apartment I am a little bit afraid. But I do know God is here. And thanks to you I have a balcony with so many plants that I started from seed that I can barely walk through them. They won't give me much food but they give me so much joy. Sending you love and prayers. I bless you.♥️🙏

[@kkr5428]

I love that you are growing on your balcony. That inspires me-I definitely can see myself doing the same! I sure hope so 🙏🌱🍃🌿

[@sandrainontario6710]

@@kkr5428 I started the seeds on my kitchen counter under a little lamp with a grow light in it and so many germinated I've been giving them away and also as I said covering my balcony with them! Mostly tomatoes!

[@mairaurena4488]

Never let fear sit on you, because God is with you and when He is in your heart there is no room for nothing else. He will protect you and provide you with all your needs . Sending love, hugs and may God send you showers of blessings.

[@katherinebelk8398]

@KRR giving your extra starts away is a great way to serve and spread joy!

[@katherinebelk8398]

@sandra in Ontario sharing your extra starts is an amazing way to spread the gift and joy!

[@angelajackson7059]

How beautiful your voice is for our Father!! Thank you Jess!

[@hannahsmith5651]

Thank you Jess….I’ve been having a conversation with my niece who is in her early 20s, I have been praying for her for a long time to come back to Jesus. Just last night I said to her. We are here when you are ready to come “home”, referencing the prodigal son. So much of what you said speaks to me about her. She said, it’s been so long since I have heard God. I know I am in darkness. She is a single mom, veteran, cancer survivor and I just want her to come home . Please pray for her with me. Her name is Melissa.

[@milliethemillinator3154]

❤🙏

[@Alexis_9339]

Praying

[@Mekare40503]

Melissa will be lifted up in my prayers.

[@bethanyfields4706]

Oh, Abba! Thank You for sharing Melissa's name with us through her Aunt Hannah. She obviously loves her very much but You gave Your very life so that Melissa could stand before the Lord, covered, cleansed from every failure and despicable plan of the enemy. Please prepare her heart to Hear You speak. Plow that hard baked ground. Make it soft and pliable. Open her eyes to Your truth, love, righteousness and peace. Bind the spirits of loss, abandonment, rage, hate, doubt, and hopelessness. Remove Melissa's heart of stone and replace it with Your heart of flesh. Set her apart for Your glory and for Your kingdom! In Jesus I pray. Amen

[@cynthiafisher9907]

@@bethanyfields4706 Maybe just let her know she is loved?

[@beealll3475]

Oh Jess, that was absolutely beautiful. I have known Jesus all my life, I’m old enough to be your grandmother and you just delivered one of the most powerfully anointed and from the heart sermons I have ever heard. You were not standing behind a pulpit in a church building before a captured live congregation but..exactly where you were suppose to..under your oak tree with it’s green leaves sitting in your children’s swing doing your Fathers business. You, young woman, are a blessed gift from God. Not only to your family and friends, but to thousands of people you may or may not ever come to know. May God continue to Bless you, Jess, for being obedient❤️

[@barbaramarion4363]

Amen Amen ❤❤❤❤

[@BlessedStacy]

Amen 💕

[@dredhorse100]

I agree completely. Jess you are loved we all are loved.❤

[@gemmaavary4996]

Amen and Amen ♡♡♡

[@ireneturner2944]

Amen, Amen, Amen 🙏 ❤❤❤

[@lauren7841]

I love your devotionals. Thank you

[@worleyhavenhomestead1448]

About 5 years ago God spoke to us to buy more land, we bought 56 acres for what we were going to pay for 10 acres, Definitely a gift from God, we starting using medicinal herbs, growing our own food, and homeschooling our kids, we KNOW in our hearts God was preparing us ahead of time for all that is happening now and I am So thankful God spoke to us and we trusted and obeyed!

[@connievillegas8024]

Proud of you! Well said! God is preparing us for the coming storm. He tells me who takes cares of a mother who is 91 and has advanced altimeters and a husband with cancer. The storm is real. I am gardening and canning. Responsible for both these wonderful people. His grace is sufficient. That is my belief.

[@liezelpienaar268]

Amen. Thank you for this word. 🙏🏻

[@TaylorRaine]

I love these devotionals more than all of your other videos. The ones I have watched have stuck with me. You truly have a gift. I needed this message today, and I thank you so much for giving it ❤️

[@sandrainontario6710]

Me too. I have downloaded them so I can listen on my phone in my car.

[@candacenagle505]

As others have said below, I don't consider myself an orthodox Christian. But I believe you can give the loving presence many names...it will still be that same green leaf, that same blue sky, that same deep love. So I always listen to you with an open and appreciative heart. I feel the storm and I receive your testimony with a grateful heart. From your message I am encouraged to listen even more deeply to the great mystery that is guiding my life. And I love you dearly for all that you do.

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

The same deep love 😭😭👏👏

[@ruthwakeman3877]

Love your devotionals so much!!❤

[@clarissathompson]

Like many, I’m sure, I don’t believe the same way you do, but as you say, the leaves are green even though we speak a different language. Just because some of us don’t practice the same belief doesn’t mean we don’t share hope, faith, and works. I love your devotional videos, thank you for sharing your lovely spirit and making people’s lives a little better everyday. Blessings and love to all❤️

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

Thank you for being here with me with such kindness.

[@riniewebb6855]

I know now why I am drawn to you.

[@judypittas4324]

I was going to reply but saw your response Clarissa and You said what I was going to say so amen to you an Jess.

[@fiberandfox]

My husband : "isn't she the one who grows tomatoes?" "Sometimes she does that. And sometimes she gets her preach on" Thanks for being bold. We choose the storm with you. 💕

[@southernladywithmanyhats7428]

lol

[@lastchancehomestead5116]

My husband always says she missed her calling , she should preach. Is say oh hunny she does in every video you just have to open your eyes and ears and see it and feel it! she didnt miss a thing she just deliveries it in a way many , many of us can openly receive.

[@BlessedStacy]

I choose the storm too!! God bless you. 💕

[@CleverCassandra]

Amen!

[@SPshaun]

@@lastchancehomestead5116 Well said!

[@ericamcguigan3154]

Beauty in it's glory. Thank you for saying it so well, we appreciate you and bless you. Amen

[@sylviastreet5383]

Dear Jess, you are truly making a difference in “this storm”. Your sincerity and passion are wrapped in a message of connecting faith and life. I applaud you for risking this message on a very public format and anyone who needs to feel the nudge should have the opportunity to hear your message. You have a gift and someday I hope to wrap my arms around you and feel your spirit. God bless you as your share, teach, and impact others.

[@millmallory]

Thank you, Jesus, for using Jess and for giving her the strength to be so vulnerable and obedient to Your leading. I’ve strayed from my trust in You, and maybe I’ve never surrendered to the fullness of that trust. I thank you, Father, for speaking to me tonight. You always know exactly what we need even if we don’t. I needed to hear Your words in this way. I NEEDED that moment when Jess was led to lean close and tell us her face was right there. In that moment, Father, I heard You speaking to me, I FELT it. And I needed it. I’m coming Home. I’m scared, I’m tired , I’m broken, and I’ve had a horrible attitude in my heart and spirit. But I’m coming Home. I’ve known for so long that I couldn’t do this thing called life without You, I just didn’t know how to come back. Now I realize I didn’t have to know how. I just needed to tell you I’m coming. You’ll show me how. I love You, Jesus. And I miss You.

[@tanyabrayer]

I'm right behind you, Carolyn. 💛

[@natashajayne4431]

So vulnerable. So happy for you, thanks for sharing!

[@bethanyfields4706]

Hallelujah!!! Welcome home!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼

[@nahnisjourney1406]

The very moment you repented in your heart, the Father’s loving arms opened to you, welcoming you back home. I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU! Welcome back home, Dear Sister, welcome home! ♥️

[@nahnisjourney1406]

@@tanyabrayer Welcome back Home to you as well! I’m SO HAPPY FOR YOU as well!!! Welcome Home!!! ♥️♥️♥️

[@NJK-777]

Hallelujah, hallelujah!!! Such a beautiful experience to see a young woman speak like this. God bless you. 🙏🏼❤️❤️❤️

[@lindseyreeves1390]

Jess, I've listened to this again and again. You say something very prophetic that I don't think you even realize you are saying. Everytime you mention the leaves are green... this parable comes to my mind. “Now learn this parable from the fig tree: When its branch has already become tender and puts forth leaves, you know that summer is near. So you also, when you see all these things, know that it is near-at the doors! Assuredly, I say to you, this generation will by no means pass away till all these things take place. Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away." Matthew 24:32-35 ❤

[@dee22466]

amen

[@providencegrove4600]

YES & AMEN!!!!!!!!!

[@mariehenriksen67]

FINALLY! FINALLY!! Somebody speaks from a Christian perspective without the doom and gloom . Yippee! Yahoo! Thank you Father for blessing Jess and giving her the language to reach your son's and daughters,not with fear and gloom,but with the hope and peace of the coming transition. This is WHAT the preacher should have been preaching but didn't. God bless you Jessica. And He certainly has!

[@LB-eh5fz]

MARIE,,, YES ,YOU SAID IT RIGHT,,♥️🙏🏼♥️

[@rebeccaschwab8563]

I agree with this sentiment! Where are our pastors during all this?! Walking on eggshells, too scared to speak? They HAVE TO feel all this coming too, surely! I say this not with judgement, but with sadness because of the ones who need to hear it and won't because of those with influence too scared to stand. Thank God for people like Jess!

[@egnamangaroo5657]

Am2

[@deirdregoss9864]

Thank you Jess for this beautiful devotional! I love you sister!

[@kaylynnr8003]

@@rebeccaschwab8563 because the cucked to get a 501C3 tax status.

[@tiffanycrain1791]

Thank you, Jess. Thank you for being you. You are such a gift to all of us. That was unforgettable. I love you, too.

[@Andreajane238]

Hi Jess I am a cradle catholic from the UK and our prayer group also thinks a ‘storm’ is coming, whatever that looks like needs to happen. What I wasn’t prepared for was the passion and eloquence that you used to send your message. God uses everyday people IF they open their heart to him and let him in. Thank you for not being afraid to share his message and let the Holy Spirit use you. I spent most of the last 45 mins in tears, knowing what you were saying was the truth, but it was said in such a powerful and pray full way. May God bless you abundantly x

[@teresaprice5070]

Yes, yes, YESSS! A thousand times, YES!! You are a gift to the world for such a time as this! 😍 💖

[@sweettennesseelife1665]

Bless you Jess! I can not tell you the blessing you have been to me with this devotional. You have renewed me. I was living feeling hopeless and defeated in what is coming. Praises. There is a living God.

[@jessicamorgan6507]

Yesterday was the first time of hearing about you. My mother watches your videos and made me sit down before going to work to watch you. I was about to miss everything you shared here, thinking of excuses why I had to hurry off to get to work/ telling my mom that I could listen to it on the way there. I am so grateful that I took that time in her living room to focus and listen to what you said. Something that stuck out to me was your mention that God will not let anything “block” his love flowing to me (may not have been your exact words, but close I think😉). I block his love from me, though. So I prayed about it. While watching your video I had left my phone in my car and it got overheated and had to cool down so I couldn’t use it immediately. I cooled it off with my air conditioner and when it finally came back on “coincidentally” my bible app came up automatically and the verse/direct words from God that I had been needing to hear was right there in front of me. Isaiah 41:13. Thank you for this video as it resonates with me in a divine manner. I am so grateful for you. Sorry about the novel I just wrote but yesterday something changed and it was powerful and you were part of it so I had to share it with you. ❤️

[@nicolejohnson638]

I don’t have the words to convey what this message is to me. It came at the perfect time. I’ve been in a valley, but this, this- is God’s Spirit ministering to me through you! THANK YOU for your faithfulness.

[@dee22466]

in a valley too may God bless and keep u through the storm God bless

[@brentsnyder7354]

Thank you for sharing these truths. You are lifting up all who hear your voice. Amen!

[@chasitycrews1198]

I stumbled across a video of yours awhile ago and began watching your channel. In one of your garden tours I remember thinking to myself that this lady is so lovely and beautiful. Something about her glows so brightly within that i am able to see it from the outside. That beauty and grace I see is exactly what you said you wanted to see in others. I, and millions of others Im certain, see God in you. It's a beautiful thing to behold and we are all blessed that you have been able to speak your words so kindly and affectionately into each of us. The world needs more dreamers, thinkers, doers, and believers like you. I'm positive if you keep speaking the truth it will cause a ripple effect that will facilitate just that. Thank you so much for your honesty and graciousness....and to think, I stumbled upon you just trying to find an easier way to grow carrots. ❤❤❤❤

[@BettyWhiteJr]

Jess, you’re a heart whisperer. You speak to the hearts of so many people in such a poetic and quietly profound way. I think the best mark we can leave on this world is the mark we leave on the hearts of others, and you have lovingly marked each and every heart that follows you. The world is blessed to have you!

[@sandyegrindle278]

Thank you. I needed to hear this today. May God richly bless you.

[@jtharp9265]

Amen , we losted our youngest only Daughter at age 19 April ann ulrich Killed infront of Mr, her dad & my father suddenly & it took my who life away , even tho my precious Daughter always went to church every Wednesday & Sunday and helped every place she was needed. Our oldest Sons in their 30's it truly hurt them . April had just Graduated Highschool 5 months b4 . She was so looking forward to becoming a veterinarian, but We will never see her get married, have a child , or hear her laugh . Her bedroom is the same as the day she left for the theater ,. I seemed justice & got justice after almost 3 years , but it didn't bring her back home, I talked to her daily, I started gardening again last year , as I've always gardened , but I couldn't get out of her beds , my older Sons & husband talked to Mr that our beautiful daughter would want me to teach her nieces our granddaughters how to garden, fish & hunt by my father . God bless my daughters graduation Bible, I pick it up.daily & spend several hours through out the day , even while im in our biggest garden we have ever made this year , as its so therapeutic for me & GOD IS GOOD . It took me several years to get back to GOD , as like other Angel moms we all wounder WHY our child !!!!!! But ive come to realize GOD HAS my April & NOW my dad waiting for my time... God bless you jess , I needed to hear this again today .... You are amazing sweetheart Mrs Josette Tharp Montgomery County , Texas 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💜💜💜💜💜💜💕

[@maryarcher8484]

⁹99

[@milliethemillinator3154]

1000%! As I cry while typing this out.

[@donnacochran3335]

@@jtharp9265 as a mother of just one daughter and sons also I can't begin to imagine what you've gone through. The fact that you are still alive is a testimony to your strength and the faithfulness of God to carry you/us when we can't stand. Some days breathing is all you can do. I'm proud of you not just making a garden to teach your grandchildren to garden but the BIGGEST garden you've ever had. WOW! A job well done, good and faithful servant. I'm sure you make our Abba proud!

[@nathandiesel6709]

I have had so many great and amazing connections with our Lord outside of the church. I have never felt closer to him than when I am out in his creation. God Bless you Jess! Thank you for sharing your vulnerability.

[@sabbaticusfarm]

Oh Jess... someday when I finally get to meet you, I'm likely going to fall at your feet sobbing and thanking you over and over. My reaction shouldn't be misconstrued as me worshipping you and instead as being absolutely wrecked by the massive glory of God... that He put you and me and all the other wonderful people I've met as a result of watching you together as a body, a family. Thank you for stepping out in obedience with this and all your vlogs. Thank you for this devotional. Just thank you ❤️

[@Cindyd-k3e]

I met them earlier this year and started crying.

[@sabbaticusfarm]

@@Cindyd-k3e They've absolutely changed my life and the lives of my whole family, even the extended ones!

[@milliethemillinator3154]

AAAAAAAMEN! I so feel the same way. I. AM. UNDONE. WHOO! 🙏👊💥🔥

[@psychGma11]

Oh my dear Jess, in all my 63 years on this planet I have never heard the word of God spoken so eloquently and passionately. He is delivering his message through you, He has moved in you to something so fiercely real that I heard every word in my heart. Your love for humanity is evident God has used you to spread the word. Yes, I have felt this storm coming as well and I have witnessed the change in your own delivery of being prepared and finally God has brought you to deliver this message. The storm will be hard, we are most definitely living through one of the most monumental times in history and we will bare witness to that as we come out the other side victorious walking with God. I hear you. You moved me. And I am blessed by it.

[@Nan-NawfromFL]

Bless his holy name that you and Miah are hand in hand together going through life in follwing the Lord. Bless you both and the children love you all your 80 yr old Nan-Naw in Florida. I too believe as you do.

[@amandasmith2768]

All the percents. Literally all of them. Well said sweet friend. This is every single thing I’ve been feeling and my circle has been discussing. Spot on Love, spot on.

[@jsloan9610]

Land sakes, Jess!! I’m so glad I wasn’t at the grocery store when I listened to this. I was crying my eyes out in my backyard where I was trying to pull weeds. Praise God for your boldness. I will listen again when I can sit and concentrate (and cry all over again) Big blessings over you and your family. 💕💕💕

[@thatlibertygal]

I’m trying to organize my homeschool supplies and curriculum, and had to sit and just let myself bawl. I love her strength within her softness and compassion. Amen, @Roots and Rufuge

[@botanicalbecca8443]

Amen!! 🙏🏼💗 Blessing us all with such deeply resonating words.

[@tawniewolf3325]

For those that cry hearing a beautiful devotional like this, know God. Bless you and yours JSloan! God is great!

[@marking-time-gardens]

@@tawniewolf3325 Amen! Just keep listening for His still small voice... He speaks when we listen...🥰🌻🐛

[@nikkiturnmire8303]

Thank you. You bless me every time until the next time. You exude Jesus’ gentle and lowly heart through your sweet, spunky self even when you aren’t speaking His name. Thank you for listening to the nudging of the Holy Spirit and being brave in sharing. You are loved by so many, me included. As Christians we are called to disciple, and through your Garden Tours and wooed heart for the beautiful, Jesus is using you as a tool to reach folks with your global audience. So again, thank you. Thank you for being your unique self and sharing your raw with us. ❤️

[@tamieparton487]

Wow Jess!! Go girl!!!!! Blessings upon blessings! I have always enjoyed your devotional videos so much, but wow....this one kinda left me speechless...and in tears. Keep walking...and talking girl! xxoxox

[@fishnapples]

Oh my, Jess..as I'm wiping tears off my cheeks after answering my husband that I'm crying because you're praying for us all. Truth is, I've been watching you for some 2 + years, and recently, my husband mentioned that I should write you to let you know what an encouragement you are and have been. This is my third season gardening, as of right now have no idea where or how I'm going to get the soil I need to plant my tomatoes and the rest of my plants, but have been praying for His provision and I know it will come! The urgency you've been speaking about has been deeply felt in me, too. Trying to convince my husband to let us get chickens is an uphill battle, but we've tripled our garden space!! I bless and love you, back, Jess, and cannot WAIT to visit y'all's store when it opens!! Road trip is tentatively in the books!!( although with gas prices as they are, we may have to truly save for it...). You are not alone here, and are treasured and loved. Thank you. Press on toward the goal to win the prize of God’s heavenly calling in Christ Jesus!! WE'RE RUNNING WITH YOU! Philippians 3:14 BSB

[@judywisecable6866]

Oh how I needed that!! Thank you for being obedient. May God richly bless you. I will listen again and again. Abba, I need you.

[@CC-lv1ox]

I love you @roots and refuge Jess! Thank you for sharing TRUTH and your devoted walk with Jesus. I am public with my Christian walk too. Your vulnerability is a sign of bravery and also wisdom and character! Thank you my friend for all of your gifts and glorifying Yeshua! 🙏 Amen

[@ronjackson3551]

As a Pastor for about sixty years; This is the most powerful, God given messages of my lifetime. Thank you for your witness to those who need a Word from God through His Holy Spirit!

[@HealyMeans]

hi Jess 🤗 all I can say is ... thank you. I was half asleep when I heard your voice and thought I was dreaming. when I realized I wasn't, I listened intently to the rest, shared it and am listening again now and will play again when I have time to read through my bible while listening. I saved this to my watch later playlist to go back to it periodically. so yeah ‐ thank you. be safe. be well. and be blessed.

[@fairytale_after_dark6696]

And sometimes The Lord uses a girl named Jess, to pray for us and help us hear the words we most needed to hear. There was no more important message I needed to hear, Jess. I've felt so unworthy and it has hindered my connection to God....it has weighed so heavily on my soul...but I hear his words through you. Thank you so much, from the bottom of my heart, Thank you. X

[@hjill76]

Your words touched me in such a visceral level. God has shown me the approaching storm in a dream. It was powerful and mighty, but my family was safe. Those corrupting our world and reveling in evil were not. God has led my husband and me to put in our first garden, get chickens, cut wood, can food, and much more. We had to dip into savings to purchase a lot of what was needed. One day recently, I was fretting over my savings account being smaller, and He whispered, “I AM your savings account.” He speaks to us all the time. We just have to talk and listen and find our rhythm with Him. He truly is a LIVING God.

[@MsKscove]

Thank you for your openness. It is rare. We love you too!

[@lizzy3505]

I needed this today as someone who is on their own journey please don’t ever not share what’s in your heart because of what some will say or think because some of us love to hear this❤

[@SuperSarahbop]

Same I needed this hope and the strength of her word

[@mishkabrownley5039]

Yes and amen 💕 He delivered me of crippling fear and anxiety many years ago. I have learned to distinguish His voice from others, because His always gives me peace in my heart. Even when the message is intense, even when there is a warning. His voice is one of assurance and steadiness. May many hearts turn to Him today because of your faithfulness Jess ❤️.

[@susanforrester2187]

Thankyou. I so needed to hear this. God bless you. ❤

[@lindseyreeves1390]

"Then I said, “I will not make mention of Him, Nor speak anymore in His name.” But His word was in my heart like a burning fire Shut up in my bones; I was weary of holding it back, And I could not." Jeremiah 20:9 🔥❤ Thank you for not holding it back Jess ❤

[@marking-time-gardens]

AMEN!

[@patriotmama]

Amen! So true. Now is the time for us, as Christians to stand up and tell the world that Jesus Christ is alive and with us. We are all to be together and encourage one another for the good. We are commanded to go and spread the Gospel and He will be with us. Thank you Jess!

[@Shyshytown78]

I COMPLETELY agree with all that you’ve said. Youve spoken exactly how I feel. I feel the Holy Spirit telling me to learn, grow, prepare and lead others to understand that Christs return is eminent. The Bible is alive and prophecies are being fulfilled. Thank you Jess for speaking so boldly and lovingly to us about Christ! We needed this. God bless and keep you with the ability to continue your message ❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@TMMichaelis]

Thank you for being obedient to our living Father Yehweh. I have been hearing much the same message. We, I need to seek to walk with Him in The Garden.

[@jmadsen6118]

AMEN! I left "the church" almost 50 years ago but never let go of my Heavenly Father. Your beautiful testimony is very much needed RIGHT NOW as many of us know that the storm is upon us. We feel it coming, a necessary cleansing storm, as in the days of old. May our earth be washed clean of all that is unholy and may we see the God Spark in each other as we walk the path back to The Garden. I love you Jess!

[@KayDG2011]

Amen, I hope you find a loving church family to fellowship with others in the body of Christ. I left the church for a while but came to realize that the Devil tries to separate us from the flock, from support and from others that we can help at church. God bless you and I hope you take in what I’ve said. Xoxo

[@maryannshupe6436]

I call you “ my little homesteader”. A few years ago I found you on KZbin, I thought I knew why. I thought I found you so you could teach me to garden. Oh how wonderful to learn to garden for real, something to do in my retirement… I listened to this sitting in my beautiful garden, drinking my coffee and as the tears just poured from my eyes and my heart felt like it was going to burst I realized I found you so you could bring me home…..I’ve been church hurt, I’ve been life hurt and I’ve self hurt. I felt your prayer in my soul…..Thank You for showing me the open door I thought was closed.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

I’m so glad this touched your heart and made a difference.

[@thelees-livinginhislight]

Welcome home ! 💕

[@melessiabates814]

Oh, woman of God! I Am so excited to be living in these times! I am 62 years old and love to meeting others that Worship our God, Yeshua, with Passion. Tho raised in a Christian home with Ministers for parents, I hit the rode at 17 to find out what was in the world, that I had been so sheltered from. On Sunday, December 7, 1986, at a small church in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, I ran to the alter and gave what was left of me to my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He so lovingly took my fragile and very broken life and during all these years since that day, He is making something so beautiful of my life in Him. He went into the potters garbage heap, and took what was broken and impossible with man, and made me into a usable vessel in His Kingdom! Thank you for sharing this Word from the Lord with us. God Bless You!

[@Jennian_M]

"You can be the ripest, juiciest peach in the world and there's still going to be someone who hates peaches". In other words, you do you girl. I'm of a different spirituality than you and that's okay. I still watch these devotionals because I value your content and I value you as a person.

[@tinatippin5705]

I have just watched this for the second time. This time my husband watched with me. You looked directly at me in the video, and I felt your passion again. When it was over my husband said, I really like that young gal. She spoke the truth and her prayer was powerful. Then he asked me if I had written to you. It was huge for me to hear him say those things. I wanted you to know this and be encouraged. The honesty is, I love you back. It just felt too silly to maybe tell you that. I see you every day, but we have never actually met. I think now maybe you understand.

[@naturalbeauty25]

Thank you so much Jess! God used you to answer my prayers. I've been through church hurt, intense grief, and times of depression and feeling like God could never forgive me for my mistakes. But God has been speaking and He spoke through you today! I sometimes have dreams and feelings too but have no one to talk to who will understand. So I will do what God told you to do, the next thing. Much love and blessings from Ohio! ❤️

[@lisaens]

Jess, I didn’t think I could adore you more! I was wrong…..This song has been running through my mind for weeks! Yeshua, “All my life you have been faithful. All my life you have been so, so good. With every breath that I am able, I will sing of the goodness of God.” Thank you Jess! You are loved!!

[@sandrainontario6710]

The song running through my mind especially today says "Jireh you are enough. I will be content in any circumstance, Jireh you are enough."

[@Meg_Davis]

I love that song

[@leahmanning2545]

How can someone you’ve never met change the trajectory of your life, of your soul? Jess, I want to thank you. Thank you for being bold. Thank you for being brave. Thank you for being a messenger. Thank you for being a beacon of light and hope in a time of darkness. Thank you for planting a seed of hope and love in the hearts of so many. I have been following you for a few years now. During that time, you have instilled a passion for gardening and the belief that despite others’ lack of confidence and opposition, I could actually grow food for my family. It has been a slow journey - from buying your first book, to ordering seed catalogs and over $100 work of seeds, to planting them and watching as my lack of experience and weather conditions beyond my control killed every single one of my little plants in my first garden, to going back to the drawing board and starting again. Your sweet, gentle, poetic vlogs have given me hope even when I was buried in a hole of grief, trauma, and pain. Like many others in recent years, I’ve felt lost. I gave my soul to Christ as a teen and He saved me from following through on ending my life during one of the darkest seasons of my life. I had so much fire! All I wanted or cared about was learning and sharing the Word. The truth. I felt His presence but I have stumbled, tripped, and taken what I thought would be shortcuts in my life’s journey. I lost focus and sight of Him. In recent years I barely remember the peace and hope I once had. I’ve wandered so far away from God, I was unsure if I’d ever make it back... or that He would even want me back, for that matter. I’ve been in the world so long that I’ve become confused, and disoriented - not knowing truth from evil lies. Once again, I found myself so overwhelmed with anxiety, hopelessness, and now a new and unfamiliar dislike for the human race. I hate what we’ve done to our planet, soil, bodies, and souls. I hate that people are so rude, cruel, and selfish. I know that is a strong word but it is truly how I’ve felt… until today. I asked God for a sign. I asked Him to please let me know that I’m not foolish for turning to Him (because the world has tried to convince me that even if there was a God, why would he care about me?) Your devotional this morning confirmed that for me. I felt like you were speaking directly to me. You have a beautiful way of connecting with us. I cried! I prayed! I rejoiced! Thank you for being vulnerable and obedient to the Lord, Jess. I heard what I needed to hear! The prodigal son is a special story for me. I have been so foolish thinking I could live in this world without relying on our Father. I have so much shame. How could someone who had such a strong connection with God at one-time wonder so far off track? I’ve been so lost and hopeless! I know God has great things planned for my life, otherwise, the Devil wouldn’t constantly repeat these lies. You have graciously given me hope for our future, for our children’s future, and the ability to forgive myself for my constant failures. We may never meet face to face but just know you have been a friend when I had no one. Thank you, Jess. I bless you!!! Leah

[@jeremiahthelion]

My heart is singing listening to you. I don't know how else to describe it!

[@dcnorcal]

I’m definitely “wrecked”. I’ve always felt when I hear a devotional it’s exactly what I needed to hear at that time in my life. God is speaking to me through you,Jess, and for that I am grateful. You came into my life at a time of anxiety, anxiety like I’ve never felt before. It’s been almost 5 years since and I still feel like God brought you into my life through KZbin. Thank you for reminding me.

[@dianalarkin3868]

Amen. Iam so glad you hear the holly spirit .and send the message.

[@tiffany02020]

It’s so out of character for me to watch your devotionals, as much as I love your content. To say I have religious trauma is a bit of an understatement. Growing up a closet lesbian in a very religious (7th day Adventist’s) family I have negative trust in organized religion. Even as I grew up and away from my family I still have always had a knee jerk reaction to anyone religious. Unfortunately, I’ve been in a place of mind where if I’m a bigot about any group of ppl, it’d be religious ppl. Watching your channel has been indescribably healing for me in terms of my ability to trust religious people. It’s been a constant reminder that not all religious people are trying to convert me or change me or “save me”. Your blessing at the end of your videos makes me smile instead of feel defensive. And that’s a big step for me. I know I’m just a stranger and you’re prob being inundated with comments on this one about religion but idk. You’re a weirdly huge part of my daily life and I just wanted to share the affect you’ve had. I’ll never be religious, I’ll never want to go to church, I’ll never pray and all that. But I love what you said about how it doesn’t matter how you label the color of the trees, the color is still there. And that’s okay.

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

Thank you for trusting me and for sharing yourself in this comment. It is a great honor to me to have you here.

[@Justme-jb7fk]

God bless you Jess. Thank you for this. 🇺🇸🙏❤️

[@sherryjohnson3804]

Amen Jess, he will use anything to speak to us, art music people whatever he needs to reach us, thank you for your obedience to the leading of his spirit🙏🤗

[@harvestenthusiast4519]

Amen!

[@jillslocum3336]

“You start walking down that road and He *RUNS* to meet you.” yes, he really does. Thank you for answering the call, Jess 💛

[@tracinixon5820]

What a beautiful devotional

[@kaitlynglenn6289]

Thank you so much for this message. I have been listening to all of your devotionals on repeat the past few days and listened to this one on the way to the hospital to be with my daughter in the NICU. Today is day 38 for her to be in there, and I had been feeling so hopeless. This morning, I gave her healing to God. And since I got here she has taken full bottles at both of her feedings, which is our last big hurdle to get home. Thank you so much for spreading a message of hope.

[@marking-time-gardens]

PRAISE THE LORD!!! Thank you Lord Jesus! May your little one continue to prosper, to go home to be with her family as a testament of Your great love. Thank you in Your precious name Savior... Amen.!

[@lynettasmith3859]

Strengthen this little one in your name, dear Jesus!! Be with her mom and family as they look to you!! May they feel your very real peace and life-giving presence. Amen

[@natashajayne4431]

Praise God!! Just want to say I randomly found your comment and also had a Nicu baby, feel free to reach out to connect. Praying for healing!

[@deborahbarone1465]

Yahweh, I pray for the continued hurdles this little one has to go through. I pray that you give her parents a new hope and a new understanding that there is NOTHING too big for you! Put a hedge of protection all around these parents, this precious girlie and all the medical staff assigned to her. I’m speaking forth her healing in your precious name Jesus! Give this family peace and the ability to give themselves grace. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@kmm1254]

I've felt a sense of urgency for about 6 months now that we need to move and become more self reliant. I watched one of your videos back in March or April and you said something that spoke to me so much that I wrote it down. You said "Urgency does not always mean fear- sometimes it's just the prompting that says 'hey, it's time to move' ". I'm proud to say that my husband and I bought a house on an acre and will be moving our family in the next few weeks. I feel so at peace and feel confident that God used you as well as countless others to point us in this direction and He is paving the way beautifully. Thanks for your heart and your vulnerability ❤️

[@Meg_Davis]

I'm so happy for you, Kristen!!! Praise God!

[@milliethemillinator3154]

So, so happy and blessed by your blessing! I hope to share a similar story soon. 🙏❤🔥

[@TiffanyalmazanLifeOfJoie]

I too felt the urgency to move, to get out of the system and to Grow Food. We have our 3 acre homestead now and in this our first Summer grow season I simply can’t stop planting and starting new seeds. I feel so at peace here finally and yet still I can’t do anything but go outside and build yet another veggie bed. Congrats on your new home and for following where you are being led. 💜☺️

[@ItstheMinme]

Thank you! If all of us hear and do what He put in our individual special heart and gifted to do….. what an awesomely fierce army of goodness ww will be

[@gary3696]

Jess, you answered/quieted a pain in my heart and a blemish on my soul that has bothered me for over 50 years. Oh, how I wish we had a neighbor or friend like you. You are indeed blessed with the ability to speak the words of Y-wh and Yas-ha, thank you, please Keep up your ministry, you speak directly to my heart sister.

[@BlessedStacy]

I feel the same. Maybe we all need to get out there and extend friendship to our neighbors. I’m sure everyone is struggling at life right now.

[@KristinaBakerSmith]

There is SOME good in social media! 😁 A virtual friend is better than none😎

[@brylynt53]

“I choose the storm.” This sentence spoke to me. Yes, Jess, I will stand strong in the midst of the storm with Jesus by my side. Best wishes 🌸

[@alanajerome470]

Yes that sentence spoke to me also.

[@charlesbrooks5003]

Me too. I choose the storm 💚

[@donniwaltz1911]

i agree IF the storm means that we will do better. but the storm will KILL many more than it already is. the storm is already here as far as i can tell. my heart breaks that that will be a part of whatever result we manage. what will that look like if the extremists will burn the village to save the soul-in their minds? they will call it Love, too-watch and see. we need to reign in the extremists-everywhere-recognize them isolate them and help them with their minds so they do not continue to give us a storm every generation if we even get another before they burn the world up..

[@tanyalucas6997]

Thank you for this video. 💜💜💜

[@shandysgarden]

I always take away some beautiful sentiments, even though I need to translate them a bit because I'm not a christian, I love your videos... Every single one of them! You've taught me to be bold and brave. Find beauty in everything. You've taught me how to learn again. You've inspired me in every way a person can. You are an integral part of my life now. I support you and I know that you support me. No matter what we believe. You are such a rare flower, Jess. And I know you'll never stop growing! We are also fortunate to witness you blossoming through your life. Thanks as always. ❤️

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

This blesses my heart so much. Thank you for being here with me

[@rayyoung7780]

Whew! That was well done my sister. A word of encouragement about looking at how WWII people survived shortages. Look beyond the war years. Those folks had been through the depression. They learned how to do without then not because there were shortages but because they didn’t have money or jobs. They have a lot to teach us us. Back to your “devotion.” ( I might call it a testimony or even a sermon - whatever).It was beautifully done and heartfelt. And will be received by many as oil on their troubled souls. And ignore the naysayers.

[@kittenmixer812]

Love your personality. So glad I found your videos. Thank you for being you. Truly.

[@nicolephillips9991]

I describe it differently but I really enjoyed listening to your words this morning. I think all of humanity needs to listen to the world around them and really hear. We need to take care of the earth and that begins with taking care of each other and realizing that we are all a part of the same thing. We are all a part of the earth. For so long people have become invested in themselves and no one else. Instead of loving everyone, they decide to hate those who appear different from the outside. But we are all the same. I have been feeling the desire to grow food and move and speak. You helped me see that I need to trust that feeling. Thank you. I hope others watch this video and gain insight into their own lives. All is not lost but it does require people to listen. I have gotten there a different way but if you reach even one person this way; if you convince one person to rethink their life; to stop and listen; to look at another person with love instead of hate, I will be so glad. It will be one drop. One drop that can turn into many. Thank you for your videos.

[@mandyjenkins25]

Jess, This video was so very touching and much needed in the time and world we are in now! Many are hungry and this is a great word for someone. Thank you for being bold and stepping out of the boat and obeying Yah to share this. May Yah bless you and keep you, may his face shine upon you.

[@jtharp9265]

Amen

[@LB-eh5fz]

IM IN MY BED WEEPING, AT 3:00am AS I WATCH YOU IM SHAKING ,IM A GREAT GRANNY,, I NEEDED THAT JESS,,I NEEDED TO HEAR THAT ,,, WE NEED SOMEONE TO STAND UP AND TELL US THIS,,, YOU FED ME, I CANT TYPE IM CRYING ,,JESS PLEASE DO THIS MORE OFTEN ,,,YOUR WORDS FED ME ♥️

[@LoriHakaMyHeartCries]

She certainly has the power of the Holy Spirit speaking through her words!!🙏🙏🙏 I 100% agree. I'm going to pull out my dusty old Bible and ask God to Open my Spiritual Eyes and Heart and Make HIS Words Living in me!!!!🙏🙏❤❤❤❤

[@LB-eh5fz]

My Heart Cries JESS HAS AWAKENED SOMETHING IN US SHE HAS FED ME WITH THE WORDS FROM HER MOUTH ,,,I CRIED ,,,JESS IS THE REAL DEAL,,NO FAKERY IN HER,,, I LOVE THIS GIRL,, SHE IS OUR SHEPHERD I AM HER SHEEP ,, I CANT EXPLAIN HOW I FEEL ,,ITS POWERFUL,,♥️

[@nancyschwartz5665]

@@LB-eh5fz Oh sweet one! She will be the first to tell you that Jesus is your shepherd. His love is pouring through her to your heart and is healing you. I am praying that you will find those near you that can be your people, your community, your friends in the flesh.

[@dee22466]

me too dear one im in tears God bless you hold on dont give up or let go He has you in the palm of his hands

[@judymorgan319]

Thank You Father for speaking to her♥️

[@debrarandall6913]

I watched this today. I knew from the start that I loved you. He DOES speak to us. He HAS spoken to me. I have been through some horrible things in my lifetime, but I never been alone. God bless you Jess. And thank you.

[@godsconstruction]

It's been a while since we had a devotional, we appreciate it Jess It's right on time as Jesus, Yahweh, Abba is 🙏🙏🙌🙌 #blessings

[@09echols]

Yes we do!

[@roxanne8798]

Amen, Jess! As Christians, we are called to spread the gospel of Jesus. Not all people are ready to hear it, but you are planting the seed! When you talked about the storm, it reminded me of the song Praise You In The Storm by Casting Crowns. Even in the midst of a storm, He NEVER leaves us!!

[@danakenoyer106]

Bless you Jess. What a great truth you have spoken by the leading of the Spirit. Thank you for being so brave.

[@tanyabrayer]

Such a great song!!! 🎶 "You are who You are, No matter where I am" 🎶 💛💛💛

[@jenniferdavis9937]

God bless you Jess and your family! Thank you for allowing the Lord speak through you to SO MANY! He is smiling down at you and is SO PROUD of His beautiful daughter in her obedience to Him! You’re words are powerful and speak truth and are so encouraging ❤️

[@aam-td5ff]

Lovely devotoinal Jess! I love hearing you use the Hebrew words for some of the bibical stuff. I noticed you quoted the verse about him Being a jealous God and thought you would like this fun fact. In the ancient Hebrew the word we translated as jealous actually means more like the protection a mother bird has over its baby's; the type of protection out of pure love. Its much deeper than our modern meaning of jealous.

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

I love that so much!!!!

[@threestrandshomegrown]

I needed to hear this. I've been feeling the same things for several years now and having dreams that keep me up at night. Dreams that demands and people are coming against my children and I'm standing alone to defend them. I go outside and feel whirlwinds when the wind isn't blowing. It all settled down for me when I expanded my garden in 2020. Gave me a break and some peace. Now it all stirred back up a few months ago with unsettlement and dreams every night all night. I do not have anyone to talk to about this who understands and it makes my husband nervous because he doesn't understand. When I have tried to get it all off my shoulders people see me as dramatic or making it up. Part of me started wondering if I was at times. I am not a news watcher because I don't trust what any of them are saying and I know what's going on without surrounding myself with it. I know that I need to stay focussed and not get distracted so the news is not puting these things in my head. You don't know me or know anything about me, yet God has helped you reach me and let me know that I'm not alone. I don't know what's coming either or what I'm supposed to do to prepare, but I do know that the earth is stirring and we are being awakened to play our role in what is coming.

[@bobbiekoski4234]

Thank You Jess 💚 Thats all I can think to say through my tears right now my words aren't here yet I guess.

[@barbdouglas3197]

Hello dear. I just wanted to let you know you are definitely not alone! I am one that also believes in God's miraculous gifts to each one of us. Not just to those who believe in Him, but every soul ever born! We all have gifts. Learning to live and work and minister in those gifts is a life long journey. And the Holy Spirit is our guide. So only those who know Him are blessed to know who they are in Him. God's blessings dear, keep following His leading in all you do.👵😇

[@tagladyify]

More and more I am picturing all of us at the throne praising God for all He will see us through. Like it says in Revelation, but in a really personal way. It brings me peace. We aren’t meant to be alone, but it can often feel that way in this life. I pray God shows you what you need to see to bring you that peace.

[@tekoabaity1052]

Beautiful… what a true blessing you are Jess to all of us

[@amandagetchell3775]

Jessica Sowards you took my butt to church tonight!!! I cried the entire video, especially when you said this video is for you, I totally felt that! I appreciate your sincere vulnerability with us all, you are so kind. And the way you pray is so mighty, I felt it in my soul. Thank you so much for sharing that devotional with us.

[@Jackey9177]

I am not Christian, but I honor you, and your blessed heart. I honor the love behind this message, and the strength with which you’ve been lead to share your heart. Never fear to share your message, and your truth. Bless you, and your family, and all those who hear your words and are moved by them. Today and every day may all live in grace.

[@AncientSecretz]

Jesus is awesome❤

[@searchingtruth6693]

Everyone should share their truth. It will resonate with who it should. Jess is such a wonderful story teller and uses words so well, no matter whether they are Christian, Muslim, Jewish or even agnostic, they can take something away from her message.

[@leendas7281]

God Bless you Jess, for your faith, courage and discernment...my favorite word. What struck me the most was when you said, you see God in all people....even the ones that hurt you, and you love them...a very powerful message!!! I heartily support all you said and will add that I believe repentance is a necessary part of the conversation with God. Taking personal responsibility for our sins, asking His forgiveness, and striving to sin no more are a way of humbling ourselves before our Heavenly Father...definitely not "groveling"....there's a big difference. I'm am so very thankful that the comments posted are in support of your words and intent, even from those who differ theologically. We are stronger when we love and support each other and stand together to face evil as one united group. God is great and his mercy endures forever.

[@lynnl6437]

Not many people speak of repentance but it’s absolutely necessary. So many miss this step.

[@happyheartgardening]

"Separating church hurt from our living God." I just had one of those light bulb moments of realizing that I was NOT separating it. I am so thankful to have someone say something like that and for it to really hit my heart. Thank you.... And I used to be afraid to tell people what happened to me when the Lord talked to me...but now i share it. And more often than not, people don't judge me. :)

[@buffjo18]

Jess , your heart speaks straight to me I am new Christian and when you hear God you just can not stop listening and for me it is a new life he is showing me . Keep being the beautiful soul you are. Thank you

[@jeanthayer2078]

Wow!!! Thank you Jess for being vulnerable, and being obedient to what God put on your heart to share. This post touched me so much! You’re such an amazing person!!!

[@goodnessineverybite2378]

I have spent a few hours with a priest today about the path im on and Im at crossroads and dont know what to do. He started to give me advice and it hit me like a ton of bricks and soo clear as to what path I need to be on. And as I listen to your devotional tonight you have said some things word for word he said to me and you gave me confirmation as to what path I need to be on. God Bless you Jess, you truly are a gift from God for us!

[@laurynhudgins5060]

I do not identify as Christian in any way but I am a deeply spiritual person. I will always listen to your devotionals. I believe you actually speak from a place of God & I know when I'm supposed to be listening

[@Missylou_art]

Yes, exactly!

[@janw491]

I’m glad someone else thinks like this. I’m more “live your life and treat others as you would like to be treated”

[@texasforgesanddiabloburner4523]

Yes! Absolutely! I’ve been church hurt, and don’t identify as Christian at all but her devotionals touch my heart in a way I’ve never been able to feel in a “house of God” make me feel accepted and seen by the spirit, I cheer her on and share her heart and feel more bold in my efforts to build community and love and acceptance and a beacon to those around me that just doin the next right thing I feel in my heart and soul I was put here to do, that the pain and grief and trials and ugliness I have survived enabled me to see how to better help others come out of their own dark moments the way Jess has helped me in some of my darkest times. She and I may sit under the same tree of life guided by the same spirit who has many names across history and religions and the globe over eons and that no matter what we call that small place inside us that is divine and guided we are all sheltered and nourished by the same branches and the same leaves and one day when we all can as a humanity come together and enjoy the shelter of that space instead of battling for the land it grows from that we will all be better for it.

[@annagrace6475]

@@texasforgesanddiabloburner4523 "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life. For God sent not his son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through him might be saved. He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God." John 3:16-18 KJV "Neither is there salvation in any other; for there is none other name given among men, whereby we must be saved." Acts 4:12 KJV

[@deborahbarone1465]

I just say I’m a follower of Yahweh, Jesus Christ . Just like Jess said, being church hurt affects us all differently. All I've been lead to do is to know that Yahweh wants us to love each other no matter if someone else chooses to not follow that teaching and also to forgive. Sure, there is heart ache, confusion and disappointment and sometimes real anger , but eventually, if you seek Him, that still small voice will guide us to His truth and heal our heart and teach us to not allow that to affect us that way again. I prefer to pray for those who feel the need to correct or hurt us. We’re to love one another as we love ourselves. I know it took me a long time to feel like I could love myself, but through God’s Grace He taught me to. Now my kids tell me I never meet a stranger. Or my favourite is when I’m running into the store for just a few things, before we even leave the car, the kids will say “okay Mom….we want to go in and out, please don’t talk to anybody!”🤣😂I say we’re just getting less than ten things. To which they respond, “yeah but you know how it goes, God always has you talk to SOMEONE!” I just smile and tell Yahweh to “use me if there’s someone that needs to hear about you.” I’ve learned to make four lists, one for me and one for each of the children. They’re all in high school or college. It’s much more efficient that way. In and out….except they find me talking to someone and giving them some recommended reading. All at once 8 eyes disappear in their heads. Sometimes we need to get love and acceptance from Yahweh somewhere other than church, because of our experiences. God will give those people ears to hear and eyes to see. Then my kiddos crack jokes all the way home about Momma trying to save the world. I say, "No, that would be Yahweh, kids”. Then silence the rest of the way home.😆🙃

[@joanwood8174]

Amen and Amen!!

[@Amy-ul8fj]

You looked into the camera and said you didn’t feel pessimistic and I immediately started to sob. Truly, your presence is a gift.