Beauty of the Refiner’s Fire

Good Morning Beauties!

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:9 NIV

A refiner’s fire is where a material, such as gold, is placed in a fire to cleanse and burn away any impurities so that it becomes pure without blemish. God is the refiner who will put us into the fire to cleanse us of impurities - sin. We are refined, not destroyed, when we encounter God’s refiner’s fire. This fire of God’s love doesn’t consume us, but instead removes impurities and provides a new stage of progress in our journey with Jesus.

Are you willing to surrender even more of your life to God - even though you may have thought He already has it all? Will you allow Him to look into every dark corner and bring the hidden into the light? Are you ready for a new level of transparency with Jesus? Selah.

Let’s use this song to help start our prayer of purification and repentance. Take a humble posture of reverence and worship our Holy Lord.
Refiner - Maverick City Music
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God..”

— 2 Corinthians 7:1 New International Version

Beautiful Perfection

Good Morning Beauties!

“This includes you who were once far away from God. You were his enemies, separated from him by your evil thoughts and actions. Yet now he has reconciled you to himself through the death of Christ in his physical body. As a result, he has brought you into his own presence, and you are holy and blameless as you stand before him without a single fault.” Colossians 1:21-22 NLT

Read that last bit again, “as you stand before Him without a single fault.” What’s happening in your brain right now? Are your beliefs aligned with God’s truth? Are you listening to the enemy’s lies instead? What have been some harmful messages you were told? It’s time to believe the truth. Selah.

Beauties, I’ve found that most strong, capable, and successful women I know deal with perfectionism. Quite frankly, it’s a sin. We were never meant to be perfect in our own self, and yet we strive and try to reach an unreachable goal. Only Jesus is perfection, and in Him, God sees us free from sin, free from blemish…perfect.

You are spectacular! Will you accept the beautiful person God created today? Will you fully accept yourself, messes and all? Selah.

Let’s listen to this beautiful love song to Jesus and thank Him for His perfect grace.
Perfect - Philippa Hanna / Ed Sheeran

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you.”

— Song of Solomon 4:7 New International Version

Go Light Up The Darkness

Good Morning Beauties!

“This is the message God has given us to pass on to you: that God is Light and in him is no darkness at all.  So if we say we are his friends but go on living in spiritual darkness and sin, we are lying. But if we are living in the light of God’s presence, just as Christ does, then we have wonderful fellowship and joy with each other, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from every sin.” 1 John 1:5-7 (TLB)

I remember well when this very scripture was the beginning of a great healing in my life. I was a Christian, involved in my church, leading Bible studies and a dance ministry, and yet there was darkness. The troubles from my childhood still remained despite numerous councilors and years of therapy. In frustration, I yelled out to God, “You say where there is light, there is no darkness. Well, I still have darkness in me! Jesus, you’re going to have to heal me.” Almost immediately He answered my prayer, and I experienced great healing and the darkness was replaced by His marvelous light. Hallelujah!

How about you? How does your story speak to God’s awesome power to transform the darkness into light? Are you able to look back when darkness controlled your life prior to knowing Jesus? How can you take those memories and knowledge and help others into the light? Selah.

As the scripture above states, we can’t be friends with Jesus if we’re living in spiritual darkness. We’re in need of daily repentance which will keep us in the light of the Lord. Is there any unconfessed sin needing to be brought into the light? Jesus will meet you there and forgive you. Selah

Beauties, let’s praise God for taking our darkness and giving us a ministry to shine the light wherever we go.
We Are - Kari Jobe
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Remember, our Message is not about ourselves; we’re proclaiming Jesus Christ, the Master. All we are is messengers, errand runners from Jesus for you. It started when God said, “Light up the darkness!” and our lives filled up with light as we saw and understood God in the face of Christ, all bright and beautiful.”

— 2 Corinthians 4:5-6 The Message Bible

Beauty of Clean Hands and Pure Heart

Good Morning Beauties!

“Who may ascend the mountain of the Lord?  Who may stand in his holy place? The one who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not trust in an idol or swear by a false god.” Psalm 24:3-4 NIV

Beauties, that’s you! Jesus has made a way for you to walk boldly into the throne room of God and stand before the King. How often to you meet Him there? What’s stopping you? Are you waiting until you feel “good enough”? Are you waiting for the blemishes to fade before you stand in His marvelous light? Selah.

The enemy is the ultimate deceiver. His lies keep us from entering our prayer closets - where we are invited to come at any time. The Lord longs for those times when we come, and yet, sometimes, we don’t feel like we can. Does this ever happen to you? Do you run in or do you hesitate or even turn around? Beauty, know and understand that you are pure, you are spotless, your sins have been washed away and you’re as white as snow. You have been given an all access pass to the very presence of God. Will you use it? How will you show the way to those you lead if it is not a well worn path? Selah.

Give Us Clean Hands - Church of the City New York
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.”

— Matthew 5:8 New International Version

The Beauty of a Grateful Heart

Good Morning Beauties!

“The Lord will surely comfort Zion and will look with compassion on all her ruins; he will make her deserts like Eden, her wastelands like the garden of the Lord. Joy and gladness will be found in her, thanksgiving and the sound of singing” Isaiah 51:3-4 NIV

In this verse, Zion represents God’s people - the Church. I think it’s appropriate if we personalize it. Read the verse again aloud, and use your name instead of Zion. How does this beautiful passage tell your story? How has Jesus comforted you? What were the ruins He’s healed? How has He made your wastelands flourish? How do you express your joy and gladness? How will you give Him thanks today? Selah.

The story of Mary Magdalene, found in the gospels, in one of a beautifully redeemed soul who’s life was transformed by Jesus. Possessed by seven demons, her life was that of torment and rejection. Jesus had compassion on her life of ruins and created a stunning masterpiece of beauty, grace, and love. As a devoted follower of Jesus, Mary’s heart was filled with gratitude towards her Lord and Savior, and she expressed her appreciation in her daily walk with Him.

In this short video, Mary finds herself back in her previous sin and is deeply ashamed to face Jesus. How could she have sinned after all He had done for her? That’s a great question. How can we continue to sin after all Jesus has done for us? Selah.

I love Jesus’ tender response to Mary’s question. Let the Holy Spirit speak to your heart through this video. How has the enemy used shame as a stronghold in your life? What truth does God want you to know so you can replace the lie with it? You may need to watch the video a couple of times to understand all He wants to say. Selah.
The Chosen - Mary Returns - Dallas Jenkins
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Make this song your prayer today as you thank Jesus for all He’s done..
Gratitude - Brandon Lake
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.”

— Psalm 100:4 New International Version

The Beauty of a Growing Fire

Happy Lord’s Day Beauties!

“Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story— those he redeemed from the hand of the foe” Psalm 107:2 NIV
How can we remain silent after all Jesus has done for us? Jesus gave up His crown for the cross. When we were still sinners, He came to save us. When it was time to pay the price for our sin, He paid it. He redeemed us.

Looking back on the past few days at all Jesus has done for you, how are you feeling? Overwhelmed? Grateful? Humble? Loved? Journal about your feelings today. Put aside your thoughts for a moment and write from your heart. Selah.

I pray that a fire is raging in your heart with your love for Jesus. I pray you are motivated to let your glow ignite others as you tell your story. We all have our own unique redemption story to share. How does yours begin? Do you remember from all that Jesus has saved you from? How does it compare to your life in Christ? Will you share your story with those you lead? Will you help them craft their own stories to share? Will you commit to igniting the world with your fire? Selah.

“Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind. Let them sacrifice thank offerings and tell of his works with songs of joy.” Psalm 107:21-22 NIV

We The Redeemed - Hillsong Worship
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace that he lavished on us. ”

— Ephesians 1:7-8(a) New International Version

Our Beautiful Savior

Good Morning Beauties!

Today’s lyric is difficult to look at, I won’t lie. From yesterday, we know that Christ died for our sins. He became the sacrificial lamb for us. Today we will look at how He died for us. What Jesus went through to save us. It won’t be easy.

Scripture describes the passion of Christ in Isaiah 53:1-9 NIV
”Who has believed our message and to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed? He grew up before him like a tender shoot, and like a root out of dry ground. He had no beauty or majesty to attract us to him, nothing in his appearance that we should desire him. He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and familiar with pain. Like one from whom people hide their faces he was despised, and we held him in low esteem.

Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted. But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to our own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.

He was oppressed and afflicted, yet he did not open his mouth; he was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before its shearers is silent, so he did not open his mouth. By oppression and judgment he was taken away. Yet who of his generation protested? For he was cut off from the land of the living; for the transgression of my people he was punished. He was assigned a grave with the wicked, and with the rich in his death, though he had done no violence, nor was any deceit in his mouth.”

To most of you, this is a familiar verse. Please read through the passage again - slowly, picturing each word as it describes the pain and suffering Jesus endured. What have these words revealed to you today? What does God want you to do with this new knowledge? Selah.

On this day, Day 28 of each journey, I ask you to consider watching The Passion of The Christ. (I do not own the rights to this video.) It is extremely difficult to watch, but I ask you to watch anyway. The Truth about what Jesus endured for you, for me, for everyone, is not to be missed or ignored. I pray you will be changed by viewing Christ’s passion, and that you will have a better understanding of the Love God has for you.

“The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down my life—only to take it up again. No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have authority to lay it down and authority to take it up again. This command I received from my Father.” John 10:17-18 NIV

What is the Father asking of you? Do you need courage to obey or are you still seeking His purpose for your life? Please spend time in prayer today in thanksgiving and seeking His wisdom and strength. We can be sure that He has a mighty plan for you and will give you all you need to accomplish it. The next generation is depending on your obedience. Selah.

Let’s worship our Beautiful Savior today as we promise to always remember the cross.
Lead Me To The Cross - Brooke Ligertwood and Martin Smith
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Christ suffered for our sins once for all time. He never sinned, but he died for sinners to bring you safely home to God. He suffered physical death, but he was raised to life in the Spirit.”

— 1 Peter 3:18 New Living Translation

Beautiful Sacrifice

Good Morning Beauties!

“The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” John 1:29 NIV

All the power of Almighty God, presented as an innocent, pure, undefiled lamb has saved us. There was nothing we could ever do to earn our salvation. Nothing at all in this world that is of enough worth to pay for our salvation, only the precious blood of The Lamb. How do you reconcile this truth in a culture that says we get “nothing for free”, “you have to work hard for everything you have”, and “you have to be better, stronger, smarter to get ahead”? What are some other messages (lies) that you find you’re believing? Selah.

There is so much we can say about The Lamb of God, but this blog is not a Bible study. I encourage you to open your Bible and dig deeper into why Jesus was called The Lamb of God, what symbolism is being used, what lessons are we to learn from His example, how do we apply these truths when leading the next generation? Selah.

”In a loud voice they were saying: ‘Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!’” Revelation 5:12 NIV

Let’s praise the One who is worthy of all our devotion and admiration. The only one we give honor and glory - Jesus, our beloved Savior.
Worthy is The Lamb - Brooklyn Tabernacle

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect.”

— 1 Peter 1:18-19 New International Version

Beautiful Redeeming Love

Good Morning Beauties!

“Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has come to his people and redeemed them.” Luke 1:68 NIV

As we move on to our next attribute, REDEEMED, let’s really press in to the truth of what Jesus has actually done for us. What is your understanding of redemption? Is this a familiar word? When talking with a non-Christian, is it easier to talk about being saved than redeemed? Selah.

It helps me to look at definitions from several resources to get a full understanding of words. Let’s look at a few definitions of the word redeem:

Oxford Dictionary - “gain or regain possession of (something) in exchange for payment.”
Merriam-Webster - “to free from what distresses or harms: such as: to free from captivity by payment of ransom.”
Websters 1828 - “To purchase back; to ransom; to liberate or rescue from captivity or bondage, or from any obligation or liability to suffer or to be forfeited.”
The Hebrew word for redeem is Ga’al, which means to buy back, ransom, or rescue, often in a relationship-based context like a kinsman-redeemer.”

What stood out to you in these definitions? Did the Holy Spirit show you something new? How would you explain redemption to those you lead? Selah.

“‘Pay attention, O Jacob, for you are my servant, O Israel. I, the Lord, made you, and I will not forget you. I have swept away your sins like a cloud. I have scattered your offenses like the morning mist. Oh, return to me, for I have paid the price to set you free.’ Sing, O heavens, for the Lord has done this wondrous thing. Shout for joy, O depths of the earth! Break into song, O mountains and forests and every tree! For the Lord has redeemed Jacob and is glorified in Israel.” Isaiah 44:21-23 NLT

Beauties, we have much to celebrate!! Our beloved Jesus is calling us close, calling us into greater intimacy with Him. You may not feel worthy of His presence, but His redeeming love has paid the price for your sins and has swept them away. Hallelujah! Let this truth wash over you as you shout for joy and praise Him Today!

Redemptions Has Come - New Life Worship
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“I have swept away your offenses like a cloud, your sins like the morning mist. Return to me, for I have redeemed you.”

— Isaiah 44:22 New International Version

Beauty of His Faithfulness

Good Morning Beauties!

Today is a mini Day of Reflection. We’ve crossed the half-way mark already. Can you believe it? Let’s take a look at the faithfulness of God as He’s already worked so much in our lives during our journeys.

“The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance [to the full, till it overflows].” John 10:10 AMP

Is this scripture becoming real for you? Looking back on your journey, what lies has the Lord revealed to you? What truths do you now believe? How has this experience changed you? How has it equipped you to lead others? Selah.

What’s been the most impactful verse? Song? Photo? What question led to the most revelation? Selah.

Journal today and spend time thanking God for His faithfulness.

Great Is Thy Faithfulness - Carrie Underwood, CeCe Winans

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning.”

— Lamentations 3:22-23 New Living Translation

Beautiful Righteous Legacy

Good Morning Beauties!

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” Matthew 5:6 NIV

The past couple of days we’ve reflected on our blessings. We have been given the gifts of salvation and sanctification - nothing we could do except receive these gifts. We’ve also been forgiven of all our sins: past, present, and future. Lastly, the Lord has justified us. He wiped the slate clean, as if we never sinned - spotless and blameless because of God’s grace and mercy.

You are blessed, and you are righteous, but are you hungry? Have you remained thirsty? Have you accepted these gracious gifts but finished seeking God? Is the desperation that once drove you to your knees now gone? Selah.

Isaiah 61:1-3 beautifully speaks of the reason Jesus came to Earth. He came for the broken, sick, and lame. He came to transform our lives - take what the enemy had stolen and tried to destroy, and bring an abundant life of freedom and purpose. I particularly love verse 3, “They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.” NIV Our transformed lives are to be on full display for others to see the magnificent love and power of our Lord and Savior, Jesus.

The next generation needs your witness. What will you show them? Will they see a content woman, with a crown filled with God’s blessings, or will they also see a hungry and thirsty woman still seeking the Lord with all her might? Selah.

Hungry (Falling On My Knees) Kathryn Scott
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Blessings crown the head of the righteous...”

— Proverbs 10:6 New International Version

The Forgiven Forgive

Good Morning Beauties!

“Oh, what joy for those whose disobedience is forgiven, whose sin is put out of sight!” Psalm 32:1 NLT
Do you live as a forgiven follower of Jesus Christ? Have you truly repented of your sins and accepted this free gift of forgiveness? Is there anything holding you back? Selah.

“He has removed our sins as far from us as the east is from the west.” Psalm 103:12 NLT
Not only does Jesus forgive us, He forgets our sins as though they never existed. Jesus doesn’t suddenly remember a forgiven sin and ask you for more repentance. He forgives and forgets. Hallelujah! Do you live in the freedom of this truth? Selah.

“Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ” Romans 5:1 NIV
Jesus provides a “clean slate” for us. Our justification allows us to live just as if we have never sinned. Take a few moments to wrap your head around this truth. The enemy will torment your mind with lies saying, “you’re damaged and dirty. How could a good God ever want you?” Will you believe the lies or the truth? Selah.

“Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends.” Proverbs 17:9 NLT
Just as Jesus forgave us, we too are to forgive others. Forgiveness maintains a healthy close relationship - just like yours with Jesus. It allows you to give what you’ve been freely given and didn’t deserve. Who do you need to extend the olive branch? What healthy relationship needs repairing? How will your leadership teach others to forgive? Selah.

“Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.” Ephesians 4:31-32 NLT
This scripture goes into more detail of how we are to forgive others. Words like bitterness, rage, and anger tell me that the offense may have been severe, and yet, we are still called to forgive. You may have been abused, betrayed, or abandoned, and still - you must forgive. You must make a decision with your mind to forgive the person, and believe your emotions will one day catch up. “But it’s too hard,” you say. In your own strength, you’re right, but you have the power of almighty God through the Holy Spirit who lives inside you. You can forgive! You must forgive as Jesus forgave you.

“Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: ‘It is mine to avenge; I will repay,’ says the Lord.” Romans 12:19 NIV
”But they must pay for what they did,” you say. Yes, they will pay, but the vengeance belongs to the Lord. You can let go of the offense and find freedom. You can let the Lord deal with the person, and you can simply walk away with your peace and freedom in tact. Remember, forgiveness with the Love of Jesus doesn’t mean you must stay in relationship with the person who is harmful. Forgiveness doesn’t require you trust the person again, it requires letting go of the offense.

Are you in this situation? Has someone deeply wounded you so that there is no repairing the relationship? Has Jesus told you to walk away from the person for your own health and safety? How will you forgive and let the Lord deal with the necessary consequences? Selah.

Is there someone your’re leading who finds herself in this situation? How will you guide her through this pain with God’s grace and the love of Jesus? How will you show her how to do the hard work? Selah.

This song has a beautiful message of forgiveness that will inspire you in your time of prayer.
Forgiveness - Matthew West
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Therefore, my friends, I want you to know that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you. Through him everyone who believes is set free from every sin, a justification you were not able to obtain under the law of Moses.”

— Acts 13:38-39 New International Version

Beautiful Witness to Others

Happy Lord’s Day Beauties!

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 NIV
Do you know this salvation? Do you believe Jesus was born of a virgin, suffered and died for our sins, and on the 3rd day rose from the grave and now sits at the right hand of the Father? As mothers, leaders, mentors, do those you lead follow Jesus or do they follow you? Do they have their own belief in Him? Selah.

“Many of the Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman’s testimony, ‘He told me everything I ever did.’” John 4:39 NIV
What is your rescue story, and how does God want to use it? People are just waiting to hear your testimony so they will understand the truth about Jesus. They need to know the hope He brings and that is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Do you have your testimony ready to share at any time the Spirit prompts you? Selah.

“When I came to you, I did not come with eloquence or human wisdom as I proclaimed to you the testimony about God.” 1 Cor 2:1 NIV
Beauties, you don’t have to be a Bible scholar to share your testimony. Simply share what your life was like before you knew Jesus and what it’s like now. Share about what Jesus has saved you from and what your life is like now in Him. Share about how you are being sanctified (being made holy) by the Holy Spirit, and that you don’t have to be perfect to be saved. Share how He has taken your brokenness and is making something glorious. Are you ready to share? What’s holding you back? Have you prepared those you lead to share their stories? Selah.

“And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.” 1 John 5:11 NIV
Though our stories are made to share, don’t forget the most important testimony - Jesus, the messiah, came to save us and give us eternal life. Share Bible scriptures that are most impactful to the story of Jesus and how they too can be saved. What scriptures live in your heart and are ready to share? Do you need to open your Bible and find the right ones? Will you do it today? Selah

Let this song energize and motivate you to share your rescue story today!!
My Testimony - Elevation Worship
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.”

— Matthew 24:14 New International Version

Beauty in Your Own Eyes

Good Morning Beauties!

“This righteousness is given through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe.” Romans 3:22 NIV

You have a right standing with God, Himself. Jesus has provided this great gift on the cross. Do you believe it? Do you believe you can stop trying to do enough and be enough for God? Selah.

Here’s a question to ponder - do you have a right standing with yourself? Do you see yourself as a righteous saint, saved by Jesus, and being sanctified by the Holy Spirit or as a sinner filled with guilt and shame, not measuring up to your own expectations? Selah.

How do you think others see you? It may just surprise you. Today, I have another insightful video to share. Though the intention is not of a spiritual nature, I think we all can still learn something from it. Selah.

Dove - Real Beauty
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Anyone can be made right with God by the free gift of His loving-favor. It is Jesus Christ Who bought them with His blood and made them free from their sins.”

— Romans 3:24 New Living Translation

Beautiful Faith

Good Morning Beauties!

“Unless you accept God’s kingdom in the simplicity of a child, you’ll never get in.” Mark 10:15 MSG

This beautiful scripture verse is where we hear about having child-like faith. It’s a simple knowing that whatever God says is true. He is trustworthy because He’s proven His love for us over and over. Do you have this kind of faith? Or do you believe only after you’ve seen evidence? My sweet beauty, that’s not faith. Faith is knowing what He says is true and waiting for it to come to pass. Believing what we cannot yet see is another way of saying it. What has the Lord told you about your beauty that you’re not quite believing yet? Selah.

As we reflect on our beauty once again today, I found this video to encourage you. Enjoy!

Young girls talk about their beauty - Allure
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Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“You are blessed because you believed that the Lord would do what he said.”

— Luke 1:45 New Living Translation

Beautiful Inheritance

Good Morning Beauties!

“Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance.” Psalm 33:12 NIV

Blessed, Blessed, Blessed are we Beauties! We are also CHOSEN as God’s very own inheritance. Can we just sit here a minute and take that truth into our brains and hearts? Selah.

When you hear the word inheritance, what do you immediately think of? Generational distribution of wealth and special possessions? Have you been the recipient of an inheritance? How did you feel receiving the blessings of another’s hard work? Selah.

In looking at the idea of inheritance, you may be on the other end of it. You may be the giver. What does it mean to you to be able to bless the next generation with the fruit of your labor? How does it bless you? Selah.

What is the best possible inheritance?

“And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession—to the praise of his glory.” Ephesians 1:13-14 NIV

In this beautiful scripture, Paul encourages the Ephesians with the truth about what happens now that they are believers in Christ Jesus. The same is true for you and me. We are saved, we have the Holy Spirit living inside of us, and we are guaranteed His inheritance. What does that mean to you? Do you think about it much? Sharing the inheritance of God? Selah.

Here are a few more scriptures that speak about our inheritance in Christ. Ask the Holy Spirit to show you new revelations hidden in these gems.

“… and giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light.” Colossians 1:12 NIV

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” Colossians 3:23-24 NIV

“For this reason Christ is the mediator of a new covenant, that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance—now that he has died as a ransom to set them free from the sins committed under the first covenant.” Hebrews 9:15 NIV

Now is a time for reflection of the immense blessing we have in our Lord, Jesus Christ, and the inheritance we have the opportunity to pass to future generations. Hallelujah!

The Blessing - Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes, Elevation Worship

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children— with those who keep his covenant and remember to obey his precepts.”

— Psalm 103:17-18 New International Version

Beautiful Glow of His Glory

Good Morning Beauties!

It's time to have a heart check - how's your glow?

In Matthew 5, Jesus gives us a description of who we are and the action to take because of it.  I love the Message Bible's version of Matthew 5:16 and how it describes our "Heaven's Glow."

“Here’s another way to put it: You’re here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We’re going public with this, as public as a city on a hill. If I make you light-bearers, you don’t think I’m going to hide you under a bucket, do you? I’m putting you on a light stand. Now that I’ve put you there on a hilltop, on a light stand—shine! Keep open house; be generous with your lives. By opening up to others, you’ll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven."

Your Glow - it matters to The Kingdom!  So, I’ll ask again, how’s your glow? How is it impacting others? Are you spending time with Jesus and reflecting His love, peace, and grace to all who see you? Selah.

Shine a Light - Elevation Worship

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Men and women who have lived wisely and well will shine brilliantly, like the cloudless, star-strewn night skies. And those who put others on the right path to life will glow like stars forever.”

— Daniel 12:3 The Message Bible

Beauty of Victory

Good Morning Beauties!

“The victor’s crown of righteousness is now waiting for me, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on the day that he comes, and not only to me but also to all who eagerly wait for his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:8-19 ISV

Paul, knowing the time of his death was near wrote these faithful words to Timothy. He speaks of receiving the crown of victory - the crown of righteousness. Paul writes these words to encourage Timothy to continue the difficult work of serving the Lord because the reward is great. All the hardships and persecution will be worth the glory of the Lord that will be ours at the returning of Kiing Jesus.

Many pastors have used a saying, (so many, I forget who originated it,) “you can be a victim or a victor, but you can’t be both.” I love it! It’s so true! Beauties, there are some of us who have truly been victimized by another person or people. It is true; however, there is complete healing through Jesus Christ who allows us to live a victorious life.

Sometimes it’s easier to stay trapped in the victim role because it’s familiar and familiarity makes us comfortable. Have you found yourself in this position? Are you there now? Are you ready to leave that darkness behind with all the lies and torment of the enemy? Are you ready to walk in the marvelous light of the Lord, into the freedom He has for you? Selah.

Have you already made the transition from victim to victor? How will you help those God has brought into your life? How will you help bring them into the victory waiting for them? Selah.

Let’s lift our voices to King Jesus who has shown us the way to wear our crown of thorns here on Earth, which will one day transform to a glorious Victor’s crown.
The Victor’s Crown - Darlene Zschech

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Then, when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the victor’s crown of glory that will never fade away.”

— 1 Peter 5:4 International Standard Version

Beauty of Humble Service

Good Morning Beauties!

“You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light.” 1 Peter 2:9 NLT

Let’s look closer at this word, ROYALTY. The Biblical definition is, “Either belonging to a king (kingdom) or having kingly power, dignity, authority.” Beauties, I believe it’s both! We belong to the King - King Jesus, and through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, we have access to His power, dignity, and authority.

Are you able to grasp who you are and who’s you are? What does it mean to you to be part of God’s royal family? What do you picture in your mind? Selah.

“Don’t lord it over the people assigned to your care, but lead them by your own good example.” 1 Peter 5:3 NLT

There are many versions of a royal family here on Earth. Some are prideful and see themselves as better people than those they rule, while others truly serve their people with humility and love.

Jesus has given us the ultimate example of how to lead people - through humble service. How will you lead those God has put under your authority? What examples of Jesus have impacted you most? What lessons have you learned in your life’s journey? Selah.

Royalty - Tasha Cobbs Leonard
(I do not own the rights to this video)

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“You will also be [considered] a crown of glory and splendor in the hand of the Lord, and a royal diadem [exceedingly beautiful] in the hand of your God.”

— Isaiah 62:3 Amplified Bible

Beauty of Joyful Praise

Happy Lord’s Day Beauties!

“This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10 NIV

I’m compelled to stay on the topic of JOY another day as we reflect on our beauty.

Do you know the story found in Nehemiah 8? It’s a beautiful depiction of how the people who were the returned exiles in Jerusalem found deep understanding of God’s Word as Ezra preached from the Holy Scriptures. They began weeping and fell to the floor worshipping God.

Here is the entire chapter where we learn their story:
Nehemiah 8 NIV

Does the Word of God move you to tears? Does it provide both correction and elation? Is the Bible the first place you run to when you need help? Is it your most prized possession? Selah.

Can’t you just tell when someone has spent time with the Lord? There’s a joy, peace, and grace to their countenance that’s quite noticable….it’s BEAUTIFUL! Contrast them to another you know who is worried and anxious. It’s like they bring fear into the room and weaken the group without saying a word. Do you know what I’m talking about.

Do you need strengthened today? It begins with Joy. Where do you find it - with Jesus! Is the Lord calling you to Himself, to a special time of building your relationship? Run, don’t walk into His very presence. He wants nothing more than that precious time with you. Will you make time today? Selah.

Joy Of The Lord - Maverick City Music

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.”

— Psalm 28:7 New International Version