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
2 жыл бұрын
YES AMEN 💞
@brg2743
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
God choses who speaks for HIM! All glory to God!
@jenniferanderson899
2 жыл бұрын
I agree 💯
@milliethemillinator3154
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@ronjackson3551
2 жыл бұрын
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!
@carinep.4520
2 жыл бұрын
Church hurt… that happened to us more than once. My husband is a Pastor and has been for over 40 years. The Lord heals those wounds and gives us His grace to continue with His ministry. He is worth it all.
@fiberandfox
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
lol
@lastchancehomestead5116
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
I choose the storm too!! God bless you. 💕
@CleverCassandra
2 жыл бұрын
Amen!
@SPshaun
2 жыл бұрын
@@lastchancehomestead5116 Well said!
@thegardenofblessings7472
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Nicely said.
@nevermind7253
2 жыл бұрын
AMEN
@marygrott8095
2 жыл бұрын
I definitely agree!
@steph6337
2 жыл бұрын
Well said!
@maryslabach8750
2 жыл бұрын
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
@michellerose6721
2 жыл бұрын
This message is so needed for those of us who have known Jesus and then allowed the things of this world to "disconnect" us. I strongly believe that God is calling us "wanderers" back to his side, for a purpose. I find myself speaking boldly of God's love to anyone who shows ANY interest, and finding an intense love for those who are lost, broken, or abandoned. Only God could change my judgemental heart to start seeing people the way God does. They are HIS children and what wouldn't we do for our own children.
@mariehenriksen67
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
MARIE,,, YES ,YOU SAID IT RIGHT,,♥️🙏🏼♥️
@rebeccaschwab8563
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Am2
@deirdregoss9864
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jess for this beautiful devotional! I love you sister!
@kaylynnr8003
2 жыл бұрын
@@rebeccaschwab8563 because the cucked to get a 501C3 tax status.
@millmallory
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
I'm right behind you, Carolyn. 💛
@natashajayne4431
2 жыл бұрын
So vulnerable. So happy for you, thanks for sharing!
@bethanyfields4706
2 жыл бұрын
Hallelujah!!! Welcome home!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼
@nahnisjourney1406
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
@@tanyabrayer Welcome back Home to you as well! I’m SO HAPPY FOR YOU as well!!! Welcome Home!!! ♥️♥️♥️
@sophiawright4584
2 жыл бұрын
I can feel Jesus smiling and putting his mighty outstretched arms around you. You’ve brought people to Christ today. I know it.
@sandrainontario6710
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
@@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
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
@KRR giving your extra starts away is a great way to serve and spread joy!
@katherinebelk8398
2 жыл бұрын
@sandra in Ontario sharing your extra starts is an amazing way to spread the gift and joy!
@hjill76
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@kyliebarnes3015
Жыл бұрын
Oh my heavens Jess! Bless you for lending us your words and bringing us to tears and the feet of Jesus. I hope you go to bed EVERY NIGHT...knowing what a GIFT to this world you are. Thank you for sharing with us your beauty and love for each other.
@jessj5479
2 жыл бұрын
I have slowly been coming back to Jesus these last few months after being away for many years. Thank you for this. It is exactly what I needed to hear. Thank for the prayer and thank you for being here. God Bless you
@Jackey9177
2 жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Jesus is awesome❤
@searchingtruth6693
Жыл бұрын
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.
@melessiabates814
2 жыл бұрын
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!
@lindseyreeves1390
2 жыл бұрын
"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
2 жыл бұрын
AMEN!
@patriotmama
2 жыл бұрын
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!
@amandagetchell3775
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@sheilahaynes2425
Жыл бұрын
This video is so good, I frequently come back to it. Just FYI.
@beealll3475
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Amen Amen ❤❤❤❤
@BlessedStacy
2 жыл бұрын
Amen 💕
@dredhorse100
2 жыл бұрын
I agree completely. Jess you are loved we all are loved.❤
@gemmaavary4996
2 жыл бұрын
Amen and Amen ♡♡♡
@ireneturner2944
2 жыл бұрын
Amen, Amen, Amen 🙏 ❤❤❤
@maryannshupe6436
2 жыл бұрын
I call you “ my little homesteader”. A few years ago I found you on KZitem, 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
2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad this touched your heart and made a difference.
@thelees-livinginhislight
2 жыл бұрын
Welcome home ! 💕
@CraftyTreasuresByGigi
2 жыл бұрын
Bless you! Thank you for speaking as the Lord leads you!
@gattispizzaboy
2 жыл бұрын
Bless you! I am a pagan, however I enjoy listening to you speak of your faith in our mother earth and our own strength and responsibility to care for our planet. We have truly been gifted our lives and spirit. The ability to learn and understand from our experience in life is all the prof I need to know this. I am happy to hear you speak of your truth without pushing your specific belief. I wish more people were accepting of different individual truth. Many hugs. Blessed Be!
@lindseyreeves1390
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
amen
@providencegrove4600
Жыл бұрын
YES & AMEN!!!!!!!!!
@kval7687
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jess, for lighting the fire and carrying the torch!
@cathyrich4611
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@leahmanning2545
2 жыл бұрын
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
@HealyMeans
4 ай бұрын
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.
@kimberlymurphy6003
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Amen
@Texas_Lolly
2 жыл бұрын
Amen 🙏
@belmontwater5049
2 жыл бұрын
I sure did to….
@user-vd8bi1eo7p
2 жыл бұрын
Amen!!!! 🙏🏼
@kikijames7612
2 жыл бұрын
Same, I type through tears, Amen! Yes He loves us!
@fairytale_after_dark6696
2 жыл бұрын
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
@KayDG2011
2 жыл бұрын
Amen and Amen, Sis! To God be the glory.
@BettyWhiteJr
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I needed to hear this today. May God richly bless you.
@jtharp9265
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
⁹99
@milliethemillinator3154
2 жыл бұрын
1000%! As I cry while typing this out.
@donnacochran3335
2 жыл бұрын
@@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!
@TaylorRaine
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Me too. I have downloaded them so I can listen on my phone in my car.
@janetrhudy5987
2 жыл бұрын
Wow. God's timing is perfect. Thank you for your courage! Praying for those that will see and hear this going forward.
@clarissathompson
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being here with me with such kindness.
@riniewebb6855
2 жыл бұрын
I know now why I am drawn to you.
@judypittas4324
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@bluebirdhomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Never stop sharing your testimony and love of Christ 💚🙏
@thewrightvillage3441
2 жыл бұрын
I love you Jess, thank you for the prayer..
@jillslocum3336
2 жыл бұрын
“You start walking down that road and He *RUNS* to meet you.” yes, he really does. Thank you for answering the call, Jess 💛
@psychGma11
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@tanyalucas6997
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. 💜💜💜
@jessicamorgan6507
2 жыл бұрын
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. ❤️
@kaitlynglenn6289
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
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. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@sheilaselvia5063
2 жыл бұрын
give GOD the glory and thanks
@nicolejohnson638
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
in a valley too may God bless and keep u through the storm God bless
@Flossie-7
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Amen!! 🙏🏼💗 Blessing us all with such deeply resonating words.
@tawniewolf3325
2 жыл бұрын
For those that cry hearing a beautiful devotional like this, know God. Bless you and yours JSloan! God is great!
@marking-time-gardens
2 жыл бұрын
@@tawniewolf3325 Amen! Just keep listening for His still small voice... He speaks when we listen...🥰🌻🐛
@theresaglass1831
2 жыл бұрын
The Lord says “ occupy till I come “ a lot of that is the simple and the mundane! As long as WE are doing everything possible we can physically do HE will multiply the fishes and loaves. he will keep the oil flowing. GOD does not give us the spirit of fear. “ I’ve never seen the righteous forsaken or His seed begging for bread “. Jess, your words are anointed by His Spirit, thank for being bold enough to act on His prompting. Thank you sweetheart! 🥰. I put up food for my husband and I BUT I told my husband that if the time comes and my neighbors are in need, we Will be sharing what we have and know with confidence HE WILL multiply what little we have, Amen!
@jmadsen6118
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
@hannahsmith5651
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
❤🙏
@Alexis_9339
2 жыл бұрын
Praying
@Mekare40503
2 жыл бұрын
Melissa will be lifted up in my prayers.
@bethanyfields4706
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
@@bethanyfields4706 Maybe just let her know she is loved?
@NoGardeningFriends
2 жыл бұрын
Blown away Jess. I needed this so much. Thank you.
@sabbaticusfarm
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
I met them earlier this year and started crying.
@sabbaticusfarm
2 жыл бұрын
@@Cindyd-k3e They've absolutely changed my life and the lives of my whole family, even the extended ones!
@milliethemillinator3154
2 жыл бұрын
AAAAAAAMEN! I so feel the same way. I. AM. UNDONE. WHOO! 🙏👊💥🔥
@Amy-ul8fj
2 жыл бұрын
You looked into the camera and said you didn’t feel pessimistic and I immediately started to sob. Truly, your presence is a gift.
@vickibarringer1714
2 жыл бұрын
Bless you Jessica 🙏 for your words of truth 🙏 faith 🙏 hope 🙏 and love ❤️!
@lisaens
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
I love that song
@brylynt53
2 жыл бұрын
“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
2 жыл бұрын
Yes that sentence spoke to me also.
@charlesbrooks5003
2 жыл бұрын
Me too. I choose the storm 💚
@donniwaltz1911
2 жыл бұрын
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..
@egnamangaroo5657
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the word and prayers, I bless you and family. Amen
@tinatippin5705
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@erinvalora5848
2 жыл бұрын
"We were put on this earth to restore it" I forget and get so buried in my own struggle. But none of it matters. I have to be reminded to lift my eyes, to re throw my anchor. To refocus my efforts on the things of God. The devil wants to derail and to refocus us enough to take us away from the heart of God. God bless you for this message. Thank you for being a willing servant.
@brendanuhfer2261
2 жыл бұрын
God Bless you Jess. Truth spoken!
@worleyhavenhomestead1448
2 жыл бұрын
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!
@candacenagle505
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
The same deep love 😭😭👏👏
@anitataylor9423
2 жыл бұрын
These are my favorite videos 💜💜💜💜
@Minniepearlsmom
2 жыл бұрын
I am literally on my knees in my garden, with tears, with you, with God…as this video was delivered to me soo serendipitously. I love you, Jess.
@roxanne8798
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Bless you Jess. What a great truth you have spoken by the leading of the Spirit. Thank you for being so brave.
@tanyabrayer
2 жыл бұрын
Such a great song!!! 🎶 "You are who You are, No matter where I am" 🎶 💛💛💛
@TheSpottedBoot
2 жыл бұрын
AMEN 🙌🏼
@joycerichardson4518
2 жыл бұрын
Such an incredible devotional, it gave me goosebumps! Thank you for doing this. I'm 71 & am still suffering the "church hurt" from my childhood upbringing. "Hellfire and damnation" was shoved down my throat 3 times a week, to the point that attending church was the most depressing thing in my life between the ages of 8 and 21. At 21 I moved out on my own & experienced a life without guilt being pounded into me every time I turned around. At church God's love was so seldom mentioned and the idea that it was "unconditional" never even suggested, that I honestly thought God hated me. My idea of God's personality and attitude was so tainted by my own father's personality, that I believed He was as quick-tempered and ready to exert His vengeful wrath at any opportunity. But I somehow managed to continue to believe in his existence and that Jesus is real. You allowed me to glimpse the real and loving God/Father I wish l had known and needed so many years ago. I look forward to knowing Him much better. Thank you so very much! And thank you God for Jess!!
@wildhopehomestead1716
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, beautiful Jess. As soon as I read the title this scripture came to mind, which has been one of my prophetic scriptures for this season of life: "“Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit.” - Jeremiah 17:7-8 (ESV) I pray that is an encouragement for you or someone else.
@Mary-mk9vk
2 жыл бұрын
You have such a beautiful spirit Jess! Thank you for your bravery for the glory of the Living God our Jehovah Jireh! 🙌🏼 May we as your viewers bless you until next time❤️🙏🏼
@Jennian_M
2 жыл бұрын
"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.
@mrso1829
2 жыл бұрын
I am a born again Christian and THIS is why I started watching your channel. I first heard one of your early devotionals in your garden and knew you were anointed with the gift to speak truth boldly with love in your heart. I was looking for information about gardening and found much, much more. I have felt ashamed because I don't attend church due to the hurt I've felt in the past and this message today helped to put it into perspective and shed the shame. I walk daily with the Lord, I am grateful for his love, forgiveness, guidance and acceptance. Isn't it wonderful that we had our beginning in the Garden and we find our purpose perhaps in our gardens. Blessings for you and your family.
@screechinglilies
2 жыл бұрын
Amen! I started watching her channel as an atheist without a garden. Here I am now years later with a garden and as a Christian.
@anitataylor9423
2 жыл бұрын
Oh my, thank you for this!!! Praise God for you.
@lvs6775
2 жыл бұрын
Literally crying as I was driving home. I prayed earlier today as I was pumping at work that Hashem tell me what it is I need to do. I got to my car and decided to see what I could listen to on KZitem because I wasn't really feeling my audiobook. Lo and behold the first thing up is this Devotional. I've never listened to one. I'm not Christian, but I have always Believed in Hashem. My faith in Him has not been shaken but the faith in my ability to hear Him has always been plagued with doubt and uncertainty. I listen to the Torah daily and we recently covered the story of the spies who ventured to scout Israel against the advice of Hashem. They were infected by fear of the so-called giants. What stuck with me was "There we saw the giants, the sons of Anak, descended from the giants. *In our eyes, we seemed like grasshoppers, and so we were in their eyes.* " With the power of Hashem, we can defeat the giants. We can't let fear control us. We can't see ourselves as grasshoppers because that's what we will become. Thank you so much for this. It has given me courage. I know Hashem is real. I just need to listen to His guidance.
@susangarland6869
2 жыл бұрын
"I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Jesus in the only way to God. I don't know who Hashem is, but he's not Yahweh. Seek Jesus, the risen Christ, God in human flesh who died on the cross to save you from the penalty of your sin. If you're not seeking Him, who knows what is speaking to you.
@lvs6775
2 жыл бұрын
@@susangarland6869 Hashem is G-d.
@tracyguillemette6255
2 жыл бұрын
@@susangarland6869 The color of the leaves are still the color leaves.....go back and listen to Jess....
@kathysultzbaugh3858
2 жыл бұрын
@@tracyguillemette6255 YES!!!
@stillwatersfarm8499
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing lvs. I pray that Hashem continues to make his will known to you through Torah ❤️
@buffjo18
2 жыл бұрын
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
@cathieverett7296
2 жыл бұрын
Hello Jess, My name is Cathi and as much as I have loved your devotionals in the past this particular one I felt a greater connection with you. A timely word Jess! I want to share a dream I had in the late '80's with you. Like you in my dream. I Ibecame aware that (we - whoever all the we was) knew in a moment that the storm was coming so we ran up and down the streets yelling, telling people to get ready. I woke up and my heart was beating faster than normal and in despair I told the Lord that some people responded but some did not. The Lord spoke to me that "we" were called to SOUND THE ALARM and not called to concern ourselves with those that do not respond immediately because His love for them is as certain as his love for those of us who had already began to prepare. Jess I am so proud of you for sharing, I love you. I bless you little sister!
@chickenmama4384
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this message. I’ve been in constant physical pain for over 10 years. I sort of lost my connection with God and in a way just given up on my relationship with him. Church hurts, physical hurting, family issues and I just walked away and gave up. Thank you for this message and for being vulnerable. May God Bless and heal us all.
@amandagibson813
2 жыл бұрын
You're an amazing soul jess. Yesterday (sunday) I was baptized and it was a very emotional experience for me and my family. It has given me strength and understanding to watch your devotional videos and I will continue to try and become a better Christian ✝️ Thank you jess❤️
@milliethemillinator3154
2 жыл бұрын
Just be hungry for Him and all that He is/has and you will.😌 ❤🙏
@marking-time-gardens
2 жыл бұрын
You will grow stronger every day in Christ Jesus when your focus is on Him. (Just like Peter... don't look at the waves!) He PROMISED to never leave you or forsake you. And He never fails. He loves you! Amanda Gibson! And He always will! Just trust Him. You have started your conversation with Him... He is responding in your heart... (when you need encouragement... rewatch Jess' video... and keep praying... ) You and God have got this! Blessings in Christ Jesus!🙏🥰🌻🐛
@JoaquinParker
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you God for my sister and the blessing that You have made her to be to me this morning. Bless her Father and I bless you Jess. Amen sister.
@christazoeller5506
2 жыл бұрын
After being baptized multiple times in a Baptist church and never believing for myself that Jesus was the real Yaweh you speak of...I walked away from the church. Years later, with my life at ultimate rock bottom, Jesus met me in the middle of a carrot patch I was weeding. It was my salvation moment and where I began to know Him as a friend, and Lord over my life. Since then He's taken me back to when I was a kid, growing up in catholic church, talking to Him all of the time, and defining the moments where people said it wasn't normal to hear God's actual voice....and yet...here I am looking for His leading in the smallest of decisions. ❤ thank you for being courageous and wonderful Jess...keep on using those gifts you've been given! 💛
@gary3696
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
There is SOME good in social media! 😁 A virtual friend is better than none😎
@nikkimcgrew-green88
2 жыл бұрын
Bless you for this Jess…the Lord has given you a gift of a Shepard heart. You help gather His flock, guide them in the right direction to keep them safe. God is good. ❤️❤️
@GossMania
2 жыл бұрын
After our daughter passed the second time I ever heard God was on a tractor talking to me on a summer sunset evening just a few months later. I should tell my story soon on our channel but God has always kept me positive. And grounded even through my loss. God speaks to us and through us in different ways. It depending on the listener weather or not they choose to believe. I won’t argue my faith either.
@connievillegas8024
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@darcysimental5299
5 ай бұрын
I am completely undone, thank you Lord for your abundant mercies everyday that we are undeserving of that this country is undeserving of. Thank you. I watched this video probably a year ago and since then when I pray and lack words I simple speak “Abba, Father” and remind myself that I don’t have to grovel to ear his love and forgiveness. He is good.
@happyheartgardening
2 жыл бұрын
"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. :)
@shandysgarden
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
This blesses my heart so much. Thank you for being here with me
@colemanlodge
2 жыл бұрын
Amen, amen!!! Yes, this is it! There is POWER BY THE BLOOD AND WORDS OF TESTIMONY!!! This message is widening the rift that has been made in the enemy fortresses, the strongholds are going to tumble like the walls of Jericho, this will move! Holy Spirit is doing mighty works as our friend given by the Son of the Living God. Yes, this is on point! Your tenderness and authenticity is piercing, the Living Word filling you up and pouring out of you is absolutely refreshing and igniting. What a treasure in the Kingdom you are! ❤🙌❤
@MrsDebBee
2 жыл бұрын
23 years ago, in a dream God told my husband something he should do and where we were to move to another state. We listened and we obeyed. God open many doors for us and prospered us along each step and continues to do so each day. I love your heart and your devotion. Stay true to yourself and to God. This is your BEST video ❤️
@yout54352
2 жыл бұрын
God bless you sweet Jess...I am going to be 70 this year and I needed to hear you say God loves you with conviction. I needed to hear every word you spoke. Your words did not fall on deaf ears. I bless you and thank you for speaking. From East Moriches, NY
@sheilak4493
2 жыл бұрын
WOW WOW WOW! You know TRUTH in your inner most being! God is certainly smiling on your gift and minister! Love you and so proud of you!
@Shyshytown78
2 жыл бұрын
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 ❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏
@seekwisdom5102
2 жыл бұрын
Becky, from Acre Homestead, every time she is organizing she says “Its gonna get worse because it gets better”. This is how I also feel that its happening to us. The Almighty is working everything for the betterment and for the harmony and “organizing” . I get you Jess, and I we are in the same vibration and frequency, so happy to have found your channel.
@debrafox5576
2 жыл бұрын
Thank You Lord for this wise, holy sister and Your message to us. You are all we need!
@lizzy3505
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Same I needed this hope and the strength of her word
@kmm1254
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy for you, Kristen!!! Praise God!
@milliethemillinator3154
2 жыл бұрын
So, so happy and blessed by your blessing! I hope to share a similar story soon. 🙏❤🔥
@TiffanyalmazanLifeOfJoie
2 жыл бұрын
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. 💜☺️
@laurens7492
2 жыл бұрын
This is pure worship! Keep on speaking, Jess; Praise God, He is speaking through you. 💖
@brendagervais5566
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, thank you FATHER for your daughter sharing her heart. I also believe something huge is coming and people need to prepare their hearts. Jess thank you for being so real and so honest, HIS love thru you knows no bounds. Thank you FATHER for this beautiful lady willing to speak out for YOU, I praise Your name. Keep pressing in and sharing HIS love, giving hope to those who may not hear it any other way. Praise YOUR NAME AHAYA, open our eyes and hearts to what is happening around us in this world today. Yes, agree! Healing for hearts to know YOU REALLY DO LOVE US FATHER!!!
@Mindy56743
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. YHWH has pulled me for several years to watching homesteading videos while I was completely bed bound and in a wheelchair. He has overcome so much in my life. I have a garden! I have chickens! I have learned to can food. I can’t do as much as I want to do but I can do now. Because of YHWH! My husband passed away in December of 2020 and 6 months later my daughter lost a pregnancy and 4 months later she lost another. 4 weeks ago 2 vets both said her dog had cancer and I claimed that it was not and prayed that she would be healed. Today she we got the results she doesn’t have cancer and she is healed! YHWH is real and we do have gifts
@robingreany899
2 жыл бұрын
When I was 17 my father died and my mom decided to move us from Wisconsin to California. I went to my church and told the pastor that I would miss his services but we were moving and I wouldn’t be able to attend any more. We made it a long trip out to San Diego, California visiting the states and relatives on the way. It took us 2 months to get to our home. About a month later I received a letter from my church telling me I had been excommunicated due to not showing up for services. I was crushed. I never did find another church that fit my needs nor did I take my kids to church which was entirely my fault. I left it to them to find their way to God. I still haven’t been as religious as I should be. I listened to my father cuss due to being paralyzed from the waist down. I learned probably every bad word I could. I still cuss terribly but love God in my own way. Wish I could be as close as I once was but that letter really crushed my spirit. Thank you for this devotional. You make me think about so much. I bless you for being there for all of us who need your words of wisdom at your young age. Love your interaction with your family. God Bless You !!! ❤️
@laurynhudgins5060
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, exactly!
@janw491
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
@@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
2 жыл бұрын
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.😆🙃
@CleverCassandra
2 жыл бұрын
“There will be signs in the sun and moon and stars, and on the earth dismay among nations" Luke 21:25 The planets aligning. Clouds looking "different". Stars seem a little brighter, or maybe I am just more aware. But I feel it too Jess. I feel it in my soul.
@littleone2601
2 жыл бұрын
I thought I was the only one that the clouds just looked different. I've been so aware lately of everything. I feel it deep in my soul too. Like Jess I can feel times are changing and I'm not scared like everyone else. There are days that I'm on social media too much in the fear gets to me but then I know it's time to pull back into myself and listen.
@NinetyOneAdventures
2 жыл бұрын
Yes!!! I'm in agreement with you Jess! And you explain it so well which is one of your many gifts from the Lord🙏🙏🙏
@dcnorcal
2 жыл бұрын
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 KZitem. Thank you for reminding me.
@dianalarkin3868
2 жыл бұрын
Amen. Iam so glad you hear the holly spirit .and send the message.
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