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Facing the Storm

written by: Sandy Blaser, Healing Rain to the Nations

Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23-24

True faith has to be tested and refined as silver & gold…
In the midst of a howling sea of sorrow, pain, loneliness & despair, powerful waves well up to overtake me! In a distance I hear a voice calling my name! I struggle in the swift currents to take a hold of a hand reaching out for mine! As it seems I’m going under for one last time, suddenly I feel a hand firmly grasping hold of my arm, lifting me out of the angry sea and drawing me up to new heights. With the touch of His hand my soul senses a powerful love flowing, as my feet are set on a solid rock! This magnificent love enables me to stand unwavering on a mountain of Faith! As I stand gazing beyond my present stormy sea, my joy is restored, my strength is renewed and the determination to overcome wells up within my soul! For Christ alone is my Salvation, My Hope of Eternity! …And Once again I realize God has allowed my faith to be tested & refined! And once again I find HE is so very faithful!! All Glory to His Name!

Here are some thoughts to ponder: “The stronger the battle , the greater the resistance, the bigger the muscle”! Therefore we should not oppose trials, but embrace them! For we have a promise that not a hair on our head will be burned, nor the waves will overtake us! (Isaiah 43) Boldly we will emerge from the fire brilliantly glowing…as a pure reflection of His heart!

Praise You In This Storm – Casting Crowns – with Lyrics

He lives

Because He Lives

~San, Healing Rain to the Nations

Are you facing uncertain days? Are you going through deep struggles, feeling down in the dumps, discouraged or depressed? Come join me, listen to this beautiful old Southern Gospel song!

If you placed “All” into His hands, then trust God! He promises to never leave you nor forsake you! His plans are divine and His timing is ever so perfect! Believe it or not, He created you for His Glory and He has everything under control!!

So, don’t waste time being depressed and down in the dumps….Run to Jesus….HE is, Your Salvation, Your Shield, Your Hope, Your Peace and Calm Assurance,..even in the midst of it all!!

Now turn up your speakers and Lift your voice and sing those blues away!

 

 

“Because He Lives” 

Bill & Gloria Gaither - Gaither Vocal Band

come

Come As You Are

To all who are broken hearted and hurting, lift up your face towards Heaven!! I challenge you to listen to this beautiful, powerful song. As you sit quietly, listen to the words, allowing them to penetrate deep into your heart…..

Absolutely nothing is hidden from Christ. You see, God knows if you are ripped and ragged, lonely or shamed, yet HE loves you with an everlasting love and desires His best for you!! So stop running away from Him! Stop trying to figure things out on your own…Look Up my Friend!! No matter how dark your world may seem or what circumstances you may be facing, no matter how shattered and broken you may be – HOPE can be found in Christ alone!

Be still and listen…Hear the Spirit of the Lord beckoning you…”Lay down your burdens, lay down your shame…All who are broken…Lay down your hurt, lay down your heart, and COME as you are!”

You will find Christ Jesus is quick to forgive and restore, His Grace is so sufficient! You see, He knows all about you and yet you are chosen. He has a most perfect divine plan for your life! So lift up your face …Oh weary wanderer COME HOME!! Jesus is knocking at your hearts door, so come… surrender your life…FALL into His open arms! “Lay down your burden, lay down your hurt, lay down your heart….Come As You Are! Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can’t heal.”

~ Healing Rain to the Nations

 

Crowder – Come As You Are (Music Video)

 

morning prayer

Good Morning to all my Lovely Friends!

As I’m setting here enjOying my morning CofFeE and gazing into all the beauty that surrounds me, the Lord begins to bring you to mind. So many of my Friends are facing the impossible and have a desperate cry for prayer.

Today this is my prayer for you….

As you step into this new day I pray your life to be daily devoted to the Will of The Father! Whether it’s a day of sickness or health, work or Church, enjoying family & friends, a time of relaxation or just taking pleasure in God’s created beauty, wherever your feet may trod, I pray your spiritual senses are alert as the Lord reveals HIS TRUTH and LOVE to you in very special ways!

With each new day, may you experience God’s divine revelation as HE tenderly touches your body, spirit, mind and soul, bringing healing, hope & purpose to your life! I pray that with every step you will grow deeper and passionately in love with The Lord!

As your Faith arises, may this become the cry of your heart…O Lord…”Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.” (Psalm 143:8)

As you wait upon the Lord to answer your heart’s pleas, I challenge you to seek His face and draw closer to God. Make this a glorious day as you walk in His powerful, loving, comforting presence! With Christ you will be a Victorious Over-Comer!!  Listen to this beautiful song……

~San, Healing Rain to the Nations

“Give Me Jesus” by Jeremy Camp

 

 

Psalm 55.22c

Surrender it all

Did you know You were never meant to carry a heavy load! 

The Lord promises to carry all your heartaches and burdens, if only you will trust Him and allow Him to work in your circumstances. He promises He will not permit the godly to slip or fall. He will give clear divine direction …if only you listen. “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matt 11:28) ”Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)

So be quick to give your problems, your concerns and cares to the Lord, releasing the weight of it upon His shoulders. As you stand in total submission, the Lord will uphold you and pour over you His amazing love, blessing you with His jOy and sweet peace, even in the midst of it all.

So if you are tired and weary from carrying a heavy load…give it all to Jesus..Surrender it all!!  Look to the Lord, confirm your love and trust in Him, you will be amazed at how your faith will arise to new heights and your steps will be made steadfast and sure!  Release that heavy load, casting it all upon Jesus. Afterall He has given you His Word….”Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.” (Psalm 55:22) and He will never forsake those who seek Him with all their heart….(Psalm 9:10)

Lord have your way in me…I surrender!!

~ Healing rain to the Nations

I Surrender – Hillsong United

 

 

 

psalm 46.10

Facing Your Fears

Written by Sandy Blaser, Healing Rain to the Nations

Everyone experiences certain degrees of fear from time to time and there is nothing wrong with being afraid, but it’s important to not allow fear to control our lives. When fear comes in like a flood, the Lord certainly understands the cries of a desperate heart. When you’re faced with fear, be open and honest with God, cry out to HIM and tell Him you are afraid and you don’t know what to do. Then acknowledge to God that you are weak, but HE is strong and powerful. And then take you position of Faith, fix your eyes on Jesus and wait upon Him to act. Remember that battle is not yours—but the Lord’s!!

If you be still stand firm in faith, you will be totally amazed as you watch GOD’s perfect plans unfold before you. Don’t be afraid, don’t waver. March right out of that valley —GOD is with you.”

Our God, will you not judge them? For we have no power to face this vast army that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you.”

The Spirit commanded: “Be not afraid nor dismayed . . . for the battle is not yours, but God’s. . . Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the Lord with you” (2 Chronicles 20:12, 15-17)

Be still and know that I am GOD. (Psalm 46:10)

Carman – “Fear Not My Child”

 

Word, April 14, 2011

What an awesome word! Around 3am this morn the Lord woke me up drawing me into His presence.  His message was…”I hear the cries”!!! I hear the cries for family…I hear the cries for healing…I hear the cries for provision…I hear the cries for salvation…I hear the cries for protection…I hear the cries to rescue!  Desperate cries from my child’s heart never fall on deaf ears!  For a heart that cries unto Me knows where help must come from!”

It’s so comforting to know that our Lord does hear all our cries!  For me, He is my source, my very help in present time of need.  This rugged road we travel is filled with many valleys & mountains.  And only He can provide what I desperately need most   …strength, joy, peace & rest for the journey!

Sandy Blaser , HRN