I have been spending a lot of time reading the Psalms. Someone once told me that when you are searching for answers, just read the Psalms and stop and meditate on the first thing that stands out to you in that moment. Psalm 43 made me stop and meditate on its words... ... verse 5... … Continue reading Encourage yourself in the Lord
Marieka’s Journal
Fear
Just when I thought that I had done a good job kicking fear out of my life I discovered that it had made its way back in again. It was ever so subtle, but each day it was beginning to grow more and more. I recently read this wonderful quote by Havilah Cunnington...We need to … Continue reading Fear
Anchor
https://youtu.be/pGe6ABM1tU0 This is my song at the moment. I find myself singing it over and over again, declaring it over myself until I fully believe it. It helps me to remember that in every season, and through all the changes that I may go through, God is always near. He gives me strength, He gives … Continue reading Anchor
The good shepherd
The Lord is my Fierce Protector and my Pastor. I always have more than enough. He offers a resting place for me In his luxurious love. His tracks take me to an oasis of peace, The quiet brook of bliss. That's where he restores and revives my life. He opens before me pathways to God's … Continue reading The good shepherd
Getting out of the pit
I recently read this and I just loved it.... .... Part of the seduction of “why me?” is that we expect a reward for our suffering. It’s like we expect our families and friends to turn around and feel sorry for us and somehow ease the pain and make it all better. We expect people … Continue reading Getting out of the pit
Marieka Lake 