Living Vine Chronicles

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In this episode, we explore God as Yahweh. References include: Exodus 6:3, Exodus 3:14-22, Genesis 37-50, Isaiah 42:8, Hebrews 3:8, Revelation 1:6-9, https://thebiblesays.com/en/commentary/exo+3:15 Reflection Questions: How have you, over your lifetime, seen God as Yahweh? What does it mean to you for God to be known throughout all generations a...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles, Thank you for joining me as we begin season 3, episode 1 where we begin our journey exploring God's character. This episode reflects on God as Alpha, the beginning. References include: Revelation 1:8, 1:17, 21:6, and 22:13, Colossians 1:15-18, Isaiah 41:4, John 1:1-3 Blue Letter Bible commentaries “The Bible Says”  Col 1:15-20 Meaning https:...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  This is the final episode of season 2, bringing another year to a close. We reflect back with thanksgiving to our Father, who gives us every good and perfect gift. Scriptural reference is James 1:17.  Thank you for being a part of our LVC journey. In season 3 of Living Vine Chronicles, we will be taking the entire year to explore God's char...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In today's episode, we will be considering what Mary's experience might have been as she traveled from Nazareth to Bethlehem, all the while making history. References include: Micah 5:2, Matthew 2:23, Luke 2 https://www.gordon.edu/stories/5-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-christmas-story Thanks so much for listening. I'll see you...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In today's episode, we consider Jesus’ incarnation; His transformation from being fully God to being both fully God and fully man. Scriptural references include: Matthew 19:26, Isaiah 44:24, Isaiah 40:28, Psalm 139:1-4, Jeremiah 23:23-24, John 1:14, Matthew 1:22,23, Philippians 2:6-8, Colossians 1:16, 17, John 8:58, Luke 2:52, and Matthew 3...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In today's episode, we reflect on the concept of hope in the darkness. Holidays can be tough, and so we consider the contrast of the world Jesus was born into with the hope Jesus brings. Scriptural references include Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-20, and Matthew 2:16-18.  It is my prayer that you will be able to follow the star of hope even in the...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In today's episode, we look at the practical example of putting Philippians 4:4-7 into practice. Additional scriptural references include 2 Corinthians 10:5, John 14:26, and Psalm 46:1.  Reflection Questions: What thoughts are filling your mind? Who are you trusting in your circumstances?  Thanks so much for listening. Take good care, and I...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In today's episode, in honor of Thanksgiving, we will focus on giving God Thanks, praise, and worship. Scriptural RESOURCES: Psalm 100:4 1 Corinthians 1:9 Psalm 100:5 Deuteronomy 7:9 Psalm 103:8 Philippians 4:19 Psalm 18:2 Leviticus 11:45 Psalm 24:8 Zephaniah 3:17 Psalm 145:3 Psalm 24:7,8 Isaiah 55:8,9 Matthew 19:26 Romans 16:27 Phillippian...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In today's episode, we will be exploring the concept of contentment. Scriptural references include Phil 4:11-13, 2 Corinthians 11:24-27, Phil 4:8,9, NIV lexical aid Reflection questions: When faced with challenges, what do you think about? When faced with challenges, what do you believe to be true?  Thank you for listening! Take good care,...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In today's episode, we explore the concept of taking control and getting curious about when we are tempted to take over. Scripture references include: John 5:19, Proverbs 3:5,6, and John 15:5.  Reflection questions: What does it look like to take control? What does trust and surrender look like? Thank you for listening. If you want to make...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In today's episode, we reflect on the film "Silence" and the theme of martyrdom. Here is a fair warning that the topic is heavy, yet necessary. Scriptural references include: Matthew 24:9, Matthew 16:25, Matthew 5: 10-12, Mark 10:29-30, Hebrews 12:2, and 1 Thessalonians 3:3–4 Reflection Questions:  What is your perspective on suff...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles, In today's episode, we will be reflecting on the idea of perfectionism. Scriptural references include Psalm 51, John 7:38, Psalm 103:8, Luke 16:15, and Romans 15:7.   Reflection Questions include: What are the ways perfectionism shows up in my life?  What am I believing about perfectionism, and what I hope to gain from it?  Thank you for joi...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In this episode, we explore 3 different ways pride can show up. Scriptural references include John 13, and Luke 22:54-62.  Reflection Questions: How does pride show up in your heart? What is one way you can counteract pride? Thanks for taking the time to listen. Take good care, and I'll see you Monday.  Nicole You can follow me here: https:...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  Today I read Psalm 146 in honor of the release of the Israeli hostages. Welcome home! Reflection Questions: In whom do you trust?  Whose help do you rely on? Thanks for listening. Take good care.  I'll see you Monday.  Nicole You can follow me here: https://www.facebook.com/livingvinechronicles LVC website link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In today's episode, we will reflect on the days that we live that are written in the books of our lives. Scriptural references include Psalm 139:16 and Psalm 40:7.  Reflection questions: What would have happened if you stopped writing your book in a tough season of life?  Did your book take unexpected turns, and what were the results?  I ho...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In today's episode, we consider how we are aligning our thoughts and who we are in agreement with, and the impact of that alignment. Scriptural references include: James 5:16, Psalm 91:1-16, Psalm 139:23, 24, Prov 3: 5, 6.  Reflection Questions: Whose eyes am I gazing into? Who and what am I coming into agreement with?  Thank you for listen...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In this episode of The Vine, we will be reflecting on our position as we approach the throne of grace to ask. Scriptural references include: Luke 11:9, Hebrews 13:5, and Matthew 11:29.  Thanks so much for joining me. I would love to hear other topics you wish for me to cover. If you have something in mind, feel free to reach out. I'd love t...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In light of all the events going on in the world, today I read from Andrew Murray's commentaries on Galatians 5:22 "The Fruit of the Spirit is love".  This excerpt was read from the Blue Letter Bible App's commentaries on Galatian 5:22 Andrew Murray.  Please take good care of yourself, especially during this time of great sad...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In this episode, we reflect on Song of Solomon 4:12 and the garden that is enclosed within our hearts.  Reflection Questions: What has the Lord planted within your heart?  What is He asking to prune in this season?  Thank you so much for listening. Please share with a friend if you have enjoyed listening. I will see you Monday.  Take good care, ...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In this episode, we reflect on what it might have been like for Jesus to wash your feet. Scriptural references include John 13:1-17 and John 1:27.  Reflection Questions: What do you think it would be like for Jesus to approach you to wash your feet?  What do you expect His response to you to be like?  If you want to make sure you don't miss...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Vine,  In this episode, we reflect on the different perspectives between Christ in us and Us in Christ. RESOURCES: Psalm 118:24, 2 Cor 2:14, Gal 2:20, John 17:20-23, Eph 2:6, Proverbs 3:5,6.  Reflection Questions: What is the difference between Jesus being in us and us being in Christ?  How does this difference change the perspective you have on your day?  Thank you...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  This week, we will spend time reflecting on the nature of God's light.  Scriptural references include: Matthew 4:16, John 8:12, Matthew 5:14-16, Psalm 36:9, Matthew 17:2, Genesis 1:4, James 1, Ephesians 5:11-14, 1 John 1:5 Reflection questions: What aspect of His light do you need most today? Thanks for listening. You can subscribe so that...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  In today's episode, we reflect on Jesus' statement, "I never knew you." RESOURCES: Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 7:21- 23, 1 John 4:7 Reflection Questions: What is the motive for your actions? What does love look like in each situation?  Thank you for taking the time to listen. I will see you on Monday.  Nicole You can follow me...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles,  Today we explore the feeling of rejection compared to the Lord's acceptance through a story.  RESOURCES include: John 15:16, Ephesians 1:4, Merriam-Webster, dictionary.com , Song of Songs 2:16.  Reflection questions: What thoughts are you having that reflect feelings from childhood that could use a good reframe with the truth of the bible? ...

Send us Fan Mail Hello Friends,  Welcome to Living Vine Chronicles. In today's episode, we take a moment to reflect a little deeper on what we might have buried in the tomb. Scriptural reference is Luke 24:5.  Reflection questions: Who told you it was dead? What assumptions have you been making? Thanks for joining me. See you Monday. Take good care.  Nicole You can follow me here: https://www...