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Carin’s Book Corner: “How Do Warriors Work?” Sharing a story from “STAND With Your Armor On”  What might it look like when warriors gather, wearing their full armor of God? Here we capture a glimpse of what the author would imagine it to be like: believers full of faith, living the Word of God, full of godly praise, and sharing encouragement to one another.  You can purchase your books at https://...

Sword of the Spirit. Today I read with you from the Word of God, Psalm 99 through Psalm 103. Please join me!    Psalm 99 Is full of praising and exalting the Lord of love and justice, to the one who answers our prayers. Psalm 100 Again, is rejoicing in God our Creator, for He is good; His love is forever. Psalm 101   Is full of singing praises to the Lord and encouraging our faithfulness. Psalm 10...

“How Much Will God Forgive?” You may believe you’ve fallen too far to be forgiven, but let’s look at the life of the Apostle Paul… Please join me!  Saul persecuted Christians and had the authority to approve the stoning of the Apostle Stephen. What happened to change him?  The Lord came to him while he traveled the Damascus Road, giving him opportunity to repent, and he did. From that moment on he...

Sword of the Spirit. Today I read with you from the Word of God, Psalm 94 through Psalm 98. Please join me!    Psalm 94 Seeks for God to avenge and destroy the wicked because of His unfailing love to those who love Him. Psalm 95 Encourages we sing for Joy to the Lord with thanksgiving. Psalm 96 Again, this is about singing to the Lord and praising Him; and the heavens rejoice. Psalm 97 Is further...

“Is There Hope After Failure?” Do you feel lost after making mistakes? Peter is an example of one who made many mistakes, yet he overcame.    What is it Peter did to turn it around? Please join me!  As we begin our study, we first find how impetuous Peter was; he was the one who would jump first and think later. Can anyone relate?  Peter was the only one who jumped out of the boat to walk on water...

Carin’s Book Corner: Spiritual Warfare Readings from the new release, “STAND With Your Armor On” Please join me!   Within this episode we touch on the concepts of wearing the full armor of God, sowing and reaping, and our choices- some may be with consequence. We also gain a snippet of intrigue from one of the five fictional stories…  You can purchase your books at https://CarinJayneCasey.com Your...

Sword of the Spirit. Today I read with you from the Word of God, Psalm 90 through Psalm 93. Please join me!    Psalm 90 Is in request for the Lord’s compassion, favor, and His unfailing love forever. Psalm 91 Declares God as a shelter and refuge; we can hide under His wings. Psalm 92 Is full of praise with joy, knowing the righteous who love Him will flourish. Psalm 93 Is about the majesty of the...

“Can You Bring It All To The Lord?” When we examine King David’s life, we can gain insights why he was ‘a man after God’s own heart.’  What are some key things we can emulate for our own lives? Please join me!  In this episode, we not only take a glimpse of David’s life from shepherd boy to King, but also we look at Psalms he had written. David’s relationship with the Lord was close and intimate;...

Sword of the Spirit. Today I read with you from the Word of God, Psalm 88 through Psalm 89. Please join me!    Psalm 88 Is a cry out to the God who saves, for His rescue from the Pit. In contrast, Psalm 89 is singing to the Lord for His great love toward us forever. indicating in this, ‘blessed are those who walk in the light of His presence.’  Available on Video: https://youtu.be/hOxWx24LsVA Plea...

“Can You Remain Future Focused?” Whether you can keep pressing on may depend on the distractions around you.  Let’s look at Joseph’s life to find what patient faith looks like. Please join me!  As in Genesis 37 through 50, we see that Joseph faced many hardships, betrayals, and injustice along his journey. But through it all, he maintained patient faith in the Lord, knowing God had a good plan for...

Carin’s Book Corner: Premier “STAND With Your Armor On” Introducing author’s new release, and the relationship to her previous book released. Please join me!   Within the pages of “ A New Song Rises Up! ” I share some testimony of my life filled with challenges and heartbreak, what I learned, and how the Lord rescued, delivered, and redeemed me through Jesus Christ. I share the Word of God relatin...

Sword of the Spirit. Today I read with you from the Word of God, Psalm 83 through Psalm 87. Please join me!   In Psalm 83 , A prayer for God to go after the ungodly nations and defeat them. Psalm 84 , Expressing a yearning for a relationship, to be in His presence, and for strength and favor. Psalm 85 , A call for restoration and revival in light of His unfailing love with the promise of peace. Ps...

Have you ever felt in direct competition with someone?  Was it hard not to compare?  Please join me!  Within the biblical story of Jacob’s family (found in Genesis) is also a cautionary tale relating to a legacy of lies, deceit, and jealousy. Two sisters are married to the same man! Rachel is beautiful and loved, while Leah is plain but fertile. How can they deal with the constant conflict?   We s...

Today I read with you from the Word of God, Psalm 79 through Psalm 82. Please join me!   The writer asks God how long he must suffer His wrath; asking for mercy and they ask for forgiveness. They cry out for restoration and revival; for His face to shine on us. God answered for them to listen, obey, and to be satisfied. In Psalm 82, the psalmist asks God to rise up and judge the nations.   Availab...

What can we learn from Judge Deborah and Jael?  Can you be brave and courageous when necessary?  Please join me!  This is an amazing and suspenseful story in Judges of the Old Testament. In addition to learning about Deborah and Jael’s bravery, we look at Barak, second-in-command as a cautionary tale. He refused to go to war unless Deborah went with him, even though he knew it was God’s command. D...

Carin’s Book Corner on Friday: An Author’s Read by Carin Jayne Casey Today, An Exert from “A New Song Rises Up!” Please join me!  We read a portion from Chapter 10, “Were You Oppressed?” Within these pages I give a brief testimony about the time I was forced by my abuser to allow something to happen to me. In this unwilling incident, I felt it was wrong and shameful, with lasting effects.  But God...

Today I read with you from the Word of God, Psalm 78. Please join me!   Telling of God’s mighty power and wonders with the Israelites so we should trust in the Lord. Even if we have sinned and brought consequence upon ourselves, we can repent; because God is merciful and God forgives.   Available on Video: https://youtu.be/zl7cSCsyKEI Please subscribe to my YouTube channel at Carin Jayne Casey on...

What can we learn from Martha and Mary?  Do we find a priority between worship and service for the Lord?  Please join me!  This lesson unfolds for us in the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 10. Mary and Martha are hostesses for Jesus and friends. Both of these women are of fine character and they love the Lord. In this scene, Martha is busy and anxious while serving their guests, and Mary sits at the feet...

Today I read with you from the Word of God, Psalm 75 through 77. Please join me!  'Begins with a warning to the wicked that God is in Control. He is the one who judges. While feeling helpless, we can remember His unfailing love & His miracles for us.   Available on Video: https://youtu.be/_xWVnsdbkJU Please subscribe to my YouTube channel at Carin Jayne Casey on YouTube Audio: https://buz...

For Such a Time as This... What can we learn from Queen Esther?  Please join me!  This amazing and dramatic story is in the book of Esther: of how a Jewish woman receives favor to become Queen, and she finds herself in the potential opportunity to save the Jews in her country. But her decision is not without grave danger for her very life. What does she do?   After prayer and fasting, Esther stood...

Carin’s Book Corner on Friday: An Author’s Read by Carin Jayne Casey Today, An Exert from “A New Song Rises Up!” Please join me!  We read a portion from Chapter 6, “How Can You Heal From The Pain?” Within these pages I give a snapshot of the emotional pain that is connected with the loss of loved ones. Regardless though, whether physical or emotional pain, it can be debilitating. Here we offer a p...

Today I read with you from the Word of God, Psalm 73 through 74. Please join me!   We begin with a comparison of the life of a pure heart and that of evil, coming to the resolve to remain good and near God. While waiting on God for rescue, the write wonders how long he must wait.   Available on Video: https://youtu.be/j0RTVANjG7Q Please subscribe to my YouTube channel at Carin Jayne Casey on YouTu...

What can we learn from the Samaritan woman at the well?  What decisions did she face?    Please join me!  This story is in John 4:1-42, the woman at the well. Jesus offered her living water, even while knowing her sinful life. She was amazed He knew her reputation and decided to turn from her ways and accept Jesus, the living water.   But she didn’t stop at that! She witnessed to many about Jesus,...

Today I read with you from the Word of God, Psalm 70 through 72. Please join me!   Psalm 70; This is a petition for God’s help; “may all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You.” Psalm 71; This passage is also seeking rescue/ deliverance as David proclaims the Lord as his Rock of Refuge.  He will shout with joy, sing praise, tell others of His righteous acts all day long. Psalm 72; a prayer for Ki...

How can I be more like Jesus?  What is an Imitator or Ambassador for Christ?    How can I qualify for that role? Please join me!  It is a believer who seeks to follow in Jesus steps. In studying the Word of God and in prayer, a believer has the Holy Spirit’s guidance along their journey toward renewing their mind; ultimately to have the mind and character of Christ, filled with His fruit, especial...