Tag: comfort

December 13, 2025

rePost!

I find myself revisiting these thoughts from a former holiday season…need the reminders.

Thinking about Mother Mary this holiday season, had me overwhelmed with emotion…

She was “highly favored” AND pregnant but not married in a time that looked down on such things

“Highly favored” AND couldn’t get a loan…a bank account…or a phone on her own

“Highly favored” AND couldn’t get a place in her own name

“Highly favored” AND rejected by the local townsfolk, gossiped about by the praying and the prEying

“Highly favored” AND discredited, made fun of and most likely ostracized by the Believers Only Club and the At-least-we-lookiN-Holy Inc

“Highly favored” AND how many “friends” disappeared once she went public w/her “condition”

“Highly favored” AND which religious circle/s welcomed her into their group

“Highly favored” AND she had to tell her fiancé, I’m pregnant oh…it’s Heaven’s Child – like ain’t no man did this

“Highly favored” AND she appeared mentally unstable

“Highly favored” AND how much prenatal care she get

“Highly Favored” AND in the dead of night, had to leave erythAng she knew AnD move…not up to the East side, no…she had to move to a place that certainly didn’t look HeavenSent

“Highly Favored” AND she laid on the dirtY floor of a stable…a barn, surrounded by animals, LAWD, the smells alone – I need to know, did somebody give the girl some lemon, lavender, mint…anything?

“Highly Favored” AND she gave birth to her firstborn: The Most Powerful and simultaneously Gentle One, The Great Spirit, The Divine, My Sovereign One behind the Bethlehem Bed and Breakfast.

“Highly Favored”…now, maybe we should talk about the definitions for this word, Favor – kindness, approval, support, over generous, preferential treatment…wait a minute, whose definition of FavoR we talkiN’ about here?

Favor from Heaven’s perspective is NOthing like what earth may have yuh believing!

Remember to remind yaSelf of the way Heaven views Favor

iF you are Highly Favored, Heaven will drop a seed into ya system that Heaven alone can germinate and develop and finally cause to “show” on the outside.

Heaven alone can take credit for the nourishment, birth and growth of this new life.

This new life will have limitless potential but NO human can decide what the path will look like. It may not appear “logical” but iF ya keep your ears open to the Sound of the Angels, they’re coming in this season of miracles to remind you that you are “Highly Favored” and EverY single occurrence in your is because…

You are Highly Favored/favoured!

raise yuh hand…up in the air w/me now…make a fist and say it out LOUD…I AM Highly Favored/Favoured!

That interview that did NoT turn into an offer is because I AM Highly Favored

That promotion I was promised but didn’t receive is because I AM Highly Favored

That house loan I was assured wasn’t granted because I AM Highly Favored

That relationship (friendship or romantic) didn’t go as I planned because I AM Highly Favored

What are you being Protected from because you are Highly Favored?

What is Heaven allowing to happen so people will shun you, even in and maybe especially in religious circles?

What is Heaven allowing so people will speak terribly to you and about you because you are Highly Favored?

What is it that isn’t looking like good sense but is Heaven’s leading?

What is it that has you shaking yuh head because despite the lack of logic, you know in yuh heart, all is well?

What has you seeing the Wonder amidst the worrisome?

Regardless of how it appears, the Truth that holds me is I AM Highly Favored/Favoured!

Common Day Hero: To see, experience and know it all through the wonder of a child…that is my prayer. May we never lose the wonder…you hold it so well. I miss you immensely and hold ya in my heart always. My dear Robin Diane, I dedicate this post to you.

April 15, 2022

twelve

I AM comforted by these words from Psalm Twelve…again.

Verses five through seven of Chapter Twelve in the Book of Psalm in the Holy Bible: But the Lord says, “Now I will arise! I will defend the poor, those who were plundered, the oppressed and the needy who groan for help. I will spring into action to rescue and protect them!”
For every word Yahweh speaks is sure and reliable. His truth is tested, found to be flawless, and ever faithful. It’s as pure as silver refined seven times in a crucible of clay. Lord, you will keep us safe, out of the reach of the wicked.
These verses are a reminder that The Divine has us.
Heaven is always protecting and providing for us.
When I have no strength, no words; the words that are simultaneously Sword and Shield comfort, empower, heal and rejuvenate me.
Common Day Hero: It is always refreshing when The Divine sends affirmation, confirmation, empowerment through another human. Flawed as we are, we recognize and are honored by the flow of Heaven’s current through us. What a delight to meet you AngieM; fellow Warrior, kindred spirit, artistic earthAngel, I dedicate this post to you.
January 21, 2022

121

From as early as I can remember, my mom has quoted Psalm 121 when we enter a vehicle. Before we buckle up, as we buckle up and as we start moving down the road, we’d hear these words. I find myself saying these very words and being comforted by them often.

May they comfort you, knowing The Divine offers Protection, Provision and the very Preservation of our souls.

Chapter 121 of the Book of Psalms from The Holy Bible (New King James Version, but please look up the version of your choice, the one that speaks best to your heart. This is just the version we heard/memorized).

I will lift up my eyes to the hills—
From whence comes my help?
2 My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth.

3 He will not allow your foot to be moved;
He who keeps you will not slumber.
4 Behold, He who keeps Israel
Shall neither slumber nor sleep.

5 The Lord is your keeper;
The Lord is your shade at your right hand.
6 The sun shall not strike you by day,
Nor the moon by night.

7 The Lord shall preserve you from all evil;
He shall preserve your soul.
8 The Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in
From this time forth and even forevermore.

Common Day Hero: May you sense even now the way Heaven guards you. May your heart find reassurance in this Psalm and always may you know how deeply loved you are. My dearest HJ and TruG, I dedicate this post to you.

September 10, 2021

23

Psalm 23 is a childhood favorite of mine. A reminder that I’m never alone; I’m provided for and taken care of…always. It comes to mind occasionally and this week, it kept coming up for me, so here ’tis for all.

The Lord is My Shepherd; I shall not want.

He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.

He restores my soul. He leads me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me. Your rod and Your staff they comfort me.

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil. My cup runs over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Psalm 23 continues to be a prayer, a meditative piece and a source of reassurance for me.

I believe these words carry so much value for me because they speak comfort, peace, protection, favor and healing.

Which Scriptures, songs, poems bring you comfort and encouragement?

May I suggest that we meditate on one daily and memorize one a week?

Common Day Hero: Your devotion to the “least of these” is inspiring. Your heart for equality and equity for all is such a gift. I look forward to seeing and hugging you again…air hugs for now and I dedicate this post to you, SusannaT.

June 4, 2021

wings

A friend shared a vision with me this week – she saw the Wings of the Almighty just enveloping me and my two adorable ones. While she was sharing, I immediately thought of the 91st Chapter of the Book of Psalms in the Bible.

Psalm 91 is among the many passages that I learned in early childhood. It is one that comes to mind often, especially in moments of crisis. It speaks safety, comfort and protection to me.

The fourth verse specifically states that I will be covered by the feathers of The Divine and under His wings, I will find refuge/shelter/retreat/sanctuary/safe haven. Let me just post the whole Psalm here for you:

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will remain secure and rest in the shadow of the Almighty [whose power no enemy can withstand].2 I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress, My God, in whom I trust [with great confidence, and on whom I rely]! 3 For He will save you from the trap of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence.

4 He will cover you and completely protect you with His feathers and under His wings you will find refuge;
His faithfulness is a shield and a wall.

5 You will not be afraid of the terror of night nor of the arrow that flies by day, 6 Nor of the pestilence that stalks in darkness, nor of the destruction (sudden death) that lays waste at noon. 7 A thousand may fall at your side and ten thousand at your right hand, but danger will not come near you.

8 You will only [be a spectator as you] look on with your eyes and witness the [divine] repayment of the wicked [as you watch safely from the shelter of the Most High]. 9 Because you have made the Lord, [who is] my refuge, even the Most High, your dwelling place,10 No evil will befall you, nor will any plague come near your tent.

11 For He will command His angels in regard to you, to protect and defend and guard you in all your ways [of obedience and service]. 12 They will lift you up in their hands, so that you do not [even] strike your foot against a stone. 13 You will tread upon the lion and cobra; the young lion and the serpent you will trample underfoot.

14 Because he set his love on Me, therefore I will save him; I will set him [securely] on high, because he knows My name [he confidently trusts and relies on Me, knowing I will never abandon him, no, never].15 He will call upon Me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him. 16 With a long life I will satisfy him and I will let him see My salvation.

This week, may I encourage you to look up Psalms 91 in the translation of your choice?

Settle into a quiet space and as you read, journal all that resonates with you…comforts you…empowers you!

Common Day Hero: So many claim to know, but few truly understand. You are one of the few and I’m glad to know you. You have consistently been a friend in need and deed. Jaisy, I dedicate this post to you.

December 26, 2020

cheer

The season…day(!) of cheer is here! 

The definition of cheer that typically comes to my mind is a shout for joy, praise, whoop, hooray. Another definition for cheer is to give comfort or support and that meaning is what I’ve experienced this season…and day.

Friends who haven’t needed questions answered as much as they’ve needed to be here…with me. Friends who have been kind whether they agreed with me or not. Friends who have sent reminders of love via texts, phone calls, dropping off a meal (or two), flowers, sweets, prayers, chai/coffee, hugs…and spending time with me.

I AM so grateful for this form of cheer. I haven’t been able to shout for joy in these moments. I have been able to receive comfort and support. I AM able to fully receive now.

There was a time (in years past) when I didn’t know how to receive. I had grown accustomed to only being the giver. I was raised to be available to all in need. I was raised to not show any sign of doubt, fear, sadness or inadequacy. As I got older, I began facing all the reasons why…that brought many things to the surface and after sorting through, I began choosing transformation.

A piece of choosing transformation was that I began evaluating my relationships. I began noticing the spaces that were truly safe for me and I let myself simply/truly be me.

This season…and especially today, I hope you were/are able to let in the moments of cheer/comfort…to fully receive them. I hope you were able to have a happy Christmas and a merry holiday ~ not because everything is simply splendid, but because in our broken state, we are not alone.

My personal belief is that The Divine is broken with us and simultaneously whole for us…our sustenance, our Peace, our HOPE, especially when things are unexpectedly or dauntingly bleak. As we remember those who have gone on before us and those who have chosen to go on without us, may we find cheer/comfort in The One Who will never leave or discard us and because of Whom, we are forever LOVED and HELD.

Common Day Hero: Our friendship spans more than two decades! We have seen one another through some difficult, happy, unexpected and interesting moments. Always praying for, encouraging and loving one another…grateful for you. Corncurl, I dedicate this to you.

December 4, 2020

rest

The love of Yesú is Eternal…timeless…Divine.

I have sat with this statement at various points, through the years…trying to let it sink in and I sit with it now – nothing can separate me from the love of Yesú…nuh-thing. no one…ever!

I AM always held. Always loved. Always wanted. I can never, ever be separated from the One who created me, placed dignity and worth within me, filled me with Everlasting love and Eternal hope.

I can rest in that Truth.

This has always encouraged me, but especially these past two months, I’ve been reminding myself often: humans can sometimes take external things – money, vehicles, land, houses, clothes, jewelry, appliances, furniture, fill in the blank…any external thing can be taken away. 

What can never be touched by another human are the Eternal gifts I’ve chosen to receive from The Divine: love, joy, peace, gentleness, kindness, faith, integrity and hope…just to name a few.

If you’re going through (or have gone through) a time when you felt robbed and terribly wronged or violated, I am saddened, hurt, upset and feel the weight of it all with you. I can’t claim to know what specifically will help us, as individuals, because each of our circumstances are complex and unique. 

May I encourage you to consider reaching out to a therapist, a support group, a true friend, a mentor to receive the strength you need to fully process…to sit with it all and completely feel and face the difficult…my hope is that we continually gain healing and health in every area. 

Give yourself permission to rest in the fact that there are internal/Eternal gifts that can never be touched by a human. I AM powerful is a strong reminder for me, especially in shaky moments. I say it often to remember Truth when lies are swarming all around and trying to pull me down.

Yesú remains a solace, a safe place, a strong tower, a refuge, always inviting, unconditionally loving, eternally patient, incomparably kind, The Best Surprise Giver (fa real!), Miracle-Maker, Ultimate Warrior, the solidarity of a loving sibling, the nurturing warmth of Amma (Mother), the confidence of Abba (Father), a faithful and forever friend…

There is so much more that could be said and I feel it still wouldn’t be enough to accurately describe The Divine. I have personally found in Yesú ~ Strength for this present moment and Hope for the next.

Dear weary soul, I invite you to rest.

Anytime I say the word rest, I’m reminded of the words of Yesú in Verse twenty-eight of Chapter eleven of the Book of St. Matthew (The Bible), “Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest“.

Rest is a gift ~ for the taking, if we choose. 

Will we choose to believe Truth, despite what we may currently/physically see around us? Will we choose rest? Will we choose to fall into the Arms of The One who will never grow tired of us? 

For me, rest equals surrender.

I see The arms of Love reaching out to me, so that I can choose…surrender.

Surrender is releasing my burdens: daily, I choose to release negative thoughts, people and circumstances – and especially those over which I have no control.

Surrender is fully receiving the Love and Comfort offered: daily, I choose to focus on how loved, protected and secure I AM in Yesú. 

What does rest look like for you?

What comes up for you when you hear the word surrender?

Common Day Hero: You are loyal, intentional, a visionary and a listener/follower of Yesú. I felt your kindness and love from day one ~ you shared your dreams for the love of your life (glad to see how The Divine orchestrated all of that so beautifully!). It was a joy to dance and celebrate with you at my fortieth. I hold you and your family dear. You have always and will forever be Bhai to me. Today, I dedicate this post to you.

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