Set on Fire 

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So my neighbor is smoking weed.

And I’m tellin’ ya…this end of the hallway positively reeks. I swear, walk from here to the elevator and you’re going to be baked by approximation.

ANYWHO.

If my thoughts seem…well…all over the place…now you know why. 😉


Pentacost Sunday.

It was yesterday, in case you missed it. The infamous “Tongues of Fire” day where we wear red and sing about the Holy Spirit.

I’ve always had a special affection for the day. My childhood imagination would run wild, picturing the scene and what it would have been like to be there. A fantastic chaos of divinity.

But as I’m getting older, I’d be lying if I said that the day and its miraculous events are losing their luster. Maybe it’s all the special effects we’ve become accustomed to in movies and on TV, or perhaps it’s the curse of familiarity, but I found myself glazing over at church today. Which, I am not proud of.

And walking home through the loud and boisterous streets of lower Manhattan, I felt rather guilty for my lack of appreciation and wonderment.

And I realized, as I was getting accosted to buy a soggy pretzel and knockoff Oakley sunglasses, that nowadays, even if the Holy Spirit were to literally throw a tongue of fire right in front of my face, there’s so much noise and distraction all around us, that I’m afraid I wouldn’t even notice.


For a long time, my relationship with God was more of an “insurance plan.” You know – pray when you need an A on a test, or you’re scared, or you need something. I believed in and loved God, but was not really “plugged in” to the Spirit on a day to day. Maybe He’d get an “I love you – Thank you – Goodnight” at the end of the day, but other than that, He was just someone I turned to when I wanted to prevent bodily harm.

But for the seasons in my life when I actually was needing and depending on God on the daily, I realized just how often God would show up in my life. How He’d be there in the small coincidences, the beauty around me, the interactions with others, the lyrics of a song. His Spirit was alive. And on the move.

But I was thinking today: maybe the reason I saw His working in my life, was because I was deliberately looking for it.


Maybe, He is always sending down His spirit upon us, but we miss it because we’re too busy in the commotion of this life.

The tongues of fire…maybe that wasn’t such a phenomenal occurrence after all? Maybe, He just needs people to pay attention and be receptive to His Spirit?

Or maybe this is blasphemy, and I’m in jeopardy of going to hell.


But, I just wonder – what can I do to be a better listener for His spirit?

I spend so much aimless time on things that don’t even matter: things like social media. Netflix. Facebook. Instagram.

And sure, I love a good episode of The Office just like the next shmuck, but what if our free time has a higher calling? 


Maybe those precious lull moments could be used to say “hi” to God, and breathe in His Spirit, rather than compulsively refresh Facebook.

Up in that secret room, 2000 years ago, I can tell you one thing: those disciples were not engrossed in SnapChat. They were thinking about Jesus. Reflecting on God. Scared, sure. But they were tuned in. Looking for Him.

And God responded. God showed up. In a big way.

I want to be a disciple in that room. I want to be so totally fixed on Jesus that a tongue of fire literally takes over me.


Call me an eternal optimist, but I don’t think that’s out of the realm of possibility. Sure, maybe not an actual burning flame above my head, but surely, God can get creative.

God, help me to seek you everyday. Let my free time be Your time. 

And maybe, just maybe, I could receive a of Tongue of Fire, too.

****Food for thought: Where do you see God working in your life?

 

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316 thoughts on “Set on Fire ”

  1. Great post. I believe God is alive and working…we just need to be receptive to His voice. That requires listening which requires being still and reflective and detach ourselves from the distractions. You are right…there are so many mindless distraction options. I needed this post at 2:30 in the morning when I am suddenly wide awake to convict me to use this time for something more meaningful than Facebook!!

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      1. In self-critique, we can also remember the broader pattern of choices we have made in life, and our identity… And which are themes that come through (positivey…) in your writing.

        And hey, best to pursue Jesus without self-criticism, besides.

        It’s such a central aim and question, how to have more of Holy Spirit… it sure is an on track question 🙂 👍

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      3. Hmm… Your question of a better listener?
        With less distraction, and more quiet, and as you suggest…

        And on the other hand, of pursuit and of need,
        and of God with you in those times.
        (… and a need to take my own advice!)

        …

        And patience. Patience can be good.
        Perhaps the word needs a PR consultant… hmm… something good can be had slow for instance, to savour it more…

        Thanks for listening

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  3. Great reading your blog. Love hearing a catholic that has a real relationship with God. I grew up in a catholic school and family and didn’t see this, it wasn’t until my mum moved us to a baptist church that I began to see people walking with God.

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  5. When we contemplate the original time in the garden, Our Heavenly Father’s interactions with the prophets, His relationship with Jesus Christ, we see a desire for constancy. Truly it seems in His plan there is not a time or reason, not to be connected, not be in relationship with Him. Yet God’s word also shows how we stray, There is an enemy trying to distract us, lead us astray and unfortunately we’re (or at least I’m) all to ready to follow that distraction. However, I don’t think it is just optimism but it is through the grace filled promise from the mouth of God, Himself through the life, death and resurrection of His Son Jesus Christ, that we can humble ourselves and asking forgiveness, we can be restored in relationship to our Heavenly Father. Thank you for your ministry in this site and article.

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  7. Hey girl! Love your honest post (as always)! God is surely not dead and I love that you put the responsibility on us to listen to the Holy Spirit! It’s so true! By the way, my church believes that what happened in the Upper Room still happens today. Here’s a link to our livestream and there are also archived services. You might even see me singing on there sometimes 😉. If you get a chance, you should watch sometime and let me k ow what you think!! ❤ http://www.cfcky.com

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  8. “It is written in the prophets, And they shall be all taught of God. Every man therefore that hath heard, and hath learned of the Father, cometh unto me.” John 6.45
    “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” John14.6

    The way of truth draws us closer to the Lord Jesus Christ, that all may be One.

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  10. “And he said, Go forth, and stand upon the mount before the Lord. And, behold, the Lord passed by, and a great and strong wind rent the mountains, and brake in pieces the rocks before the Lord; but the Lord was not in the wind: and after the wind an earthquake; but the Lord was not in the earthquake:

    And after the earthquake a fire; but the Lord was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice.” – 1 Kings 19:11-12

    Follow the still small voice, and it will lead you to profound experiences; even to know God and Jesus Christ, “for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.” – Revelation 19:10

    “Do ye not remember that I said unto you that after ye had received the Holy Ghost ye could speak with the tongue of angels? And now, how could ye speak with the tongue of angels save it were by the Holy Ghost?

    Angels speak by the power of the Holy Ghost; wherefore, they speak the words of Christ. Wherefore, I said unto you, feast upon the words of Christ; for behold, the words of Christ will tell you all things what ye should do.” – 2 Nephi 32:2-3 Book of Mormon

    “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance” – Galatians 5:22-23

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  13. This is a subject I can speak directly to. The reason is because I have the Holy Spirit and the tongue of Fire I’m not telling you what to do here I’m just going to tell you a few things that worked for me first of all before I get to that I want to explain to you why you were seeing God and small circumstances and even in the big circumstances. Your relationship with God in the beginning might have been very small but that’s probably because no one is really taught you how to pray and communicate with God as though he’s a real person. Yes a lot of people missed the boat on that don’t feel bad. The reason you were seeing God and circumstances is because you were looking for him and because you were looking for him God was revealing himself to you because God doesn’t look as man looks period I can’t stress this enough God looks upon the heart and not as man sees things. He likely saw your heart as honest so in my estimation he was trying to get your attention in the small matters so that you can bring the big matters to him . No God doesn’t expect you to pray about what socks are going to wear in the morning that’s what he gave you a brain for that give him the things you have no control over and need answers to. Remember God is not an ATM machine. You have to really develop a prayer life and prayer time. One of the ways I did that was I gave up social media and all forms of it those who seek to find their life will lose it but those who lose their life for my sake will find it. We have to be devoted to him 24 hours a day working for him if we do that God will bring Souls that are marked for us to win I ve not told you this but perhaps that’s why we know each other because perhaps your mark for​ me to win. Maybe that’s why when we faced opposition against each other on very little occasions God had just said keep praying for her and so I did and the moment has brought you here. The fact that you want to see a tongue of Fir

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  14. Is an answer to my prayer for you that I have been praying earnestly for two-and-a-half years. I can’t express to much more information without sounding crazy to the General Public but you will understand I will email you soon and tell you how I received the Holy Spirit until then take notes and study KJV Acts chapter 2 verse 4 Acts chapter 2 verse 38. Acts chapter 7 and Acts chapter 8.

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      1. Big Bang? Parallel universes? The earth is BILLIONS of years old. (Not seven days plus the days of man.) Chaos theory. Etc. Yes, it does look quite mutually exclusive.

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      2. Again, Caralyn, this is me being abusive, to draw out what I can for a response, an understanding what you really think and not what was told you in Bible study or from your mom or dad. That’s all. I do have my beliefs, and no, they are not mutually exclusive this of God and science. Of that you are correct. Again, my abusive personality.

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      3. Dude, let her speak. Don’t silence her. Everybody is given a voice for a reason.

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      4. I know she can defend herself, her fierce love of God alone will vindicate her. That said, who am I to you that my mere response has such authority over her that she cannot speak? I tell you, child, worship of science will leave you in the greatest mourning you will have ever experienced and will last a thousand years…

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      5. I can see you have a beef with me. I don’t quite really understand why. Maybe you could explain yourself a little better? My point is that every person has a voice. Your voicing of yours does not, nor should it, silence mine.

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      6. My “beef” is that you are targeting her and demanding from her a sign, while her entire blog is itself a sign of faith. Know that it is written, that no sign from God shall be given to a faithless generation except for the sign of Jonah.

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      7. Ummm…okay, sir, madam, whatever you are, ummm, those things you talk about are very outdated. You really need an update to modern times. I’m afraid I can’t do it for you, though. Good luck with that.

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      8. I suppose one day science will be able to explain how a simple command from my mouth set in motion of series of earthquakes aimed right at the heart of the matter and along went with it, a letter.

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      9. You got something to say, I suggest you say it to my face. Hiding behind walls of glass is for lads with no class.

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      10. You are right, I do not have any class, nor do I want any, and it is not a wall of glass I am behind, it is a veil, for you can hear me loud and clear. I have said my bit, go in peace.

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      12. Caralyn, I did not mean this about needing a sign. I talk a lot of shit just to see where people stand. I get offensive, I get bold, I get prickly, but it’s all an effort to find out who I’m really dealing with in any kind of “knowing you” sense. If this offends you, I’m sorry. I have a very abusive personality. But it is abusive in the style of coaching or teaching. I hope you understand.

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  17. If you ask it shall be given unto you 1 Cor 2;9
    Eye has not seen and ear has not heard nor has it entered the heart of man what god has prepared for those who love him.

    The only question is do we really want it or are we sastified with less than God’s best for us.

    Love your blog.
    Jack

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  20. As our faith grows deeper it changes and the way we used to look at things no longer serves or has the same affect as it once did. It sounds to me like you are awakening to a deeper faith. You already have all you need inside you. Your soul is longing for you to discovery what it has to show you yet. Listen to that inner voice and give your attention over to all that is love. It sounds to me like that’s what your trying to do anyway.

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  21. So true…My mind is often found wrapped up in circumstances, worries, words, etc…that matter very little in hindsight of eternity. The Lord is so faithful to me and I don’t deserve it. He is good. He is kind. He commands obedience. I’m a mess but He’s working on me…

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  23. “God’s relationship with man does not work in a way in which man stumbles and then God has to drop what he is doing in order to lift him up; rather, man stumbles so that God can lift him up. Hence it is utterly impossible to truly diminish his glory.”
    ― Criss Jami, Killosophy

    Good stuff…Satan’s greatest triumph is in the distractions that keep us from seeing the work of the Spirit around us.

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  27. Last week I had opportunity to preach. I pointed out that the apostles’ obeyed Jesus before Pentecost by doing what he told them when he ascended – “Go to the city and wait.” They waited – what Peter says in Acts 1 indicates that they were consulting Scripture during that time.

    A couple of important things about that pre-Pentecost time: they were together. So life in the church is vital. My Sundays are annihilated by my current job most weeks, but I have a friend I meet with on a weekday each week to read Scripture and pray together. Some form of “church” is critical.

    Also, there is the need to hear preaching from the Scriptures, as Paul points out in Romans 10. The word is very near us, in fact, within us, but we won’t recognize it without someone to preach. Hearing faithful preaching from the Scriptures is big – we’ve never had more access what with podcasts and all, but we probably ignore it more than ever.

    Right now I’m reacquainting myself with obedience in small things. Applying God’s Word (that is, the full expression of God revealed in Jesus and recorded in the Scriptures) is where God is at work in my life right now.

    Blessings on your willingness to hear him!

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  28. Awesome awesome! Salvation through Jesus Christ is what gives us access to the Holy Spirit. I’m so thankful for it! And you’re right.. sometimes we are too distracted to notice! He promised the people that saw him ascend to heaven that he would send a helper, and that’s just what he did. He’s still our Helper.

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  30. Great post, and maybe it’s already happening for you here with this blog and with other things you do in your life. You are reaching people here all over the world already and you have some great things to say. Maybe this is God getting creative. Thanks for your posts. They always give me and many others a lot to think about.

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  31. It’s cool that you wrote about this in your post this week, and that I came across it, because our pastor has been preaching on this very subject for several weeks now, and it’s not because Pentecost Sunday was this week. We are a Pentecostal church, and that’s what we seek. Him. The Holy Spirit. We look for Him to move. Yeah, that probably sounds hokey, and if you don’t know what I’m talking about, it would be. However, let me just share a couple of things here… 1. The Bible tells us about the Trinity: Father, Son AND Holy Spirit. I think we focus so much on the first two that we, too often, miss out on the awesomeness of the third. 2. Jesus said Himself, “I must go away, so the Comforter (Holy Spirit) might come. 3. God is in heaven. Jesus is in heaven, but where does the Bible say the Holy Spirit is? HERE WITH US. He’s never left! 4. He was sent here to be a comforter, a convict-or (of our sins), a commune-r (to draw us to the Father), and an empower-er of His power… I know that’s kind of a “play on words,” as far as the grammar I’ve used to describe Him, but look it up. 😉 Each of these descriptions are in the Word. God still speaks, and the Spirit is still alive in us. If you’ll look for Him, you’ll find Him. Just talk to Him and see what He speaks to your heart. 😉 *Disclaimer: yes, you do have to get away from distractions many times in order to hear Him…He likes to get full attention, and we can’t “multi-task” on that One. 😉 Oh, but He is so worth it! 😊💕

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  33. Similarly, when I was younger I too kept religion and God as a “Plan B.” Though, as you point out, somewhere I found myself relying on my Catholicism, the grounding nature of the ceremony and service. There was a predictability that existed – just as a friend can be predictable, which brings comfort. As I’ve experienced more life its become easier to slow down and see what is going on around me, and that has allowed me to see the things that are important. That has made it infinitely easier to remove the unnecessary and damaging parts of life. I used to spend hours on Facebook, Twitter, and other social media, but when it came to what brought me solace – it was friends and family, and quiet self-reflection, which often took the form of dialogues where I took stock of the graces I have been given. When I removed the distractions, I was granted the guidance to find the path I was meant for, and while not without hardship, it is much calmer than when celebrity newsfeeds and busy-ness interfered. Thank you for your post.

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  34. As much as I want your posts to be pure coincidence, I think I’m beginning to think that your posts have more relevant to someone like me that one might assume. I’m struggling today, once again, and I just posted a purely negative post and began to question my belief in God…
    …again…
    And then I search for your blog, because I do find it to be something joyful. And then, as I finish reading, I realize that I am not looking for where God exists in my life; rather, I’m looking for where he won’t exist. I remember a priest that used to be in charge of my parish once said, “God does not exist where there is evil. If you can’t see God in something, then it is because evil is there. God only exists where you see good.”
    I went to confession again this week and was told I am dealing with a spiritual battle and that my problem is that I’m trying to hard to fight the battle and I am incapable of fighting that battle…I’m working on trying to let go…
    …but I know my fear is what prevents me from doing this.

    Thank you, again, for your post.

    Oh…I wouldn’t recommend moving here to Colorado, if you’re trying to stay away from weed. 🙂

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    1. thank you so much for sharing that. I’m so sorry to hear that you’re going through that. i will definitely keep you in my prayers. and i just want you to know how much that quote you shared hit home with me. it really resonated in my soul tonight as I wrestle with where I’m supposed to be, and i just can’t feel at peace here in nyc. your quote really hit home. so thank you. sending massive hugs xo

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  35. Yes, This.

    I’ve probably said this before, but I think in the last decade or so, I’ve had a harder time seeing God at work in my life, and I’ve felt generally more distant. I think the biggest reason for that is that I haven’t had a Bible study, small group, etc., that I’ve been close with. And my church of the last couple years is so tiny that such a group doesn’t really exist, although I’m getting a little closer with those people. So, especially now being off work for seven weeks, maybe I should start looking for such a group, even if it’s through a different church, or start looking at other churches in general.

    However, that doesn’t mean that God isn’t speaking to me. I just posted today about something that God was telling me a few days ago

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  36. OK so you knew I would like and comment to this post!!! NAILED IT! Starting to sound like my Preacher over there a little but lol. But
    Seriously – you are right on so many levels. Especially “But for the seasons in my life when I actually was needing and depending on God on the daily, I realized just how often God would show up in my life” and “His Spirit was alive. And on the move”. People don’t often realize just how much God is in our presence or how much we really call on His name in some form or fashion. Thanks for the great post!!!

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  39. Hey Caralyn. I am so looking forward to Heaven, and meeting you there. Although not too soon. We will get there first, and my wife and I will be waiting be waiting. Being in the Presence of Jesus, empowered by the Spirit of Jesus, worshipping Him here on earth is fantastic, but imagine being in Heaven with umpteen millions of worshippers, all praising the King of kings and Lord of lords, who created the universe.
    Then, even though God knew that man and woman would sin, He still created us and loved us. Even before creation, our Triune God had the plan for Jesus Christ, the Eternal Son of God to take leave from the Glory of Heaven, coming to earth as a baby, growing through all the teen years and into adulthood, never sinning, and freely giving His life to die on a cross so we may be forgiven of all our sins, and have salvation. The good news is, Jesus did not stay dead, nor stay in the grave, HE AROSE, He defeated death do we may have eternal life with Him and our Heavenly Father and the Spirit who draws us to Jesus. No sin is allowed in Heaven, it is the only place of Purity and Holiness.
    Since that time, Holy Spirit has been calling and drawing sinners (all of us) to Jesus, to repent and ask forgiveness.
    Thank you Caralyn for your good words today, since on Pentecost the Spirit of Jesus came to enter every person who calls upon Jesus Christ, and empower us with various gifts to serve, and to Glorify God.
    I was reading Chapter 17 in John’s Gospel this morning. This was the prayer of Jesus for unity amongst His followers, praying that we would also have unity with Him and Heavely Father, as Jesus and the Father are one, we and the Father be One, and we and Jesus we united. The way has been provided.
    God’s Blessings Caralyn. Keep seeking Jesus, proclaiming Jesus as Truth, ministering faithfully.
    Luv, 😀❤️
    George

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    1. Oh my gosh George, you are incredible, you know it 🙂 I know Heaven is going to be amazing and that’ll be so special to get to meet!! Thanks for this beautiful encouragement. You ever cease to make me think 🙂 Hugs and love xox

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  40. Hi Caralyn
    Thank you for this post. I, too, had an uninspiring Pentecost; how a preacher can make Pentecost dull is beyond me! But your post has reminded me of what it’s all about, and I’m grateful.
    If you want to read more about the work of the Holy Spirit in the present day (Whoops, I’m forgetting how old I am – I mean, in the recent past!), you might try “Nine o’clock in the morning” by Dennis J Bennett.
    And, if I may pick up on one of the comments; as someone trained as a scientist, who has worked as a scientist, I don’t find a clash between science and faith. Science deals with the how, and faith with the why. However, I have great difficulty with those who tell me that the bible is literally true, because that clashes with science and is not consistent (e.g. Luke 3 vv 23 – end, and Matthew 1 vv 1 – 16).
    My faith is that God reveals himself to mankind as we are able to understand what He teaches us. A bronze age culture will interpret God’s teaching very differently from a 21st century Westerner, because we know more. And at the centre of all understanding is Jesus, His redeeming death, and glorious resurrection. Alleluia!

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    1. Thank you so much for this Penny. And thank you for that powerful perspective. You’re so right! Faith and science actually compliment each other!! So glad this hit home with you:) Hugs and love xox

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  41. That topic!! “Free Time”. It is so valuable, yet so easily wasted on so many things. I recently had to put my foot down with how I spent time with people. Since I care so much about relationships, it can take away from me investing in me. When there was an imbalance of how I spent my time neglecting sleep, food, and most importantly a relationship with God was no good. Putting God as my #1 allows his spirit to influence so many aspects of my life. That fire you talk about it is so influential in how you live your day to day.

    -JV

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  42. This is so inspiring. Right now, I have been so locked up in comparison with other bloggers. I’ve always loved to write, and I want to use my love for informing others to better the kingdom. But I then look at other bloggers 100k+ instagram following, the influence they’re making, and the time it took to get there, thinking ‘I can’t possibly do this. I’m not good enough’.
    But those feelings are just me taking my eyes off Jesus. He gave me a love for writing and fashion and he gave me the opportunity to write for Him. I will fix my eyes on Him, instead of my circumstances, doubt, or fear.
    Thank you for your words. They are such an encouragement.

    Much love,
    Ashley | dearash.com

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    1. Thanks so much for sharing that Ash. I definitely feel you there – it can be so easy to get trapped comparing ourselves, but just remember, you are the only person who can offer what *you* have to offer! 🙂 and that’s awesome!!!! sending big hugs xox

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  43. I too have been guilty of putting God on the shelf and only grabbing Him when I need Him and He certainly deserves more than that. If we just take a few minutes out of our busy day to commune with Him, even while driving down the road, it can make all the difference. It always amazes me to see how much better and how much more connected I feel when I talk to Him. Thank you so much for sharing.

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  44. ‘Seek and ye shall find”… I think it all starts with the “looking”…. sometimes when you least expect it, in those secret prayer places is exactly where He chooses to blow our minds! Great post!

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  45. Good post, make me think about the lesson we just had in church. Now a days we put to much attention Into social media, phones,facebook. When we need be more focus on his Word!.. I hope all is well with you. God Bless

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  46. A few months ago our pastor said that “God isn’t just going to appear when you need him, but He is going to works through others”. Well that kinda stuck with me and the more I thought of it, the more I see that it’s true. Sometimes the oddest times I realize He’s here and always just when I need Him…
    And for the science guy, I honestly believe that Adam and Eve and lots of religious stories are meant to teach us and give us meaning. Our faith is that people before us taught us enough to believe in God and Christ and that they will comfort us. And they do. Years ago people didn’t have science but they had stories and did their best to understand and that’s why we have science – our curiosity and an innate desire to learn more.
    You answered terrifically Caralyn, we need both and God gave us both. If someone doesn’t realize that I feel badly for them. And I would be remiss to not mention the Holy Spirit – I’ve found that when I need inspiration He’s right there – and he is definitely underrated… Thanks for a terrific post!!

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  47. Very good post my friend!! I think I may have said this before, but my life these past many years has been an ongoing message of seeking balance in life and to be a productive human doing, I need to first seek to be a content human being. Jesus always found time to go away and be with the Father amidst all the ministry.

    But, even in “ministry” or just plain life, we’re just addicted to the hustle and losing ourselves to life as human doing. At least I know that to be true of myself. In this, we miss too much. My prayer this week has been that He would just pour His Holy Spirit down upon me. I mean like POUR it down on me.

    Anyway. Good thoughts and much to ponder. Thank you!

    That said, your walk through lower Manhattan reminds me when I flew into town in April of 2002 for an event at Carnegie Hall. I think I was staying at the Viceroy and I had all this time on my hands. So, I decided to walk all the way down to Battery Park. Loved it. But wow. A little bit of a walk there.

    Anyway, keep letting that light shine of yours. The world is so much brighter because of it.

    Be well. G

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  48. Love this post. Years ago I asked God to give me more gifts of the Holy Spirit. He answered! He loves to give gifts to His children. Those gifts from 2000 years ago are still alive and well and functioning today. You’re on to something good here. He will answer your desire for more of Him …the Giver of all good gifts. He’s been taking me into a place of deeper walk with Him …sometimes a little lonely feeling as He is showing me that other people that I have been depending on emotionally can’t fill that space that only He can fill …that true contentment and trusting Him. Thanks for your honest writing. Love your heart!

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  49. You are definitely on the right track. One in touch with God and He surely knows it. He works in me by allowing me to love unconditionally, sometimes to a fault. I have this need to always want to make things right for those I love and others. I feel, if God has Blessed me I am to Bless others and that comes with Belief and knowing Him in the right way. Being unselfish to me is a Blessing because many think only of themselves.

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  50. Great post Caralyn! You stated it very well…it is not a matter of if or when He is sending down His spirit, rather, are we looking for Him? Are we paying attention to His presence everyday? As it says in Deuteronomy 31:6 “the Lord goes with us. He will never leave us or forsake us.” I pray we all dedicate time and space to see Him and His good works. Peace to you!

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