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Ephesians Chapter Six Part: TWO
Lynn Donovan here. Let’s pick up where we left off yesterday. Ephesians 6:11-18 How do we swing our sword. Watch me in action: Excerpt from Spiritual Warfare manuscript: For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV This is one
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The Power of a Praying Mom (and Dad!)
Photo courtesy of Karolina Grabowska at Pexels.com Hello, everyone. Ian, from hot and humid Sydney here. One of our challenges as SUMites is the spiritual welfare of our children. I know for many of us it causes us a great deal of angst for a host of reasons but one that often raises itself in
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How I Read my Bible – Tiffany’s Favorite
Hey SUM Family, Tiffany here! I love seeing how other people read their Bible. I have seen some things that I would really like to try! Isn't it great how together we sharpen one another! ::grin:: I have talked before about the power of praise. I love to listen to worship songs and praise God
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Tablecloth of Thanks -From the Archives
Hi friends, Lynn Donovan here on this brilliant November 1st as we all step into a season of giving thanks. I'm writing to you from my new home. I am so very thankful for all the Lord has provided. Below is my annual Thanksgiving tablecloth post: Every year I share this post in November. I
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It’s Halloween. What is a Christian to Do?
I received a call last week from a frantic young mother who was desperate to receive help and deliverance for her very young daughter. After her description of the frightening things going on in her home and with her daughter, I lay awake most of the night praying and interceding for her child. This child
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Watching For Miracles
Once in a while my children will say or do something that blesses my spirit beyond words. When those moments happen it feels as if God is saying, “See? They ARE learning! And you are doing a good job!”. One of those moments came a few weeks ago with my seven year old
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Maintaining Promised Land Living? What Does That Mean?
Hey SUM family, Tiffany here! Maintain 1:to keep in an existing state (as of repair, efficiency, or validity) : preserve from failure or decline 2: to sustain against opposition or danger : uphold and defend 3: to continue or persevere in : CARRY ON, KEEP UP 4a: to support or provide for b: SUSTAIN 5: to affirm in or as if in argument : ASSERT Living 1: the condition of being
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Shifting our Focus: Part 3 – Slow Down
Photos courtesy of Pexels.com/ron-lach Over the past couple of months I’ve been sharing some thoughts on how we shift our focus away from our busyness and ourselves to refocus on Jesus. In my first post, we shared about meditating on Scripture and the second one in Holy Week was about the power and wonder of
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Holy Week: Monday – Stillness
This is one of my favourite weeks of the year. Walking with Jesus to Easter, to be reminded once again of His sacrifice for us and the hope His life, death and resurrection give us. Daily Events Years ago, I read the four Gospels to follow along with the 8 days of Holy Week, starting
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And a Little Child Shall Lead Them
Hey SUM family, Tiffany here! Since my last writing, I had to confront some tough topics with my children. This ranged from introducing them to the LGBTQIA agenda to spirit animals to what is the electric chair. (This did NOT all stem from their public education and it was not all in one conversation.) I
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Why I Chose To Get Involved – In Spite Of Having To Do It Alone
Hey SUM family, Tiffany here! Those who have followed my story for a while have seen the struggle to let go of the fear of man. There have been many times when I would shrink back from what God was calling me to do because I didn't know how my husband would react. Would he
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When God Reveals His Upper Hand
Hey SUM family, Tiffany here! Not too long ago I posted an update about my house. I mentioned that I had written scripture throughout my (current construction) house with my children and grandparents. We went around to each of the rooms and took turns with markers and scripture in hand. I came back some time
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Seeing the Manifestation of the Goodness of God
Hey SUM family, Tiffany here! I recently opened up my Bible to spend time with the Lord. "Somehow" (grin…isn't God good like that?) I turned to a bible passage that I had been reading three years TO THE EXACT DATE. I wasn't even looking for this passage, nor did I remember I had taken notes
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A Love Letter – Prayer & Fasting 2022
Lynn Donovan here: Many of you don't know Rosheed Lee. She was a writer for SUM a number of years ago. It was Rosheeda who actually initiated our family fast here on the web. Ro, was tragically killed in a car crash on her way to a conference where I (Lynn) and Dineen were speaking.
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The Shift Of This Generation Begins With Us. It’s GO Time.
Hey SUM family, Tiffany here! I just wanted to pop on quick and share a wonderful song with you all. In searching for the original, I found a cover by a group called the Creative Trio. There is something prophetic about this group covering the song. I know a lot of us have young ones
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A Carter Update And Prayer Request
Hey SUM family, Tiffany here! This has been quite the transitional season for the Carter household. We have been living with my in-laws for 8-9 months now. As far as our current arrangement, time has flown by! As far as our new house being built and completed, it can't go by soon enough. I am
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A Quick Hello on Our Day of Worship
Ann here! As I write, it's late night here in New Zealand, and somewhere over the Pacific ocean, three from our community are kicking us off. What a lovely thought! Now, don't worry if you didn't sign up — Just jump in and worship any time during this day. You can look at the list
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Do you know what happens in the Spiritual realm when we worship?
Tomorrow is our “Church-without-Walls” community worship event. My friends, determining to worship together brings the Kingdom of God near. 1am Pacific, Thursday 18 November to 1am Pacific, Friday 19th I’m convinced that worship thins the veil. Worship is an invitation into encounter, an encounter with love. An encounter with our Savior who affirms; we are
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Taking Refuge in God
Image courtesy of Phil_Bird at FreeDigitalPhotos.net Hi all, Ian from Sydney, Australia here once again. I’m coming off a hectic month of caring for my parents. Both have been in hospital and as lockdown restrictions eased, we’ve been able to have minimal visitation access which has been great so one or two of us can
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When The Past Comes Back To Haunt You
Hey SUM family, Tiffany here! Today I want to talk about guilt and shame. My children are now 7 and 8. Man how the time flies! In their earlier years (sadly even in the womb) I had some serious anger issues. I did not know how to control my temper. In many ways I was
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But Will His Grace Cover….Me?
Hey SUM Family, Tiffany Here! I was reluctant to share this with you today; however, I hope to bring encouragement to those who may be struggling as well. I love my husband. I love my marriage. I love my SUM life. I am truly blessed! I had lunch with someone recently who I met a