Being content in all things,
Is what I aim to be.
Then troubles sneak up, behind my back,
And I discover that I cannot see…
The anger that pulls me under,
The terror that threatens my soul,
And the lies that keep me captive,
God, help me! Make me whole.
 
A hand reaches out towards me –
Calmness fills the air,
A holy Presence surrounds me,
With gentleness and care.
 
I AM your Rock to stand on,
In Me there’s nothing to fear,
I AM your Shelter in the storm,
I’ll protect you. I’m always here.
In this world you’ll have trouble,
But do not be afraid,
For I have defeated the darkness.
I’m the One who came to save.
Rest in Me, Jesus Christ,
And let Me set you free.  
 
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In the woundedness of being an outcast,
In the loneliness of living in fear,
In the cringing from constant insults.
We hide in darkness with tears.
 
“I AM right here with you,
Come into My warm embrace,
I feel your pain and your sorrow,
I will blanket you with goodness & grace.
Though the world may reject you,
I, Jesus, never leave your side.
Let ME bless you with loving-kindness,
In My Presence, you can always hide.
 
“I want you to know that I love you,
I can heal those painful wounds,
I have marvelous things for you --
In the morning, evening and noon.
I will walk gently beside you,
And fill you with comfort and peace,
And restore what has been stolen,
So your sorrows and pain will cease.”
 
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When darkness is all around you,
And you don’t know what to do,
Take a breath and call out, “Jesus!”
Because I’m always here with you.
You’re never alone on this planet,
I stand right by your side,
Ready, able and willing to help
When in Me, you choose to abide.
I AM your place of refuge,
Your shelter in the storm,
A strong shield that defends you,
I can keep you safe and warm,
When terror comes upon you…
Freezing you in your tracks.
Set your thoughts on the Lord your God,
Where you’re safe and can relax.
Let Me fight the battle for you,
As you rest in My Hiding Place,
I AM here to defend you,
And uplift you in My Grace.

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“You are so beautiful,” is what he says,
I turn my heart away,
How can I be a person of beauty,
After what I did today.
“I forgive your sin, when you repent,
Please look into My Face.
I offer you abundant life,
Overflowing with wonderful grace.
I say, “Forgive me,” and lift my head,
Jesus is smiling at me,
Christ loves me more than I can imagine,
He opens my heart to see…
That though I stumble, and often fail,
He’s right here by my side,
To pick me up and give me strength,
And teach me how to ride
His waves of grace, that HE offers me
In the ups and downs of each day.
He’s eager to bless and fill me with joy,
As I trust in Him and pray.
 
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Come, My precious child. Soar higher with ME, Jesus Christ. Soar on the wings of My mighty Love. Let go of your worries and cares. Give them to ME, and I will carry them. They are too heavy for you. They keep you from rising above situations. I want you to be free to rise higher on the wings of My grace, where there is no haste – just perfect, glorious peace.
Lean back. Lean into My Protective Arms. Let My goodness encircle you. Allow My loving-kindness to surround you. Feel My gentleness come upon you. I AM blanketing you in peace – in the peace of My Presence, where you are safe.
 
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Arise, O butterfly of beauty. It’s time to step into splendor. You were made for a time such as this. Do not look at the chaos around you. Look at ME, Jesus Christ, and I will give you eyes that see and a vision so bright, that you shine with My Light, and lead others into the Kingdom of God.
 
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On the drive home from the hospital, after anointing a young man, who was battling sickle cell anemia, and then praying for his healing, God gave Rosemary an image of a painting to make for the young man – a picture to provide daily encouragement and a flow of healing love for him. Rosemary’s prayer was that when the young man looked at the picture, he would be strengthened and healed. Eighteen months later, the young man was up and about, and vacationed in Europe with his mother.
 
Here is the meaning to the painting: The source of life is the Word of God becoming flesh. Yahweh, God's name, is written in Hebrew and is located on the crown of the head. The letters of this Hebrew word for God form a body of a person when written vertically. Yahweh – the source of life is pouring healing into the Tree of Life which also represents Christ's body and the young man's body. 
     The tree's roots are bathed in the refreshing/ purifying Living Water of Christ, and also embraced by Jesus's hands representing his sacrificial love. 
    The water pouring forth from the lance or gash on the trunk of the tree/ body is the same Living Water which the roots are bathed in. The water is representative of the Holy Spirit residing in us. Yahweh, Christ, and the Holy Spirit create an infinity Trinity in which we are a part. 
    The trunk and limbs of the tree are strong and the biceps are defined with two large atomic orbitals of the element iron. Anemia is a condition marked by a deficiency of red blood cells or of hemoglobin in the blood resulting in low iron reserves. The healthy red blood cells which transport the oxygen are now replenishing energy and strength. 
     It is also a reference to pumping iron which denotes strength and virility. His heart is open to the Sun/Son above, the Creator of Life and also the energy needed for photosynthesis by the Tree of Life. There are various leaves representative of the trees: Cottonwood – usually located about 30 feet from a fresh water source; Oak– known as a sturdy, strong, and majestic tree; Catalpa– with its huge leaves and fragrant flowers; Palm– flexible and withstanding hurricane force winds; Maple – the beautiful fluttering of the angel like keys or seeds. The seeds falling from the trees take flight to perpetuate the gift of life. Oh, the warmth of the Sonshine on the tree's shoulders...makes him happy.
 
“He reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with him.” – Daniel 2:22 NIV
 
Rosemary’s website: www.skyblueliving.com

Risa Baldauf created her painting on crumpled piece of packing paper, adding fake gems and tin foil.  Her interpretation is: “The tree is in a very difficult season. It does not have fruit now, but the silver leaves are to show the treasure in time of struggle. This tree will bear fruit!”
 
God promises that as we place our trust in Him and obey His Word we will bear fruit.

Risa’s painting is part of the Healing Gallery Traveling Art Show. When a print of it was on display at one of the churches in Illinois, a lady who was blessed and encouraged by it, shared what the Lord placed on her heart: “As scraggly a tree as you sometimes feel. know that I, the Lord God, dress you in the splendor of My mighty love with gems and treasure from Heaven. Though you may feel ill-equipped, rejoice! For I, Jesus Christ, am all you need, and I meet all your needs. It’s through the scraggly trees that I bring about victory!”
 
The image of Risa’s tree was used with her permission. Risa owns the copyright to her art and to her words.

 This painting by Christine Cole depicts the freedom from sin and bondage that Christ gives us when we receive Him as our Lord and Savior. It was done for a show by ex-cult members, and it depicts Christine’s journey of being in a cult and then getting set free from it (She was actually kidnapped by her two best friends and deprogrammed). It is a very powerful visual for people who have experienced bondage in their lives, and many people have been very moved by painting.
 
“He brought them out of darkness, the utter darkness, and broke away their chains.” – Psalm 107:14 NIV
 
A large print of Christine’s painting is part of the Healing Gallery Traveling Art Exhibit that travels to churches and art galleries in Illinois and Indiana.
 
More of Christine Cole's art is on her Facebook page.
 
The image of Christine’s painting was used with her permission. Christine owns the copyright to her art and to her words. 

As Vicky Martin was praying, the Lord gave her an image of a butterfly coming out of a chrysalis. This was the picture HE gave to her to paint for the young teenage girl who was on dialysis because of kidney failure. She was waiting for several years to be put on a donor list for a new kidney. At the time of the painting, the girl was not even on a list for a new kidney and the chances of her recovery looked very slim. Vicky obeyed the Lord and painted the butterfly painting and gave it to her, along with the words below to go with it. Within months she was on a transplant list, and six months later the girl was given a new kidney, and in her words "a new life." She felt immediately better after the surgery, and has now made a complete recovery. 
 
Prophetic words to go with the painting by Vicky Martin & Sherrill Read.
Your Abba Father sees you…
        “I have seen what has been going on with you. I have been with you all the way every moment. You are enveloped in my love and care.
      “I have seen what you have been through. Now is a time of complete restoration.
I AM going to restore what the cankerworm has stolen. The enemy has tried to steal even your very life but I have set up a standard that the enemy will no longer be able to cross over.
      “It’s a new day! It’s a new season! You are entering a new season of breakthrough!
You have been in the chrysalis for a long time and I want you to be set free to fly. Close your eyes and picture yourself flying free as a butterfly. This is what I want for you.
      “You are becoming who I intended you to become in the beginning. You will live and not die! You are the head and not the tail! You may feel as if the enemy has been surrounding you. But actually, I have surrounded you with both ministering angels and loving friends to watch over you and pray for you. You are emerging out of the darkness and I AM bringing you new life.”

“See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” – Isaiah 43:19 NIV

A large print of Vicky’s painting is part of the Healing Gallery Traveling Art Exhibit, that travels to churches and art galleries in Illinois and Indiana.

Learn more about Vicky and her art: go to her Instagram or her website.

The image of Vicky Martin's Butterfly was used with her permission. She owns the copyright to her art and to her words.