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Day 174 of 365: The Rose of Sharon

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His Banner Over Me

Greetings, Precious Family. May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

Family, as I have studied the history behind the Rose of Sharon, I have been captivated by the literal Rose of Sharon as a flower and the  figurative Rose of Sharon as a Savior.

As a literal flower or bush the Rose of Sharon is a beautiful plant. Biblically, the Plain of Sharon is the central section of the Israeli coastal plain, stretching south from Mount Carmel to the Yarkon River (near Tel Aviv). Historically recognized for its ancient oak forests, the region has transformed into Israel’s most densely populated and agriculturally rich area.

As I reflected on the Rose of Sharon, I found myself drawn not only to the flower and the land where it grows, but also to the way Scripture uses love, beauty, and invitation as images that point my heart toward Christ.

The Song of Solomon is a beautiful dance of love, a love that is not rushed, but unfolds with honor, covenant, timing, and grace.

Here is a brief excerpt from Chapter 2:

Song of Songs 2:1-4
New International Version

She[a]

I am a rose[b] of Sharon,
    a lily of the valleys.

He

2 Like a lily among thorns
    is my darling among the young women.

She

3 Like an apple[c] tree among the trees of the forest
    is my beloved among the young men.
I delight to sit in his shade,
    and his fruit is sweet to my taste.
4 Let him lead me to the banquet hall,
    and let his banner over me be love.

The Invitation

Family, I know that my connection may not be a common one that is traditionally made, but please give me the grace of making this connection of the invitation and seating placement at the banquet. In the Song of Solomon 2:4 the writer guides other women who may be reading her instructions.

4 Let him lead me to the banquet hall,
    and let his banner over me be love.

In the 14th Chapter of the Gospel of Luke, Jesus has been invited to a wedding banquet at a Pharisees home. He notices that certain people are fighting to sit at prominent seats of recognition. In verses 7-11, Jesus gives this instruction:

Luke 14:7-11
New International Version

7 When he noticed how the guests picked the places of honor at the table, he told them this parable:

8 “When someone invites you to a wedding feast, do not take the place of honor, for a person more distinguished than you may have been invited.

9 If so, the host who invited both of you will come and say to you, ‘Give this person your seat.’ Then, humiliated, you will have to take the least important place.

10 But when you are invited, take the lowest place, so that when your host comes, he will say to you, ‘Friend, move up to a better place.’ Then you will be honored in the presence of all the other guests.

11 For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.”

Family, what do I hear when I read these passages? WAIT ON THE LORD!!

Get to know the Lover of your Soul. Take your time in knowing what pleases the Lord. God desires relationship above all else. Every day with Jesus is sweeter and sweeter. Enjoy the journey.

Let Us Pray

Heavenly Father,

Tonight, we come before You with grateful hearts. Thank You for being the Lover of our souls, the One who invites us into a relationship that is deeper than words and sweeter than we can fully comprehend.

Lord, as we reflect on the beauty of the Rose of Sharon, remind us that Your love is not rushed. Just as a flower blooms in its appointed season, teach us to trust Your timing in our lives. Help us to stop striving, stop comparing, and stop running ahead of You. Give us the grace to wait patiently and confidently for Your leading.

Father, when we are tempted to seek recognition, remind us to choose humility. When we are tempted to rush the process, remind us that relationship is more important than arrival. Teach us to take the seat You have prepared for us and trust that You know exactly when it is time to call us higher.

Lord Jesus, thank You for inviting us to Your banquet table. Thank You that Your banner over us is love. Thank You that we do not have to earn our place in Your presence, but are welcomed by Your grace. May we never become so busy pursuing blessings that we neglect the Blesser. May we never become so focused on the destination that we forget to enjoy walking with You along the way.

Help us to know You more deeply each day. Let our hearts remain tender, teachable, and full of wonder. Give us eyes to see Your beauty, ears to hear Your voice, and hearts that delight in Your presence.

And as we continue this sacred journey, may we remember that every day with You is sweeter than the day before. Teach us to enjoy the journey, trust the process, and rest in the assurance that You are leading us exactly where we need to be.

In the precious name of Jesus, our Beloved Friend and Savior, we pray. Amen, Amen and Amen.

Worship Video of the Day

Credit to Artist Kevin Prosch singing we added words. It’s about the Bloodline and it is His Love. He is calling in all of the remnant.

Rev. Marcia Davis, BA, MA

Covington, GA (USA)

Day 157 of 365: Preparation Day – Why God’s Names Matter

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Greetings, Precious Family. May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

Family, as I prepare to introduce a new mini series to you, I want to thank you for continuing to go on theses daily journeys with me. We just concluded the mini series on “What Is It About The Name of Jesus?” and now we are about to dive into a new mini series on the different names of God.

Psalm 9:10
New International Version

10 Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.

In Scripture, God’s names are never mere titles. They reveal His character, His nature, His promises, and His relationship with His people.

When God reveals a new name, He is often revealing a new dimension of Himself in response to a human need. To the fearful, He reveals Himself as peace. To the wounded, He reveals Himself as healer. To the wandering, He reveals Himself as shepherd. To the weary, He reveals Himself as provider.

God’s names are invitations to know Him more deeply.

Many people know facts about God, but throughout the Bible God continually reveals His names because He desires relationship, not merely information. Every name teaches us something about who He is and how He cares for His children.

As we begin this new journey together, we are not simply studying ancient Hebrew names. We are drawing closer to the living God. Each name we explore will reveal another facet of His heart and remind us that the God of Scripture is still actively working in our lives today.

Over the coming days, we will discover names such as Jehovah-Jireh, the Lord who provides; Jehovah-Rapha, the Lord who heals; Jehovah-Shalom, the Lord our peace; and many others. Each name carries a testimony of God’s faithfulness.

The question is not merely, “What is God’s name?” The deeper question is, “What is God revealing about Himself to me through this name?”

Question: Which aspect of God’s character do you need most in this season of your life? Provision? Peace? Healing? Guidance? Protection? Ask God to prepare your heart to encounter Him in a fresh way as we begin this journey through His names. 

Let Us Pray

Abba, Thank You for revealing Yourself to us. You are not a distant God hidden from Your people. Throughout Scripture, You have made Yourself known through Your names, Your works, and Your faithfulness.

As we begin this new series, open our eyes to see You more clearly. Teach us not only what Your names mean but what they reveal about Your heart. Help us move beyond knowledge into deeper relationship with You.

Prepare our hearts to receive fresh understanding, fresh faith, and fresh trust. May every name we study draw us closer to the One who bears it. In Jesus’ precious name, Amen, Amen, and Amen.

Worship Video of the Day

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Rev. Marcia Davis, BA, MA

Covington, GA (USA)

Day 152 of 365 — What Is It About the Name of Jesus? (Day 6)

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Healing In His Name

Greetings, Precious Family. May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

Acts 3:1-8
New International Version

Peter Heals a Lame Beggar

3 One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the time of prayer—at three in the afternoon. 2 Now a man who was lame from birth was being carried to the temple gate called Beautiful, where he was put every day to beg from those going into the temple courts. 3 When he saw Peter and John about to enter, he asked them for money. 4 Peter looked straight at him, as did John. Then Peter said, “Look at us!” 5 So the man gave them his attention, expecting to get something from them.

6 Then Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.” 7 Taking him by the right hand, he helped him up, and instantly the man’s feet and ankles became strong. 8 He jumped to his feet and began to walk. Then he went with them into the temple courts, walking and jumping, and praising God.

Family, what a powerful Scripture passage we have this evening. Once again, the power and authority of the name of Jesus is shown so clearly.

Two things are happening at the same time. First, Peter and John were exactly where God wanted them to be. They were on their way to the temple to pray, making themselves available to be used by Him. How many blessings, opportunities, and divine appointments happen when we simply remain obedient to God’s leading?

Second, even though Peter and John were well-known disciples of Jesus, they understood where their authority ended and Jesus’ authority began. Peter told the beggar, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.”

Family, so many times we become consumed by our problems when we should be looking beyond our problems to the One who is greater than them. Peter did not focus on what he lacked. He focused on Who he had. He had Jesus Christ of Nazareth.

We are rich beyond measure because we have Jesus.

The name of Jesus brings healing, restoration, and wholeness. He is able to touch every area of our lives. Sometimes He heals bodies. Sometimes He heals hearts. Sometimes He restores relationships. Sometimes He mends wounds that no one else can see.

His healing reaches into every part of our lives:

• Emotional healing
• Relational healing
• Spiritual healing
• Healing from grief, shame, guilt, and brokenness

Whatever needs healing tonight, there is still power in the name of Jesus. Don’t be afraid to trust Jesus.

Let Us Pray

Lord Jesus, we stand in awe of Your timing.

Every day, this man was brought to the gate called Beautiful. Every day, he sat in the same place, with the same condition, asking for the same help. And yet, on this day, the day recorded in Your Word, everything changed.

Why this day, Lord? Why not yesterday? Why not the year before? Why not sooner?

And yet we see that nothing about this moment was accidental. You had already ordained the steps of Peter and John. You had already prepared the heart of the man who was asking. And in the right moment, You revealed that Your power had been present all along.

Teach us to trust Your timing, even when we do not understand it.

Teach us to believe that delays are not denials, and that what feels like waiting is never wasted in Your hands.

Lord, just as You did at the gate called Beautiful, meet us in our own “today” moments. The places where we have grown used to waiting. The places where we have learned to survive instead of expect.

And when Your moment comes, open our eyes to recognize that You were never absent. Lord, you were preparing, positioning, and perfecting what we could not see.

We surrender our timelines to You. We surrender our understanding to You. And we trust that You are still the God who steps into ordinary days and makes them holy with Your presence.

In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, Amen, Amen and Amen.

Worship Video of the Day

Official Audio Only for “I’ll Just Say Yes” by Brian Courtney Wilson
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Rev. Marcia Davis, BA, MA

Day 4 of 365: The Cost

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Greeting, Precious Family:

May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

On day four of our year-long devotional journey, I would like to continue our discussion of preparation. Specifically, as we continue our preparation to go deeper in our spiritual journey, we must also consider what our decision will cost us.

Scripture of the Day

Galatians 2:20
New International Version


20 I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

Let Us Pray

Spirit of the Living God, we thank you for all you gave in human form as Jesus Christ. Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice you made in order for us to have an intimate relationship with you. May we humbly and soberly realize that this journey will also cause us to make sacrifices as well, in order to draw closer to you. May we easily let go of anything that tries to keep us in a stagnant spiritual place. We desire to draw closer to you. In the name and power of our Lord and Redeemer, Jesus, The Christ.

And we let it be.. And so it is.

Amen, Amen, and Amen.

Worship Video of the Day

Michael Bethany leads “Draw Me Close” live at Gateway Church.

Song Title: Draw Me Close
Featuring: Michael Bethany

Rev. Marcia Davis, BA,MA

Covington, GA

Spirit of the Living God…

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May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

Spirit of the Living God. We bless your holy name. We speak the name that is above every name, when we call on Jehovah Rapha because YOU, Lord, are the One who heals. We cry out in repentance to you. There is no part of us that does not bless your name.

Spirit of the Living God, forgive us for being lovers of ourselves and placing so many idols in front of you. We repent for making idols of people, places, things, politics, religion instead of a relationship with you, money, and so many other things that satisfy our flesh and cause us to turn away from you.

Spirit of the Living God, those of us who are in a relationship with you, we rip our clothes and mourn our selfish ways and the selfish ways of those on earth. May your Kingdom come and your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

We have made a mockery of the name of Jesus as we hide behind our personal and global agendas. Let your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

We turn to you, Lord, for an intimate relationship with you and nothing else. We have no other agenda but you. Search our hearts, Lord. Burn out any unclean thought, seed, weed, and root that is not like you.

As we turn back to you, may we manifest your glory. As we turn back to you, may we manifest your peace. As we turn back to you, may we manifest your Love.

We lift these prayers to you, Lord, and we ask that the Blood of the Lamb, our Chief Intercessor, and Redeemer cover them as they rise to you. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Rev. Marcia Davis. Sacred Journey Devotional Blog.

Song of the Day

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Morning Prayer: I Will Surrender · Karen Drucker
Songs Of The Spirit 4
℗ 2009 Karen Drucker
Released on: 2009-09-02
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What Must I Do?

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Greetings Precious Family,

May the never-ending Peace of the Lord be with you always. 🙏

What must I do to be saved? How do I work out my salvation, once I obtain it? What does it mean to be sanctified, blameless, and holy?

These are questions that a lot of people ask, even those who have been Christians for many years. So over the next few weeks, we are going to talk about each one and any others you would like to ask.

The first question, “What must I do to be saved?”

Salvation is very simple, even though some people make it harder than it needs to be. Salvation doesn’t cost money or time. There is no amount of acts you can do to be saved. There is no amount of money you can give to buy Salvation. Salvation is a heart thing ♥️. Salvation is about your will, soul, mind, and heart. All of the things you cannot see from the outside.

Salvation is believing that Jesus was born of a clean untouched virgin and becoming the only begotten not made Son of God. Also, salvation is an Invitation from the Spirit of the Living God to accept the perfect work that Jesus Christ did on the cross of Calvary and the victory he won be overcoming hell, death, and the grave and taking his seat at the right hand of God.

Salvation is saying, “Jesus, I believe you are who you say you are. I accept you into my heart. Please forgive me for my sins. Thank you for sacrificing your life for me. Please fill me and lead me with your Holy Spirit. I receive you now!!!!

Holy Scriptures

Acts 16:25-34

New International Version

25 About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them. 26 Suddenly there was such a violent earthquake that the foundations of the prison were shaken. At once all the prison doors flew open, and everyone’s chains came loose. 27 The jailer woke up, and when he saw the prison doors open, he drew his sword and was about to kill himself because he thought the prisoners had escaped. 28 But Paul shouted, “Don’t harm yourself! We are all here!”

29 The jailer called for lights, rushed in and fell trembling before Paul and Silas. 30 He then brought them out and asked, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?”

31 They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved—you and your household.” 32 Then they spoke the word of the Lord to him and to all the others in his house. 33 At that hour of the night the jailer took them and washed their wounds; then immediately he and all his household were baptized. 34 The jailer brought them into his house and set a meal before them; he was filled with joy because he had come to believe in God—he and his whole household.

Holy Worship

Family, whether you have prayed the prayer of salvation one time or one thousand times, Jesus hears you and loves you. We are all on this journey together. I love you all with the amazing and everlasting love of our Lord and Redeemer, Jesus Christ.

Your sister,

Rev. Marcia Davis,

Covington, GA

Living To Worship…

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Good morning, Precious Family:

May the Peace of God be with you at all times and in all places.

Family, as followers of Christ, we know that we were created to worship the Lord in mind, body, soul, and strength. There is no situation that we will ever be in that is not an act of worship.

When we wake up in the morning, there is an opportunity to worship.

When we greet our family in our home, there is an opportunity to worship.

When we go out to eat, there is an opportunity to worship.

When we are sitting in traffic, there is an opportunity to worship.

When we are alone with God, in our secret place/prayer closet, there is an opportunity to worship.

We must be in the habit of being in a state of continual worship. Heaven will be a place where worship never ceases. We better start practicing now.

Holy Scriptures

Revelation 4:8-11

Tree of Life Version

8 The four living creatures, each having six wings, were full of eyes all around and within.[a] They do not rest day or night, chanting,

“Kadosh, kadosh, kadosh
    Adonai Elohei-Tzva’ot,[b]
    asher haya v’hoveh v’yavo!
Holy, holy, holy
    is the Lord God of Hosts,
    who was and who is
    and who is to come!”

9 And whenever the living creatures give glory and honor and thanks to the One seated on the throne, who lives forever and ever, [c] 10 the twenty-four elders fall down before the One seated on the throne and worship Him who lives forever and ever. And they throw their crowns down before the throne, chanting,

11 “Worthy are You, our Lord and God,
    to receive glory and honor and power,
For You created all things,
    and because of Your will
    they existed and were created!”

Song of Worship

To Worship You I Live · Israel & New Breed
Alive In South Africa
℗ Integrity Music

Family, I have a question for you. If someone spends the day with you, how do you think they would describe your life?

Does your life have the holy fragrance of Christ? Do you love before you judge? What if you have different political views? What if you encounter someone who is from a different culture?

What fragrance will you have? Yours? God’s?

Think on these things…

I love you, All, with the redeeming and everlasting love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Your sister,

Rev. Marcia Davis

Covington, GA

Deceiving Ourselves…

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Greetings, Precious Family:

May the grace and peace of the Lord rest and abide with you always.

Family, have you ever been thinking about doing something that the Holy Spirit directed you to do? You know what you heard and are ready and excited to jump in with both feet.

Then…right before you are about to get started on whatever it was God was leading you to do, a little doubt or question pops in your mind. A question like, “Did I hear God correctly?”, or “Maybe I should wait until later. I’m sure that whatever God needed me to do will still be there.”

Family, that is the enemy trying to deceive us and make us think what we heard the Lord say was wrong. Why does this happen? One thing about the Enemy of our soul is that he is always seeking to steal, kill, devour, and deride. The enemy knows that if there is just a little sprinkle of doubt, then the purpose and calling for what God instructed us to do will fail.

We have to stay vigilant and on our faces before the Lord, especially when we hear specific instructions from the Holy Spitit. We  must stayed prayed up and full of worship in our mouths and in our hearts.

In all truth, we are accountable for what we receive from God. May our hearts be in tune with the vibration of heaven so that we will know and have faith that God will use us for an appointed time, according to his Holy and perfect will.

Do not be deceived. Be vigilant. Be Ready.

Holy Scriptures

Luke 1:46-52

New International Version

Mary’s Song

46 And Mary said:

“My soul glorifies the Lord
47     and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
48 for he has been mindful
    of the humble state of his servant.
From now on all generations will call me blessed,
49     for the Mighty One has done great things for me—
    holy is his name.
50 His mercy extends to those who fear him,
    from generation to generation.
51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm;
    he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts.
52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones
    but has lifted up the humble.

Songs of Obedience

Song: Yes
Artist:David & Nicole Binion ft. MDSN
Album:Glory of Eden

Draw close, listen, and obey….

Your sister,

Rev. Marcia Davis

Covington, GA

For Me…

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Good morning, Precious Family:

May the Perfect Peace of our Lord, Jesus The Christ, be with you all.

Family, do you ever think about, from time to time, how truly blessed we are as children of the Most High God?

When I think about ALL that Jesus did, just for me, I cannot help but have a heart of gratitude and thankfulness. If Im being truly honest, a feeling of unworthiness comes over me as well.

When I think about all that we stand on as, Christians, and our belief in the perfected forms of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; I stand in awe of the love and the sacrifice that was shown.

Think about it, Jesus took so much from people, just for us…

He took all the doubt of people calling him a false prophet. He took people treating him as a familiar boy growing up in Nazareth. He took religious leaders looking for ways to destroy him. He took his own disciples, not believing him. He did all of that BEFORE he was wiped, beaten, stabbed, and crucified on a cross. He did it all for me. He did it all for you.

Holy Scriptures

1 Peter 2:21-25

New International Version

21 To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps.

22 “He committed no sin,
    and no deceit was found in his mouth.”[a]

23 When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly. 24 “He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed.” 25 For “you were like sheep going astray,”[b] but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.

Song of Worship

Pastor and Psalmist William Murphy

Family, please don’t take your walk with Christ as something that is common. God is not a common God. The Infinite, All Knowing, and Eternal Being made a decision to love us. Think about it. Think on the little things, today, of all the things God has done for you.

Your sister,

Rev. Marcia Davis

Covington, GA

Love Is…

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Greetings, Precious Family:

May the Peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you always.

I woke up this morning with a spirit of gratefulness and love. In 2015, God allowed my husband to find me. We were married on December 18, 2015. Yes, today is our anniversary.  The first few years of marriage were so exciting and fun, full of travel, adventures, and new love. We were in complete and total Bliss.

Then, 2021 came, and all of our vows were tested. All of our vows…for better or worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health and all the places and phases that life found us.

My husband and I have had to learn what love “looks like” will take different shapes and forms, depending on what season we are currently going through. There is no ONE way to love. Each season has taught us new and different ways to love each other.

Beginning in 2016, I began to officiate weddings. There is a reason that 1st Corinthians 13 is called the “Love Chapter” in the Bible. As Christians, we have a different model to follow than the world does. As a married couple, we are modeling Christ to each other.

Holy Scriptures

1 Corinthians 13:4-8

English Standard Version

4 Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant 5 or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful;[a] 6 it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. 7 Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.8 Love never ends, or fails.

Love Song

This week’s worship song is a little different. It is not a worship song, in the traditional sense, but it is mine and my husband’s song.

Babyface – Exceptional

Family, I would like to wish each and every one of you a very happy and healthy holiday season. May you celebrate the birth of God’s only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, Our Emmanuel.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I will return in 2025 with more devotionals – if God allows it to be.

Your sister,

Rev. Marcia Davis

Covington, GA