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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 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

Day 3 of 365: The Preparation

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Greetings, Precious Family:

May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

We are officially in the first weekend of the new year. The year has a clean slate, and so many wonderful things can happen as long as we make the proper preparations. How are you going to prepare to make your dreams, goals, and visions manifest into reality?

Scripture passages of the day:

Luke 14:28-29
New International Version


28 “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower (house). Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it? 29 For if you lay the foundation and are not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule you.

Let us pray:

Spirit of the Living God, we bless your name and put nothing before or ahead of you. Guide our steps so that we may know the right way to go according to the will of Heaven.  Let not our pride or our free will cause us to stumble, but instead, we willingly and freely bend our will to your way. Strengthen our faith as we walk according to your will. In the name of Jesus our Lord.

And we let it be…and so it is.

Amen, Amen and Amen.

Worship Song of the Day

Music video by Velma Willis performing Lead Me, Guide Me. (C) 2016 Spring House Music Group

Rev. Marcia Davis, BA, MA

Covington, GA

Day 2 of 365: Deserving of Worship

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Good morning, Precious Family:

May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

Family, as we embark on the second day of our 2026 journey together, I woke up this morning thinking about how deserving God is of all of our praise, worship, sacrifice, and obedience. Even in the most trying of times, God’s faithfulness has always been the same.

Today’s scripture passage:

Psalm 100:4

New International Version

4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving
    and his courts with praise;
    give thanks to him and praise his name.

Let us pray:

Spirit of the Living God:

We lift our hands and voices to give you the glory today. Thank you for your faithfulness toward us. May our lives be living testimonies of your goodness and favor. Spirit of the Living God, show us and remind us of the good way to walk.

Allow our spiritual ears to be finely in tune with the will of Heaven. May we live a life on purpose and in freedom from the sins that separate us from you. May we forever be a suitable dwelling place for you reside.

In the name of our Redeemer, Way Shower, and Chief Intercessor, Jesus Christ our Lord.

And we let it….and so it is… Amen, Amen, and Amen.

Rev. Marcia Davis, BA,MA

Covington, GA

Today’s worship video is from Josue Avila entitled, “You Derve It”.

Recorded LIVE at Calvary Orlando, September 18, 2022.
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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
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Change is coming…

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Good morning, Family:

May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

I have some exciting news to share. I have been in prayer lately regarding the future of  Sacred Journey Devotional Blog. I was thinking, for some time, that it may be time for this chapter of my life to come to an end.  I have been writing these devotionals for exactly 10 years.

Once I became quiet enough to hear the Holy Spirit’s voice, I realized that I was confusing Ending with Transformation!!!!

God led me to Isaiah 43:19 earlier this year and it keeps popping up in different areas of my life, which gives me confidence of the word that I heard. Not an ending of something but a transformation of something.

WE ARE IN THE SEASON OF TRANSFORMATION!!!!

Holy Scriptures

Isaiah 43:19

New International Version

19 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.

Time of Prayer

Spirit of the Living God, thank you for your faithfulness and love. Thank you for always calling us to a higher place and consciousness. Allow our thinking to expand to be able to follow you with complete surrender and joy and allow our faith to do the rest. I will trust you through the blessed wilderness as you lead us to a new place both inside and out. In the matchless and powerful name of Jesus Amen.

Song of Praise and Faith

The Inspired Journey

Be blessed, Family.

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

Withholding Nothing

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Good morning, Family:

I pray that today’s letter finds you all abiding safely in the peace of God. May that peace, in which we dwell, be evident in every area of our lives. 

Family, the Holy Spirit of God is so precious and patient. The Holy Spirit leads and guides us in growth and knowledge of God so that we can share with the world around us the message of God’s greatest act of Love, which is the sacrificial death, burial and resurrection of his only begotten son Jesus Christ.

With all that Jesus has done for us, for the sole purpose of having a relationship with Him, we are encouraged to withhold nothing from Him. If there are any areas of your life that you know are blocking you from total fellowship with God, it/they need to be removed. Give yourself away to God to use for His holy purposes.

May our heart’s cry be, “Lord, all I want is you.” May our lives be a continual act of worship, withholding nothing for God’s holy purpose for our lives.

Holy Scriptures

Romans 12:1-2

New International Version

A Living Sacrifice

12 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

Songs of Holy Surrender

William McDowell

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

Your sister,

Rev. Marcia Davis

Covington/Atlanta, GA

Strengthened By Peace…

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Good morning, Precious Family:

May the Peace of our Lord and Savior be with you. No matter what you may be facing, it is the Lord’s Peace that will keep you steady, in this season and every season after.

Family, it is so good to be able to write to you again. I’m always excited when the Lord gives me the opportunity to share in his inspired Word.

I know that I talk about the Lord’s Peace quite often, but the reason is that I know it can transform lives. The Lord’s Peace is a shield against the enemy. The Lord’s Peace is a stabilizer and it is our strength.

I pray that if you have not already that you would allow and invite the Holy Spirit of God to pour out His Peace on you, in a supernatural level, so that in any situation you my find yourself in, you will feel God’s Peace pulsating through you.

Our brother Paul says this about the Lord’s peace.

Holy Scriptures

Philippians 4:4-7

New International Version

4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Worship Song of Peace

Always Peace by Brian Courtney Wilson

Family, I constantly pray for your strength in the Lord. May you always remember that you are never alone. I love you with the amazing and everlasting love of our Lord and Redeemer, Jesus the Christ.

Your sister,

Rev. Marcia Davis

Covington/Atlanta. GA

Wednesday 5/22/2024