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It Was Found In My HeartWe'll Be Back in July (Read Description)Thanks for streaming us in your lives. We are completing other projects and engaging with spiritual and physical family matters at this time. We will be back in July but we pray that you will continually read and study the book of John and get to know Jesus better! We love you all, and pray that you will always seek and increase in knowledge of God!Gary & Veronica2023-05-2402 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - Unlikely Opposition (7:43-53)We should expect to have conflict with the world, but sometimes, being a bearer of God's truth, our unlikely oppositions can often be those we should least expect. Those who are wrapped in the religion of God and not the relationship with God.But no matter who it is, we must speak the truth, stay in the truth no who or what opposes the truth!Remember a lie will always need a crutch to stand, but the truth can stand all by itself. Scripture Ref.2023-03-0811 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - Blind Religion (7:25-42)A Preacher trying to kill the truth, and then lie about it...crazy right? Not living up to the truth that they are suppose represent.See why it's important for us to know the truth for ourselves and why it's necessary for us to allow the Spirit to open our eyes to see the spiritual with the natural.Search the scriptures and allow the Spirit to teach you all things and guide you into all truth. John 14:26, 16:13Scripture Ref:2023-03-0113 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - Righteous Judgement (7:24)Should we judge or shouldn't we judge? If so, what should we judge? Judging has become a no-no, and in some ways, it has made some Christians uncomfortable about telling the truth because they will be labeled as being judgmental.How do we help each other if we can't say anything about the sin in our lives?Learn what Jesus says about judging righteously. Scripture Ref. 2023-02-2211 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - Our Heavenly Compass (7:17 -24)How do we know if someone is telling the truth? First, if you know the truth then you will know if they are telling the truth. Also, in vs 17 Jesus explains what to look for when someone is proclaiming the truth.~ A lie will always need crutches to stand upon, but the truth will always stand on its own.~ Scripture Ref. John 7:17-24a 2023-02-1507 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - At All Cost: The Valuable Soul (7:9 -16)How valuable are the souls of people to God? If God desires that none should perish, that He would send His only begotten Son, dressed in flesh, to save our swimming in darkness souls, surely, souls are very valuable to Him. But souls are also valuable to Satan!That's why Jesus came to save! To snatch us from the power of darkness so that we may experience His marvelous Light!The book of John shows us how much God and Christ loves us by how He goes to the extreme for us. But...2023-02-0815 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - The Weights of Bearing Truth (7:1-8)Have you ever had family members who didn’t believe in you or maybe they wanted you to do things that you didn't want to do? How would you respond to finding out that people were planning to do harm to you? What about people hating you just because you tell the truth? Do you think you are strong enough to carry such a weight? To say yes to Christ means more than just receiving salvation. There is a price to follow Him, a weight of bearing Truth. In these opening verses in John 7, we will see what i...2023-02-0117 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - The Conversation: Breaking Bread Pt 6 (6:65-71)What are we seeking Christ for, is it for what He can do for us in the natural or is it for what He has done for us in the Spirit? Jesus is having a revealing conversation with His disciples about heavenly things. He is trying to get them to go beyond the natural and tap into the spiritual. We pray that as you reflect on this conversation that you will go deeper with Christ. Scripture Ref. Matthew 7:7, “…ask, seek, knock…” Genesis 32:22-31 - Jacob wrestl...2023-01-2517 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - The Conversation: Breaking Bread Pt 5 (6:60-64)What are we seeking Christ for, is it for what He can do for us in the natural or is it for what He has done for us in the Spirit? Jesus is having a revealing conversation with His disciples about heavenly things. He is trying to get them to go beyond the natural and tap into the spiritual. We pray that as you reflect on this conversation that you will go deeper with Christ. Scripture Ref.Matthew 13:15, “…ears are dull of hearing…”Luke 8:15, “…honest and good heart…”...2023-01-1814 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - The Conversation: Breaking Bread Pt 4 (6:52-59)What are we seeking Christ for, is it for what He can do for us in the natural or is it for what He has done for us in the Spirit? Jesus is having a revealing conversation with His disciples about heavenly things. He is trying to get them to go beyond the natural and tap into the spiritual. We pray that as you reflect on this conversation that you will go deeper with Christ. Scripture Ref. Leviticus 17:10-11, " ...life in the blood..." John 14:26, "...teach all t...2023-01-1116 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - The Conversation: Breaking Bread Pt 3 (6:41-51)What are we seeking Christ for, is it for what He can do for us in the natural or is it for what He has done for us in the Spirit? Jesus is having a revealing conversation with His disciples about heavenly things. He is trying to get them to go beyond the natural and tap into the spiritual. We pray that as you reflect on this conversation that you will go deeper with Christ. Scripture Ref. 2 Timothy 2:15 , " ... Study to show thyself approved...workman needed not be ashamed..." ...2023-01-0419 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - The Conversation: Breaking Bread Pt 2 (6:33-40)What are we seeking Christ for, is it for what He can do for us in the natural or is it for what He has done for us in the Spirit? Jesus is having a revealing conversation with His disciples about heavenly things. He is trying to get them to go beyond the natural and tap into the spiritual. We pray that as you reflect on this conversation that you will go deeper with Christ. Scripture Ref.Psalms 37:25 , " ...not seen righteous forsaken..."Matthews6:33, "...seek ye f...2022-12-2819 minIt Was Found In My HeartA Christmas Story - After DaysWhat does Christmas mean to you? We hope that you can experience what Christmas looks like in the 'After Days'.2022-12-2108 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - The Conversation: Breaking Bread Pt 1 (6:29-32)What are we seeking Christ for, is it for what He can do for us in the natural or is it for what He has done for us in the Spirit? Jesus is having a revealing conversation with His disciples about heavenly things. He is trying to get them to go beyond the natural and tap into the spiritual. We pray that as you reflect on this conversation that you will go deeper with Christ. Scripture Ref.John 3:3-21, " ...you must be born again"John 6:29-32,...2022-12-1412 minIt Was Found In My HeartBorn Again Revisited - Dare to Be A Baby Again (John 3)Jesus tells the religious leader, Nicodemus that he must be born again, Nicodemus lacked heavenly understanding to comprehend what Jesus was saying. What is being Born Again? How important is it to know that you have been born again? We hope that this episode will help you understand more than Nico did! Scripture Ref.John 3:3, " ...you must be born again" Mar 4:26-29 , "...casting seed to the ground" Mar 4:30-32 "...grain of mustard seed" Luk 13:19-20 , "taking and hiding mealLuke 17...2022-12-0709 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John 6:22-28 - Man Can't Seek Bread Alone!What are you seeking? A closer walk with creation or a closer walk with the Creator? Our choice will decide what we shall reap and what is festering deeply in the belly of our hearts.Scripture Ref.Mark 1:37 , " ...all men seek for you"John 4:34, meat to do the will of the SenderMatt 12:34, "...out of the abundance of the heart"1 Cor 13:2-3, "Nothing and profit isn't anything without LoveLuke 2:49 , "...about my Father's business"Col 3:23, do...2022-11-3015 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John 6:16-21 - It Is Truth, Be Not AfraidBelieving in Jesus can go a long way quicker. But we must be willing to get to the place where we can release our fears into the faith of Jesus. Scripture Ref.I Jn 4:18 , "perfect love cast out fear2 Tim 1:7, Spirit of power, love and a sound mindMatt 28"...never leave us..."James 4:7, "Submit to God...."Matt 19:26, "...all things are possible" 2022-11-2314 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John 6:12-15 - (L&F PT2) To Be Thankful in the FragmentsFeeding the 5000+ was pretty amazing. Jesus, with an insufficient supply fed the great demand, sufficiently. We learn that when we give what we have, with a thankful heart, to the one whose supplies are endless, we discover that even the fragmented leftovers can go a long way in meeting His Kingdom purpose. Scripture Ref.James 1:17, every good and perfect giftPsalms 34:1, His praise will continually be in my mouthJohn 6:39, I should lose nothingActs 17:28, in Him we live, and mo...2022-11-1614 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John 6:1-11 - Loaves and Fishes According to ScriptSometimes what we see, or think isn't what we get. And though His thoughts and ways are above our thoughts and ways, we are often tested to see if our thoughts and ways have been transformed to reflect what we have seen our Jesus do and what we have heard our Jesus say. Scripture Ref.John 6:1-11, Loaves and fishesProverbs 3:5-6, lean not on own understandingHebrews 4:3, works finished from the foundation of the world1 Thessalonian 5:18, Thanksgiving is WILL of God2022-11-1014 minIt Was Found In My HeartIt Was Found in Veronica's Heart - The Power of Exponential PrayerPrayer has been noted to be one of the most powerful weapon God has given us that is used the less. A weapon that the enemy doesn't want us to understand or use, especially exponentially, because it would be a noticeable game changer over the gates of Hell.Scripture Ref.Deuteronomy 32:30, 1/1K to flight; 2/10K to flight - A word for the enemies of Israel because they didn't obeyLeviticus 26:8, 5/100 to flight; 10/10K to flight - A word for the children of Israel if they obedience ...2022-11-0215 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John 5:37-47 - Rejection of Christ Can't Change the Witness of Christ!As a believer we are witnesses by the change in our lives, (as well as others who knew us-as an old creation) coming out of darkness and into the marvelous light of Christ. The witness of the change in our lives should always point to the witness of Jesus for their lives also. And even though we can be a witness for Him, and even though people may not believe our witness of Him, rejecting Him only keeps those who do, from receiving His gift of Abundant Life. Believing in Him or not d...2022-10-2618 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - John 5 (31-36) - The Witness - 'Who Report Will You Believe?'"If I bear witness of myself, my witness is not true." ~ JesusIf the Son of God; the Way, the Truth and the Life makes this statement about Himself, then we must ask ourselves Who or What are we allowing to be our witness, proclaiming who we are? Our humanity isn't a reliable witness because we tend to lean on our own understanding and from a vantage point that is deficient in the full truth. Scripture Ref. John 5:31-38, The WitnessProverbs 27:22022-10-1909 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - John 5 (22-30) - Represent and Keep it Real"It is enough for the disciple that he be as his master, and the servant as his lord..."Through these verses in John, 22-30, we can see the relationship between the Father and the Son. From it we can hear Jesus calling us to a 'like' relationship. Jesus did and said what He saw the Father do and say, and It's this type of relationship that He wants us to operate under. To live, move and have our being as one with Him and the Father. It's time for us to Represent and Ke...2022-10-1217 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - John 5 (22) - Judgement CallWhile walking our faith journey, we can come across or appear to be judgmental. Some accusations may be valid but there are times when it's not. But to a caring, loving Christian who desires to see life produce life, sometimes these false accusations can leave us wondering "Is it okay to judge our brother or sister?" Especially if they quote scriptures that says, "Don't judge..." Through Christ, our example, and the Holy Spirit, our teacher, we pray that you will know the difference between Righteous Judgement and Unrighteous Judgement.Scripture Ref.Matthews2022-10-0512 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - John 5 (13-21) - Jesus Troubles the WaterWhat would you do if you had an illness for 38 years and your only hope (you thought) was a hospital named Bethesda. But the odds of you getting healed was riding on an unknown visit by a Host of Heaven. And even if He did show up, would you have the strength or help to finally get your healing.As we enter Chapter Five of John here, we will discover how Jesus troubled not only the waters to heal this 38-year lame man but how he troubled the waters of Religion. to how his 38 years of waiting...2022-09-2816 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - John 5 (10-12) - Jesus Troubles the WaterWhat would you do if you had an illness for 38 years and your only hope (you thought) was a hospital named Bethesda. But the odds of you getting healed was riding on an unknown visit by a Host of Heaven. And even if He did show up, would you have the strength or help to finally get your healing.As we enter Chapter Five of John here, we will discover how Jesus troubled not only the waters to heal this 38-year lame man but how he troubled the waters of Religion. to how his 38 years of waiting...2022-09-2120 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - John 5 (8-9) - (Revisited)What would you do if you had an illness for 38 years and your only hope (you thought) was a hospital named Bethesda. But the odds of you getting healed was riding on an unknown visit by a Host of Heaven. And even if He did show up, would you have the strength or help to finally get your healing.As we enter Chapter Five of John here, we will discover how Jesus troubled not only the waters to heal this 38-year lame man but how he troubled the waters of Religion. to how his 38 years of waiting...2022-09-1418 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series, The Book of John - John 5 (1-9) - Jesus Troubles the WaterWhat would you do if you had an illness for 38 years and your only hope (you thought) was a hospital named Bethesda. But the odds of you getting healed was riding on an unknown visit by a Host of Heaven. And even if He did show up, would you have the strength or help to finally get your healing. As we enter Chapter Five of John here, we will discover not only how his 38 years of waiting comes to an end but also the impact that it makes on his life.Scripture Ref.2022-09-0717 minIt Was Found In My HeartJesus Unpacked - What Jesus Gave So That We Might GainThere was a lot that Jesus gave and gave up becoming flesh to dwell among us. In order for us to experience seeing and touching God without becoming a burnt offering He had to come to earth clothed in flesh...our only chance to experience the Creator of Heaven and Earth on our level and from our vantage point.Scripture Ref.Hebrews 4:15 – The Sinless High PriestRomans 5:19 – Disobedience versus ObedienceExodus 34:30,34-35 – Moses shinesExodus 33:19-20 – Moses got God’s backHebrews2022-08-3116 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - The Nobleman - John Four Part 5Meditating on this story of the Nobleman and Christ, though the Nobleman receives what he petitions Christ for, Jesus leaves us wondering 'why we believe', with these words, "...Except you see signs and wonders, you will not believe." Ask yourself, why do we believe? or, why don't we believe?Scripture Ref.John 4:46-54 2 Corinthians 5:17...old things are passed away 1 Peter 4:1...same mind as Christ Romans 8:1...walk after the Spirit Romans 13:14...Put on Christ Ephesians 5:11-12 ...armor of God, ...we...2022-08-2417 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - The Samaritan - John Four Part 4The most game changing meeting ever! A woman is change, a city is change, a culture is change and worship is change! And we pray that you are change from this example that Christ shows us.Scripture Ref.Matthews 4:4 man cannot live by ...2 Corinthians 5:18... ministry of reconciliation2 Timothy 2:4... affairs of this worldJohn 17:16... in the world not of itRevelations 12:11... blood of lamb and testimonyActs 17:11 study to see if it was trueJames2022-08-1709 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - The Samaritan - John Four Part 3The most game changing meeting ever! A woman is change, a city is change, a culture is change and worship is change! And we pray that you are change from this example that Christ shows us.Scripture Ref.John 4:24-38Genesis 33:20 - Jacob's altar, 34:1-2 - Dinah defiled2022-08-1012 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - The Samaritan - John Four Part 2The most game changing meeting ever! A woman is change, a city is change, a culture is change and worship is change! And we pray that you are change from this example that Christ shows us.Scripture Ref.John 4:7-24Ephesians 2:8John 7:37-392022-08-0313 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - The Samaritan - John Four Part 1The most game changing meeting ever! A woman is change, a city is change, a culture is change and worship is change! And we pray that you are change from this example that Christ shows us.2022-07-2711 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John the Baptist: A Completed Mission; A clean conscience - John Three (verses 27-36)Podcast description: This is the final part of Chapter Three of John. And John enlightens us to stay focus on our God given mission and don’t get caught up in the comparison game. John, like Christ, shares the gospel to his disciples…that Jesus is the one and the one to follow.Scripture References: Luke 1:44 - The Voice of His Presence Matthew 3:3 – Making straight the way of the Lord Matthew 14:29– Getting out of the Boat John 17:14 – Not of this Wor...2022-07-1315 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - The Comparison Game - John Three (verses 22-26)In verses 22-36 we read John the Baptist holding firm to the Truth when those close to him wanted to bring him down with the weeds of comparison.Scripture References: Luke 1:29 – The Lamb of GodJohn 3:22-26 - Standing strong in the Truth 2022-07-0608 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John 3:19-21 - Nicodemus' Final Instructions on being Born AgainThis is the final part of the Nicodemus and Jesus conversation. There are certain words used by Christ that are pointed and that we all should take note of; it is once again about two trees, two options, two choices, a simple explanation of salvation and condemnation; eternal life and perishing; darkness and light and doing truth or doing evil. The gospel is about a love that wants to save all those who no longer want to remain condemned. Scripture References: I John1:9 - Faithful and just to forgive2022-06-2919 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - The Gospel According to Jesus - John Three (verses 9-18)When God himself comes to share the gospel with humanity...what manner of love is this? Pay close attention to the substance of His gospel message and take notes. Scriptural References:John 4:1-38John 1:12-13Numbers 21:8-92022-06-2216 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line John 3 revisit 1-8We wanted to revisit the beginning of John 3 because we wanted to read it and look at the Nicodemus and Jesus's conversation in a different and powerful way. This conversation was more than two people getting together and talking about spiritual things. It was God, Creator of Heaven and Earth coming down from Heaven and sharing the Gospel with humanity, face to face. Think about it, Jesus is evangelizing Nicodemus, so pay attention to the message that Jesus is laying down because when God shares the gospel its information worthy to take to heart.2022-06-1516 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - You Must Be Born Again - John Three (verses 1-11)If you had the choice to go back into the womb of your mom, for whatever reason, would you?Thankfully it can't be done, but there may be times when some moms would wish that their baby could go back into the womb. To correct an issue that could've prevented a miscarriage. To be born again would be to save a life. And just like Jesus mentions to Nicodemus that you can't enter the Kingdom of God unless you are Born Again. Religion can't take you there, You Must Be Born Again?Scripture References2022-06-0810 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - Do You Hear What I Hear? - John Two (verses 19-25)After Jesus cleans house the Jews ask Him this question, "What sign do You show to us, since You do these things?" Interesting question, right? On the last podcast we made a correlation between Jesus cleaning up the temple, made by men and the temple, made by God and how Jesus comes in and cleans up our lives. The Jews are basically asking the question, what sign can you give us that you have permission to do what you are doing? Let’s see what Jesus says and how can that question be related to what He does...2022-05-3107 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Two (verses 13 - 18) The Temple Sweep1 Corinthians 3:16 says: Know you not that you are the temple of God, and the Spirit of God dwell in you? While you read John 2:13-18 look at it from this perspective. We are the temple of God, so what would Jesus find in us that needs to be overturned or spiritually cast out?John 2:16 (Den of thieves=Merchandise)/Matthew 21:13/Mark 11:17/Luke 19:46 (House of Prayer)Romans 8:9 – Conformed into the image of Christ2 Cor 5:17 – New Creation1 Timothy 1:9 – God’s purpos...2022-05-2516 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Two (verses 1 - 12) The Wedding Part 2We are doing a Line upon Line Series on the book of John, and we’ll be sharing the things that we have learned or are learning and how we may apply these scriptures to our very own lives and if possible, see things from a heavenly perspective.2022-05-1812 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Two (verses 1-12) The Wedding Part 1We are doing a Line upon Line Series on the book of John, and we’ll be sharing the things that we have learned or are learning and how we may apply these scriptures to our very own lives and if possible, see things from a heavenly perspective.2022-05-1116 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Chapter One (verses 46-51)Throughout scriptures names are used to reveal destiny, attitudes, or situations. Names that are change or define character traits that wasn't known or apparent in the view-point of the person mindset of themselves.In these final verses of John Chapter 1 we conclude that our calling is not without knowing. When we are called, no matter who we are, there is a predefined plan, as well as a defined potential within us, to complete God's perfect purpose.Eph 2:10 "For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God pr...2022-05-0916 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line -John Chapter One (verses 43-45)"Follow Me" is a calling to whomsoever. To follow Him is to be willing to let go, turn around, and move forward in Him. To live a life beyond ourselves and be totally surrendered to Him.He doesn't call us because of our intelligence, stature, money or anything else. He calls us to follow Him because He loves doing unexpected things with the unexpected. "God chose things the world considers foolish in order to shame those who think they are wise. And he chose things that are powerless to shame those who are powerful. God...2022-05-0817 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Chapter One (verses 35-42)In John 6:22-66 Jesus confronts some of His followers exposing why they were following Him...all for the wrong reasons. Why are you following Christ? Are you willing to give Him your allegiance. make Him the center of your attention and spend intimate times fellowshipping with Him?Why are you following Him, for your benefit or for His benefit?Scripture ref:John 1:35-42John 3:30I Corinthians 11:12022-05-0813 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Chapter One (verses 28-34)God has a plan for all of us, but like John the Baptist, not everything in that plan is known. Sometimes we do what we feel God is calling us to do, but it may not be without questions.Hopefully we can discover that if we do what we feel God leading us to do, let others do what they have been called to do and allow God's timing to answer those uncertain questions.Scripture Reference:John 1:28-342022-05-0710 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Chapter One (verses 21-27)John's mission was not unlike ours. He was crying in the wilderness to make Christ known. And like him, we should be making Christ known in whatever wilderness God has planted us. What is your occupation or what inhabits your time? No matter if you're doctor, lawyer, police officer, mechanic, housewife or unemployed; no matter who we are or what we do, if we have been changed by allowing Christ into our lives, we should be a like Paul Revere, the only difference is that we should be crying out "Jesus is coming, Jesus is c...2022-05-0711 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Chapter One (verses17-20)We all have been created with a purpose, only God knows the script that He has written for all us; the gifts and talents He has given for us for His purpose. We can achieve great things and have many successes but as John made known to those who asked who he was, he was quick to point to the reason he was...quick to give the credit to whom credit was due. Scripture Ref:John 1:17-19Micah 6:8Isa 40:1-5 Matt 3:2022-05-0615 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line -John Chapter One (verses14-16)The Embodiment of Grace: When the Grace of God puts on flesh we reap the benefits of the fullness of grace and truth. We see the depths of God's love for humanity as Jesus chooses to put on our covering to give us hope.Scripture Ref:John 1:14-16Gen 3:8Gen 1:262022-05-0614 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Chapter One (verses 8-13)Many have said or say that there are many who say they have the truth. Even Pilate was uncertain of what was legitimate truth. (John 18:37-38). This question came after Jesus tells Pilate why He came into the world, to bear witness of the truth. In this we see why His own didn't receive Him...because they were unfamiliar with the truth. (John 1:13)Scripture Ref:John 1:8-13John 14:62022-05-0515 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Chapter One (verses 6-7)In these few verses, we learn more about John, and the plan of God for him. We also learn that we too should be crying in the wilderness (the world) making Christ known in a broken world. We have been given the same mission.Scripture References:Luke 1:5-9,13, 16-17Matthew 11:10Isaiah 40:3-5Luke 1:76 2022-05-0519 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Chapter One (vs 3-5)In verses 3-5 John shares the impact the Word had and has on and in the world which He has created. And gives us two more layers to peel away that reveals Jesus Christ as 'Life & Light'. Scripture References:Colossians 1:16John 1:3-5John 10:10John 14:6Matthew 4:16 21:23John 3:17-212022-05-0419 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line Series - The Book of John Intro and - John 1:1-2Learning about Jesus through the inspired perspective of the Disciple John. John takes us to where it all begins.Besides being one of my favorite books, John’s opening line always interest me because it starts with the same line that is in Genesis 1:1…”In the beginning…” There are several topical connections between the two that in some ways mirror each other. From John’s perspective we get to know and see Jesus from an interesting point of view, so let’s see what can be found in our hearts, Line upon Line!Scripture Ref...2022-05-0415 minIt Was Found In My HeartVeronica's Cardiac Valley TestimonyIn Psalms 23:4 David says, “…though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me…”In this verse we can find something to take note of when we are in our valley moments, no matter what it is...God is with us. We can sometimes see the valley as the mountain which blinds us from seeing God as the mountain. The testimony that Veronica shares reveals to us that if we are aware of God being there in our valleys, in every situation, we can see our v...2022-04-2718 minIt Was Found In My HeartTale of Two StonesHow do we handle truth? When we hear it how do we respond? Do we run towards it broken and repenting or run away offensively cursing, because of it? This is the tale of Two Stoning, and it was found in my heart.Scripture Reference:John 8:1-9Acts 7:51-602 Timothy 4:3-4John 4:24 1 Cor 13:6Gal 4:16Gal 5:7Eph 5:91 Jo 2:41 Jo 4:6Matt 21:44 2022-04-2019 minIt Was Found In My HeartBe Still and KnowHave you ever asked God a question about something, and He responds quickly and in amazing way? Well, this was one of those times for me.As I was quietly meditating on how difficult it was to focus on Him, because it doesn’t take much to redirect me to busy thinking, being still had cross my mind as I sat in a dark room with my eyes closed. We know, when we’re trying to focus on God, how hearing things can distract but even seeing can reveal things that distract us; I guess we can consi...2022-04-1306 minIt Was Found In My HeartChoosing BarabbasAccording to the Gospels this is what was well-known about Barabbas: A prisonerA MurdererA robber A Rioter bringing about discord and dissensionBUT…Jesus was seen as a just man Matt 27:19They wanted to save (release) Barabbas vs 21, and They wanted to destroy (crucify) Jesus, (Pilate knew that they were envious of Him) vs 18,20,22Choosing man (Barabbas) over God So tell me, do you have a Barabbas in your life?Scripture Refer...2022-04-0605 minIt Was Found In My HeartUnbelievable LoveHow do we identify ourselves? If someone wanted to find you, what would be the best identifier to locate you? Your hair style? How you walk. Maybe it’s your gender, race or how you laugh. What do you think is the best or favorite way we identify a person? That’s right, I heard ya, our name! Why am I talking about identifiers and what does it have to do with 'Unbelievable Love', well sit tight and listen to…what was found in my heart. Scripture Reference:Isaiah 7:14 Ma...2022-03-3008 minIt Was Found In My HeartWhere is God?Where is God?The times that we're in can lead us to ask this question, 'Where is God?' But the Spirit of God is teaching me that there are two sides to this question, two different perspectives, two different motivations behind asking this question. 'Where is God?" Listen to what was found in my heart.Scriptural References:Matthew 26:63-68 Romans 8:28Luke 4:25-27 Matthews 13:22James 1;13Psalms 121:4Proverbs 3:5-6Philippians 4:6-7...2022-03-2312 minIt Was Found In My HeartFaith in MotionFaith! We hear this word often, but do we really know what it means, where it comes from, where it goes or what it does? What does the “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen” means? (Heb 11:1) While studying and meditating on 2 Kings Chapter 5 this was found in my heart.Heb 2:10 - Author and Finisher of faith2 Peter 3:9 - No one to perishMatt 11:30 - yoke is easy and His burden light1 Tim 2:4 - knowledge of the tru...2022-03-1615 minIt Was Found In My HeartThe Detriment of ComparingComparing can tend to lean on the negative side, in the world and in Christ. In both cases it leaves us feeling useless, helpless and sometimes depressed. As a Child of God, it's important for us to know that we are comparing, who is behind us comparing and how to refocus from comparing. Scripture Reference:Gen 2: 9, 3:5-6 - The Beginning of ComparingLuke 4:3-13 - If it worked once maybe it'll work on Christ1 John 2:15-16 - John reveals the Scheme that infected the World2022-03-0916 minIt Was Found In My HeartGod With UsWith all the stuff going on in our world and thinking about my brothers and sisters in Christ as well as the people of Ukraine and Russia (who are unwilling participants in this war) I just want to remind you or let you know that no matter how things appear it doesn't mean that God is blind. Just listen, look and see no matter what we go through and you will realize that God is with us!2022-03-0208 minIt Was Found In My HeartConviction vs Condemnation 1.0This was found in my Heart... On the journey of faith we can have hills and valleys of certainty and uncertainty, building us up and moving us forward or weighing us down and keeping us bound. Knowing the tool the devil uses to keep us bound and weighted down we must understand the faces of conviction and condemnation. Roman 8:1 gives us a glimpse of the driving forces behind both. Scripture References:Romans 8:1: "1 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not...2022-02-2305 minIt Was Found In My HeartConsider This: Servant in the ValleyIn Psalms 23:4 David writes about being in the valley, a dark place, where he didn't fear being there, because God was with Him. When my wife and I found ourselves in the valley of OPEN-HEART SURGERY (my wife) God showed and continually shows us what it's like to be Servants in the Valley and the impact it has on everyone there with us. Psalms 23:4 - "Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me."2022-02-1614 minIt Was Found In My HeartTyrone Everett Part 3 of 3: Testimony and InsightTyrone Everett has been a friend of mines since 1983 when I met him in Rota Spain in the Navy. We've been a long journey together in life and in faith. And I have seen God move in his life powerfully. One thing you will know after meeting him is that he is a disciple of Christ through and through.Tyrone Everett Bio: Was born and raised in Newport News, Virginia East End. He has been a student of God's Word for over 28 years. He ran a radio program in Jacksonville Florida called "Watchmen Ministry". Tyrone had the...2022-02-0918 minIt Was Found In My HeartTyrone Everett Part 2 of 3: Testimony and InsightTyrone Everett has been a friend of mines since 1983 when I met him in Rota Spain in the Navy. We've been a long journey together in life and in faith. And I have seen God move in his life powerfully. One thing you will know after meeting him is that he is a disciple of Christ through and through.Tyrone Everett Bio: Was born and raised in Newport News, Virginia East End. He has been a student of God's Word for over 28 years. He ran a radio program in Jacksonville Florida called "Watchmen Ministry". Tyrone had the...2022-02-0222 minIt Was Found In My HeartTyrone Everett Part 1 of 3: Testimony and InsightTyrone Everett has been a friend of mines since 1983 when I met him in Rota Spain in the Navy. We've been a long journey together in life and in faith. And I have seen God move in his life powerfully. One thing you will know after meeting him is that he is a disciple of Christ through and through.Tyrone Everett Bio: Was born and raised in Newport News, Virginia East End. He has been a student of God's Word for over 28 years. He ran a radio program in Jacksonville Florida called "Watchmen Ministry". Tyrone had the...2022-01-2619 minIt Was Found In My HeartMeditate On This: Plan of GodReflecting on our lives is one dimensional compared to God's heavenly dimensional point of view.How we see our lives and our perspective of ourselves can be quite different from God's perspective and plan for us. Joseph and Moses gives us a beautiful example of this, as we know and see God leading them to the manifested Plan of God.Joseph - Gen Chapters 37-50. God's Plan (Dream) 37:5-11Moses - Gen Chapter 2-3. God's Plan (Burning Bush) 3:1-10Before they were God h...2021-11-1014 minIt Was Found In My HeartLine Upon Line - John Chapter One (vs 1-2) John takes us to where it all begins. Besides being one of my favorite books, John’s opening line always interest me because it starts with the same line that is in Genesis 1:1…”In the beginning…” There are several topical connections between the two that in some ways mirror each other. From John’s perspective we get to know and see Jesus from an interesting point of view, so let’s see what can be found in our hearts, Line upon Line! Scripture References:John 1:1-2Genesis 1:1-3, 26Revelations 21...2021-10-2714 minIt Was Found In My HeartMeditate On This: Higher Ground"When they go low, we go high." This is a phrase coined by the Obama family during their White House term when they were helping their daughters to navigate their new life in the spotlight and how to deal with haters and bullies. The phrase may have been coined by the Obamas, but the meaning behind the phrase is original to the Creator of heaven and earth - "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts."Scripture References:Isaiah 55:6-92021-10-2010 minIt Was Found In My HeartMeditate On This: The WhosoeversOften times we look at people from the outside and lean on our own understanding and determine their destiny based on their fruit. And though sin is sin, which God has defined, we also should allow God to define, by the direction of the Holy Spirit, who is a ‘Whosoever’. This devotion was created by God reminding me of a verse that pointed to the word ‘Whosoever’. John 3:16Scripture References:Daniel 4 (37), Ruth 1 (16-18) IdolatersJoshua 2 (11) ProstituteGenesis 26 (19) DeceiverJohn 3...2021-10-1314 minIt Was Found In My HeartHearing From GodGod will speak to us how He has created us. Whether it's parables (stories), line upon line, a verse, a single word or life events, make no mistake, God's word is always available to those who want to hear Him. Do you? How does God make His truth known to you? However it is, the Bible is the foundation, standard, and the governing factor. Let's keep God out of a box, He will make Himself known to us however He chooses - He is bigger than our understanding!2021-10-0616 minIt Was Found In My HeartIt Is WrittenThe Ten Commandments aren't a bunch of rules written on a tablet but a love letter from God to be written on willing hearts to govern how to love God and how to love people as ourselves. Commandments that will defend us or accuse us, on the posture of our heart.Exodus 20, Romans 2:15, 2 Corinthians 3:3, Matthew 15:17-20, and Matthew 22:37-402021-09-2914 minIt Was Found In My HeartThe Personal TrainerHave you ever wanted to get a Personal Trainer involved with you fitness goals? You just can't seem to stay focus or diligent in your attempts to get fit. You feel like you need someone in the trenches with you that can hold you accountable and not only accountable but guide you through what you need to do to achieve the your desired outcome.Jesus knew that it would be necessary for us, who believes in Him, to also have such a trainer. So He sent us the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is our Spiritual Trainer t...2021-09-2221 minIt Was Found In My HeartAcceptanceThe strange thing about acceptance is that although we say we don’t need it or act like we don’t want it, it’s something that we all long for and seek for...where are we looking for it?Scripture References:John 17:21Romans 5:8Luke 18:12Romans 8:1, 11Matthew 7:21Hebrews 4:16Numbers 23:19 2021-09-1514 minIt Was Found In My HeartWhat's In the Heart Matters - Our TestimoniesThe Bible says the heart of man is evil continually, so why would we use the name, It Was Found In My Heart as a title for this podcast? In case you were wondering, you’re welcome to eavesdrop on the conversation of why IWFIMH. (Ps 119:11)If you need to ask us questions, make a request for a topic to talk about, reply to something mentioned on the podcast, correct us or need prayer. You can reach us at iwfimh@gmail.com Scripture References:Matthew 15:19Deuteronomy 3...2021-09-0817 minIt Was Found In My HeartThe Power of FocusMulti-tasking has become the norm in society today and our focus is spread over several things at once. Some jobs even look to hire people who have the ability to multitask. But as a multitasker, are all the task completed equal? Can you give them all your full attention? Or is it better to have the power of focus? Scripture References:Genesis 1:3-31, 2:2 , 11:1-9John 17:21Luke 10:39-42Matthew 17:21 and 6:202021-09-0117 minIt Was Found In My HeartUNSHAKEABLE FOUNDATIONThe faith by which we live, which was given to us, is built on an unshakeable foundation! When we understand what makes up the foundation, it will help us to confidently stay on this Faith journey and not walk away -- no matter what! Welcome to another episode of IWFIMH as we talk about this Unshakeable Foundation of our Faith. Luke 6:48 Scripture References:Romans 1:16Romans 3:23Romans 5:12-21Romans 6:23Hebrews 9:27-28Romans 5:8Ephesians 2:8-9...2021-08-2520 minIt Was Found In My HeartChanging Citizenship: Kingdom of Heaven/God Part 2Have you ever thought about changing your citizenship? If you have, what or where would you change it to? Do you know what the requirements are to make the change from one to the other? Join us as we explore having a new citizenship status in the Kingdom of Heaven-IWFIMH. Scripture References: 1Corinthians 6:9-10, 15:50 Galatians 5:21 Ephesians 5:5 John 17:16 John 11:41-42 Genesis 3:16-17 John 14:6 Revelations 3:16 Matthew 7:21 I Corinthians 13:1-3 John 14:26/John 16:13 Acts 4:13 Luke 14:33 ...2021-08-1830 minIt Was Found In My HeartChanging Citizenship: Kingdom of Heaven/God Part 1Have you ever thought about changing your citizenship? If you have, what or where would you change it to? Do you know what the requirements are to make the change from one to the other?Join us as we explore having a new citizenship status in the Kingdom of Heaven- IWFIMH.Scripture References:Matthew 4:17Mark 1:152 Corinthians 5:17Romans 12:2Ephesians 5:12 John 2:15-16Colossians 3:5,8,92021-08-1119 minIt Was Found In My HeartTurning From Faith Part Two Why do people, especially younger people, walk away from the faith? Whatare some things we can do to change this situation? As you join in on ourconversation about what was found in our heart, we will discuss some thingsthat may be contributing to this exodus and what we can do to reverse thetrend. Welcome to It Was Found In My Heart!Scripture References:Isaiah 28:29Luke 14:28-33Luke 8:8, 15Luke 6:47-49Psalm 89:141 Peter 3:15Proverbs 22:6Deuteronomy 6:6-9John 15:2 2021-08-0428 minIt Was Found In My HeartTurning From Faith Part OneWhy do people, especially younger people, walk away from the faith? Whatare some things we can do to change this situation? As you join in on ourconversation about what was found in our heart, we will discuss some thingsthat may be contributing to this exodus and what we can do to reverse thetrend. Welcome to It Was Found In My Heart!Scripture References:Isaiah 28:29Luke 14:28-33Luke 8:8, 15Luke 6:47-49Psalm 89:141 Peter 3:15Proverbs 22:6Deuteronomy 6:6-9John 15:22021-07-2828 minIt Was Found In My HeartWOKE: Civic and Spiritual Awakening (Part Two) "Woke" a word that most are well acquainted with, but is used today in a less familiar meaning; a meaning that isn't just talking about physical sleep.As you join our conversation, we will be sharing what was found in our hearts from both a civic and spiritual perspective.We encourage you to always read scripture for yourself to show yourselves approved unto God, a workman who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. (2 Tim 2:15) Scripture Ref:Matt 4:8-10, 9; 4:17Prov 14:12Matt 7:28-29I Pe...2021-07-2118 minIt Was Found In My HeartWOKE: Civic and Spiritual Awakening (Part One) "Woke" a word that most are well acquainted with, but is used today in a less familiar meaning; a meaning that isn't just talking about physical sleep.As you join our conversation, we will be sharing what was found in our hearts from both a civic and spiritual perspective.We encourage you to always read scripture for yourself to show yourselves approved unto God, a workman who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. (2 Tim 2:15)Episode References:Online Article: https://nypost.com/2021/07/09/florida-parents-sue-catholic-school-for-going-woke-after-1-35m-pledge/S...2021-07-1415 minIt Was Found In My HeartFalsehood: Teachers and Prophets (pt 3)How do we know who they are? What do they look like and what are their fruits. What does the bible say about false teachers/prophets? What did Jesus say about false teachers/prophets? How do we prevent ourselves from being deceived? Hopefully these questions will be answered and allow you to know why focusing on Jesus will allow your faith to be rock solid, guarded and on a sure foundation. Scripture Reference:I Cor 11:1Matt 7:15-23Mark 7:7-13Matt 23 (3)John 7:17-182 Tim 2:15, 4:3-4Heb 4:122021-07-0733 minIt Was Found In My HeartFalsehood: Teachers and Prophets (pt 2)Who was the first false teacher? How do we know who they are? What do they look like and what are their fruits. What does the bible say about false teachers/prophets? What did Jesus say about false teachers/prophets? How do we prevent ourselves from being deceived? Hopefully these questions will be answered and allow you to know why focusing on Jesus will allow your faith to be rock solid, guarded and on a sure foundation. Scripture Reference:I Cor 11:1Matt 7:15-23Mark 7:7-13Matt 23 (3)John 7:17-182021-06-3019 minIt Was Found In My HeartFalse Teacher/ProphetWho was the first false teacher? How do we know who they are? What do they look like and what are their fruits. What does the bible say about false teachers/prophets? What did Jesus say about false teachers/prophets? How do we prevent ourselves from being deceived? Hopefully these questions will be answered and allow you to know why focusing on Jesus will allow your faith to be rock solid, guarded and on a sure foundation. Scripture Reference:I Cor 11:1Matt 7:15-23Mark 7:7-13Matt 23 (3)John 7:17-182021-06-2317 minIt Was Found In My HeartFellowship FlashbackAn episode flashback is when we feel that a deeper understanding may be needed to further clothe scriptural context. As well as providing relative scriptures that will help the listener research and study the topic more thoroughly, covering things that we felt may not have been fully explained or developed. They may also include some life examples and lessons that would solidify scriptural principles for life applications. Scripture Reference:Matt 18:202Cor 13:14Heb 10:24-25Gal 6:9 and 2 Thess 3:13Matt 22:37-40Rom 10:9-10Rom 8:282021-06-2308 minIt Was Found In My HeartIWFIMH: New Life With Christ Series - Fellowship FellowshipSpending intentional and quality time with someone is essential to building and maintaining a strong relationship, and no one shows us this better than Jesus. He has given us a personal invitation to have him in our midst at anytime! "Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest" Matt 11:28"Behold I stand at the door and knock if anyone hears my voice, and opens the door, I will come in to him and will sup with him me." Rev 3:20Like all fel...2021-06-1622 minIt Was Found In My HeartIWFIMH: New Life With Christ Series: Prayer Part 2tingPrayer:Knowing God, His Word and His plan for us in the vertical, will allow us to face our horizontal world as more than conquerors. Letting the Lord's prayer direct us to victory in prayer!Scripture Ref:Jonah 4:2James 1:18 (AMPC)Matt 6;9-13I Tim 2:4Exodus 16Phil 4:19Rom 2:1Matt 5:44James 4:3Matt 26:41Matt 26:52Romans 8:1James 1:13Luke 18:12021-06-0925 minIt Was Found In My HeartIWFIMH: New Life With Christ Series - Prayer What is prayer? Think about it this way, you pray to your family, friends, coworkers, and even strangers everyday. Prayer is communicating your heart, thoughts, pains and joys of life with someone else in hopes of gaining an answer or just a compassionate listening ear that you can trust. Jesus has given us a compassionate listening ear, and He will love us through whatever we are going through. God desires to hear from us and not only hear from us but also respond. But one of the problems most of us have in communicating is tha...2021-06-0219 minIt Was Found In My HeartNew Life With Christ Series - The Word Part 2 The Word: We will find that we can and will be inspired to be complete and fully equipped for every good work as we delve into the Living Word of God. 2 Tim 3:16-17 will help us to be all that we can be as we continue to unfold our New Life With Christ.Scriptural Ref. 2 Tim 3:16,17 and Josh 1:8 2021-05-2629 minIt Was Found In My HeartNew Life With Christ Series - The Word Part 1 The Word: We will find that we can and will be inspired to be complete and fully equipped for every good work as we delve into the Living Word of God. 2 Tim 3:16-17 will help us to be all that we can be as we continue to unfold our New Life With Christ.Scriptural Ref. 2 Tim 3:16,17 and Josh 1:8 2021-05-1922 minIt Was Found In My HeartNew Life With Christ Series - ObedienceObedience:This is one of the most important aspects of our walk with Christ. Throughout the Bible, from Abraham to Jesus, obedience is required of God's children. Let's take a glimpse at what obedience can look like in our lives.Scriptural Ref. John 14:21 and Rom 12:1 2021-05-1213 minIt Was Found In My HeartNew Life With Christ Series - Christ the Center Christ The Center:Making Christ our Lord and Savior is so much more than that remarkable declaration we make with a repentant humility, which allowed Christ to take us out of the darkness of sin and open our eyes and hearts to His light of truth. When you make Jesus Lord and Savior, that should be a game changer for our life. We have decided to allow Jesus to live His life through us by surrendering our selfishness and letting Him be the center of our affection and our way of life. Scriptural Ref: 2 Cor...2021-05-0509 minIt Was Found In My HeartIntro to It Was Found In My HeartIntroducing our Conversational Devotional Podcast, which will air on Wednesdays at 7am. We hope to be a tool God use to increase our knowledge of Him.2021-04-2810 minIt Was Found In My HeartIWFIMH: New Life With Christ SeriesThe Word: We will find that we can and will be inspired to be complete and fully equipped for every good work as we delve into the Living Word of God. 2 Tim 3:16-17 will help us to be all that we can be as we continue to unfold our New Life With Christ.2021-03-2305 min
It Was Found In My HeartNew Life With Christ Series - TestimonyTestimony - Being a new believer in Christ we have been given a powerful weapon, and that is our testimony! Our testimony is a two-edge sword; and both sides cuts our enemy deeply, one side is for praise and the other side is to set others free, by the words of our testimony. Our testimony creates praise because we once was lost but now we are found, blind, but now we see. It creates an atmosphere of praise to the One who took us out of darkness and brought us into His marvelous light. Je...2021-03-2209 min