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Joyce McKeever
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A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
DESPERATE XS CALL 4 DESPERATE MEASURES
Jairus was desperate. He was a leader of a synagogue, yet came to Jesus, falling at his feet. He was begging Jesus to come and lay His hand on his daughter who had died. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-07-27
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
What’s Fasting Got to do with it?
We are having a mini class reunion tomorrow for lunch. I was thinking about high school and remembering my shorthand class. Secretaries (at least they used to) take down letters from bosses, like Della did for Perry Mason on TV. (If you are old enough to remember that.). Our teacher was Mrs. Pickering. Believe me, you paid strict attention to her! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-07-21
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC
It can be dangerous to identify political causes or even national patriotism with God's Truth. Nations may rise and fall, but God's Truth remains forever. His Truth is marching on. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-07-18
05 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
THE GREAT PHYSICIAN & The Man Most Hated
Matthew was a tax collector when Jesus called him to join and follow. Tax collectors were universally hated because they kept $$ for themselves above and beyond what was due and became rich. When Jesus called him, he got up and followed. The only thing he took with him (it has been said) was his pen. He used it to write the Gospel of Matthew. Could you get up from your job and go off with Jesus for a different life? Why did Matthew? It is obvious in his Gospel as will be explained. This is a public...
2022-07-14
10 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
THE GREAT PHYSICIAN & a little Cinderella
The Jews at the time of Jesus believed that sin caused illness. Jesus told His disciples that a man born blind . . was not because of sin but for the glory of God to be shown in the man's life. I share another scripture and a story about a little Cinderella. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-07-06
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
THINGS THAT CANNOT BE SHAKEN
Matthew 8:28-345 action steps that will help you stop worrying.They work because they point to what we know - not to what we think or feel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-06-29
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
JESUS / Drowning / 100% / iPhone 12 mini
I know it seems like I am all over the place with this particular blog, but hang in there, I'm going somewhere. I do have a point. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-06-22
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
KEEP CALM & FOLLOW JESUS
Two men wanted to follow Jesus . . but were they really ready? . . did they follow Him? What did Jesus say . .? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-06-16
06 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
How Does Your Life Speak
Jesus had just performed a miracle in the synagogue on the Sabbath. At Peter's house, He found Peter's mother-in-law very ill. He took her by the hand, rebuking the fever and she immediately began to serve them. Have you ever recovered from a serious illness and gone straight to work cooking and cleaning? Me neither. But Peter's mother-in-law did! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-06-08
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
WHAT GAINS THE ADMIRATION OF JESUS
This has nothing to do with the podcast, but have you ever seen the movie "The Waitress?" At the end she says "I don't want no baby, Earl". So I feel like saying, "I don't want no weeping and gnashing of teeth, Earl!" Jesus is pleased with faith! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-06-01
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
HOW MANY CHILDREN MUST DIE?
In the tradition of John and Charles Wesley, I have written words to the popular song "I'm Proud to be an American". While I am proud to be an American, I am also sad to be an American today. We are the only country that has consistent periodic mass shootings including those of school children in school. Will God bless the U S A? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-05-30
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
QUARANTINED FOR LIFE.
QUARANTINED FOR LIFE:No family for you!No travel for you!No civil liberties for you!No pain free moments for You!No touching allowed . . This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-05-26
12 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
WE ’GOTTA’ CHOOSE!
Do you remember or have you seen a sitcom years ago called "Lavern & Shirley"? Two working girls against the world. Lavern had a favorite drink of milk and Pepsi, half and half in the same glass. Yuck, I say! But she loved it. So what was it in the end? Well, that's the point. It could demonstrate worry and trust in the same heart at the same time. Not possible! Either worry prevails or trust prevails because the dominant thought wins! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get ac...
2022-05-17
12 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Two Way Teaching
I received a phone call from a young woman and she stated this: "You have 5 mInutes to talk me out of an abortion."She asked, "If I go through with this, will I go to hell?" This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-05-11
10 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
LIFE AT THE CROSSROADS
I talked to a DP&L guy once about electricity . . he really tried to explain it to me . . but I could not grasp the technicalities. How about you? However, not understanding it does not keep us from enjoying the benefits of having it. Plus we are using faith when we flip the switch that we believe the light or gadget will come on. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-05-03
06 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Devotional Reading Wisdom app: Living Beyond Present Circumstances #2
This reading / podcast was recorded on the Wisdom app. Living beyond present circumstances #2
2022-05-01
28 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Devotional Reading from Wisdom app: Living Beyond Present Circumstances
This reading / podcast was recorded on the Wisdom app. Wisdom encourages participants to share our talks. I am reading (as time allows) chapters from this book as well as making comments when appropriate for understanding or clarification.
2022-05-01
28 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Putin FAILS on even the Negative Side
The negative side is the negative version of "The Golden Rule". Putin not only does not do good to others, he does evil to others that he would not want done to himself and the ones he (cares?) about. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-04-27
06 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Not the Power of Positive Thinking
Please check out the picture for this week on my blog www.whatwouldajesusgirldo.com. It will help you understand today's podcast. A young widow dressed in black is kneeling beside the bed. A toddler is on the bed while a picture of her soldier husband is on the wall. Jesus is standing in a light with a hand extended to comfort her. How many widows are there now from Ukraine and other parts of the world? My husband who was injured in VietNam says 'war is a terrible thing'. This is a public episode. If you would...
2022-04-20
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Do You Feel Your Hands are Tied?
If a person you know 'swears like a sailor' or its 'chronically rude to waitresses or a sales person or blatantly makes fun of church or our Savior . . those would be important clues. Keep your eyes open to make assessments as well as listen with your ears while praying for answers. I'm not saying you cannot be friends with such a person because Scripture states 'if possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all men." Romans 12:18. Maybe you can influence them for the good! This is a public episode. If you wou...
2022-04-13
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
JUDGE NOT ??
I was shaking. Not just on the outside, but on the inside too. I had just finished watching a 2nd video beamed to the U. N. Security Council from Vladimir Zelenskyy. Atrocities appeared shrouded in an eerie darkness especially in the faces of the tortured . . and children! there were women (I saw the painted finger nails) and ones who looked old enough to be grandparents.It was Tuesday morning and time to work on my blog. Instead I stepped out the patio door to pick up sticks, sweep cement and wash away the bird poop on the w...
2022-04-06
11 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
How, Lord? How can we not worry?
The last sentence really hits home right now. Every day when I get up I refuse to turn on the TV or look at news anywhere until time for Jerry to get up / take meds / breakfast / insulin. But I'm wondering before that what is happening in Ukraine? What has Putin done now? Are all the refugees safe, warm and fed? There are reportedly people starving in Ukraine that cannot get out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-03-30
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Tri-County Jail & ’Not Me’
Critique of a TV commercial and my first visit to the Tri-County jail. On my blog there's a generic picture of a woman in jail. But on the podcast, and the words of the blog, I am visiting my daughter. There is a window sealed into the wall between us and she is wearing a jump suit. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-03-23
10 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Did you know blood cries to God?
Sunday Devotional - Current EventsThe first book of the Bible . . Genesis chapter 4 tells about the rift between the two male children of Adam and Eve. Cain killed Abel. I used to have a problem remembering which man was murdered. Then a Bible teacher said she remembers this: Cain killed Abel with the leg of a table. It rhymes. I hope that does not sound disrespectful to scripture. I was never mixed up again. (about that anyway) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get acce...
2022-03-20
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Open Message* to Vladimir Putin
People hate this kind of talk. Raw truth is never popular. But here it is, bluntly spoken. Because you run roughshod over the poor and take the bread right out of their mouths, you're never going to move into the luxury homes you have built . . . portion of Amos 5:10-12 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-03-17
04 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Doodle Bugs
My favorite Bible teacher is Dr. Applebee from London. When he was a young man, he lived in London during WWII. There were flying bombs, Doodle Bugs, the GI's called them. They were Ram Jet flying bombs. (You can see videos about them on YouTube.). When the jet engine ran out of fuel, they just dropped like a stone onto London. All wondered how they were guided from the low lands. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-03-10
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
The Blood Connection /Sunday Devotional / Current Events
Current Events - If Putin's War leads to a nuclear war, many of us will die. Do you know for sure where you will go after death? If you believe you will go to heaven, it will not be because of the following:You always went to church / tithe your income / are better than your neighbor / gave away $$ all the time / were raised in a church and baptized and pray every day / keep the 10 commandments / the good you do outweighs the bad you do. This is a public episode. If you would like to...
2022-03-07
06 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
What is Your Attitude?
Jesus was not condemning praying while standing up. (See Luke 18:9-14). The issue was attitude.Are you upset? If we are upset while having food and warmth . . how must those enduring many scarcities of comfort, not to mention being separated from their families . . how upset must they be? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-03-02
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
OVER MY HEAD - SUNDAY DEVOTIONAL - current event
A few days ago my husband, Jerry, and I watched the bombing of Ukraine ordered by Putin who is a dictator. I had a gut reaction of nausea, shaking and tears. Except for movies, it was impossible for me to understand and imagine what it was like to be sheltered with bombs falling. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-02-27
06 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
PRETEND CRAYONS
Let's pretend we're watching an episode of "Little House on the Prairie". The youngest girl, Carrie, had crayons, (pretend). She drew a picture for Mommy's birthday. Mommy hung it up where everyone could see. Carrie's picture made Mommy happy.When Nellie (the storekeepers daughter), found out, she decided to draw a picture for her mother too. Nellie drew a picture of herself. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-02-23
05 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
DO YOU HAVE ENEMIES?
There is a Rabbinic tale which tells of the destruction of the Egyptians in the Red Sea. (Think the 10 Commandments movie with Charleton Heston). When the Egyptians were drowned, so the tale runs, the angels began a song of praise, but God said sorrowfully: "The work of my hands are sunk in the sea, and you would sing before me?!" The love of God is such that He can never take pleasure in the destruction of any of the creatures whom His hands have made.Today's scripture seems to be the words of Christ that are the...
2022-02-17
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Beyond Justice
A subject debated, misunderstood and the cause of much confusion. An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. How many times have you heard that said? People say it as though they intend to carry it out. However, this law did not involve a private individual. It was a law laid down for a Judge in the law court to assess punishment and penalty. Called the Lex Talionis, the original aim was the limitation of vengeance. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...
2022-02-09
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
SWEAR or PLEDGE?
When Jesus announced the end of oaths, He was not referring to swearing (cuss words) nor that you could not swear to an oath in court. He was referring to the religious powers-that-be in that day and their common practices of Frivolous and Evasive swearing. Evasive was divided into those who said the name 'God' and those who did not. One was binding and the other not. He was telling them they could not keep God out of any transaction at any time or in any place. Please watch "I Pledge Allegiance to the Lamb" YouTube video on my blog...
2022-02-02
05 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
TWO SCENARIOS RE DIVORCE
Mary & Martha would talk on Mondays and share about church plus what each Pastor had talked about. One Monday Martha quoted her Pastor that according to the Bible, divorce is the only thing that God hates. Mary's back stiffened and her pace slowed. She took a deep breath and told Martha the Bible says there are 6 things God hates plus one more in Proverbs 6:16-19. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-01-26
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Line Walkers
This line walker is not the picture on my blog. Neither is it the movie by the same name, nor a worker on a petroleum line. This one thinks he/she can get as close to a sin as possible and yet not actually sinned.I realize the doctrine of sin is not popular so it is denied and avoided. www.whatwouldajesusgirldo.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-01-20
05 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
ALTAR HALT
Last Sunday evening the 2nd season of "All Creatures Great and Small" began on PBS Masterpiece. The 1st season had ended with the bride Helen sitting along on the front church pew as the town folk left for home. Helen had called off the wedding for reasons yet unknown. Jesus said Matthew 5:21-26 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-01-12
06 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
HALLMARK / CHARACTER
What is your Hallmark / Character?What is mine? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-01-06
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
A Sunday Devotion for Caregivers
A Sunday Devotion for CaregiversPsalm 131 A Pilgrim Song / Weaning Song / Antidote to Pride / Song of HopeIs it possible to have our soul be like a baby content . . to have our soul be like a weaned child? PEACE IS THE FIRST THING TO GO when you're a CG unless you are settled in the Lord and His Word. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2022-01-02
10 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Don’t you just Wonder What Lies Ahead?
Friday Faith TalksI still remember the day I walked into church and learned that Keith had died. He was still young. He thought he was looking for God but God had been wooing him for a long time. The title of this podcast is the same as Keith's song. If possible, please read John 14 before the new year comes in. His song is played in its entirety at the end of this podcast. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get ac...
2021-12-31
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Let’s Lift up our Eyes
Four funerals during this year's 'Christmas season' has made me think even more of eternity. Psalm 121 has always been a comfort to those who are grieving. One cannot 'hurry' the grieving process.As a new year begins soon, let's lift up our eyes frequently. Will you do that with me? Our eyes tire of looking around at earth's events. Rest your eyes by looking up to heaven. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-12-29
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Miracle Dance in the Sky
FRIDAY FAITH TALKSStarling Murmurations have drawn us outside in the cold to watch. It's amazing . . it's a God thing. They cooperate and dance together (as opposed to fussing birds at a feeder). The birth of Jesus drew Mary and Joseph, the angels and the shepherds. What about you? What are you being drawn to? God is always the Initiator. We think we are looking for Him, but He is drawing us. Isn't that a beautiful thing at Christmas? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this wit...
2021-12-24
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
650 Years Prior to the Birth of Jesus
The original "Power Couple" staying in a stable because there was no room in the inn . . . . What happened the night Jesus was born? Did she just barely make it? It was a 60 mile trip. All that travel on a donkey? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-12-22
10 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Do You Have a Grinch?
Is there a person in your life you would consider a Grinch? A person who makes a portion of your life miserable, or tries to make you miserable? Once upon a time there were 2 women who did not get along. They worked in the same building and were scheduled for lunch at the same time. Imagine that. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-12-18
11 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
What About Christmas Tragedies?
How does a parent handle waiting, not knowing if your child is still alive or not? What if a killer is out and about while you walk hand in hand with your child, wondering if the man coming in your direction is the one who previously committed the crimes?We have the Ancient of Days (God) who has watched from Day 1 and will until Judgment Day. You can rest your mind and heart because He sees and he knows. He doesn't even need to give lie detector tests. After all is said and done, He will righ...
2021-12-15
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
The Same Predicament
FRIDAY FAITH TALKSGabriel is sent to give 2 birth announcements. Did he hesitate before the 2nd One? He was obedient. There are 3 named angels in the Bible . . male: Gabriel, Michael and the fallen angel, Lucifer. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-12-11
16 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Beautiful Star of Bethlehem
Matthew Chapter 2 quotes prophecies about Jesus from the Old Testament. Bloodthirsty Herod murders all baby boys 2 years old and younger in Bethlehem. His effort to silence the Christ child the Wise Men were looking for failed. (History tells us Herod did succeed in killing all his own sons except 1). Heaven watched as Joseph the Protector again obeys an angel in a dream. The little family slips away toward safety in the middle of the night. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo...
2021-12-08
12 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
NIX ‘BLUE CHRISTMAS‘
It was close to Christmas and I missed my son (again). It especially hit me when I heard the song 'Blue Christmas". So I made up new words. Last 4 minutes are instrumental for you to sing along. It's written on my blog . . . This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-12-03
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Strange Way to Save the World
This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about. Joseph was a remarkable man. He was obedient to the Lord and the law. He took care of Mary and God's son.Blog is www.whatwouldajesusgirldo.com to see pictures and watch video of song 'Strange way to Save the World'. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-12-01
05 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
5 Things Death Cannot Take Away
'Holidays' are very painful after losing a loved one, especially those first celebrations. You might rather pull covers over your head and stay home. But death does not have the final say.The last 3 minutes or so are music by Her Heart Sings. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-11-25
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
GIVE THANKS
How difficult will it be for all of us to give thanks this coming Thursday? Do you have a favorite memory of Thanksgiving Day? Do you have a sad or terrible memory of Thanksgiving Day? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-11-23
05 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Behind the Wheel of the Car
What type of driver upsets you the most? What can you do about it? I drove a lot as a visiting nurse and was often mad at poor drivers. On my blog the Gaithers sing "He was There all the Time"On this podcast it is by the Daywind Studio Musicians - 3 minutes at the end. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-11-19
12 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Re-Inventing the 2-Step
The majority of my decade-plus work as a Registered Nurse was doing Homecare and Hospice. I loved that job but it did have its drawbacks, common to women. We (nurses) were sent into every type of house / home. Last 4 minutes is song. "Go Light Your Candle". This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-11-16
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
WHO WANTS IT ALL?
What is your idea of having it all? Forbes announced global expansion of its 50 (women) over 50 list with nominations opening in Asia and Europe. The female newscaster stated "NOW we (women) can have it all!). What do you think? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-11-12
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
What Happened toEphesians 4:15?
"SHAME ON YOU!" the couple shouted in unison. Noisy chatter in the Methesco cafeteria ended abruptly, all eyes now on our table. What happened? I had picked up the salt shaker. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-11-10
04 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
GOT NEIGHBORS?
YOU CAN ONLY KNOW A PERSON AS MUCH AS THEY LET YOU KNOW THEM. Last 3 minutes is "Give Me Jesus by Fernando Ortega.See picture & video on blog sung by Her Heart Sings.Please excuse auditory blunders . . thank you for your patience.blog is www.whatwouldajesusgirldo.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-11-06
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
One Answer to Hate
Matthew 5:10-12 The Last BeatitudeSome people have God and life mixed up according to Jill Briscoe's book Faith Enough to Finish, p 10. "We blame God for all the evil we see or experience in life. . . . then wrongly conclude that God is cruel. God is not cruel, however, life is cruel." This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-11-03
06 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
STOP! DON‘T LOOK!
Long ago a co-worker criticized me for not always keeping up with the nightly news. I told her I didn't think God was going to ask me about that after I died. I believe there will be other questions though about my faith. Isaiah 41:10 is a great verse to memorize and have when needed. Now-a-days, it's often. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-10-29
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
PEACEMAKER APPLICATION
Let's pretend there is a job opening for a Peacemaker for God.You must fill out a form to apply. Here is the first question.A peacemaker must tell both parties the following:A). God has a wonderful plan for your life.B). God loves you very much.C). Repent! The Kingdom of Heaven is at hand. Last 5 minutes is "God on the Mountain" Lynda Randle This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, vi...
2021-10-26
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
THE YEAR THE KING DIED
Isaiah was heart broken when King Uzziah died. The Lord knew he needed a vision of heaven. He was sent out to the people with messages that were not popular. Several minutes at the end is music by Keith Green. The Lord wooed Keith away from drugs and a wild life. Then all Keith's musical talent was for Him. The Christian community grieved when he and others died in a small plane crash. Thankfully, many of Keith's songs were left behind to witness and enjoy. This is a public episode. If you would like to...
2021-10-22
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
MY HEART WANTS WHAT??
The heart wants what the heart wants! Sound familiar? As evidenced by what we see on the news . . the awful things people do to each other. But our heart and desires can be purified by the Lord. Then our vision of Him will be clearer. If our vision gets murky again . . we should take a look at our desires . . what happened? where are they pointing?Last few minutes are Lauren Daigle "Rescue" This is a publ...
2021-10-21
10 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Friday Faith Talks: Throw it Where?
The boy was very young but too old for a bottle of milk. As the boy and his Dad stood near the flowing river, his Dad asked the question below the picture shown on the blog:www.whatwouldajesusgirldo.comWhy don't you throw your bottle in the river and trust the Lordto help you? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-10-15
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down?
Today's podcast has a different Intro & Outro. It is a snippet at the beginning and the full song at the end. Evie Karlsson . . it was her voice in the 1970's that stirred within me a feeling that I loved but didn't know Who it was. I purchased one of her albums and soon learned it was the Holy Spirit moving within me, drawing me.Do you ever give a thumbs up or down? I do sometimes while driving, but I keep it to myself. I wouldn't want another driver to mistake it for a different hand signa...
2021-10-13
12 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Friday Faith Talks / Calling all grieving and sleep deprived!
Friday Faith Talks / Calling all grieving and sleep deprived!5 times the NIV tells us the Lord is watching over us. That includes being born and when we die (our coming and going).Music by Jeff Wynn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-10-08
10 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Accentuate the Positive
Learn how to find happiness . . it's not what you think . . Jesus said, "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied."Jerry tells a story from his military days about 2 men who did not get along. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-10-06
05 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
CALLING ALL GRIEVING AND STRESSED ONES!!
CALLING ALL GRIEVING AND STRESSED ONES!!Faith Friday focus this week is on the 23rd Psalm.Do you need comfort?Does a loved one need comfort? Play today's recording for them or get a Bible and read Psalm 23 out loud for them.From Quiet Talks on the Gospel This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-10-01
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
WHICH LIFE IS THE GOOD LIFE?
Do you know anyone you would consider as meek? What is it about them that makes you link them to that category? I ask that because Meekness is not a natural characteristic for ANY of us.The Beatitude characteristics are NOT our personality / education / abilities / talent / looks / strength / gift of gab / color of our skin / membership of any club or organization / houses or land / job or speech. Where to start? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.sub...
2021-09-29
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Unauthorized Baggage
Have you ever heard of a Spiritual Squirrel Cage? Today's focus is the 2nd Beatitude "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." There is an "inseparable connection between godly sorrow and godly joy" A. W. PinkWhen I was young a Christian man told me he had rough times of sorrow when he remembered all the wrong things he had done in his youth . . . This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-09-22
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
The Word Carrier
The most important thing I learned from her was pride versus humility. She told me when she felt pride, she would say to the Lord, "Puff me down, Lord, puff me down". But if she felt really depressed, she would ask the Lord, "Puff me up, Lord, puff me up"! She was a humble woman inside-out. This coincides with our scripture for today. Jesus said, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven". This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo...
2021-09-15
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
ENOUGH QUIET TIME?
When Jesus saw the crowds . . His ministry had begun . . but His days of privacy were over. Secluded in Nazareth, perhaps not so quiet with many siblings, He had lived to that point in one manner prior to being baptized. Then it all changed. But he lived to please His Father and He spent time in the early morning listening for 'marching orders'. He carried those through to completion. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-09-08
05 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
”INSIDER TRADING”
It was IMMEDIATE when my husband needed me to take something from him . . I would 'drop' carefully whatever was in my hands and open them to what he wanted to give me . . usually garden produce to be washed and processed. This is what happens . . MUST happen . . when we hear the Beatitudes and the Sermon on the Mount. It's not just our hands. It's an inside job. You could say "Insider Trading". This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-09-01
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
TYRANNY OF THE URGENT
Jesus had peace of mind and heart because He knew He had completed the work His Father gave Him. He prayed every morning to find out what His Father wanted Him to do that day. We need to do that, don't we? Plus I want to follow Mr. Hummel's logic in his book of how to separate the important from the urgent. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-08-25
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
SIGNS
Many, or I could say most Christians are not called to leave their daily calling or job. But if you listen and watch, there may be a calling for you. Jesus called fishermen to follow Him and 'catch' men. He could take a teacher and say "Teach for Me". He could call a lonely housewife or teen-age run-a-way and say . . "I will use your hidden skills for a higher purpose . . follow Me!" What are YOU doing that could be transferred over for work and service for the Kingdom of God? This is a public episode. If you w...
2021-08-18
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Corrie and Lieutenant Rahms
While in a German prison camp Corrie TenBoom told her 'jailer', Lieutenant Rahms, about the Bible. After a night without sleep, the man questioned Corrie again about 'her book'. "What else does it say there?" Corrie began slowly, "It says that a Light has come into this world, so that we need no longer walk in the dark. Is there darkness in your life, Lieutenant?" After a very long silence the Lieutenant admitted, "There is great darkness." This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus...
2021-08-10
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
PHYSICAL / SPIRITUAL / THE NEXT RIGHT (GOD'S) THING
The Temptation of Jesus in the Desert by satan. The first is physical - it's the first thing we notice about each other. The 2nd is spiritual - it takes longer to get to know a person . . but they must co-operate and let you know them. The 3rd is knowing what the Lord wants you to do. Corrie Ten Boom stated "Guidance does not come automatically. Receiving guidance is a skill to be learned, not a method. It is intensely personal". This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...
2021-08-04
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
GOING DOWN TO THE RIVER
He didn't want to do it. John, that is. John did not want to baptize Jesus. In fact, the original text states John FORBADE Him. Matthew 3:14. In the Greek it is G1254 diakoluo - to hinder altogether, that is, utterly prohibit. Then John explained himself by saying "I have need to be baptized by You, and You come to me? Eugene Peterson's The Message puts it this way: John objected, "I'm the one who needs to be baptized, NOT YOU!" This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get acc...
2021-07-28
08 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
WHAT HURTS YOUR PRIDE?
PLEASE listen to this episode prior to THE KINGDOM IS AT THE DOOR. Something happened to me that helped me understand that episode. It was an eye opener for me.Do you know what hurts YOUR pride and what comes out of you when it is hurt? One is never too old to learn :) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-07-25
04 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
THE KINGDOM IS AT THE DOOR
Isaiah heard the words of John the Baptist centuries before they were actually spoken. Isaiah was God's servant and understood these words meant the THE SERVANT Jesus was ready to begin His ministry. John thundered "REPENT"! and people listened. People came to repent and be baptized in the Jordan River. Somehow they found this wild man and his message to be true / attractive and meaningful for their lives. The Kingdom and the King had arrived. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
2021-07-21
16 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
IT TOOK A MIRACLE
Have you had a miracle given to you? My husband considers surviving two mortar rounds in VietNam and early detection of pancreatic cancer both miracles. I consider our marriage to be one. The Genealogy of Jesus Christ has many miracles in it. It is not boring. There are women in it which one scholar called a 'phenomenon'. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-07-14
17 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
I WANT YOU MATTHEW. FOLLOW ME.
What if you were sitting at a table . . any table . . and Jesus walked up to you . . His steady gaze waiting until you turned your head and looked into His eyes? What would you say? What could you say? Better yet, if He said "follow Me" . . .. what would you do? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-07-06
12 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
THE GOOD / THE 'BAD' / & THE UGLY
Happy Anniversary to us!Flowers in memory of my son who died in June 2020 Daddy's Memorial Service this monthWe live in a cosmic shooting gallery . . . This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-06-09
03 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
THE MOST DOMINANT THOUGHT WINS!
She could not tell anyone she was in a dark pit. But she could tell God. She could pray. After all, Jesus is the Light of the world. He draws us to the light. He spent 9 months in the dark of Mary's womb just so He could become one of us. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-06-02
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
SAY HIS NAME!
Let's imagine you were picked up for speeding today and are instructed to go to court tomorrow. Perhaps you blew it off until lying in bed, trying to go to sleep. Now you are working hard to figure out what to wear / how to act / what to say / what the judge will say. Will they play this recording? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-05-26
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
WISHY WASHY 1/2 & 1/2 WHAT?
Do you remember the TV sitcom "Laverne & Shirley"? Laverne's favorite drink was mixing Pepsi and milk. Once mixed, it was no longer either one. Have you tried it? Me neither . . but if we did and didn't like it, it's no big deal. However, if we apply this to a scripture . . . watch what happens . . . This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-05-18
05 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Safe? Who said anything about Safe?
Have you ever felt the Lord's Presence? Today's episode is my puny effort to describe one experience in an ICU room. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-05-11
10 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Surviving Mother's Day 2021 & Beauty
When my daughter was young, she was assigned a paper to write about me. She brought it home and I could tell by the look on her face that she was so proud! It said nice things . . and one sentence said, "My Mother is homely." I cleared my throat and asked, "you think I'm homely"? Nodding her head 'yes', she went on to say, "you like to stay home a lot". THAT'S HOMEY, NOT HOMELY!!! That word is actually used to describe a room or where a person lives that is comfy and cozy. Heavy sigh.
2021-05-04
14 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
TIME STOPS FOR JESUS & LONG-HAULER
Have you seen or read about Covid long-haulers? They are the ones who contracted Covid and have been decimated with long term various symptoms. Have you seen the pictures on TV of great crowds of people on the beach / parties / sports events?No matter what you are going through, the Bible teaches us:The most dominant thought wins. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-04-28
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
With Me! With Me!
Two Movies remind me of the words 'With Me! With Me!' Have you ever gone through a difficult time and longed for someone to be 'with you'? My sister came to help. When she left, I was more ready to face the world again. As Christians, we have the precious Holy Spirit within us. Have you considered the fact we cannot grieve someone who does not love us? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-04-21
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
FACES
Some faces say 'welcome' and others say 'GRRRRR - BEWARE OF THE DOG!' Ever noticed? Faces are important. We learn even as children . . don't ask Mom right now . . she is NOT in a good mood . . or . . yes, now would be a good time to ask Dad . . Madison Avenue uses baby faces, children faces and puppy faces! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-04-14
11 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
God is Good - All the Time -why didn't they sing?
If I could go back, I would still play God is Good, All the Time. I would add sometimes people get life and God mixed up. Life is not only not easy, it can be pretty miserable. Life can be rude and evil and ugly. But God is not. He cannot because He is good. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-04-06
10 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Mystery of the Lamb part 2
Tracing the Lamb of God through the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-04-04
10 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Mystery of the Lamb
The scene on TV showed an elderly woman sitting outside a tent in the woods. Kindness and tenderness could be seen on her face and body language as she pulled one of the goats closer. She called the animal by name, stroking the soft head, then gently slit its throat. She held the animal lovingly and then the camera pulled away. Meat was needed for her sustenance. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-03-30
10 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Being full of _______________gives me peace.
Do you have peace of mind? If not, how are you going to get it? Do you have a plan to keep it? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-03-24
11 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Imitators and Power
It has been said God has a natural law that who or what is the center of our attention is what we become.POWER COUPLES? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-03-16
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Are You, Are You Coming to the Tree?
How an experience at the Florida Strawberry Festival can teach us how to handle temptation. I wrote new lyrics for the song Katniss sang in The Hunger Games . . but I cannot sing. Could someone sing those lyrics and send them to me? I would then add it to the podcast or make a new podcast and could also put it on my blog & FB. That would be great! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-03-10
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
TRUTH or FAIR
I did NOT want to wake up! I was tired and needed my rest. I don't want to wake up!! But something was trying to wake me up . . This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-03-03
07 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS
What comes to your mind in the middle of the night? What comes to mind first thing in the morning?What comes to mind right before you go to sleep? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-02-24
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
The Great Equalizer
What is The Great Equalizer? Choices for help / a messy story / lyrics & song by the Byrds / a Promise you won't want to refuse. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-02-17
09 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Anatomy of a Tear
Many tears / 2 sisters / 2 choices / How to choose Biblical Thinking This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-02-10
14 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
Growing Old Gracefully part 2
A word or two from my siblings about Daddy. My sister April is a retired Nurse Anesthetist. My brother Doug is a retired lawyer. Plus a story about Daddy's military days in his own condensed words. And a very important personal question. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com
2021-02-03
12 min
A NORMAL CHRISTIAN LIFE
GROWING OLD GRACEFULLY and the BATTLE HYMN
This is a post in remembrance of my Daddy who passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021 at age 98. There is a picture of him on my blog - www.whatwouldajesusgirldo.com along with a Bible story of an elderly man and how Julia Ward Howe came to write The Battle Hymn of the Republic (my Daddy's favorite) during the Civil War. She lived until age 91. On my blog in a video, Lee Greenwood sings this song. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes...
2021-01-27
09 min