"I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness, I will create rivers in the dry wasteland."
Blessings,
Elder Barbara Hayes
Be Still & Know | NLT
Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. Luke 2:10
In the Bible, there is the angel's message to the shepherds, announcing the birth of Jesus, the Savior, bringing hope and salvation for everyone, not just a select few, as a profound moment of divine revelation amidst their ordinary lives.
Blessings,
Elder Hayes
Our Daily Bread
"May the seeds of grace you plant today grow into blessings tomorrow."
Welcome to Seeds of Grace! God's grace begins with small, faithful acts. Together, we'll explore how these seeds of grace take root, endure life's storms, and blossom into God's blessings that reach far beyond our imagination.
Blessings,
Elder Hayes
The Church Within You!
Welcome to Seeds of Grace, where small beginnings grow into God's plentiful harvest.
In this series, we will hear stories of faith planted in hearts that grow into blessings. Be sure to tune in to The Church Within You Podcast. I do not wish you to miss one episode!
Blessings,
Elder Barbara Hayes
The Church Within You!
Every day, God provides you with a special gift. This gift gives you seconds, minutes, and hours on a twenty-four-hour clock. Each moment is special because it's your time to do with as you please.
Blessings,
Elder Barbara Hayes
TWFYT
Each morning calls for our attention and strength. During difficult times, waking can cause unnecessary worry, fear, and distress. We all seek strength from different sources. Some of these sources are unhelpful. Let us remember to turn to the LORD; He is our help at all times.
Blessings,Presiding Elder Barbara HayesBe Still & Know
We can't give up or give in. We must learn to trust God and take that first step. Take a deep breath, close your eyes, and listen.
"You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step." — Martin Luther King, Jr.
"The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today," Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Blessings,
Elder Barbara Hayes with Akiea Collins
"All of you be of one mind ... love as brothers, be tender-hearted, be courteous." 1 Peter 3:8 NKJV
Put yourself in the other person's shoes and try to see things from their perspective.
Blessings,
Presiding Elder B. Hayes
UCB WFT | NKJV
"O my dove, in the clefts of the rock, in the crannies of the cliff, let me see your face, let me hear your voice, for your voice is sweet, and your face is lovely." Song of Solomon 2:14
Blessings,
Elder B. Hayes
THSB ESV
"Do I bring to the moment of birth and not give delivery?" says the LORD. Isaiah 66:9
Blessings,
Presiding Elder B. Hayes
Be Still & Know | THSB
Gather my tears in your bottle. Nothing that happens to us escapes God's notice and care; not a tear falls to the ground that He does not remember. It is a great comfort to know that God is for us—everything that we live through will be put to use for our good.
Blessings in Jesus' Name,
Presiding Elder B. Hayes
THSB | ESV Holy Bible
In this prayer, the focus is on enablement; it is more about being than merely knowing—choosing to receive what God offers and, through faith, making it a vital part of our lives.
Blessings,
Elder Hayes
TWSB | Eph 3:14 - 24
For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them. Ephesians 2:10
You are exceptionally blessed, regarded with preference, and accepted by God as part of His plan.
Blessings,
Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes
TWFYT | TWSB
When we "dwell in the secret place of the Most High", we are not alone, for God is with us and compensates for our inadequacies. This stanza emphasizes that we need not be afraid, because the LORD and His angels watch over us.
Blessings in Jesus' Holy Name!
Elder B. Hayes
TWFYT| Psalm 91:3
Christians are temporary citizens of heaven who live on earth. Jesus teaches us not to focus on earthly concerns, but rather to give generously and walk in faith, trusting that the LORD will provide.
Blessings,
Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes
TWSB | HSB
If a man wants a warm wife, he can't bring home frosty weather! The time, love, and attention you invest in your marriage will bring you a reward of great blessings, satisfaction, and fulfillment. And when you do your part, you can count on God to do His.
Blessings,
Elder Barbara Hayes
TWFYT | Ecc. 9:9 NLT
Repent and be set free! A prayer for deliverance from the guilt and sin that keep us bound.Romans 6:7-14 explains that through Christ's death and resurrection, believers have died to sin and should no longer let it rule over their lives. It teaches that since believers are no longer under the law but under grace, sin should not dominate them.
Blessings,
Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes
TWFYT | NKJV
If we trust God and obey Him, our Father will guide our paths toward the blessings He has prepared for us.Blessings,Presiding Elder Barbara HayeesTWSB | CATALYST
"And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God." Luke 9:62
The core message is that following Jesus requires complete devotion, prioritizing His call over all other life events and concerns.
Blessings,
Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes
Be Still & Know | Hebrews 12:1-3 NIV
The peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus." Php 4:7 NIVJesus promised us a path to His peace, even in this world of struggle. He is our Advocate, our Joy, and our Hope of a better tomorrow.Blessings,Elder Barbara HayesTWFYT | Php 4:7 NIV