Women Getting Real
Jana Spicka and Women Getting Real Ministries
Faithul is He
Nov 7th
We never know when or how God will explode into action, only that He WILL. We call it trust, or confidence or even faithfulness. It’s an odd word. To quote Princess Bride, “I do not think it means what you think it means.” I have been kicking around this conversation with Him lately and I am surprised by what I am getting. Take the word Faithful. Full of faith. Full of believing, we would say. Faith is not the same thing as, “I hope so.” Faith is “I know so.”
And the shocker is, God calls himself Faithful. He says that He is full of faith or full of believing. So who exactly does He believe in? Himself, of course. God is so sure, so certain, so convinced of His power, goodness and ability, that He says of Himself, I am the Faithful one. There is none like Me.
Know therefore that the LORD your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commands. Deuteronomy 7:9
He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he. Deuteronomy 32:4
On and on in the Scripture God tells us, “This is who I am. Bank on it.” Sometimes, when we get sideways by success or failure, we stretch words of “God’s faithfulness” like a too small band-aid over a bleeding wound. It never seems to cover or comfort the hurt. But I would challenge that His faithfulness was the point any way. His faithfulness is not a consolation prize. It is the goal, to reveal in all circumstances His ability and desire to Be God. I am that I am.
He means that. Then, now and forever.
Join Our Texting Group
Oct 30th
Great news friends! For those who are really into staying connected or just prefer things on their phone, we now have a text group you can join to receive ministry updates, get inspired and stay in touch. Just text WGR to 86677.
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Don’t worry, we won’t blow up your phone but we will keep in touch.
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Who is Giving to Whom?
Oct 21st
There is a giddy sense of excitement about Nov. 1st. Unusual for the normal prep of teaching an intense event. I have this “anticipation” of what is coming. Real celebration. I don’t think I even know what is coming other than the Lord is really eager to drink in our worship, to hear us bragging on Him. I really hope, for your sake, that you will plan to attend.
I believe the Lord has something He wants to pour out on us. Perspective? Hope? Even Faith?
Your biggest challenge will be wiping away whatever obstacle is being thrown at you to keep you from sitting with Him. I know how it feels. I am doing the same dance. But I am calling you like He is calling me…choose to be with Him. Listen for Him. Look to Him.
Let’s see what He is celebrating Nov 1st. My guess is it will have something to do with you…
Feasting at His Table
Oct 7th
People make me laugh. Heck, I make me laugh. Sometimes it is difficult to communicate and we get in such conundrums. A couple of menfolk think the WGR November 1st fundraiser is just for women. It’s open to all. A couple of womenfolk think it is only a worship night. We will worship and invest in God’s vision for WGR too. And, just for the record, I get sick of fundraisers just like you do.
But in reality, “An Offering of Praise” is best described as pulling up a chair to the Lord’s table for a family meal and meeting. We will eat together. Enjoy each other’s company. We will thank the Father for all he has done. Then, we will hear what’s on His heart and what He’s working on through Women Getting Real.
It really is a party. And you know, when Jesus and His believers get together in spirit and truth, it’s always a good time. So like you would for any good party, invite your friends, let people know you’re coming, and bring your hearts.
I sense He has a real smile on His face about what He is cooking up. This guy knows all about feasting, and He is inviting you to the table.
Click here to RSVP http://anofferingofpraise.eventbrite.com
Lord of the Thorns
Oct 3rd
Warrior Bride. I love this image. Last week I challenged you with what God was saying about preparation for battle, about our readiness to go. I told you about the vision of combat boots and stepping over thorns. Check out the blog, “Get Your Boots On.”
It was odd because as I wrote it, there was a whisper about the crown of thorns upon the brow of Jesus. But an interruption stole the thought.
Later in the day, I talked to my friend about the blog and she casually mentioned, “Jesus is our combat boots. He wore the thorns so we wouldn’t have to.”
Externally, I said, “Yes, That is so good. Amen.” Internally, I recalled the whisper in my mind that had now been refreshed. We ended the call, but the Lord continued to stir that conversation.
He reminded me of a section out of Tim Keller’s new book, The King’s Cross. I will let the author’s words do the talking regarding the comparison among the man and woman and Jesus.
God was saying, “Because you love me, don’t eat from the tree — just because I say so. Just to be in relationship with me. Obey me about the tree, and you will live.” And Adam didn’t. He and Eve failed their test; and the whole human race has been failing ever since. Satan never stops testing us. He says, “This idea of self-giving love, where you make yourself totally vulnerable and you orbit around other people — that’ll never work.”
We look at Adam and Eve and say, “What fools — why did they listen to Satan?” Yet we know we still have Satan’s lie in our own hearts, because we’re afraid of trusting God — of trusting anybody, in fact.
But God didn’t leave us defenseless. God said to Jesus, “Obey me about the tree” — only this time the tree was a cross — “and You will die.”
And Jesus did. He has gone before you into the heart of a very real battle, to draw you into the ultimate reality of the dance. What he has enjoyed from all eternity, he has come to offer you.
When Jesus wore a crown of thorns, He was saying, “I am King of all that the enemy would use to hurt, humiliate, rip and strip from you. I am letting him take his best shot at Me.” And Jesus’ whisper, “It is finished,” is the battle cry of all time. There is now nothing in the hands of our enemy that Jesus has not already conquered. He is the Lord of the thorns.
Glory be to the God of all Ages!!!