Author: Jennifer D. Ingram -Sanges

 Isaiah 60:1-3 NIV. “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you. See, darkness covers the earth and thick darkness is over the peoples, but the LORD rises upon you and his glory appears over you. Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.

ANYONE rational would think that nothing beautiful could ever come from something so dismal dark and dreadful. Darkness is covering the Earth, uncertainty is multiplying, fear is super abundant and yet Isaiah 60:1-3 says, in the midst of gross darkness the glory of the Lord would rise upon His children. It is amazing how that the most beautiful things come out of the darkest of places. The most profound treasures come from obscurity. The most amazing people come from small towns and semi-lit rooms, where they seem to be forgotten. It would be a tragedy to overlook such significant glory because of this present darkness. We tend to dismiss the tender voice of hope because of past disappointments. But let me ask you, “What can Holy Spirit say to us except words that will bring us hope?” I believe by dismissing hope (because of depression or fear), we dismiss the voice of God. He is trying to speak to us to show us that He is close to us by dropping showers of hope, moments that make us smile that cause us to dream of better days ahead. I know most of the time His voice doesn’t come in the noise of abundant rain but it is like a quiet mist, a slight shower, a gentle whisper. Dear, sweet friends don’t dismiss the quiet melody of hope. Arise and shine loved ones, let His glory come upon you, be the one who dances in the rain. Such brings amazing Glory to God. Hope is the watchmen traveling before us and bringing back report of what is just ahead. We are being challenged to hope! Rise and shine Beauties!

His Words Are Like Candy, Jennifer

I wonder dreamly of hence, what fanciful treasures must see? And think a thought of countless measure, wistful, what the next line will be? To draft with quill upon some unsuspecting parchment, a tale not of whimsy but of Truth. To penn some wisdom fitly written, purposed just for you. I dare not trifle with superficial words but publish those with meaning and life. To restore you by speaking into your spirit the tender mercies of Jesus Christ.

This was the first poem I ever wrote. I was driving down the road completely uninspired and thinking about my life and pondering just how much God was really involved. I was trying to find Him everywhere. I was going through a season of confusion and complete turmoil in my life. I experienced a divorce after 16 years of marriage and was struggling to find meaning. The first line came to me as easy as breathing. I had to pull over on the side of the road. I remember, all I had to write on was a napkin leftover from a fast food restaurant that I had just visited. As I sat on the side of the road I wrote this poem in less than 2 minutes, no editing. I knew then that the Lord was speaking to me. That these were His words not my own. At that moment, I realized that no matter where I was at physically in my life and emotionally in my mind and spirit that the Holy Spirit was with me. The Lord was guiding my hand at that moment just as he was guiding my life. It was amazing how hope, inspiration and beauty all came in a very delicate, unexpected suddenly. I’m so thankful for the beginning that I found in what seemed like the end.

Jeremiah 29:11 paraphrased

I know and have plans for you says the Lord. My plans are to give you hope and a future, to prosper you. To give you your expectation in the end.

His Words Are Like Candy, Jennifer

The Lord is faithful! He watches over His word to perform it! No weapon formed against us can prosper! The Lord knows the way of the righteous. He is our past, present and future. There is no power, dominion, nation or kingdom greater than His. No name greater than the name of Jesus Christ. His word we have hid in our hearts that we might not sin against Him. His throne is forever, His mercy infinite, His might limitless. He is our God. We are His body, church, bride! Nothing can separate us from this infallible, incorruptible truth!
Our God is AMAZING! We are fiercely Loved.

Daughter of the One True King, Jennifer

Seize life, the rich and abundant life of God.
Redeem the time, taking nothing for granted even rhyme.
Cherish your dreams following the flavor of your favor.
Exalt the Word of God as the final authority in your life – not words of strife
Despise not the small things, for it’s the tiniest amount of faith that can move mountains –
unleashing fountains.

Let hope shine when all other lights have failed.
Never let your circumstances be your captain or let your hope derail.
Love, Laugh, Learn. Selflessly helping others realize their dreams.
Your personality is a unique and will take you before kings.
Be brave and wise.
Know that in every situation you are fully furnished lacking nothing in Christ.

Love even when your not loved.
Forgive and be patient without doubting scurry.
And if you ever reach a point when you feel like you can’t don’t worry.

You are his planting. He began the good work in you and He will see fully accomplished.
As He has promised.

It is a privilege to bear the Gospel of Jesus Christ;
Remain true to the message and you will change lives.
Chosen Sons and Daughters in the service of His Honor face your future with courage unleashing.
And know this…You can do it just keep pressing through believing.
In every dry place you encounter God will sustain you.
In times when you question yourself, your ability or call.
You can rest assured He is not doubting you at all.

Jennifer D. Sanges

Daughter of the One True King

You are remarkable, useful, intelligent, kind, important, beautiful, valuable, loveable, treasured! You have a hope and a future! Jer. 29:11

That’s the TRUTH! All other voices are lies!

I’ve always been able to put into words my thoughts and feelings. I’m descriptive and unapologetic in my writing and public speaking.

I remember being on a stage in front of few hundred people around the age of 13, singing and preaching like it was nobody’s business. Afterwards, a young woman around 18 years old walked up to me and told me I was fake. As a child, it hurt me immediately, but then on the ride home Holy Spirit asked me to decide then if I was going to allow hate, meanness, cruelty, opinions, or opposition to stop me.

Honestly, the question in my spirit was truly that sobering and real. Still it is so vivid in my memory. I decided to push forward.

Developing a tough skin is ongoing and I am a work in progress. That said, I don’t regret one thing I’ve ever done or said for the Lord. People didn’t qualify me and people cannot disqualify me! I won’t allow it.

Yes, I struggle with my own thoughts and insecurities sometimes, but through it, I must say that I remain tenacious. At the end of the day, I am thankful for that mean girl who let the devil use her. From that night on I picked up my sword and never looked back!

If your looking for popularity you won’t find it representing the truth or morality. If you are looking to be a reflection of grace, then God will be glorified in that He uses such ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Most of the beautiful demonstrations of Christ in me have been done in obscurity. This is not popular opinion, it is the truth!

Jesus said, “If any man wants to come with me, let him deny himself, pick up his cross and follow me.” (Matthew 16:24-26

Here I go… following.

Lovingly,

Jennifer

Daughter of the One True King

“Daughter of the One True King”.

Isn’t that a fabulous concept. And it is true! I’m a sappy, in love woman whose heart beats for my Lover, my Lord – Jesus!

Hi folks. Today I want to encourage you to remember that the Lord is faithful! He watches over His word to perform it! No weapon formed against us can prosper! The Lord knows the way of the righteous. He is the past, present and future. There is no power, dominion, nation or kingdom greater than His. No name greater than the name of Jesus Christ. His word we have his in our hearts that we might not sin against Him. His throne is forever, His love infinite, His might limitless. He is our God. We are His body, church, bride! Nothing can separate us from this infallible incorruptible truth! Our God is AMAZING!

If we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.” 2 Tim. 2:13

King James Version