Reflection of His Beauty

Good Morning Beauties!

Congratulations!  You made it through your 40 Day Journey!  I am confident the Lord, in all His love and faithfulness, has transformed at least one thing in your life, perhaps many. Tomorrow we will come back for our Day Of Reflection and review the entire 40 Day Journey, but for today, let's linger in the final lyric, "And You Are Beautiful."

After looking at all 8 attributes, how do you feel about your beauty?  Is there anything you need to turn over on this last day of your journey? What last bit does He want to speak to your heart today?  Selah.

“Then God said, ‘Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness’” Genesis 1:26 (NIV)

On Day 40 of my very first journey, God revealed He is the True Beautiful One who simply reflects His Beauty through me.  You may be saying to yourself, "Of course!  This is a no-brainer," but the Truth traveled from my head to my heart, where I allowed it to resonate with my soul.  There is now a desire to be the Beautiful woman He created me to be for the purpose of showing the world HIS Beauty.  If we walk in the guilt and shame of the lies from the enemy, how will God receive His glory?  Just as the Father was revealed to us through Jesus, we have the amazing privilege of revealing Jesus to the world.  Hallelujah!

Take a moment to pause and worship the One who created you, loves you and has given you a purpose.  He is so worthy of our praise! 

Beautiful One - Tim Hughes

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple.”

— Psalm 27:4 New International Version

God’s Family Tree

Good Morning Beauties!

You are doing magnificent on this last bit of your journey! I pray you are soaking in the Truth about the perfect love of your Abba Father. Are you lingering in His sweet presence? Do you feel His strong arms wrapped around you?

There’s much promotion these days on finding our family heritage. Everyday we see commercials about testing our DNA to discover who is in our bloodline, am I right? I know this search is very important to some people, in fact I have a few in my own extended family.

I find it all a bit amusing. We are on this Earth but a blink of an eye, so why do we focus so much of our time and energy on things that make no difference in light of eternity? I am much more interested in my true bloodline, that of Jesus Christ. He is my true family and I want to know more about all the people in His family tree. I have much to discover about these people, and they have much to teach me.

What is your perspective today? Do you focus your thoughts on Earthly matters or Heavenly ones? Does the enemy easily distract you from Godly truth? Do you know you are placed in God’s family and nothing can change that? No lie from the enemy will change the fact that you are a child of God! Selah.

Please listen to this song which is full of truths from scripture. It will be helpful to write them down in your journal and find them in your Bible. The next step is to memorize the scriptures, and have them ready to defeat the enemy when he fills your head with lies. This strategy is how Jesus defeated him in the desert, with the Word of God.

Who You Say I Am - Hillsong

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith...”

— Galatians 3:26 New International Version

Treasured Possession

Good Morning Beauties!

Today’s lyric will always hold a special place in my heart. On my very first journey experience, God used the truth of my worth and value to Him to heal a deep wound. He also gave me a new name, “Segullah,” which means Treasured Possession in Hebrew.

When you read the scripture below, what part touches your heart? What do you think? What do you feel? For me, I love the part that says, “The Lord your God has chosen you out of all the peoples on the face of the earth…” God is Almighty and yet so very personal for His children.

Do you feel chosen? Special? Treasured? Are you able to receive this truth through His love for you? Selah.

In His Eyes - 1 Girl Nation

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“ For you are a people holy to the Lord your God. The Lord your God has chosen you out of all the peoples on the face of the earth to be his people, his treasured possession.”

— Deuteronomy 7:6 New International Version

Perfect Love

Good Morning Beauties!

Beloved..."much loved, cherished, treasured, prized, highly regarded, admired, worshiped, revered."  Adored..."to regard with the utmost esteem, love, and respect; to honor."

Your Abba Father calls you BELOVED.  The God of Heaven and Earth ADORES you.  Do you believe it?  Do you know this Love?  Have you let this Truth penetrate your deepest wounds, silence lies, and mend your broken heart? Selah!

Let today be the day you ask The Lord to show you His Perfect Love so you will never doubt it again.  Receiving God's love is life changing and will lead to the greatest transformation you will ever know. 

You Are Beloved - Jordan Feliz

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! ”

— 1 John 3:1 New International Versoin

Abba’s Child

Happy Lord’s Day Beauties!

We have examined the seven attributes of who we are in Christ:  Beautiful, Lovely, Joyful, Royalty, Righteous, Redeemed, and Purity.  Today we reach the crest in our journey...we are Children of God.  No better title, not better position than to be The Father's Child.

Today, being Father’s Day, it’s easy to have our focus on our Dads. For some, this day is a day for great celebration, and for others, it’s a difficult day. I pray we turn our eyes to Father God today and allow our hearts to honor him.

Let’s take a look at our awesome God in regards to our place as His Child. First, we must understand that our Abba Father (Daddy) is not our Earthly father.  It is natural for our view of God to take on the attributes of the father we grew up with, but it's not the case.  If you look at each individual's father, you'll find they run the full spectrum from being absent or abusive to being the loving and kind father a girl admires.  As good as an Earthly father is, he is still flawed, he's human.  Abba Father is Perfect.  He is loving, protective, supportive, and so much more.  You will never be disappointed as you learn to Trust Him.

What lies of the enemy are holding you back from fully believing and receiving the goodness and love of The Father?  Are you willing to allow Jesus to silence those lies, that perhaps the enemy used through your Dad? Listen to your loving and adoring Abba Father today. What does He want to reveal to you?  Selah.

Good Good Father - Chris Tomlin

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Even in his own land and among his own people, the Jews, he was not accepted. Only a few would welcome and receive him. But to all who received him, he gave the right to become children of God. All they needed to do was to trust him to save them.”

— John 1:11-12 The Living Bible

Inner Beauty Strength

Good Morning Beauties!

Do you sense the change in tide? Do you hear it? Do you see it? Do you feel it? It seems like it happened overnight, but in reality it’s been changing for decades, centuries. The change is happening in the hearts and souls of His children. We are being forced to make a decision - do we believe Him and believe in Him. What do you say? What is your decision? Selah.

“Heal the sick, raise the dead, cure those with leprosy, and cast out demons. Give as freely as you have received!” Matthew 10:8 (NLT)

God restores His broken vessels and sends us out into a lost and hurting world. People are desperate for hope, and we know the true Hope of the World - Jesus. Are you up for the challenge? What’s holding you back? If you had to write one thing that’s in your way, what would it be? What lies swirl around your head that stop you from rising up and believing all God has created you to be? Selah.

Your beauty is Brave. Your beauty is Strong. Your beauty is Resilient. You do not have to worry, tremble, give way to the fears of the world. You can stand your ground with the Lord by your side and find peace and rest and confidence to fulfill your purpose - bringing the Good News to the Nations.

Here’s a battle cry to help renew our strength today!

Warrior - Hannah Kerr

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

— Isaiah 41:10 New International Version

Refiner’s Fire

Good Morning Beauties!

Have you heard the term, "Refiner's fire"?  It refers to God using difficult circumstances in our life (the fire) to refine us like gold...pure gold.  The process requires intense heat to remove the impurities.  Do you know this process?  Take time to journal what you've learned from seasons of "heat" in your life.

Let me encourage you with Truth.  God will not abandon you to the flames.  He is right there beside you, praying for you, rooting you on to victory.  He wants you to win!  "And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you." 1 Peter 5:10 (NIV)

The purification process isn't easy, in fact it's difficult.  God asks us to die to ourselves so He can increase.  Die to pride, bitterness, selfishness, and the list goes on.  Filling up with His love, grace, mercy, kindness, peace, joy....then we will be the vessels He can use mightily in the world.  What do you need to burn today in order to make room for more of Him?  Selah.

Refiner - Maverick City Music

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Those who cleanse themselves from the latter will be instruments for special purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do any good work.”

— 2 Timothy 2:21 New International Version

Beautifully Imperfect

Good Morning Beauties!

Today’s lyric is a popular one. It leads us to freedom! We can give up the need to perform, to stress and strive to be better and better. The work has already been done on the Cross. Jesus’ precious blood covers us in a blanket of perfection. The Father sees no flaw, no blemish, just purity.

Where we need freedom is how we see ourselves. It’s awesome that God sees us as perfect, and until we understand we are perfect in Christ, we will see only our blemishes, our mistakes, our failures - our scars. Today is a great day to see your true self. You are not beyond repair; don’t believe the lie. You are beautiful, just the way you are - perfectly imperfect. Own it, be it, love it. Are you willing?

So, I invite you to a party. One where you gather up all your scars and imperfections and sit down at the table.

Beautifully Broken - PLUMB

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you.”

— Song of Solomon 4:7 New International Version

Breakthrough

Good Morning Beauties!

It is a glorious morning. The sun is shining, birds are singing, and friendly neighbors are jogging on the sidewalk in front of my home. I stop and thank God for the blessings, because mornings like this have not always been so beautiful.

If there is one word to describe my life before I knew Jesus, it would be darkness. Life was a constant struggle and battle with fear, anger, shame, and hopelessness. I felt unloved and unwanted. It was a horrible place. All this darkness was hidden behind a false curtain of accomplishment, success and confidence.

When I met Jesus, the one word to describe it is LIGHT. It was if he lifted the curtain and His glorious light poured into the darkness, filing every corner, and extinguishing every last bit. Now, all I see is light! My heart and soul see His beauty in all things, I love deeply, and live in constant hope and expectation of blessing.

He purified me through and through with His light and love, and I have never been the same. I am changed. Darkness has turned to light.

What is your story? What is your "one word”? Take time today to journal about how knowing Jesus has changed your life? Selah.

There are special songs that were perfect for a specific time in our lives. This song was that special song when Jesus was bringing me out of the darkness. I hope it blesses you too. Think back to a special song that accompanied an impactful time in your life. What is it? I encourage you to listen to your breakthrough song once again today and let your mind and heart remember the faithfulness of God.

Sing of Your Great Love - Hillsong

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light...”

— 1 Peter 2:9 New King James Version

Pure Beauty

Good Morning Beauties!

As we take the step into the last 10 days of our journey, I encourage you to take inventory of your thoughts, feelings, and wellness. There are just a few days left to make this experience all you had hoped for. Call out to God like never before, open your heart, and ask Him for what you need.

Today we’re going to look at one of my very favorite attributes, PURITY. The word derives from pure, which means, “Freedom from contamination; freedom from immorality. Virtuous, goodness, honor, integrity, worthiness.” In the New Testament, purity had little to do with ritual purity as in the Old Testament, but rather focused on moral purification.

When we look at scripture, we find the blessing of our purity. “God blesses those whose hearts are pure,
for they will see God.” Matthew 5:8 New Living Translation. I don’t know about you, but I consider it a magnificent blessing to be allowed to see God.

The Bible also paints the best example of purity for us in our Savior, Jesus Christ, “Such a high priest truly meets our need—one who is holy, blameless, pure, set apart from sinners, exalted above the heavens.” Hebrews 7:26 New International Version. If we are true followers of Jesus, we must follow His example in how He lived His daily life.

But how? How do we live like Jesus? We pray, and we ask the Holy Spirit, who dwells within us for help. Psalm 51:10 is a scripture we can pray, “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” Jesus’ work on the cross has made us perfect in the sight of God, The Father. He sees us as spotless, blameless children. That work has already been accomplished.

To walk on this Earth as Christ followers in purity is something for us to mindful of each and every day. Here’s a song that will help us focus on our desire to please God.

New Creation - Kayla Bailey

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God.”

— Matthew 5:8 New Living Translation

Eternal Freedom

Good Morning Beauties!

As we conclude our attribute of “Redeemed,” I have a question - do you know Jesus as your Lord and Savior? If your answer is yes - has this look at your redemption, how Jesus paid the price for your sins, deepened your love for Him? Has your devotion to your Savior been made stronger? How do you see your beauty now? Selah.

If your answer is no, now is the perfect opportunity to make your decision to trust and follow Jesus. Are you ready to lay down your burdens of guilt and shame, repent of your sins, and rise like an eagle in the freedom you’ve been given through the gift of Grace? The work has already been done - you just need to believe and receive it. Salvation is yours, if you want it. What will you choose this day? Selah.

I would love to hear from you and how this attribute impacted you. Please reach out through the “Let’s Connect” section of my website. I would also love to pray with you to receive Christ or ask for a renewal in your walk with Him.

Eagles Wings - Reuben Morgan

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”

— Isaiah 40:31 New International Version

Dance of Celebration

Happy Lord’s Day Beauties!

How are you doing this morning? Have you been moved to open your heart wide and get to know Jesus on a deeper level? To know and understand what He did for us? For you? This "knowing Him" is treasure my Beauties, pure treasure.

Today, let's move from the solemn to the celebration of redemption. Jesus paid the price we could never pay to reconcile us to The Father. His love for us, for you, is that great! Jesus came into this world so that NONE would perish. Do you know a greater love than this?

Jesus counted it as joy to go to the cross, knowing we would be with Him forever in Heaven. "For the joy set before Him, He endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God." Hebrews 12:2 (NIV) Hallelujah!!

I pray you will sing and dance in celebration of your redemption today.

We the Redeemed - Hillsong

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has come to his people and redeemed them.”

— Luke 1:68 New International Version

All For You

Good Morning Beauties!

Today may be a life changing experience for you. Have you allowed yourself to look at the Truth about what Jesus actually did for us? For you? This Truth is not for the faint of heart, so I ask you to be courageous with what He will show you today.

A couple of Bible verses that run through my mind in thinking of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross for me. "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." Romans 5:8 "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends." John 15:13 It is LOVE for us, for you, that Jesus died, so that we could be reconciled to The Father and live together for eternity.

We could stop there, and have this warm, ooey-gooey feeling, but can we just get real for a minute? The cross was anything but warm and fuzzy. It was torture. Let's be brave and take a look at the Truth of what Jesus endured for us, for you.

There is a song that touched my heart as a teenager and has stayed with me all these years. There is also a movie that has had a profound impact on my life. When you put them together, it is a bit overwhelming. To be honest, it is hard to watch, but I pray you will, so you will know Jesus more, and to have a better understanding of His depth of LOVE for you.

Beauty is courageous and brave!

The Day He Wore My Crown / The Passion of The Christ - Sandi Patty, Mel Gibson

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“This is how much God loved the world: He gave his Son, his one and only Son. And this is why: so that no one need be destroyed; by believing in him, anyone can have a whole and lasting life. ”

— John 3:16 The Message

Heaven’s Perfect Lamb

Good Morning Beauties!

It's hard for me to grasp the True sacrifice that Jesus completed for us. He was perfect love walking the Earth. All He did was love people; He was spotless and pure.

After the Day of Pentecost, Peter spoke with boldness and power from the Holy Spirit, "For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect. He was chosen before the creation of the world, but was revealed in these last times for your sake." (1 Peter 1:18)

How do you wrap your head around it? Is it necessary for you to understand it with intellect at all? Perhaps you are wanting to gain knowledge and understanding deep down in your spirit. However you need to take in the blessing of the Lamb, make time today. Selah.

Worth is the Lamb - Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, ‘Look! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!’”

— John 1:29 New Living Translation

No Longer A Captive

Good Morning Beauties!

Redemption.....such a beautiful gift from Jesus.  No longer that little girl held captive by lies of the enemy, trapped in deceptive self doubt.  We have been set free.  Jesus says it's okay to come out into the world as a forgiven, beautiful woman.  As we open our hearts to the full Truth of God's redeeming work through Jesus, I pray we can grasp the marvelous freedom we've been given.

Let’s take a closer look at this next attribute. Redeemed, "having been set free by a paid ransom."  We have been set free from sin, from shame, from eternal damnation, from struggle, from strife, from the power of death...all paid for by Jesus' precious blood. Selah.

I pray you make time today to spend with God and hear all Jesus has done for you - not out of obligation, not for everyone else - He did it for you because of His great love for you.

Below you will find a Biblical word study on redemption and a beautiful song to worship God.  I pray they are a blessing to you.

Study - "What is the Meaning of Christian Redemption"

Song - "I am Redeemed" by Big Daddy Weave

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.”

— Ephesians 1:7 The Living Translation

Listen As HE Sings

Good Morning Beauties!

Today, I sense we all need to slow down just a bit and truly hear the truths being sung over us through the “You Are Beautiful” song. As you listen, think about all the lies that have been uncovered and replaced by His truth. On the verses we have not covered yet, please join me in prayer for what our faithful and loving Father will reveal to us still to come on our journey.

You Are Beautiful

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“ For the Lord your God has arrived to live among you. He is a mighty Savior. He will give you victory. He will rejoice over you with great gladness; he will love you and not accuse you. Is that a joyous choir I hear? No, it is the Lord himself exulting over you in happy song.”

— Zephaniah 3:17-18 The Living Bible

Display of His Splendor

Good Morning Beauties!

Let’s talk a little today about taking action.  We've all heard the saying, "actions speak louder than words."  The Bible also says, "Faith without works is dead."  (James 2:17) Please don't confuse that verse by thinking works lead to our salvation...they don't. 

God has shown me He has a part in our Righteousness, and we have a part.  Jesus' redemptive work on the cross saves us.  The Holy Spirit works to sanctifies us.  He sets us apart and, through time, makes us Holy.  God The Father sent Jesus to die for all of our sins, in fact, Jesus became sin and died to destroy the power of sin in our lives forever.  By removing death's power over us, it's as if we never sinned...we are justified.  

Did you see all the action God, through the work of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, took to create our Righteousness?  Perhaps you can write the action words down in your journal and think about what He's done to ensure that you are in right standing with Him.

So what is our response?  What is our part?  I think it starts with gratitude.  Having revelation in our hearts of the lengths God went to in order to reconcile us back to Him results in a humble and contrite spirit.  With this humility, we move in obedience to the will of God, and our actions become who we are in other people's eyes - and more importantly, who God is in their eyes. 

We are truly on display as God's workmanship.  What do others see when they look at your life? Selah.

Gratitude - Moira Dela Torre

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.”

— Isaiah 61:3 new International Version

Forgiveness Awaits at the Alter

Good Morning Beauties!

Congratulations on your dedication to your journey today! You’ve crossed over the half way mark and are going deeper with Jesus. You’ve sacrificed to be here, and I know you will see your reward.

What is God saying about these two life changing words- forgiven, justified? True Freedom is found in them. We have the power, through Christ, to be set free from our sins and to set others free from the offenses they have done to us. It never stops at us; we must continue the act of forgiveness to others.

Not only are we forgiven “as far as the East is from the West,” (Psalm 103:12) we are Justified as well. The definition of the word in Christianity is, “declared or made righteous in the sight of God.” Another simple way of looking at it is “we are free from sin, just as if it had never happened.” Romans 5:1-2 says, “Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand.” - New International Version

The enemy would have us believe we are beyond the reach of God’s forgiveness and justification, but that’s a lie. Have you allowed yourself to receive God’s forgiveness? Have you completely forgiven yourself? Who do you need to forgive today, just as if they had never sinned against you? Selah.

Enjoy a beautiful time of worship with your King today.

Forgiven - David Crowder

O Come to the Alter - Elevation Worship

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“ All the prophets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name.”

— Acts 10:43 New International Version

Rescued

Happy Lord’s Day Beauties!

“Anyone who calls upon the name of the Lord will be saved.” Romans 10:13 The Passion Translation

What is your “rescue story”? How has Jesus saved you from the pit of hell into His glorious eternity? Have you thought about it lately? Your story? All that Jesus has saved you from and saved you to? Selah.

Do you still need rescuing? Is there still something you need to release? Don’t hold back. Go ahead and bravely take it from your heart and place it in His hand today. His desire is to help you.

“You cried to me in trouble, and I saved you…” Psalm 81:7 (NLT)

When we believe Jesus as our Lord and Savior, we are given the gift of the Holy Spirit. Through His power, we are made Holy. While salvation happens in the moment of decision, our sanctification will take a lifetime. It’s the process of being made Holy.

Our desire is to be perfect, Holy from the start. It can even lead to frustration when we fail day after day. We don’t want to, but we do. Can you relate? We must remember that it’s the Holy Spirit’s job to lead us into sanctification. Will you stop your efforts and rest in the Spirit to change you from Glory to Glory?

“So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image.” 2 Corinthians 3:18 (NLT)

Please reflect today on the tremendous gift of life and holiness you’ve been given.

Rescue Story - Zach Williams

I’m Sanctified - Chicago Mass Choir

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“We have been rescued from our enemies so we can serve God without fear, in holiness and righteousness for as long as we live.”

— Luke 1:74-75 New Living Translation

Free to Receive

Good Morning Beauties!

Today we begin the second half of our journey. You’re half way there, congratulations!! I pray you’re seeing changes in your life already from spending time with God each day and truly listening to His Truth about who you are in Christ.

Today we begin our fifth attribute, Righteous. I have found this one difficult to believe. Why? Because the ways of God are not the same as our ways on earth. He does not demand us to be “good enough” or to EARN His Righteousness. I see beautiful Christian women everyday still trying to do enough and be good enough to earn their right standing with God. Our efforts are futile!

Thank you God for sending Jesus! Through Him, we are made righteous. Through His atoning sacrifice on the cross, He has given us right standing with God. It’s a pure gift, and nothing to be earned. You may already know this truth in your mind, but do you believe it in your heart? What are the ways you’re still trying to earn God’s approval? Selah.

God’s word confirms, “But now God has shown us a different way to heaven—not by “being good enough” and trying to keep his laws, but by a new way (though not new, really, for the Scriptures told about it long ago). Now God says he will accept and acquit us—declare us “not guilty”—if we trust Jesus Christ to take away our sins. And we all can be saved in this same way, by coming to Christ, no matter who we are or what we have been like.” Romans 3:22 The Living Bible

I find believing in my righteousness to be a paradox - it’s so simple, and yet so tough to get my mind around. On one hand, it’s easy because I have only to receive Jesus’ gift and on the other, it’s hard not trying to gain my righteousness by working for it. Does that make sense? Do you feel the same way? What does your righteous journey look like? Selah.

How do we respond to such an amazing gift? We worship the absolute goodness of God.

The Goodness of God - CeCe Winans

Love and Blessings,
Kendra

“Yes, Adam’s sin brought punishment to all, but Christ’s righteousness makes all people right with God, so that they can live.”

— Romans 5:18 The Living Bible