Never Forgotten...Always Loved! Affirming the Heart and Mind of God Toward You

Hello Friends! Happy June!

We are so excited to announce our changes for Summer, and now that it's June first we can share all the news.

We are updating our website, and Facebook and Instagram! Check out the new graphics, fonts, and bio of Roy. 

We will be kicking off new series on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. On Monday's we will continue with the title of "My Monday Prayer" but will be drawing devotions from Roy's book, "A Place at His Table," and I (Marina) will add a prayer for each post.

On Wednesdays will are beginning a new devotional book called "Never Forgotten...Always Loved! Affirming the Heart and Mind of God Toward You". We hope that it will bless and encourage you in your relationship with God.

On Fridays we will be sharing from Roy Lessin's memoir, "Like Those Who Dream". You're going to love reading along with us through his story. Just think of it as your totally free weekend book club!

We will also be playing with some new features, posting tid-bits and sneak peeks before posts appear on those days, and getting more interactive with you. 

As always I'll be checking in each day, responding to your comments and preparing the next things to post. Our prayer is that God will equip us to continue to encourage you in your walk with Him. We are making this journey together, and we will someday be face to face, in the presence of our Father.

Blessings to you in this season of life!
-Marina B, VA and Social Media Manager for Roy Lessin's Meeting in the Meadow
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Never Forgotten...Always Loved!
Affirming the Heart and Mind of God Toward You
-Roy Lessin

Many things we face try to rob us of the sense of God’s peace and presence in our lives. Pressures, hectic schedules, difficulties and disappointments are some of the enemies that war against us.

 

In the midst of life’s stress we need to be reminded of the heart and mind of God toward us.  He assures us that we are never out of His thoughts and always close to His heart. There is never a time when He is indifferent to our pain or unresponsive to our needs. His arms are always open...His ear is always listening...His eye is always watching...His heart is always loving.

 

The aim of this book is to bring you encouragement. I hope the thoughts and scriptures in "Never Forgotten...Always Loved" will help bring special reminders of God’s love and daily care for you.

-Roy Lessin

Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits (Psalm 103:2).
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©2022 Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow. Photo by Marina Bromley, used with permission. All rights reserved.

My Morning Prayer: Daily Bread

My Morning Prayer: Daily Bread
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

 

Promise
Your words were found, and I ate them, And Your word was to me the joy and rejoicing of my heart; For I am called by Your name, O Lord God of hosts. Jeremiah 15:16 NKJV

Prayer
Gracious Father, thank you that we can know Your heart and hear Your heart through the words You have spoken.

 

Thank You that Your words are like no other—their taste is sweet, their sound is a symphony, their power is a transforming light. They are a lamp to our feet and a light to our pathway.

 

I ask that my children and I will always hunger after Your words. Increase our appetite.

 

May we find Your words to be delightful, whole and pure, abundant in grace, rich in mercy. Feed us, Father, with fresh bread, living bread, daily bread. Nurture us in our spirits, teach us that we cannot live on bread alone, and that we need You to sustain us with every word that comes from Your mouth.

 

Break to us the bread of life.

 

I thank You, Father, that Your words can be found, can be eaten, and can be known. May we find Your words to be the joy and rejoicing of our hearts. May we daily realize the awesome privilege we have to be called by Your name, to receive Your words, and to be a part of Your forever family.

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©2022 Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow. Photo by Shannon Bromley, used with permission. All rights reserved.

Fret-Free Friday: Nothing Has Stopped in Heaven

Fret-Free Friday: Nothing Has Stopped in Heaven
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

Grace still abounds.
Mercies are still new this morning.
Blessings are still being poured out.
Prayers are still being heard and answered.
Promises are still being kept.
The love of God is still being shed abroad in our hearts.
Angels are still ministering.
Jesus is still interceding.
The Holy Spirit is still working.
God is still on the throne.
The return of the Lord is still on schedule!

Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad; and let them say among the nations, "The LORD reigns" (1 Chronicles 16:31).

The Painter
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns (Philippians 1: 6 NLT).

Life's like a landscape and God has the brush,
His work is in progress, He's not in a rush.
Each stroke has a purpose, and nothing's by chance,
to learn of His wisdom takes more than a glance.
The bird in the nest with its mouth opened wide,
is just a reminder that God will provide.
Now look at the sheep in the meadow so green,
The waters nearby are both calm and serene.
The parts of the picture which now seem unclear,
will take on new meaning with each passing year;
Yes, God is still working in His perfect way,
as He paints the landscape of your life each day.

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©2022 Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow. Photo by Marina Bromley, used with permission. All rights reserved.

With Him Through Every Season

With Him Through Every Season
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

 

God has said, “I will never leave you!" (Deuteronomy 31:6).

 

In the sunlight of a warm spring day I skip along with God, His hand holding mine, as I dance in the freedom of His presence and the blessings He has given.

 

In the thunder of a stormy summer night, walking on an unknown trail, I draw close to God and cling to Him as I find shelter under His wings, being assured He will bring me through.

 

In the crisp, changing days of fall, when nothing seems certain or secure, I plant my feet upon the Rock that is unshakable, confident He is faithful and unchangeable. 

 

In the isolation of a winter wilderness, weary and alone, I lean upon God, drawing from His strength as He lifts me up, brings me out, and restores my needy soul.

 

Dear one of the Beloved, where are you as you walk with Him today? Are you skipping in the joys of His presence? Are you resting in His care and covering? Are you being reassured in His love that will not fail? Are you being renewed by His nearness? Do not fear—in the sunlight, in the darkness, in the changes, in the desert place, He is with you...and you are with Him!

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#withhim #seasons #meetinginthemeadow #roylessin

©2022 Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow. Photo by Marina Bromley, used with permission. All rights reserved.

My Morning Prayer: Growth

My Morning Prayer: Growth
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

 

Promise
And the Child grew and became strong in spirit, filled with wisdom; and the grace (favor and spiritual blessing) of God was upon Him. Luke 2:40 AMP

 

Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank You for coming to this earth, taking on human flesh, living among us, and doing Your Father’s will. Thank You for the way You lived and what You taught us through Your words and Your life.

 

I pray that we will grow in the ways that You grew. May we have a sharp focus and clear purpose; may we know why we are here and where we are going; may we have the inner strength to grow strong in character; may we always be about our Heavenly Father’s business.

 

I pray that my children will grow, not just in years, but in depth of love and maturity. Give them wholeness in body, soul, and spirit. Bless them with good health, and may their desires be set on doing all that is pleasing to You. May they be filled with wisdom and may Your grace, favor and spiritual blessings be upon them.

 

Above all, I ask that they will be strong in spirit—being at Your feet, knowing Your worthiness, intimate in their relationship with You, supping at Your table, and communing with You daily.
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#mymondayprayer #prayersofpromise #meetinginthemeadow #roylessin

©2022 Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow. Photo by Marina Bromley, used with permission. All rights reserved.