Meeting in the Meadow, by Roy Lessin: February 2025

Friday, February 28, 2025

Timely Tidbits of Truth 55, Redeem

Timely Tidbits of Truth 55, Redeem
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

Redeem means to be bought back, delivered, ransomed or purchased. As our Redeemer, God has purchased our freedom in Christ from the slave market of sin, delivered us from Satan’s power, and made us His own possession. We have been redeemed from a useless life to a fruitful life; from a life of bondage to a life of freedom; from a life of guilt, condemnation, and judgment to a life of forgiveness, justification, and peace.

I am the LORD…I will redeem you with a stretched out arm, and with great judgments (Exodus 6:6 KJV).

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©2012, 2025 Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow. This content originally was printed in Roy's devotional booklet "RePurposed, Discovering the new things God is doing in your life." Used with permission, all rights reserved.

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

The Seven Colors of Grace, Part 1

The Seven Colors of Grace, Part 1

The heavens declare the glory of God (Psalm 19:1 NKJV).

Part 1, Promises

He has bestowed on us His precious and magnificent promises [of inexpressible value] (2 Peter 1:4 AMP).

The seven colors of grace remind us of who God is and what He has promised. In the rainbow God tells us He is a promise maker, and that He keeps His promises.

The Bible is filled with God’s promises. They are not empty promises spoken with empty words. They are spoken from God’s heart and express His will. When God speaks a promise, He is faithful to His word and has the power to fulfill what He has said.

God never speaks a promise lightly. He never misspeaks. Every promise is intended for good, for His glory, and to fulfill righteousness. His character and divine attributes stand behind every promise. God cannot lie. Only the truth is in Him. God is perfect, without flaw or imperfection. God is holy. Nothing is too hard for Him, and nothing is impossible. When God speaks a promise there is no enemy who can overrule Him, silence Him, or cancel what He has said. God is almighty and rules over all.

God has left nothing unsaid that needed to be said to encourage us, keep us strong, and anchor us to His love, His word, His presence, and His will.

Every promise that is needed to keep us steadfast, secure, and filled with confident hope has been spoken in His Scriptures and revealed through His Son.

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled and that does not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, who are kept by the power of God through faith for salvation ready to be revealed in the last time (1 Peter 1:3-5 NKJV).

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Monday, February 24, 2025

My Morning Prayer; Conversations 7

My Morning Prayer; Conversations 7
Roy Lessin and Marina Bromley

Conversations 7
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

The tempter said to me:
You’ve worked hard and had a busy life. You deserve to retire and spend your time relaxing and enjoying yourself.

I answered:
Why would I want to retire from the things that last forever!

So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless (1 Corinthians 15:58 NLT).

No weapon formed against you shall prosper,
And every tongue which rises against you in judgment
You shall condemn.
This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord,
And their righteousness is from Me,”
Says the Lord.
(Isaiah 54:17 NKJV)

My Morning Prayer
-Marina Bromley

Good Morning Lord! As my generation is aging, more and more comes across our screens and into our mailboxes about retirement and leaving the workforce. I realize You have created me and gifted me with a unique set of skills and talents, and I want to continue to serve You in all the ways You lead me. I also want to be an encouragement to others in similar situations! Equip me in this season of change. Continue to point me to your Word, to find the Scriptures to inspire and lead me into whatever You have for me in the next season of life. Give me courage to stay in my current situation, or give me bravery to step into the open doors that are clearly meant for me to walk through. I know that it is not about money, benefits, or security—for only You hold the keys to whatever my needs may be in every tomorrow. This is about being strategically placed to bring honor to Your name, to grow Your kingdom, and to encourage the body of Christ. Lord, I want to walk with You every day of my life, and I am confident that I will spend eternity with You. Prompt me to follow Your lead, that others may dwell with us in heaven for eternity. In Jesus's name, amen.

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Friday, February 21, 2025

Timely Tidbits of Truth 54, Repurposed

Timely Tidbits of Truth 54, Repurposed

Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

There are many “RE” words that are packed with hope and encouragement. The word "Repurpose" reminds us that many things once discarded, considered useless, and put aside for the trash heap, can be brought back, become useful once again, have value, and take on new meaning.

In the Scriptures we find some wonderful “RE” words that can keep hope and encouragement alive and thriving in our hearts and help us to discover the new things God is doing in our lives.

If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new (2 Corinthians 5:17 NKJV).

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Wednesday, February 19, 2025

The Seven Colors of Grace, Introduction

The Seven Colors of Grace, Introduction
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

I thank my God…for the grace of God which was given to you by Christ Jesus (1 Corinthians 1:4).

Grace is God’s goodness; it is the kindness of God’s heart. - A.W. Tozer

Spiritual light has many beams and prismatic colors….As all the colors blend into one resplendent rainbow, so all the glories of heaven and earth meet in Jesus. -C.H. Spurgeon

As each one has received a gift, minister to one another, as good stewards of the manifold (multi-colored) grace of God (1 Peter 4:10).

When I first read 1 Peter 4:10 and discovered that the word “manifold” can also be translated “multi-colored” it opened a new door of insight into the riches and fullness of God’s grace. It is a grace found in Jesus Christ alone, and can be depicted in each of the seven colors of God’s rainbow.

As we focus on these colors it will be a spiritual focus. The aim is not to share scientific information about the rainbow (as interesting as that might be), but to present biblical truth to help you discover why God placed this amazing sight of seven glorious colors in the sky.

May His light shine upon you, may His grace bring you the greatest treasures of His love, and may His everlasting faithfulness bring to your life a heart filled with hope.

-Roy Lessin

Readers and Friends,

Join us each week on Wednesday as we pursue this wonderful series on The Seven Colors of Grace!
-Marina

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Monday, February 17, 2025

My Morning Prayer: Conversations 6

My Morning Prayer: Conversations 6
-Roy Lessin and Marina Bromley

The tempter said to me:
When someone hurts you wouldn’t you like to see justice done? How could you forgive that person and let them get away with the wrong things that were done.

I answered:
Forgiveness is the green light that allows me to travel on the highway of freedom. To not forgive doesn’t imprison the offender, it imprisons me.

And whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone, so that your Father who is in heaven will also forgive you for your offenses (Mark 11:25 NASB).

My Morning Prayer

-Marina Bromley

Forgive me Father, for the many times I have held on to unforgiveness. I know that You have shown SO much grace and mercy to me, forgiving me for all of my sins and tresspasses. Help me to remember the freedom I experience when I forgive others! I love You and want to be a reflection of Your grace and mercy, so please keep teaching me and molding me as clay to be more like You. In Jesus's name. Amen.

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Friday, February 14, 2025

Timely Tidbits of Truth 53

Timely Tidbits of Truth 53
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

When you ask God if something or someone is in His will for your life, be willing to receive a “no” as an acceptable answer.

I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you (Psalm 32:8 ESV).

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Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Reflections on Psalm 121

Reflections on Psalm 121
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

I found real help when I stopped looking in the wrong places, stopped depending on the wrong things, and stopped leaning on the wrong people. I found my help in the Helper, the Lord God Almighty, and the One who reigns on high and reaches down to lift up the lowly.

He not only gives help, He is the help! The reasons to trust Him as my true Helper are endless…after all, He is the One who formed, shaped, and brought me into being…He created everything that exists beneath my feet, above my head, and all around me. The Maker of it all is the Helper in it all. He is The Helper at sunrise, through the day, at sunset, and during the night. I can live and thrive with help like that!

My Helper, God, is a won’t-allower…He won’t allow my foot to be moved. That doesn’t mean I am frozen in place…rather, it means I can totally trust Him not to lead me to places that have slippery slopes, or instruct me to build my life upon shaky foundations.

My Helper, God is also a won’t-sleeper…He does not nap and doesn’t go to bed early…He is a 24/7 Helper…no one else can be that kind of helper…not even close!

My Helper, God, also puts around me a hedge with super hybrid thorns that causes any would-be intruder to be totally miserable, leaving them fully regretting their attempt to enter a “no trespassing zone.”

No one is going to be able to sneak up on my Helper in the shadows of day, or in the darkness of night. And when I’m walking in the bright sun I won’t need an umbrella to shade me…my Helper will provide me with all the shade I need my simply placing His hand above my head. At night, when the light of the moon is dim, I will have all the light I need to take the next step safely.

My Helper, God, is my Watchman. He is my preserver because He is my observer…He knows everything about me and everything that is going on around me. Nothing gets past Him, or sneaks around Him to get to me.

What is even more wonderful is that He is my traveling companion. When I travel from home I don’t leave my Helper behind. In fact, He blazes the trail before me and gets me to my appointed destination. When it’s time to return home, He is my personal escort, and the first greeter to welcome me home.

I will lift up my eyes to the hills—from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the LORD, Who made heaven and earth.
He will not allow your foot to be moved; He who keeps you will not slumber.
Behold, He who keeps Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.
The LORD is your keeper; The LORD is your shade at your right hand.
The sun shall not strike you by day, Nor the moon by night.
The LORD shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.
The LORD shall preserve your going out and your coming in From this time forth, and even forevermore (Psalm 121:1-8 NKJV).

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Monday, February 10, 2025

My Morning Prayer: Conversations 5

My Morning Prayer: Conversations 5
-Roy Lessin and Marina Bromley

Conversations 5
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

The tempter said to me:
You have a big opportunity before you that can be life changing. Don’t miss it. Your future depends upon it.

I answered:
I have placed my future in God’s hands. I will let Him decide. It’s always best to trust the One who already knows how things will turn out.

For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11 NLT).

My Morning Prayer
Marina Bromley

Good Morning Lord! Thank You for who You are, and all that You do for me and those I love. Thank You for the many provisions You give freely, and the way You have Your plan in motion for my life. I sometimes forget that You are aware of all the details, even the things I cannot see in the future. Please help me to remain in Your Word, that I might keep Your promises close to my heart. Help me to trust You in all ways, especially where my future is impacted. Help me to lay every decision at Your feet, knowing without a doubt that Your knowledge of each day that lies ahead of me is so much greater than my feelings or emotions in this moment. You are my future and I want to abide in You. In Jesus's name, amen.

#prayer #mymorningprayer #devotional #meetinginthemorning #conversations #roylessin

Friday, February 7, 2025

Timely Tidbits of Truth 52

Timely Tidbits of Truth 52
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

Move Ahead With Freedom

To move ahead with confidence is to know that there is a God who goes before you as your captain and your guide.

To move ahead with freedom is to know that that same God is behind you as your rear guard to keep you from being defeated by any failures or disappointments of the past.

Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor abandon you (Deuteronomy 31:8 NLT).

You go before me and follow me. You place your hand of blessing on my head (Psalm 139:5 NLT).

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Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Moving Ahead in God’s Will

Moving Ahead in God’s Will
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

“Chance” and “luck” do not sit on the throne of heaven, but a loving, personal Creator does. Life is not a gamble and fate does not guide your destiny. God did not bring you into this world to live without a purpose, to exist without a reason, or function without meaning. He loves you, cares about you, and wants you to know Him and do His will.

He has chosen you and prepared you for the work He has called you to do. When your heart is set on His will, you will have the assurance that He will be to you all that you need. This confidence of faith allows you to move through each day with a peaceful spirit, inward rest, and quiet trust.

In the coming year, remember these five important things regarding God’s will for your life:

Place—Be in God’s appointed place.
Peace—Let His peace keep you at rest in the place He has called you.
Purpose—Believe God’s purpose for you will be fulfilled in the place He has you.
Plan—Have confidence that nothing can frustrate God’s perfect plan for you.
Power—Receive His Spirit to equip and empower you to do what He has called you to do.

"Lo, I come to do thy will, O God..." (Hebrews 10:9 KJV).

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Monday, February 3, 2025

My Morning Prayer: Conversations 4

My Morning Prayer: Conversations 4
-Roy Lessin and Marina Bromley

Conversations 4
-Roy Lessin, Meeting in the Meadow

The tempter said to me:
I know you want the best things for your children.
If you could give them one gift of great value would it be—property, cash, stocks, or precious metals?

I answered:
Regarding the treasures of this world, the best possession I can pray for my children is to have their hearts filled with contentment.

After all, we brought nothing with us when we came into the world, and we can’t take anything with us when we leave it. So if we have enough food and clothing, let us be content (1 Timothy 6:7-8 NLT).

My Morning Prayer
-Marina Bromley

Father, it is too easy to get caught up in the races of fame and fortune in today's world. I believe that it is even harder for my children and grandchildren to not measure their value by what they possess. Change our measuring point, Lord. Thank You for providing all that we need, before we even ask or think. Help us, Lord, to remember that You have clothed the sparrow and the lilies of the field, and their splendor is unmatched in the world. Make us value this gift of contentment, and to slow down to enjoy each thing You have placed around us. I desire to draw closer to You, and I pray the generations that come behind me will learn to value this commitment too. Help us to see You more clearly, Lord. We love You and praise You. In Jesus's name, amen.

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