Carin’s Book Corner, An Author’s Read by Carin Jayne Casey Every 1st and 3rd Friday - Today, An Exert from “A New Song Rises Up!” Please join me! My purpose in writing this book, which was released last fall, was to simply share bits and pieces of how the Lord has brought me through some horrible and painful times. My life is a miracle, and I am forever grateful for my life, health, and peace. With that gratitude, I am motivated to share my testimony: look what the Lord did for me, even though I...
Feb 19, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. Today, Psalm 35 and Psalm 36. Please join me! Psalm 35 is with David asking God to fight with him against his enemies; that their plans – the pit- designed for him should overtake the enemy instead. David asks how long he must wait before relief comes. In patient faith, he praises the Lord. In Psalm 36, we find praise for God’s unfailing love because we can take refuge in the shadow of His wings, bringing us security in God’s ...
Feb 17, 2021•8 min•Season 2Ep. 16
How can we love those who are different than ourselves? What does it take to love despite political and cultural differences? Please join me! While we have a need to focus on the Lord rather than on the distractions, fears, and conflicts in the world, that brings us to the realization that our Creator loves us, and He is in control. In that, we can love ourselves and with His guidance, learn to love those who are different than ourselves. We look at the story of Jesus at the well with the Samari...
Feb 15, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. Today, Psalm 33 and Psalm 34. Please join me! Psalm 33 encourages us to be thankful to the Lord – to praise and sing to Him with shouts of joy. Because of His unfailing love we hope in the Lord. In Psalm 34, David encourages us to glorify and exault the Lord together. He is our deliverance, our refuge in times of trouble. In that, we can seek peace and pursue it. Available on Video: https://youtu.be/rxWFPc5cYAk Please subscrib...
Feb 10, 2021•7 min•Season 2Ep. 15
How can we reach true happiness, contentment, and satisfaction? What must we do to achieve a healthy, balanced life? Please join me! While we have a need to focus on the Lord rather than on the distractions, fears, and conflicts in the world, we need to also realize how much our Creator loves us. Each of us have been on His mind from before we were even formed in the womb; we each were given unique abilities, talents, and purpose. He knows the number of hairs on our head! Truly, the depth of our...
Feb 08, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Carin’s Book Corner, An Author’s Read by Carin Jayne Casey Every 1st and 3rd Friday - Today, An Exert from “A New Song Rises Up!” Please join me! My purpose in writing this book, which was released last fall, was to simply share bits and pieces of how the Lord has brought me through some horrible and painful times. My life is a miracle, and I am forever grateful for my life, health, and peace. With that gratitude, I am motivated to share my testimony: look what the Lord did for me, even though I...
Feb 05, 2021•7 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. Today, Psalm 31 and Psalm 32. Please join me! Psalm 31 is with David crying out to the Lord, knowing that He hears him and praising in advance of deliverance. We are encouraged to have patient faith and keep our hope in the Lord. In Psalm 32, we find forgiveness and blessings that come from the Lord. We are told of His protection and deliverance. In that, we can rejoice and sing with gladness. Available on Video: https://youtu...
Feb 03, 2021•7 min
Who loves you more than you can even love yourself? Who is always available to help, when you turn to Him? Please join me! While we have a need to focus on the Lord rather than on the distractions, fears, and conflicts in the world, we need to also realize how much our Creator loves us. Each of us have been on His mind from before we were even formed in the womb; we each were given unique abilities, talents, and purpose. He knows the number of hairs on our head! Truly, the depth of our Heavenly ...
Feb 01, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. Today, Psalm 29 and Psalm 30. Please join me! Psalm 29 Encourages us to worship the Lord, who is majestic and gives strength; He blesses His people with Peace. In Psalm 30, we praise the Lord for rescue and healing. “Weeping may stay for the night, but Rejoicing comes in the Morning…” We find our security in the Lord, “You turned my wailing into dancing…” and “I will Praise You forever…” Also available on Video: https://youtu....
Jan 27, 2021•5 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Can you maintain a firm resolve, and not give up? Do you have faith that the Lord is with you and will deliver you? This month we address topics relating to ‘focus.’ We can focus on the Lord for our future rather than on the distractions, fears, and conflicts in the world. We look at the spiritual law of sowing and reaping (Galatians 6:7-10) as encouragement that when we take a stand, we can hope for rewards, answered prayers, reaping a harvest. We considered the story of Shadrach, Meshach and A...
Jan 25, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 21
As Carin Jayne Casey, Author, I will begin "Carin's Book Corner" on February 5th, and continue every first and third Friday each month. What will we talk about? Books, brochures, blogs, and compilations I have been part of. Genres vary, so there is something for everyone: Social issues, Inspirational, Healing, Christian fiction, Suspense, Young Adult fiction, Mystery, and Children's. You can peruse about all my writings at my website: https://CarinJayneCasey.com We will discuss hot topics relati...
Jan 22, 2021•3 min0
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. Today, Psalm 27 and Psalm 28. Please join me! Psalm 27 Proclaims with confidence that the Lord is a stronghold against enemy attacks. In Psalm 28, we seek God’s mercy and deliverance from enemies. He is the Rock, our Strength and Shield. Also available on Video: https://youtu.be/7g3epjEckEs Please subscribe to my YouTube channel. Your feedback is welcome at https:// www.CarinJayneCasey.com...
Jan 20, 2021•6 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Do you know why you are here? Can you step into your purpose? This month we address topics relating to ‘focus.’ We can focus on the Lord for our future rather than on the distractions, fears, and conflicts in the world. Today, can you take action toward what you were created for? If you don’t know what is there for you, how can you find out? What are some keys toward knowing that you are going in the right direction? What happens if your first step didn’t work out? Join me and we can approach th...
Jan 18, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. Today, Psalm 25 and Psalm 26. Please join me! Psalm 25 is about trusting in the Lord and seeking His guidance and mercy with hope. We have a reverential love and fear of Him while we look for redemption, rescue, and refuge. In Psalm 26, we turn to God for vindication and deliverance, pleading our case with reminders of our right living. Also available on Video: https://youtu.be/Ht07IslbSS8 Please subscribe to my YouTube channe...
Jan 13, 2021•6 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Distractions Everywhere... Are distractions bringing you deceptions and dark emotions? This month we address topics relating to ‘focus.’ We can focus on the Lord for our future rather than on the distractions, fears, and conflicts in the world. Today, as in John 10:10, we recognize that the enemy seeks to deceive and tempt us to become fearful, anxious, upset, and even angry. Are we helpless to these dark emotions when they come? Join me and we can approach this quandary together! Your feedback ...
Jan 11, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. Today, Psalm 23 and Psalm 24. Please join me! The Lord is my Shepherd, Psalm 23, is a favorite and there are several books and commentaries on it. This is where we find a relationship with the Lord as our Good Shepherd and we are His Sheep. We depend upon Him, a loving and good God who is merciful. In Psalm 24, we find the Lord as our King of Glory. Also available on Video: https://youtu.be/J6O18eXdJSE Please subscribe to my Y...
Jan 06, 2021•4 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Clean the Slate: Are there things that need to be cleaned from your slate? During January we address topics relating to the theme of focus. We can focus on the Lord for our future rather than on the distractions, fears, and conflicts in the world. Today we look at the slate we have before us. Are there things that need to change? Do you need to go to a friend, loved one, or another person to restore a damaged relationship? What about your relationship with the Lord? Join me and we can approach t...
Jan 04, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. https://buzzsprout.com/127557 Please join me! Today I read from my Bible, Psalm 22, in the New International Version (NIV). This is a lovely Psalm of David, a man after God’s own heart. He cries out to the Lord with the enemy after him like roaring lions. The Lord is his strength, and he praises God for deliverance. We too can cry out to the Lord for deliverance from our enemies. This Psalm depicts the scene of Jesus' crucifix...
Dec 30, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Your Vision Matters! How and why should I make plans for the upcoming year? Writing or journaling plans was even done in the Old Testament days, and today it remains an effective means of prayerfully setting out goals for the next season. Does the Lord have plans for you, and if so, how will you know what they are? What are some advantages to taking careful steps in the process? What steps could you take to make your efforts more effective? Why does your vision matter? Join me and we can approac...
Dec 28, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. https://buzzsprout.com/1275572 Today, Psalm 19 through Psalm 21 Please join me! as we read a few chapters from the Word of God each Wednesday morning. We began with Psalms in November. Today I read from my Bible, Psalm 19 through Psalm 21, in the New International Version (NIV). These are Psalms of David, a man after God’s own heart. He praises the Lord with determination not to be shaken. As he petitioned prayers, the Lord an...
Dec 23, 2020•7 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Reason for the Season - It’s about the birth of Jesus Christ, our Lord! Christmas means different things among the crowds, whether with secular or spiritual connotations. For believers in Jesus, Christmas is a time we set aside in remembrance of the birth of Jesus Christ, which had been foretold hundreds of times in the Old Testament. In this Episode we read about the birth of Jesus from Luke 1 and 2. Do you know why Jesus came? What was the ultimate demonstration of God’s love for us all? Join ...
Dec 21, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. https://buzzsprout.com/1275572 Today, Psalm 18 Please join me! as we read a few chapters from the Word of God each Wednesday morning. We began with Psalms in November. Today I read from my Bible, Psalm 18, in the New International Version (NIV). We can learn from what David sang to the Lord when the Lord delivered him from his enemy, King Saul. https://youtu.be/hH7MG-Qw99w Please subscribe to my YouTube channel. Your feedback ...
Dec 16, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Give Love on Christmas Day! Let's encourage those around us who need lifting up! For many of us, the Christmas holiday season rings of hope and happiness. But not everyone has this to look forward to… It may be your friend, neighbor, or a loved one who is quietly suffering in a domestic violence environment. On this video we find valuable resources available. The National Domestic Violence Hotline number is 1-800-799-7233 (safe) “A New Song Rises Up!” describes my Recipe for overcoming, with the...
Dec 15, 2020•4 min
Stop making Excuses! Did you know that excuses can steal your dreams? What may have thought of as innocent ‘half-truths’ or ‘embellishments’ may have brought us into a terrible pattern of giving excuses. What harm is in it? Maybe sacrificing something good that could happen, failing a relationship, not meeting important goals… Is it too late to bring about positive change? Join me and we can approach this question together! Your feedback is welcome at https:// www.CarinJayneCasey.com https://you...
Dec 14, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. Today, Psalm 15 through Psalm 17 https://buzzsprout.com/1275572 Please join me! as we read a few chapters from the Word of God each Wednesday morning. We began with Psalms in November. Today I read from my Bible, Psalm 15 - Psalm 17, in the New International Version (NIV). We’re encouraged to speak the truth and live rightly. As we praise Him, he hears our prayers and He will answer. https://youtu.be/k0Yds-7Y2LI Please subscri...
Dec 09, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 6
When will this be over? How much more must I endure while I wait for my breakthrough? Many of us today ask these questions while we face loss of jobs and businesses, fears for our health, and feelings of isolation while social distancing continues. In this episode, we talk about things that we can do while we struggle. Join me and we can approach these questions together! Your feedback is welcome at https:// www.CarinJayneCasey.com https://youtu.be/dc2gn48e8RA Please subscribe to my YouTube chan...
Dec 07, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. https://buzzsprout.com/1275572 Today, Psalm 12 through Psalm 14 Please join me! as we read a few chapters from the Word of God each Wednesday morning. We began with Psalms in November. Today I read from my Bible, Psalm 12 - Psalm 14, in the New International Version (NIV). We learn to trust in the Lord as He restores and protects us; and we rejoice in the Lord! https://youtu.be/ORrYLcvYTZ0 Please subscribe to my YouTube channe...
Dec 02, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Run your Race - Can you run your race despite the obstacles around you? How important is it that you do your best at tasks set before you? Does it matter if you quit, or put mediocre effort into what you do? Do you know what your purpose is? Join me and we can approach these questions together! Your feedback is welcome at https:// www.CarinJayneCasey.com Video: https://youtu.be/u45eOSlQ1xg...
Nov 30, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Sword of the Spirit - Wednesday morning reading from the Word of God. Today, Psalm 10-11. Please join me as we read a few chapters from the Word of God each Wednesday morning. We are beginning with Psalms: Today I read from my Bible, Psalm 10 - Psalm 11, in the New International Version (NIV). On video: https://youtu.be/Ys36RLNHZIw Your feedback is welcome at https:// www.CarinJayneCasey.com...
Nov 25, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Power of Forgiveness - How can we navigate from the offense to forgiveness? It’s a process, isn’t it? What are some reasons we should forgive, even those who don’t ‘deserve’ forgiveness? Does it help to know that usually when the offenses come, it’s not about you, but the condition of that person’s heart? Let me share with you something I’ve realized about forgiveness, and how it connects with peace. Your feedback is welcome at https:// www.CarinJayneCasey.com (ask for a free “Recipe to Overcome...
Nov 23, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 12
