tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753Sat, 22 Nov 2025 03:35:20 +0000devotionalrevelationLifepsalmencouragementcurrent 2006testimonycurrent 2007inspirationalprayersongAlmighty GodGod's directionchildrenmeditationsmiraclespraiseprophecyre-printArabElijahGalileeGod paints the heavensGod's presenceHaShemIsraelMagnificentPalestiniandreamfaithfire of heavengrandmagrandparentjesusmusicparablesrighteousnessstoriesstormwalk on waterMay this page reflect the glory and image of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, even as my life is a living epistle-known and read by all men...http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)Blogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-8517365466238986310Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:17:00 +00002022-11-07T08:42:11.646-05:00Everyday MiraclesSunrise reflected through our front doorMy life has been filled with trials and miracles, sometimes both at the very same time! God has brought me on a journey to a place of embracing faith and trusting Him through anything. It hasn't been easy, but when we can allow God to speak to us and show us His perspective in any situation or circumstance, we position ourselves for Him to http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2015/04/everyday-miracles-my-life-has-been.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-6496092937941997869Fri, 14 Mar 2014 23:51:00 +00002014-03-14T19:51:46.961-04:00Almighty GodElijahfire of heaven I said, “O my God, take me not away in the midst of my days; Thy years are throughout all generations. Of old hast Thou laid the foundation of the earth, and the heavens are the work of Thy hands. They shall perish, but Thou shalt endure; yea, all of them shall wax old like a garment; and as a vesture shalt Thou change them, and they shall be changed. But Thou art the same, and Thy years http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2014/03/the-god-who-answers-by-fire.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-3009982802348320513Fri, 09 Mar 2012 17:55:00 +00002025-10-31T16:24:43.684-04:00Almighty GodGod paints the heavensHaShemMagnificent  O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Your name in all the earth! Who have set Your glory above the heavens! Out of the mouth of babes and nursing infants You have ordained strength, because of Your enemies, that You may silence the enemy and the avenger. When I consider Your heavens, the work of Your fingers, the moon and the stars, which You have ordained, What is man that You are http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2012/03/how-excellent-is-your-name.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-4909858447029945433Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:38:00 +00002025-11-04T00:47:10.106-05:00dreamGod's directionIn 1983, the Lord gave me a dream of a map of Israel. At the time I was ignorant of the geographical region of the Middle East and I was unfamiliar with the shape or size of the state of Israel, but I did understand that I was seeing a map of Israel. I was also ignorant of any knowledge of geological makeup of the land of Israel and the surrounding countries. I did know that in general there was http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2015/04/oil-in-israel.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-3801899528522723331Sat, 22 Jan 2011 22:32:00 +00002011-01-22T17:47:39.073-05:00encouragementGod's presenceinspirationalWords and Music by Lynn DeShazo In Your presence That's where I am strong In Your presence O Lord my God In Your presence That's where I belong Seeking Your face Touching Your grace In the cleft of the Rock In Your presence O God I want to go Where the rivers Cannot overflow me Where my feet are On the rock I want to hide Where the blazing Fire cannot burn me In Your presence O God I want to http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2011/01/in-your-presence-o-god.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-6032017519875773930Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:35:00 +00002009-11-28T22:17:19.195-05:00faithGalileejesusmiraclesparablesstoriesstormwalk on waterWe have so many friends who are going through really difficult circumstances right now that it continues to cause us to ask ourselves the question, "Can we trust God?"When I am sitting in a meeting with other believers or worshiping at home after Bible study, there is no doubt or hesitation. "Our God is Mighty! -to the pulling down of strongholds! -to heal the broken hearted! -to save and heal http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2009/08/our-god-is-mighty.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-7796293758901936259Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:48:00 +00002009-04-14T14:40:03.184-04:00childrenencouragementgrandmagrandparentinspirationalWe all dream of growing old gracefully. No one wants to live to be one hundred and spend their last years confined to a wheelchair, disabled and dependent on others. Many of us have our private dreams of a favorite Grandma or Aunt whose smile and arms were warm and comforting. Visiting them is an adventure back in time as they share their stories of hardships and blessings through the filter of http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2009/04/becoming-grandma-with-vitality.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-2849063708703960994Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:42:00 +00002009-04-14T18:00:04.629-04:00devotionalencouragementmeditationsmiraclespraise My life has been filled with trials and miracles, sometimes both at the very same time! God has brought me on a journey to a place of embracing faith and trusting Him through anything. It hasn't been easy, but when we can allow God to speak to us and show us His perspective in any situation or circumstance, we position ourselves for Him to turn what was meant for evil in our lives into http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2009/01/everyday-miracles.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-216283801715385880Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:03:00 +00002008-11-20T14:58:44.336-05:00praiseprayerrighteousnessTo appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified. ISAIAH 61:3God sees we are dust and as we groan and travail in this life reaching for Righteousness and experiencing frequent falls on ourhttp://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2008/11/trees-of-righteousness.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-6889318082476117392Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:41:00 +00002025-11-04T01:11:33.230-05:00devotionalencouragementLiferevelationHerein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us...1 John 4:10I realized today that I don't really know the love of God. I have not understood it, nor have I embraced it. I have been reluctant to receive the fullness He offers, and most horribly, I have not loved others with the love of God, as He would love have me love them. Thankfully the Father's love towards us (towards me) does http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2008/08/gods-love-towards-us.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-9141933826510850779Thu, 01 May 2008 13:53:00 +00002008-05-02T14:59:38.309-04:00devotionalencouragementHow often do we as believers get together with friends and family for fellowship? It can be at a worship service, over a meal or coffee, or a chance meeting on the street--perhaps even on a cell phone! We find ourselves rehearsing the testimony that the Lord has given us of how He has spoken to us this week, or blessed us with health, wisdom or miracles! We can't wait to share how God continues http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2008/05/gods-book-of-remembrance.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-7982197576921654560Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:54:00 +00002008-08-17T23:24:12.579-04:00meditationsOne of the first signs of spring in Jerusalem is the bursting forth of almond blossoms. The flowers are a joyful reminder to most of the Lord's faithful rebirth in the earth each spring. The beautiful flower laden branches cheer the soul as they catch the brilliant spring sunlight and dance as the warming breezes blow. They seem to appear almost overnight.Isaiah 61:11 For as the earth bringeth http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2008/02/new-beginnings.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-7429417705608418592Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:09:00 +00002007-09-25T08:52:08.197-04:00prayerrevelationHave you ever noticed that when you hang around someone a lot, you begin to talk like they do? You pick up on their phraseologies and follow their train of thought, and sometimes begin to make it your own? Hmmm... maybe if we spent that much time with the Lord, we might begin to reflect His ideas, His perspective, His words....When God speaks, it is usually brief and to the point. Read/scan the http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/09/prayer-communing-with-god.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-3362840091990041313Thu, 16 Aug 2007 19:56:00 +00002007-11-11T16:07:27.785-05:00devotionalIn Exodus chapter 33 Moses is having a conversation with God. The Lord is speaking to Moses face to face, as a man talks with his friend, verse 11. Moses first acknowledges God's favor and blessing. He then asks that God's presence go with the children of Israel as they travel to the promised land. He is requesting God's favor and blessing to continue with them. When the Lord agrees, Moses asks http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/08/show-me-thy-glory.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-5413361103097986766Sun, 01 Jul 2007 22:34:00 +00002008-08-19T20:08:26.949-04:00LifetestimonyTherefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope: And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/07/trial-of-our-faith.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-5286005390157045239Sun, 01 Apr 2007 11:36:00 +00002007-04-01T15:29:04.071-04:00devotionalpsalma Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the LORD. Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart. They also do no iniquity: they walk in his ways. Thou hast commanded us to keep thy precepts diligently. O that my ways were directed to keep thy statutes! Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have respect unto all thy commandments. I will http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/04/devotional-psalms-1191-8.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-2164956193122963731Sun, 25 Mar 2007 15:14:00 +00002007-03-25T11:28:54.920-04:00revelation"Jesus is all, and as we abide in Him, we have access to all that we need: all power, all wisdom, and all strength."All we will ever want, need, or desire is found in Jesus Christ. If we lack power, wisdom, or prosperity, we will find it in Him. He is, and He has all that we will ever need. We have no lack when we are in Him.Jesus told His disciples, "I am the vine, you are the branches; he who http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/03/one-in-whom-i-have-believed-walking.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-2748438606436838641Sat, 24 Mar 2007 13:26:00 +00002007-03-26T14:31:47.831-04:00devotionalpsalmBless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's. The LORD http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/03/devotional-psalms-103.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-1061619025345388241Thu, 22 Mar 2007 14:41:00 +00002007-03-22T12:25:16.820-04:00devotionalpsalmHe that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence.He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler. http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/03/devotional-psalms-91.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-682900936598271085Thu, 22 Mar 2007 14:07:00 +00002007-03-22T10:13:44.244-04:00revelationRev. Paulette Reedwww.dotmm.orgSoaring on the WindDuring this hour of restoration and acceleration in the Church of Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit is propelling us to live "on earth as it is in heaven." As the master artist paints us into circumstantial corners, our trust and faith are being forced to expand along with our tent pegs. We realize more and more that God is in control - we are not. http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/03/heavenly-whirlwinds-and-chariots-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-5034450075387933176Fri, 16 Mar 2007 17:37:00 +00002007-03-22T10:35:35.934-04:00devotionalpsalmO give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: because his mercy endureth for ever.Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth for ever.Let the house of Aaron now say, that his mercy endureth for ever.Let them now that fear the LORD say, that his mercy endureth for ever.I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, and set me in a large place.The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/03/devotional-psalms-118.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-6268881729801446038Fri, 09 Mar 2007 07:57:00 +00002007-03-22T10:37:36.831-04:00devotionalpsalmA Secret Treasure of David. Watch over me, O God; for in You do I put my trust. Oh my soul, you have said to Jehovah, You are my Lord; I have no goodness apart from You. As for the saints in the earth, they are the excellent, in whom is all my delight. But their sorrows shall be multiplied who run after another god. I will not pour out their drink offerings of blood; and I will not take their http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/03/devotional-psalms-16.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-2286859170409068593Mon, 26 Feb 2007 20:43:00 +00002007-02-26T16:49:28.000-05:00devotionalpsalmA Psalm for Solomon. Give the king thy judgments, O God, and thy righteousness unto the king's son. He shall judge thy people with righteousness, and thy poor with judgment. The mountains shall bring peace to the people, and the little hills, by righteousness. He shall judge the poor of the people, he shall save the children of the needy, and shall break in pieces the oppressor. They shall fear http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/02/devotional-psalms-72.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-3583078635929422119Sat, 24 Feb 2007 16:57:00 +00002007-02-24T13:41:00.150-05:00devotionalpsalmPraise ye the LORD.Sing unto the LORD a new song,and his praise in the congregationof the saints.Let Israelrejoice in their maker:let the children of Zionbe joyful in their King.Let them praise his namein the dance:let them sing praises to himwith the timbrel and harp.For the LORD takes pleasurein his people:he will beautify the humble with salvation. Let the saintsbe joyful in glory:let them http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/02/devotional-psalms-149.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36596753.post-7942939439561764558Sun, 18 Feb 2007 21:41:00 +00002007-02-18T16:43:41.383-05:00current 2007IsraelLifeThis is a blog written by a good friend here in Israel. At the end is a link to a video from Israeli TV. The video is in Hebrew, but you can still get the sense that it is POSITIVE coverage of a very contraversial subject in Israel--Messianic Jews. This was aired on national TV on Friday evening, Feb 16, 2007. This is a breakthrough! Some of those featured are close friends. The reason the show http://hineni-here-i-am.blogspot.com/2007/02/its-all-good-by-christine-sakakibara.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ruth Mayfield)0