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Cyrus’ Miles

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Odd to have Miley Cyrus thoughts as I began to post. At first thought—an instant prayer- it seems it is tied to a theme of a wrecking ball. Yet, as I have learned today, the Persian King Cyrus had a history of building up, too.

Did King Cyrus of Persia really decree the rebuilding of God’s house in Jerusalem? Yes, yes, he did. More importantly, God used a non-believer to accomplish His goals.

The Bible records it in 2 Chronicles 36 and Ezra 1 — but what evidence do we have outside of Scripture?

The Cyrus Cylinder (539–530 BC) was discovered in Babylon in 1879. This artifact is now in the British Museum. It is a clay cylinder inscribed in Akkadian cuneiform, commissioned by Cyrus after his conquest of Babylon. It describes how Cyrus restored temples and returned displaced peoples to their homelands with their gods and religious items.

One example, “I returned to [these] sacred cities… the sanctuaries of which had been in ruins for a long time, the images which used to live therein, and I established for them permanent sanctuaries.”

While it doesn’t name Jerusalem, it perfectly matches what Ezra records — the Jews were one of many groups restored.

I love how archeology supports the Bible, hundreds and thousands of years later. I love how God used a Persian King to fulfill His purposes.

In addition to physical artifacts, there are the writings of Jewish historian Josephus that Cyrus read Isaiah’s prophecy about himself (Isaiah 44–45) and was inspired to fulfill it, issuing the decree for the Temple.

Persian history shows Cyrus was unique among conquerors: instead of suppressing religions, he restored them. Ezra’s account fits right in with what we know of his empire.

So while archaeology hasn’t yet given us a tablet that says, “Cyrus told the Jews to rebuild in Jerusalem,” all the evidence points to it:

His general decree (Cyrus Cylinder) The biblical record (Ezra & Chronicles) And later Jewish history (Josephus)

Together they confirm the faithfulness of God’s Word. The prophecy of Jeremiah was fulfilled, Daniel’s prayer was answered, and God used a Persian king to bring His people home.

Thank you, Lord, for all you teach me.

Sweet Caroline

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Wowza! What a glorious God-filled day 2with beautiful violin music playing all day. Heavenly violin music with beautiful scenery to s simply amazing! I shared with Mark and He shared at the other shop.

I will return to write more about Jayden/Ezra and Sean/Jace. They deserve more than I can write now. Better than Ezra is an old band I have always enjoyed.

Jayden said he picked the name intentionally from the Old Testament. He had just come from a cancelled Bonaroo- huge music guy and he did not know the band. We sat down and watched two videos and had great Godversation.

Texted my hubby, “ We have the best customers possible. Added bonus, Trinity at Mariner Finance let us borrow her jumper cables to help Jayden start his vehicle. I need to find mine in the garage and put them where I they belong. …but perfect it was a Trinity who aided us. 💜d ✝️💜”

I spoke to Caroline and her husband on the phone. Praying she enjoys a peace filled meeting tomorrow. May her cancer leave her body without worldly explanation.

Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU, JESUS! 💜✝️💜

Growing Testimony

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Father God,

You alone are Holy, Holy, Holy.  You have had this simple incantation in my heart with every variation of punctuation possible the past six weeks.   I could never thank you enough for all you have done, all you are currently doing and all you will surely do in my life.  You know I treasure your promises and how grateful I am for all your provision.   While I have struggled to write “the letter”, you have grown me exponentially through this process since Labor Day.    Silly me, you revealed a beautiful list of 55 big things you have done in my life in January.  While I have written many of those detailed stories for the sake of posterity, I do not have one simple document outlining my personal testimony.   Please help me share the biggest pieces in such a way that your hand on my life is evident.  I ask this in Jesus’ name.  Amen.

Today is October 21, 2024; I am currently 56 years old. To say the past few years of my life have been supercharged with spiritual growth and experiences would be a massive understatement.   It takes my breath to consider all that God has done for me, through me, and with me my entire life.  However, those words are especially true since a near-death experience two and a half years ago.   This entire year is filled with writing out so very many different details and miracles. How could I NOT be overwhelmed with praise and gratitude?

Thank you, God, for getting Miss Dottie into the store today to share her testimony.  The value of five minutes and her life are evident in her joy from you.  I love, love, LOVE thow you timed her season of growth from her NDE July 3, 2016, with how you were moving in my own life at that time. I just love how fond you seem to be of giving me dates that are easy to remember…so I will not forget your hand in all of it.