3 Spiritual Truths God Showed Me in the Mountains

God has a way of showing me spiritual truths when I least expect it. And what better way than on a getaway to the mountains.

I’m a girl from the mountains. Did you know that about me? I grew up in the Appalachian Mountains of Southwest Virginia. My hometown, Big Stone Gap, sits in a valley and borders several nearby states. 

So it’s just a hop, skip, and a jump away from my current home in Tennessee. And my current residence is not far from the Great Smoky Mountains. 

While we visit and film in the Smokies often for our YouTube Channel, I just returned from an annual girls trip to a cabin there.

The three of us have been friends since high school; me, another Karen, and Teresa. This made our 15th year. For four glorious days we talk, visit area shops, eateries, attractions, and watch Hallmark movies—yes, with popcorn in hand. This year we colored.

We not only catch up with each other, but we also rest and catch our breath from the ups and downs of life.

Here are 3 spiritual truths the Lord showed me.

(1.)  Talk with God Every Day: Spiritual Truths

Every year, we look forward to our talks with each other. Being in person sure beats Messenger and texting. Because seeing facial expressions and hearing voice inflection adds so much to words. There’s just something grand about conversations in person.

We share about our current lives, hopes, families, and pets. Also, as Jesus-girls, we can’t help but talk about the Lord, His faithfulness, Bible studies, and scripture. 

Likewise, God desires we talk with Him in praise and prayers, lamenting, calling out to Him, and telling Him about our day.

But remember talking with God is 2-way communication. We listen for His voice as we pray and dwell in His presence.

“Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” Jeremiah 29:12-13 (NIV)

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