Frankincense is mentioned at least 13 times in scripture. Frankincense was used as a worship offering. It was one of the 4 ingredients that God instructed Moses to use in Exodus 30:34. It was one of the oils that the Magi’s presented unto Jesus.

Frankincense oil benefits: Arthritis and Pain Relief such as joint pain relief, because it has anti-inflammatory properties. Stress relief such as anxiety reducer. Aids in better sleep, a sleep enhancer because it causes a sensation of relaxation.

Frankincense is one of my favorite oils to diffuse. Its warm, resinous aroma instantly shifts the atmosphere, creating a space of peace and relaxation. During stressful work moments, I apply a small amount to my temples, the back of my neck, and my wrists — and it consistently brings a sense of calm and grounding. It’s also a key ingredient in my Quiet Relief Cream, adding both its soothing fragrance and its gentle, comforting properties.

Scripture References:

Lev 2:1-2; Lev 2:15-16; Lev 5:11; Lev 6:15; Lev 24:7; Ex 30:34; Num 5:15; Matt 2:11; Jer 6:20; Song of Solomon 3:6; Song of Solomon 4:6; Song of Solomon 4:14; Rev 18:13.

Thirst
I thirst for you Lord water my dry; I thirst for you Lord please don’t pass me by; I thirst for the water of your presence; I thirst for you Lord to be like you in nature and character; as the dew water the ground let your spirit water my being; Let my loins be filled with more of you and less of me; I thirst for you Lord as the tears fall from my eyes; your presence always leaves me in awe; Oh how great is the Lord and how marvelous is his ways; He’s a God of Love, a God of Mercy, a God of vengeance, wrath and war, a God of Grace which causes me to thirst the more. Lord let me never lose my thirst to be one and more like you!

A Place Called There

A place called there

There I lay my burdens at his feet; there I seek his presence and his love; there I unveil my wounds and allow his blood to wash, heal and deliver me; there I feel the train of his glory; there I worship him without hindrances, interference and block; there I am his and he is mine; there I feel the heat of deliverance yet I’m not burned or destroyed; there I feel his love and his protection; there I receive his restoration and affirmation; there I behold the beauty of his Glory and smell the sweet fragrance of his Holy train; there I am cloth in his wisdom and his love; there I lament and hear the lamentation of his people; there the revelation of his will I receive; there I’m in awe of his Glory; there I am change from mortal to immortality; there I worship; there I praise; there I surrender; there my will dies and his will arise; there, there, there, that place called there!

A PLACE CALLED THERE

There I lay my burdens at his feet; there I seek his presence and his love; there I unveil my wounds and allow his blood to wash, heal and deliver me; there I feel the train of his glory; there I worship him without hindrances, interference and block; there I am his and he is mine; there I feel the heat of deliverance yet I’m not burned or destroyed; there I feel his love and his protection; there I receive his restoration and affirmation; there I behold the beauty of his Glory and smell the sweet fragrance of his Holy train; there I am cloth in his wisdom and his love; there I lament and hear the lamentation of his people; there the revelation of his will I receive; there I’m in awe of his Glory; there I am change from mortal to immortality; there I worship; there I praise; there I surrender; there my will dies and his will arise; there, there, there, that place called there!

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