I wasn’t going to share this – I just felt the need to be still and not say anything at all. And so, for a moment, I did. But in that stillness, poetry came, and I decided that sharing the reality of vulnerable moments like these gives others permission to do the same. The poem is called, “See Myself” and I’ll share it with you in the 3 min video below- then we’ll get to the scripture challenge.
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This scripture challenge is focused on Colossians 1:17. Watch the video below and leave a comment here on the blog if you’re in on the challenge!
“He is before all things and in Him all things are held together. “
Colossians 1:17
7 day Scripture Challenge.
- Take 5 mins every morning to repeat Colossians 1:17 to yourself.
- Say it out loud and memorize the words.
- Internalize the words.
- Take your time and let the words run deep.
- Allow the Word of Yahuah to come inside of you and overflow to the rest of your life.
- You will have more peace of mind, more calmness and assurance…
- You will create space to hear the truth in your life.
- You will continue to make the choice to but Yahuah before all things, and not man.
Want a little extra challenge?
Take an extra 5 min after meditating on the word of Yah to journal all the thoughts that come to your mind. Write out your frustrations, your fears, your conflicts, your reality, your pain, your peace. Be real with yourself. Yahuah wants to show you some things about yourself.
Journaling can be so healing. Try to block out all the opinions of others and just write out what Yahuah is showing you about yourself. I’ll be doing this extra part of the challenge too. Let’s remember there is healing in His wings (Malachi 4:2)
If you’re in on the challenge leave a comment below and say “I’m in!” You can also feel free to share your personal thoughts regarding the poem I wrote called “See Myself” -especially if any part of it relates to your life. I look forward to connecting with you down in the comments below.
Peace & Love,
-Hadarah BatYah
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Hi there, I’m Hadarah Batyah. I sincerely believe that in order to have a spiritual walk that is authentic and true, the Word of Yahuah must be written on the inside of our hearts. That's why I write scripture songs and set apart music. Although I don’t have everything in my spiritual life all figured out, I know that Yahuah gave me the gift of music to serve Him and encourage your heart. I pray you'll be inspired by what you see on this blog. If you're curious and wanna know more- I tell it all on the
Shalom…I’m in
Shalom Gloria… welcome in 😌💗
Praise Yah! Hadarah
Just what I needed to hear. I’m with you in prayer. I’m in
Darlene
Welcome in Darlene, welcome in 😌💗
Shalom…I’m in
Praise Yah 💗
Count me in, this is so where I am at right now. I have been questioning why this, or why that. I have nearly felt paralyzed in my walk due to things that are going on in my life right now. I do need to create space for the Father to be in my life, and not all this confusion. Count me in !
HalaluYah… welcome in Sonia. We’re in it together sis! 😌💗
Shalom Achoti. I’m in! I will do the challenge. We all need to be encouraged sometimes and I believe that during this time as we grow and learn more about Yah and ourselves, we need to remember to give ourselves permission to be vulnerable and transparent.
Yes and it’s so worth it. Huge release – transparency can be so beautiful. Welcome in on the challenge MakelYah 😌
Shalum and happy light hours I’m in.
Hi Lynette, welcome in!
Though I’m a little late, I am in.
I’m in. Thank you. Shalom.
Welcome in Denise 😌
Dearest Hadarah
I want to share a poem I’ve written when I was also tired and weary:
Plead for mercy
Dear Father
I want to leave this place behind
I want to leave the people behind
I want to leave the earth behind
I want to let it al go
I want to sit at Your feet and weep
I want to wash Your feet with my tears
I want to show You how deep is my wounds
I want You to see I suffered down here
I want to see the pain in Your eyes
Reflecting the pain in mine
I want to see it in Your eyes
That You understand that the load was to heavy
That the burdens broke my body and mind
I am sitting here at Your feet
See the pleading in my eyes
I need for You to understand
It was too hard
I faild
But I tried
Much love,
Trudie from South Africa
Trudie, thank you for sharing your experiences and poetry with us as well. Beautiful moment. “I failed but I tried” that’s where the healing begins. That’s where the lessons are learned. HalaluYah. Let’s keep looking up!
Beautifully written…
All praise to Yahuah Most High… I’m glad it was meaningful for you…
Be patient with me Yah
Heal all the faults in me
Work lovingly your will within
Till I am one with thee.
. halleluYah, AMEN.
With love, for YOU all.
Tudah rabah achuty for sharing and inviting! Especially now that I am on this walk I can definitely relate to this poem… I’m in. Blessings to all!
Praise Yahuah, Mona Lisa welcome back- I’m so glad you’re in!! 😌
Shalom Am in
Hi Jeremy- welcome in. Glad you’re here for this!
Shalom Hadarah, I am in…
Shalom Fumi, I’m so glad you’re in. Welcome in 😌
Hi Hadarah thank you for sharing this beautiful poem I can surely identify with it.
I am in for the scripture challenge.
Emily.
Emily, I’m so glad to hear you can identity with the poetry. Yahuah be praised. And welcome in! 😌💗
Shalom! All praise to YAHUAH, He restores the soul of His child… (Tahilym 23)
I am in for the scripture challenge
HalaluYah- Roman, that’s beautiful… welcome in 😌
Dear Hadarah, we thank you and Yah for your faithful ministry, thanks for the challenge,hoping to “be in”,a good verse.The promises, so reassuring, have they ever failed? Shalom friend, may Yah always be with you and bless you.
HalaluYahuah – His promises have never failed. He is the same yesterday today and forever- HalaluYah. Welcome in on the challenge Marcus. It’s great to have you here. 😌
All praises be to YAHUAH, that was beautiful, we will find rest and comfort in HIM…im in
Charles, i’m glad you’re in – welcome. Yes our rest and comfort is in Him. HalaluYah. Let’s also challenge ourselves to be uncomfortable at times. That’s where growth happens, that’s where we see the truth. We’re in this together. Let’s do this!
Shalom Hadarah I’m in
We are as a grain of sand upon a beach any beach anywhere on his wondrous creation,his magnificence is ever present in the beauty of his creatures, his plants, his majestic mountains or the dove that soars graciously overlooking all,
But even with all these wondrous things to a miniscule grain of sand as i am, i still miss home and pray to be home with my friends and family in my father’s house, I’m just waiting for the call come back home my child all your transgressions are forgiven repentance sets you free, praise the most high jah.
Hi Mark, i’m glad you’re in! And thanks for sharing your poem – welcome in 🙂
Shalom Queen. I appreciate u so very much. The Most High comes thru u right on time every time. All praises. I AM IN…
This poem had definitely awakened me to some greater truth about me.. But even more so the scripture is the Key… “Wisdom” is before all things and in “Wisdom” all things are held together… HalleluYah for tht download and for u sharing the scripture. Much love and success to each and ebrryome of us on y(our) jounrey to Oneness… Amein
HalalauYah… Shalom Latoya, welcome in! i’m so glad this came on time for you – and i’m so very glad that you’re here. 🙂
Shalom Hadarah,
I’m in!
Shalom Hadassah – welcome in!
I’m in Hadarah !! Your poem is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your talent and your heart 😉
April, welcome in! All praise to Yahuah Most High…. it’s because of Him!
Shalawam yapha bara’ot RaYah. I am (ane) in (ba) Ken, Yah is before all things and in all things. It is in we move and have our being. Without Yah I am nothing. Yah will guard you in perfect peace whosoever keeps their mind stayed on Him, because you trust in Him. Trust in Yah with all you heart and lean not to you own understanding of it. Shalawam Yashar’AL
HalaluYah… Yes… He’s before all things, and all in our being.. let’s trust in Him even more deeply than before. Let’s trust Him enough to let Him show us ourselves. Welcome in!
Shalom Hadarah. I definitely relate to your poem. It can be weary trying to hold things together inside to look good on the outside in pretense. I heard a message about being still and quiet and waiting for Yahuah to speak to you. I want him to show me myself through his eyes. Tudah Hadarah, for your transparency, you are appreciated!
Praise Yahuah- I’m glad you can relate – and yes – let’s be still. This is where we can hear him 😌💗
Shalom, I’m In!!! Thank you for sharing your words for Yahuah’s heart. Yah not only wants us to be transparent with Him but also with ourselves. Yes we must remember the humanity of ourselves to continue to seek Yahuah’s truth for our lives and the will of Yah. Shalom Achoti
Shalom Yolanda, yes! What you say is true. Welcome in sis 😌💗
I am in Ackot and Family…Thank you so much as always for the challenge and your willingness to do what Yah has set before you to do. I have recently taken steps to look at me. Not an easy task at all. We are a mixture of what we were told during life, who we are “like”, what we can or can’t do. Also, you are desirable or you are not…for friendship, for employment…all experiences without Elohim are harmful to our existence.
Once again, I thank Yah through Yashua for your ministry toward me. As I prepare for Passover, I also am taking steps like everyone here to go into the Tabernacle of the Most High Yah.
With much love….Ema LioraYah
Halaluyah… I’m with you Ema LioraYah … going into the New year with new perspectives – it’s time to face the truth about ourselves. Let’s make the most the time we have before His face, before His throne of Grace.
Shalum and boker tov Achoti, I am in on the scripture challenge. Enjoyed your poem, we really need to take a look and find our true self. Peace and Blessings, Tzuri
Shalum and Boker Tov Tzuri, welcome in 😌
Shalom Ahkoti!
I’m in.. All praises to the Most High and through His son all things are possible.
Yes Achoti, HalaluYah… welcome in 😌
Olive! Shalom Am in for the challenge…
Thanks for the poem “See Myself” Very nice indeed!🙌
Praise Yahuah, Olive welcome in! I’m so glad you’re here for this.
Shalom Hadarah,
I’m in and thank you for sharing your poem.
No problem Hannah, I’m glad you enjoyed it. Welcome in! 😌
I’m in!
Thank you Hadarah for sharing your heartflow with us. It is very encouraging and reminds me that I’m not alone.
Hi Marki, that is the truth – we are never alone – and I’m so glad you’re here for the challenge. Welcome in 😌
Shalom,Hadarah. I’m in. Thank you for sharing your vulnerability with us.I can certainly relate.
Arella, I’m glad you’re here and it’s good to know you can relate. Let’s keep on looking up! He is before all things and in Him all things are held together 😌
Baruch Q’dush Ahba YaHUaH Aluah our salvation.
May you be continually favoured by Abba Aluah. I am in
Beautiful poem. Thank you for sharing a deeper part of your being. I can relate to the words of your poem, which bought tears to my eyes. It reminded me that I must never stop praying and interceding for others.
A few asks ago whilst asking Abba YaH about occurances in my life or not as he case may be. I heard Him say that “I am your reality”. I am to only focus on Him as everything else is inconsequential. I found such intense Shalum in resting in Him and my heart became joyous again. As I submit to Him daily and invite Him into every facet of my being, every situation and circumstance of my life I have included in my prayer the declaration “Abba YaH, You are my reality. HalaluYaH
HalaluYah… that is beautiful 😌 Thanks for sharing! And welcome in, Emma! So glad you’re here for this 💗
Im in. Thanks for sharing this poem. I can relate alot.
Sarah I’m so glad you’re in on the challenge and that the poem was meaningful for you. All praise to Yahuah 😌 Let’s be still and focus on Him.
I love your writings and I especially love your voice. Your voice is calming and wonderful to hear, whether it be through song or reading. I love how you put this site together. Today’s poem speaks volumes. I used to wear a fake happy smile. Now, my happiness comes from Yahuah, so my smile is now genuine. Tudah for your veracity. I appreciate you more than you know. 🙂
HalaluYah… thanks for joining us sis! I’m so glad you’re here… Keep smiling in Yahuah and don’t be afraid to challenge yourself to go even deeper -sometimes what lies beyond the smiles is the very thing we need in order to prepare us for the next phase of our journey 😌💗💗💗
Shalum Hadarah
I’m in. 😊
Welcome in Gail!
Shalom Hadarah. I’m in! Great poem!
Hi Kim! Welcome back 🙂 So glad you’re in!
I’m in Sister
LaRhonda – welcome in my dear – may Yahuah reveal much more truth to you during this challenge – let’s prepare to see what He has to say to us in our hearts <3
I am in sister! What a beautiful poem 🙂
Praise Yahuah… i’m glad you enjoyed the poem… welcome in Philothee 🙂
I’m all in!
All in – I love that – welcome Vidal!
Im in on the scripture challenge.
Hi Carmelayahu 🙂 Welcome back, and welcome in! Glad you’re here.
Shalom sis. Thanks for sharing. You are an inspiration to us all. Todah for allowing the Most High to use you and that you remain humble in the process… Blessings to you.
Yahuah all esteem… Deborah I appreciate your words! May we all remain inspired as well take this time apart to look up to Him. May Yahuah Most High continue to be in us all – and in ways that perhaps we didn’t even expect. Much love sis.
i am in
Hey Wayne, welcome in!
Praise Yah, your poem is right on time! It is as though your words are my words, my heart. I’m living in a passionless marriage…almost seven months of marriage, we remarried again after being divorced for 35 years. I made a mistake marrying him. But I am 61 and he is almost 64, I made a vow to Yah that this time around, no divorce. I smile when I want to cry.
Your poem spoke loud and I ask you to keep me in your prayers.
You are gifted and I’m glad you shared your poem.
Shalom
Ajabu, thank you for sharing your heart and for being vulnerable as well… I’m so glad the words in the poem were real for you, and that you could relate. But i’m so sorry to hear about your marriage. Wow. Sounds like some tough choices were made, I pray that through it all, there will be lessons learned, and that we all would come to a place where learning and growing at every stage of life becomes one of the most beautiful things – no matter how hard it hurts. Let’s keep growing together on this journey – just remember, you’re not alone. And thank you SO MUCH for sharing. You’re a brave woman. Stay strong in Yahuah, and may this scripture challenge make an impact on your life. Sending peace, love, and big hugs. <3
i’m in
Rebekah – welcome in! Glad you’re here 🙂
We need Him to mature us to see HIM
Yes, we do… we all need to continue growing and maturing day by day… learning about the things that are holding us back from growth – usually those things are found within ourselves. When we start to understand those hurdles and road blocks in our lives, we can overcome, and begin to see Him, who is truly before all things.. and as we see Him, He will continue to show us more about ourselves, it’s a journey… spiritual growth is a beautiful thing… All praise to Yahuah Most High…. 🙂
Hi Sis Hadarah,
It was a beautiful poem.Its good that u share your thoughts so that we sisters can encourage each other in this journey of everlasting life by uplifting each other to be faithful and loyal to him under all tribulations here in this earth. “I am in” for the scripture challenge.☺..God Bless all of us.
Hi Betsy- welcome in! Glad your here for the challenge 😌
I’m in
Welcome Elj 😌
Beautiful poem! Count me in for the scripture challenge!
Awesome, hi Karen – glad you’re back for this one! 😌💗
Truly it’s a blessing when you share thyself with others. Empowering is a gift that you walk in….may Elohim Yahuah continue to show us His will for our lives….count me in!
“He is before all things and in Him all things are held together. “
Colossians 1:17
Welcome in Lisa! Glad you’re here 💗😌
Your poem is so beautiful. I feel your words. I thank you for this scripture challenge. At moments for weeks i read and meditate on the scriptures it feels good and close to our Father. Then as latley, sometimes i slack and i feel far away. This poem and scripture helped me today to push myself to get back on track. Thank you, I’m in!
Hannah that’s good news! I’m so glad that you’re in 😌💗 welcome!!
This really touched my heart this morning. I can completely relate and feel very word you have spoken in this video. Thank you for sharing this. Im in!!
This Is so powerful and true and may YAH ALWAYS BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE.
Thanks Maurice… I appreciate the prayers 😌 may Yah bless and keep you too!
I’m in apologies for the delay