In this episode, Lisa shares some recent personal experiences and the resulting word pictures, focusing on the spiritual necessity to keep our hearts free of bitterness, unforgiveness and other things that would block the Holy Spirit's work in our hearts.

Photo: Robert Prokopowitz

At the end of this episode, Lisa shares her song "Soften Our Hearts" from a live online in-home concert from a couple of years ago.

This song can also be seen as a stand alone video here:

https://youtu.be/K-1qgkcl0K8

Lisa Prokopowitz is a Christian Singer/Songwriter, Guitarist, Podcaster and Blogger who seeks to lift up the name of Jesus and draw hungry hearts unto Him.

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"Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!"

(2 Corinthians 9:15)

If you would prefer to WATCH this podcast, the video version premiers on YouTube at 3 PM Eastern time on 12/18/2025 here (I'll be live in the chat if you watch during the premier):

https://youtu.be/OyGB4MN_TpA

Join Christian Singer/Guitarist Lisa Prokopowitz for another encouraging word picture about the Body of Christ.

This episode of the “Manna from My Father’s Hand” podcast is likely the final one in the series about the body of Christ and documenting my recovery from a fractured wrist.

This episode wraps up the prior ones in this series, with gratitude to God for all He has done/is doing, and the recognition that through it all, His amazing gift-giving nature is evidenced in the simple every day gifts He has given to us that we often overlook and take for granted.

It also wraps up the entire series by revisiting the question of "What are you offering?"

At the end, Lisa shares another of her songs from that concert in Ocean Grove prior to her fall that fractured her wrist. The hymn is called "When Morning Gilds the Skies", with the arrangement and several lyric changes by Lisa Prokopowitz.

Here are links to earlier videos in this series so you can follow along if you wish:

Episode 43—What Are You Offering

https://www.youtube.com/live/vRlD8WGzpp8

https://youtube.com/live/vRlD8WGzpp8

Episode 44—It Is Well With My Soul

https://youtu.be/Wylo2d3aFtg

Episode 45--Brace Yourselves for Your "Best Life"

https://youtu.be/fUqb7huuTf8

Episode 46--Mighty Works in Progress

https://youtu.be/O5jnbaFeH8o

Episode 47--Does (My) Sind Matter?

https://youtu.be/DHEdEfdOh5c

This podcast is associated with a corresponding blog-post which can be found here:

https://manna.shiningriver.com/giver

Here is a video of the single song "When Morning Gilds the Skies" (played at the end of the podcast) if you would like to check it out:

https://youtu.be/l9IlExXrv2Y

Closing remarks use one of Lisa’ songs called “Good Morning, Lord” (from her Fill This Temple CD) available here:

https://lisaprokopowitz.bandcamp.com/track/good-morning-lord

During this wonderful Christmas season, when we so often consider gift giving and receiving, may we be increasingly aware of the MANY good gifts that God has given us, and may we consider what we can bring to the table to bless HIM this Christmas and beyond.

Is forgiveness even possible?

If you would prefer to WATCH this podcast, the video version premiers on YouTube at 3 PM Eastern time on 11/20/2025 here:

https://youtu.be/DHEdEfdOh5c

Join Christian Singer/Guitarist Lisa Prokopowitz for another encouraging word picture about the Body of Christ.

This episode of the “Manna from My Father’s Hand” podcast continues on with the series about the body of Christ and documenting my recovery from a fractured wrist. This video is another one that was filmed early on in my recovery process.

The spiritual lesson spoken as a word picture had to do with the profound impact one member of the body of Christ can have on the other members.

The topics discussed are the importance of having a sober minded attitude toward sin, and our need to forgive and be forgiven by Jesus and each other.

Here are links to earlier videos in this series so you can follow along if you wish:

Episode 43—What Are You Offering

https://www.youtube.com/live/vRlD8WGzpp8

https://youtube.com/live/vRlD8WGzpp8

Episode 44—It Is Well With My Soul

https://youtu.be/Wylo2d3aFtg

Episode 45--Brace Yourselves for Your "Best Life"

https://youtu.be/fUqb7huuTf8

Episode 46--Mighty Works in Progress

https://youtu.be/O5jnbaFeH8o

This podcast is associated with a corresponding blog-post which can be found here:

https://manna.shiningriver.com/matter

At the end of this podcast is a live version of “There is a Fountain” from the concert in Ocean Grove, NJ from earlier in the day on which I fractured my wrist.

Here is the video of that single song if you'd like to check it out: https://youtu.be/JNVOhi1dBtA

Closing remarks use one of Lisa’ songs called “Good Morning, Lord” (from her Fill This Temple CD) available here:

https://lisaprokopowitz.bandcamp.com/track/good-morning-lord

I pray that you will find solace, comfort, restoration, reconciliation and encouragement in this video, as you bring your thoughts before Jesus' throne of grace, whether you identify with the "foot" or the "wrist" in the word picture....

If you would prefer to WATCH this podcast, the video version premiers on YouTube at 3 PM Eastern time on 10/16/2025 here: https://youtu.be/O5jnbaFeH8o

During the premier (at 3 PM) I plan to be in the live-chat, so if you are watching for that first showing, feel free to drop something in the chat so I know you’re there!

This episode of the “Manna from My Father’s Hand” podcast continues on with the series about the body of Christ and documenting my recovery from a fractured wrist. This episode was again recorded early on in my recovery process.

The spiritual lesson spoken as a word picture had to do with the mysterious ways of God, as He uses our challenging times to accomplish His most remarkable works in our lives. And, our tendency to complain along the way, similarly to many stories told in the Bible.

Here are links to earlier videos in this series (and more episodes will be posted in the coming months as well):

Episode 43—What Are You Offering

https://youtu.be/zG4xSpuVOXs

Episode 44—It Is Well With My Soul

https://youtu.be/Wylo2d3aFtg

Episode 45--Brace Yourselves for Your "Best Life"

https://youtu.be/fUqb7huuTf8

This podcast is associated with a corresponding blog-post which can be found here:

https://manna.shiningriver.com/works

At the end of this video is a live version of “Sweet Hour of Prayer” from the concert in Ocean Grove, NJ from earlier in the day on which I fractured my wrist.

Here is the video of that single song if you'd like to check it out: https://youtu.be/VtL50l7Ihuc

Closing remarks use one of Lisa’ songs called “Good Morning, Lord” (from her Fill This Temple CD) available here:

https://lisaprokopowitz.bandcamp.com/track/good-morning-lord

I pray that you will be encouraged in whatever challenges you are enduring, that if you are a child of God, He is likely doing some of His best works in (and then through) you in the process....

Brace Yourselves for Your Best Life.

If you would prefer to WATCH this podcast, the video version premiers on YouTube at 3 PM Eastern time on 9/18/2025 here: https://youtu.be/fUqb7huuTf8

During the premier (at 3 PM) I plan to be in the live-chat, so if you are watching for that first showing, feel free to drop something in the chat so I know you’re there!

This episode of the “Manna from My Father’s Hand” podcast continues on with the series about the body of Christ and documenting my recovery from a fractured wrist. This particular video was filmed fairly early on in that process, while my wrist was in a brace.

The spiritual lesson spoken as a word picture had to do with our tendency to prefer to avoid pain, even when enduring such things is actually often to our benefit, allowing us to have full and effective healing.

Here are links to earlier videos in this series (and more episodes will be posted in the coming months as well):

Episode 43—What Are You Offering

https://youtu.be/zG4xSpuVOXs

Episode 44—It Is Well With My Soul

https://youtu.be/Wylo2d3aFtg

This podcast is associated with a corresponding blog-post which can be found here:

https://manna.shiningriver.com/brace

At the end of this podcast is a live version of “Just A Closer Walk With Thee” from the concert in Ocean Grove, NJ from earlier in the day on which I fractured my wrist.

Here is the video of that song: https://youtu.be/DHrk4zF4yxc

This version includes a verse to this hymn written by Lisa Prokopowitz (CCLI Song number: 7162197).

Closing remarks use one of Lisa’ songs called “Good Morning, Lord” (from her Fill This Temple CD) available here:

https://lisaprokopowitz.bandcamp.com/track/good-morning-lord

May we all be encouraged to stay close to Jesus, identifying with Him in the pain that He suffered on our behalf, ESPECIALLY when life becomes difficult, challenging and sorrowful….

Join Christian singer/songwriter/guitarist Lisa Prokopowitz for an encouraging word about standing firm when life seems to throw you a curveball.

Lisa tells "the rest of the story" about the day she broke her wrist, and how the Lord has sustained her throughout.

During this podcast, the following things are mentioned:

Instant Premier VIDEO of this episode on the "Third Thursday at Three", 8/21/2025 at 3 PM Eastern.

If you are watching during the premier, join Lisa in the live-chat...

Join and watch the video version here:

https://youtu.be/Wylo2d3aFtg

Check out last month's podcast (43--What are You Offering?) at this link:

https://youtube.com/live/vRlD8WGzpp8

This episode of the "Manna From My Father's Hand" podcast can be accessed as an audio podcast via Spotify, iHeart and YouTube (under "podcasts" on Lisa's YouTube channel).

To read the blog version of this episode:

https://manna.shiningriver.com/well

To watch the video of the song mentioned in this podcast (It is Well), follow this direct link:

https://youtu.be/9CQ1Y0O8A_Y

Live video of end song ("It is Well") filmed by Robert Prokopowitz.

Podcast video and all video/audio editing by Lisa Prokopowitz.

Lisa Prokopowitz is a Christian Singer/Songwriter, Podcaster and Blogger who seeks to lift up the name of Jesus and draw hungry hearts unto Him.

This episode explores some happenings over recent months that point our attention to the roles that we each play in the “body of Christ”.

Let me know in the comments what YOU believe Jesus has given you to offer to build up His body!

You can also watch the Video version of this Manna From My Father's Hand episode here, (Streaming live at 3 PM eastern on 7/17/2025--come join me in the live chat if you're free at three or catch the replay at the same link!):⁠https://www.youtube.com/live/vRlD8WGzpp8⁠The original blog-post I mention in this episode can be found here to read the whole thing:

https://manna.shiningriver.com/what-are-you-bringing

Video clips embedded in this article are from Worship Services at Freedom Church in Oak Ridge, NJ.To watch the full services, access the following links:

The first two clips above: https://www.youtube.com/live/noWRkc9l-34

The service with Jamie's words of gratitude:https://www.youtube.com/live/Ce6wK9rVGW0

This podcast is associated with a "Manna From My Father's Hand" Blog-post, which can be found at https://manna.shiningriver.com/offering

For more encouraging Christian content from Lisa:

https://manna.shiningriver.com

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Here is a personal expression of gratitude to God, Who has been so VERY faithful over the years!

Join me for some reflection back on decades of His faithfulness and a couple of songs to share.

If you are so inclined, please drop a bit of your own testimony in the comments.

Scripture reference correction: at about the 18:15 time stamp, I got the reference wrong. It was John 14:6, (where Jesus said: I am the way....)

Want to watch this episode via video? Here is a direct link:

https://www.youtube.com/live/QdHKrcTB-7g

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Lisa Prokopowitz is a Christian Singer/Songwriter, Podcaster and Blogger who seeks to lift up the name of Jesus and draw hungry hearts unto Him.

Want to read the content from this episode? Check it out on my "Manna From My Father's Hand" Blog, at this link:

https://manna.shiningriver.com/faithful

For more encouraging Christian content:

https://manna.shiningriver.com

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