❤ Jess, I don't care what channel I am watching from but when you speak your words of poetry and of God I have to say it is truly beautiful and always touches my heart and soul.
If the garden hadn't died and you had not moved in the summer, you would not have been 'at rest" to be able to see that you needed to heal yourself physically. God is good Jess; you are loved and cared for always. What a story.
I can relate. I have epilepsy. Years ago I believed God could heal me. I contacted 2 elders at my church. We fasted and prepared to come together to have them lay hands on my head and pray for me. I stopped taking my seizure medication and i had a gran mal seizure. I was devastated because i believed if i did all the right things to be healed by God. I sat in church the next Sunday and the Spirit of God washed over me and asked me, "If you have epilepsy the rest of your life, will you love me and serve me?" I wept, and I surrendered to Him. I told him, Yes. It's difficult!
Jess seeing this while you are on a break from doing ROOTS and REFUGE while Jackson graduates. It is truly a blessing to see where you and your family and farm are now.
I have watched all of your Root and Refuge videos on You Tube. You two save my life every video. I have learned so much about gardening. I am 65 and live in Northeast Texas on a sand and quarts rock quarry. I grew up in the black soil of West Virginia. I was a retail manager for 40 years. Lived all over the Great United States of America. My work ended here in Texas by owning two restaurants. I know how you feel about the green. I waited on customers all my life. I loved it. God was good in giving me so many customers. But the 15-minute lunch break and late night clean up did my body in. I have Hypertensive High Blood Pressure and I have poor vision. You two brought me the green, the comfort and solitude of growing healthy food. I am still alive today because of that. You taught me how to grow in the worst soil. That is hard to do. You two make me feel nothing is impossible to accomplish. I wish I had that knowledge back when I was training employees all my life. Thank you both so much for finally enriching my health and taking the stress away. And teaching me how a garden can really change the stresses in a person's life. I think it comes from the green and that makes us enjoy what God has given us. Thank You Two with all my heart and God Bless.
Oh Jessica, sweet Jess…God never leaves you, look closer, his kiss is in the sunrise and the sunset! His love shines on you as his gentle breeze moves through the gray of winter, his smile kisses the ground you walk on so as you look around tomorrow, read these words and reconsider the Glory of God’s love and grace, find warmth at the touch of the sunshine! Blessings my sister!!!
I am so sorry for your troubles not only not having a garden but your physical problems. I’ve loved watching your journey and this is all part of your journey. It isn’t just that God is good or not. God has given us medicine, too. Hearing the wisdom of that is a miracle too.
Oddly enough, i was just thinking to myself yesterday that i could really use a Devotional video from Jess right now. Life has been really tough these last few months and she has been my refuge and inspiration to push forward. Also, while doing it as graceful as she does. Learning that my PCOS is in the middle of a flair up; a mass/cyst on my ovary, as well as learning I have a mass on my kidney. It's as though God is telling me its time for rest and its time to educate myself within my classroom i have available to me. Jess, you are a fantastic leader/teacher (even if it is not your 'intention') and I would like to thank you for your vulnerability, humility and grace. Just thank you! 💛🙏
O Jess. Do you realize how wonderful you are? You are one of the greatest human beings I know. I needed this so much. I miss you but I am so glad that you can take some time for yourself. I'm not crying you're crying...love you and your family so so much. 💗
This was a big eye opener Jess . We love you . I’ve been going through some stuff the past 3 years . And I decided I’m going forward n not lookin back at the very thing I’m going through . I have given it all to God. And I feel our Lord is helping me and you to my dear . You keep making me go forward thank you . With all my heart . I bless you 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Jess shares her heart & life with others in an honest way that makes her a close friend through the internet. She shows possibilities that we can all obtain with hard work & passion ❤
This is so beautiful ❤ I really needed this today. Hearing you talk about the beauties and struggles really gave me encouragement to keep going in my little homesteading journey. Thank you ❤️
Please keep pushing to find out what you need to heal and get better. I waited too long and now I'm facing Stage 3C mullerian endometroid ovarian cancer and clear cell ovarian carcinoma. Your family needs you. Definitely keep your appts. I strive to keep myself positive and active and maintain a clean healthy diet and exercise. You have an awesome support system around you. Take care❤
Loved watching you while you were on break and knowing what all you have gotten since this started. Your life is amazing. You are so knowledgeable and inspiring. Love this new site. ❤️
Happy Mother's Day Jess! Thank you so much for this video, your honesty, rawness and being vulnerable. Thank you for reminding us that is not only on control but He is good all the time. In your season of surrender we've been witnesses of what God has done and is doing your lives. May He bless you and your family with abundant blessings every day of your lives.
Jess...I was listening to your story while you're taking a break from YT and I was reminded of a song that meant a lot to me 9 years ago when going through a difficult time. The song is 'Tell Your Heart to Beat Again' by Danny Gokey. The story behind the song is amazing and filled with God's power of healing, mercy, and grace. Take the time to breathe and allow God to touch the places that have been hidden or protected from Him. He is the healer...it takes time but true and complete healing is His dream for you...for all of us.
This video shows how heavy things were sitting on her shoulders. Amazing to see her sweet bright face now. She looks so healthy, can't wait till she is back!
Absolutely beautiful. Unless you have received healing and had you needs met everytime you ask God for it... this touches the heart. God bless you and your family and your homestead. We are living the dream through you!
Hi Jess, we’re long time viewers, but just now watching this episode. One has to appreciate the transparency that you share. I’m 65 and had to live with pain all my life from a degenerative disc in my back, and there are days I wonder how to function. But! One thing is certain, God is Faithful! And He remains faithful to that which I have committed unto Him. Here you talk of the brokenness and the broken pieces that one tries to hide, but. Remember Paul’s shipwreck in Acts 27? He tells the captain to run the ship a ground, then tells all aboard to swim to safety, those who cannot swim, to grab a hold of the broken pieces of the ship to make it safely to shore. As leaders in our communities, we need to allow others to see our vulnerabilities at times so that they too can grab ahold of the broken pieces to make it safely a shore. You’re doing awesome! Continue in your endeavors, and God will continue to provide peace, strength, comfort, healing, wisdom and courage to lead others. B Blessed young lady.
Oh, what a Blessing this video is to my soul. To learn more about the beginnings of Roots and Refuge Farm, and learning how y'all listen to The Holy Spirit,,( because HIS Hand is All over your Dreams), it really brings to mind the song " How Great thou Are " ❤❤❤❤❤
Because maybe ur not supposed to heal ur not healing is someone else’s healing watching u struggle teaches someone that helps them way more than u right now but hang tuff GODs got this no matter the outcome ❤
God continues to work best when we face difficult situations. Your story touched me in a deep place. I have recently decided to take care of me, it's not easy but necessary. Thank you for sharing your story.
Jess, in November I had diagnostic surgery, and they took major cysts from my ovaries, and removed my tubes. My diagnosis was endometriosis. It is invasive, and upsetting. I'm sorry you're going through this. People need to allow women to share these stories. It's a lot.
I will never forget watching this the first night it released on Abundance+, because that's when I realized it was really you who DM'ed me out of the blue weeks before. Thank you, my friend, for always reminding me just how good Papa is all the time.
I always had the attitude if something medical happened to me. I don’t WHY ME I think WHY NOT ME. Other people have had so much worse. My husband of 50 years next month has watched me in pain with a worried look. He has waited for me to be out of quite a few surgeries and has always been present. Sometimes I think that’s harder than the pain. ❤❤❤
Not sure how I got to this video but you literally just described by current life. He can but why is he not??? Man that’s a struggle. Pain is so not fair but I know in my core there is a reason & that all things work together for good to them that love Him.
Invasive procedures ahead? Oh my goodness Jess I’m so sorry. I thought you were getting good results with gluten and dairy free diet? Praying for you my love ❤❤❤
What is the name of that beautiful song you chose for the intro? I can’t find it anywhere. It was absolutely perfect with your lovely heartfelt poem, both tugged at my heart strings.
❤ Jess, I don't care what channel I am watching from but when you speak your words of poetry and of God I have to say it is truly beautiful and always touches my heart and soul.
If the garden hadn't died and you had not moved in the summer, you would not have been 'at rest" to be able to see that you needed to heal yourself physically. God is good Jess; you are loved and cared for always. What a story.
I can relate. I have epilepsy. Years ago I believed God could heal me. I contacted 2 elders at my church. We fasted and prepared to come together to have them lay hands on my head and pray for me. I stopped taking my seizure medication and i had a gran mal seizure. I was devastated because i believed if i did all the right things to be healed by God. I sat in church the next Sunday and the Spirit of God washed over me and asked me, "If you have epilepsy the rest of your life, will you love me and serve me?" I wept, and I surrendered to Him. I told him, Yes. It's difficult!
Jess seeing this while you are on a break from doing ROOTS and REFUGE while Jackson graduates. It is truly a blessing to see where you and your family and farm are now.
same ❤❤ perfect timing aint it to have these come across our feed. Did you see the first episode? Made me tear up
I have watched all of your Root and Refuge videos on You Tube. You two save my life every video. I have learned so much about gardening. I am 65 and live in Northeast Texas on a sand and quarts rock quarry. I grew up in the black soil of West Virginia. I was a retail manager for 40 years. Lived all over the Great United States of America. My work ended here in Texas by owning two restaurants. I know how you feel about the green. I waited on customers all my life. I loved it. God was good in giving me so many customers. But the 15-minute lunch break and late night clean up did my body in. I have Hypertensive High Blood Pressure and I have poor vision. You two brought me the green, the comfort and solitude of growing healthy food. I am still alive today because of that. You taught me how to grow in the worst soil. That is hard to do. You two make me feel nothing is impossible to accomplish. I wish I had that knowledge back when I was training employees all my life. Thank you both so much for finally enriching my health and taking the stress away. And teaching me how a garden can really change the stresses in a person's life. I think it comes from the green and that makes us enjoy what God has given us. Thank You Two with all my heart and God Bless.
Oh Jessica, sweet Jess…God never leaves you, look closer, his kiss is in the sunrise and the sunset! His love shines on you as his gentle breeze moves through the gray of winter, his smile kisses the ground you walk on so as you look around tomorrow, read these words and reconsider the Glory of God’s love and grace, find warmth at the touch of the sunshine! Blessings my sister!!!
I am so sorry for your troubles not only not having a garden but your physical problems. I’ve loved watching your journey and this is all part of your journey. It isn’t just that God is good or not. God has given us medicine, too. Hearing the wisdom of that is a miracle too.
That poem! Wow.....what a gift you have...
Oddly enough, i was just thinking to myself yesterday that i could really use a Devotional video from Jess right now. Life has been really tough these last few months and she has been my refuge and inspiration to push forward. Also, while doing it as graceful as she does. Learning that my PCOS is in the middle of a flair up; a mass/cyst on my ovary, as well as learning I have a mass on my kidney. It's as though God is telling me its time for rest and its time to educate myself within my classroom i have available to me. Jess, you are a fantastic leader/teacher (even if it is not your 'intention') and I would like to thank you for your vulnerability, humility and grace. Just thank you! 💛🙏
Oh, Jess. Yes, God is always good. Never doubt that. I'm praying 🙏 for you, dear child. Amen
O Jess. Do you realize how wonderful you are? You are one of the greatest human beings I know. I needed this so much. I miss you but I am so glad that you can take some time for yourself. I'm not crying you're crying...love you and your family so so much. 💗
This was a big eye opener Jess . We love you . I’ve been going through some stuff the past 3 years . And I decided I’m going forward n not lookin back at the very thing I’m going through . I have given it all to God. And I feel our Lord is helping me and you to my dear . You keep making me go forward thank you . With all my heart . I bless you 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Jess shares her heart & life with others in an honest way that makes her a close friend through the internet. She shows possibilities that we can all obtain with hard work & passion ❤
This is so beautiful ❤ I really needed this today. Hearing you talk about the beauties and struggles really gave me encouragement to keep going in my little homesteading journey. Thank you ❤️
This whole episode was beautiful and wonderful. What a Blessing.🌹🥀💕💪🌱🌻
Please keep pushing to find out what you need to heal and get better. I waited too long and now I'm facing Stage 3C mullerian endometroid ovarian cancer and clear cell ovarian carcinoma. Your family needs you. Definitely keep your appts. I strive to keep myself positive and active and maintain a clean healthy diet and exercise. You have an awesome support system around you. Take care❤
Loved watching you while you were on break and knowing what all you have gotten since this started. Your life is amazing. You are so knowledgeable and inspiring. Love this new site. ❤️
I loved this! Jess, you have one of the most beautiful smiles I've ever seen. You warm this old lady's heart. Keep doing what you do best. Blessings.
Happy Mother's Day Jess! Thank you so much for this video, your honesty, rawness and being vulnerable. Thank you for reminding us that is not only on control but He is good all the time.
In your season of surrender we've been witnesses of what God has done and is doing your lives. May He bless you and your family with abundant blessings every day of your lives.
That opening poem was beautiful ❤
Jess...I was listening to your story while you're taking a break from YT and I was reminded of a song that meant a lot to me 9 years ago when going through a difficult time. The song is 'Tell Your Heart to Beat Again' by Danny Gokey. The story behind the song is amazing and filled with God's power of healing, mercy, and grace. Take the time to breathe and allow God to touch the places that have been hidden or protected from Him. He is the healer...it takes time but true and complete healing is His dream for you...for all of us.
It’s amazing to see how God has healed you! Love you Jess!
This video shows how heavy things were sitting on her shoulders. Amazing to see her sweet bright face now. She looks so healthy, can't wait till she is back!
@@robynearl yes totally! I am truly delighted to see her thriving and feeling better!
Wow you guys have come such a long way in a relatively short amount of time!
Oh my Jess, you are a gift 💝❤💝♥️💝♥️
God is so good ❤
Absolutely beautiful. Unless you have received healing and had you needs met everytime you ask God for it... this touches the heart. God bless you and your family and your homestead. We are living the dream through you!
Hi Jess, we’re long time viewers, but just now watching this episode.
One has to appreciate the transparency that you share.
I’m 65 and had to live with pain all my life from a degenerative disc in my back, and there are days I wonder how to function. But! One thing is certain, God is Faithful! And He remains faithful to that which I have committed unto Him.
Here you talk of the brokenness and the broken pieces that one tries to hide, but. Remember Paul’s shipwreck in Acts 27? He tells the captain to run the ship a ground, then tells all aboard to swim to safety, those who cannot swim, to grab a hold of the broken pieces of the ship to make it safely to shore.
As leaders in our communities, we need to allow others to see our vulnerabilities at times so that they too can grab ahold of the broken pieces to make it safely a shore.
You’re doing awesome! Continue in your endeavors, and God will continue to provide peace, strength, comfort, healing, wisdom and courage to lead others.
B Blessed young lady.
Oh, what a Blessing this video is to my soul. To learn more about the beginnings of Roots and Refuge Farm, and learning how y'all listen to The Holy Spirit,,( because HIS Hand is All over your Dreams), it really brings to mind the song " How Great thou Are " ❤❤❤❤❤
Wow Jess...incredibly moving and so full of truth ❤
Such a beautiful person. Rare.
❤ this just fills my heart
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY Jess from Wendy Bertie a viewer in TORONTO ONTARIO CANADA. Love this can't wait for you to come back your much needed break
Because maybe ur not supposed to heal ur not healing is someone else’s healing watching u struggle teaches someone that helps them way more than u right now but hang tuff GODs got this no matter the outcome ❤
I loved this Jess. I felt it deep in my soul
God is good. So blessed to have found your channel. Love to you and your family
I love you,Jess!💞
Thank you for sharing 🍅🍅🌸🌸🪻🪻🥰🥰
Sweet Mia did such a good job too..great film guys❤
Beautiful Jess
God continues to work best when we face difficult situations. Your story touched me in a deep place. I have recently decided to take care of me, it's not easy but necessary. Thank you for sharing your story.
Jess, in November I had diagnostic surgery, and they took major cysts from my ovaries, and removed my tubes. My diagnosis was endometriosis. It is invasive, and upsetting. I'm sorry you're going through this. People need to allow women to share these stories. It's a lot.
God is love he loved us frist.
Beautiful
I wish I had a community like yours!
I will never forget watching this the first night it released on Abundance+, because that's when I realized it was really you who DM'ed me out of the blue weeks before. Thank you, my friend, for always reminding me just how good Papa is all the time.
I always had the attitude if something medical happened to me. I don’t WHY ME I think WHY NOT ME. Other people have had so much worse. My husband of 50 years next month has watched me in pain with a worried look. He has waited for me to be out of quite a few surgeries and has always been present. Sometimes I think that’s harder than the pain. ❤❤❤
Hi.... Thanks you for showing your video homestead beautiful great good job BYE 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋👍👍👍
Beautiful 😢
wow i Love this, first time seeing it...
Not sure how I got to this video but you literally just described by current life. He can but why is he not??? Man that’s a struggle. Pain is so not fair but I know in my core there is a reason & that all things work together for good to them that love Him.
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Mia is such an amazing partner!
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Invasive procedures ahead? Oh my goodness Jess I’m so sorry. I thought you were getting good results with gluten and dairy free diet? Praying for you my love ❤❤❤
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Beautiful intro
Love you
Get a greenhouse for winter 💙 even in a small area
Great recap. I miss you guys but I am hoping you are having a fantastic family time. 🫂❤🎉
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I can hear the episode better on Cell phone. The music is louder on TV. So that means the voice is to low to hear what’s being said.
closed captions are your friend.
What is the name of that beautiful song you chose for the intro? I can’t find it anywhere. It was absolutely perfect with your lovely heartfelt poem, both tugged at my heart strings.
Jess, did you write the beginning of this video??
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How strong you are Jess to remember in the darkness God's truth and to fully claim your path forward. 🩷🩷🩷
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