Thank you, Carla.
I have made a few different Bible and Christian-based spreads but have not shared them as they are pretty specific to people who know/care about certain scriptures or doctrines. But this one seems suitable for all.
I created (and performed) this spread on the eve of an obstacle I had to face, in which the other elements were wild cards/unknowns and beyond my control. To generate the Bible verse for this spread, I plucked a card from a deck of Bible verse cards I have. But it was a let-down, neither strengthening nor comforting, which were the themes I was interested in. Second card, similarly "meh." Third card the same. Finally, I picked up the deck and purposefully flipped through it until I found a verse I could live with.
It's from the "Put on the Armor of God" passage but it's lesser known I think than the first verse of that passage.
The reading I did was very useful, illuminating, strengthening--all the things I'd wish. But I wonder how much of it has to do with the spread and how much with the fact I used the deck that is most meaningful to me, the one that always "speaks" powerfully to me?
I got the 6 of Coins (illustrated in the "generosity" line of meanings) and it felt good to see it there in the "After the Fire" position.
And whaddya know? I just learned that what I feared did not come true and that the outcome was favorable to me--largely due to the tolerant attitude--yes, I suppose you could say the generosity- of the person in charge.
I will be using this spread for coming obstacles (of which there are quite a few) and hope it helps others.
