But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness & respect, (1 Peter 3:15 NIV)
Todays world is in desperate need of hope. Too often we look to athletes, celebrities, politicians, & political parties as our hope. Those people even with their best efforts will let us down & should not be where our hope lies. But if Jesus Christ is Lord of our lives, we have hope. Not only hope but hope that does not fail. Since we have that hope, we should go through life looking like we know that Hope. When the rest of the world is worried about the economy, world situations, sickness, etc., we need to know that our God is not dependent on what is going on with those things. He is Lord of all. If we face life victoriously, others will wonder why we aren't stressed about the things that bother them. That is when we have the opportunity to share about our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. Share your hope with them. Do it with love & respect. The world is looking for hope & its up to us to show them where our hope comes from. Its up to us to show them how we can have hope in hopeless situations. Jesus Christ is our hope. He died on the cross & was raised again so that we could have that hope. Remember, our Hope never fails.
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Sunday, January 26, 2014
Word or Deed
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. (Col. 3:17 NIV)
If we lived by this verse how would it change our words toward each other, our activities during the day, & what we saw as important. If before we spoke (or typed) we thought about whether or not God was being glorified by our words, would we speak (or type) differently? If how we acted towards others was done because it brought glory to God, would we act differently towards others? Far too often we think we have a right to act or speak in a certain way but is it pleasing to God? Could something so small as changing how we speak & act towards others, really make a huge difference in our relationships or even the world? We are to bring glory to God in all we do. And we are to give thanks to the Father through Christ. Have you ever tried to complain while giving thanks to God, its actually pretty difficult. Once you actually start thinking of all the things that God has given you, the complaints become less & less because you see how many blessings you have to be thankful for. Try it today. Make a list of all the things you can think of to be thankful for (even the ones you take for granted each day). Im going to guess you will make quite a list>
If we lived by this verse how would it change our words toward each other, our activities during the day, & what we saw as important. If before we spoke (or typed) we thought about whether or not God was being glorified by our words, would we speak (or type) differently? If how we acted towards others was done because it brought glory to God, would we act differently towards others? Far too often we think we have a right to act or speak in a certain way but is it pleasing to God? Could something so small as changing how we speak & act towards others, really make a huge difference in our relationships or even the world? We are to bring glory to God in all we do. And we are to give thanks to the Father through Christ. Have you ever tried to complain while giving thanks to God, its actually pretty difficult. Once you actually start thinking of all the things that God has given you, the complaints become less & less because you see how many blessings you have to be thankful for. Try it today. Make a list of all the things you can think of to be thankful for (even the ones you take for granted each day). Im going to guess you will make quite a list>
Friday, January 24, 2014
Its Not Me
I have been crucified with Christ & I no longer live but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, Who loved me & gave Himself for me. (Gal. 2:20 NIV)
When we choose to make Jesus Christ our Lord & Savior, our life is turned over to Him. Our desires are not our own anymore but we seek Gods desires for our life. We have surrendered our will to His. That probably not a real popular thought for many today because the world wants to tell us that we should be able to do what we want. They ask us why we would want to give up control of "our" lives. It is because of the second part of this verse. We do so because of our faith in the Son of God. We know we can do all things through Christ. We know He works out all things for our good. We know He makes our crooked places straight. When we cant see the right way or how something can work out, He knows exactly what we need to do. So you see its really an easy decision. We do so because we trust Who we have surrendered our lives to. If you will make that decision today, it will be a decision you will never regret. He loved you enough to give His life for you. If He loves you that much I think its alright to trust Him with the rest of your life.
When we choose to make Jesus Christ our Lord & Savior, our life is turned over to Him. Our desires are not our own anymore but we seek Gods desires for our life. We have surrendered our will to His. That probably not a real popular thought for many today because the world wants to tell us that we should be able to do what we want. They ask us why we would want to give up control of "our" lives. It is because of the second part of this verse. We do so because of our faith in the Son of God. We know we can do all things through Christ. We know He works out all things for our good. We know He makes our crooked places straight. When we cant see the right way or how something can work out, He knows exactly what we need to do. So you see its really an easy decision. We do so because we trust Who we have surrendered our lives to. If you will make that decision today, it will be a decision you will never regret. He loved you enough to give His life for you. If He loves you that much I think its alright to trust Him with the rest of your life.
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
No Greater Joy
I have no greater joy than than to hear that my children are walking in the truth. (3 John :4 NIV)
What a true statement. Whether it is your actual children or ones you have helped to know Christ. To know that they are growing in a relationship with Christ & growing in the knowledge of His word. There is not a better investment of time than to teach your kids about Christ. Too often people spend time teaching their kids things that will have no eternal value & yet wont take time to teach them about Almighty God. Those other things are important but on Judgement Day, they will all be worthless. Growing up today, kids need a firm foundation in Gods word to deal with the struggles & false teachings that they will come against. Living that example before them will produce such great rewards. If you are walking in the truth & showing them that Christ is a priority to you then it helps to make Him important to them as well. what greater comfort could you have but to know that all is well with your childs soul. If you have that assurance you know what Im talking about. If you don't, theres no better time than the now to start.
What a true statement. Whether it is your actual children or ones you have helped to know Christ. To know that they are growing in a relationship with Christ & growing in the knowledge of His word. There is not a better investment of time than to teach your kids about Christ. Too often people spend time teaching their kids things that will have no eternal value & yet wont take time to teach them about Almighty God. Those other things are important but on Judgement Day, they will all be worthless. Growing up today, kids need a firm foundation in Gods word to deal with the struggles & false teachings that they will come against. Living that example before them will produce such great rewards. If you are walking in the truth & showing them that Christ is a priority to you then it helps to make Him important to them as well. what greater comfort could you have but to know that all is well with your childs soul. If you have that assurance you know what Im talking about. If you don't, theres no better time than the now to start.
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Not By Sight
Now faith is being sure of what we hope for & certain of what we do not see.(Heb. 11:1 NIV)
In life we tend to get so caught up in what we can see. We can see the circumstances around us. We can see the financial report. We can see the medical report. We can see the troubled relationship. This verse tells us to look past what we see to what God is doing. He is working on our behalf, making a way where there is no way. Hes bringing rain in the dessert. As "impossible" situations come against us, we need to start seeing through Gods eyes. We might not be able to see the way but He does. This year if youre wanting to turn things around, start using your eyes of faith. God says to call the things that aren't as if they are. Start meditating about that situation the way God sees it. Start speaking that situations as God sees it. Quit speaking words of defeat & change the station to words of victory. Know that nothing is impossible with God. If someone tries to tell you something is impossible, tell them that God has it under control. They may look at you funny but imagine their look when God does the impossible. Start believing in a God Who can do the impossible because that is Who we serve. Don't pay attention to the nay sayers because it only matters what God says. He has big things in store for those who believe!
In life we tend to get so caught up in what we can see. We can see the circumstances around us. We can see the financial report. We can see the medical report. We can see the troubled relationship. This verse tells us to look past what we see to what God is doing. He is working on our behalf, making a way where there is no way. Hes bringing rain in the dessert. As "impossible" situations come against us, we need to start seeing through Gods eyes. We might not be able to see the way but He does. This year if youre wanting to turn things around, start using your eyes of faith. God says to call the things that aren't as if they are. Start meditating about that situation the way God sees it. Start speaking that situations as God sees it. Quit speaking words of defeat & change the station to words of victory. Know that nothing is impossible with God. If someone tries to tell you something is impossible, tell them that God has it under control. They may look at you funny but imagine their look when God does the impossible. Start believing in a God Who can do the impossible because that is Who we serve. Don't pay attention to the nay sayers because it only matters what God says. He has big things in store for those who believe!
Monday, January 20, 2014
Set Free
And you will know the truth, & the truth will set you free." (John 8:32 NLT)
A relationship with Jesus Christ is the key to freedom. He came to earth to die on the cross for our sins & rise again so that we could be free. He took our sins upon Himself on that cross so that we would not be bound by them any longer. All we have to do is accept Him & the gift He has made available to us. He set us free from anything that is holding us back from having a closer relationship with Him. He wants us to live in freedom. What are you letting hold you back? What has Christ freed you from that you are still holding on to? What is keeping you from Gods best? Is it an addiction? Maybe its the past. Maybe your letting a sickness, debt, or fear keep you shackled. Don't fight the battle in your own strength. Fight the battle with the truth which is what God says about your situation. Get in Gods word & see what He has to say. Spend time praying & listening to God & see what He tells you. His word is truth. Truth can overcome circumstances every time. Don't live another day or second living in anything less than what God has promised you. Anything other than what God says is just noise. Don't be distracted.
A relationship with Jesus Christ is the key to freedom. He came to earth to die on the cross for our sins & rise again so that we could be free. He took our sins upon Himself on that cross so that we would not be bound by them any longer. All we have to do is accept Him & the gift He has made available to us. He set us free from anything that is holding us back from having a closer relationship with Him. He wants us to live in freedom. What are you letting hold you back? What has Christ freed you from that you are still holding on to? What is keeping you from Gods best? Is it an addiction? Maybe its the past. Maybe your letting a sickness, debt, or fear keep you shackled. Don't fight the battle in your own strength. Fight the battle with the truth which is what God says about your situation. Get in Gods word & see what He has to say. Spend time praying & listening to God & see what He tells you. His word is truth. Truth can overcome circumstances every time. Don't live another day or second living in anything less than what God has promised you. Anything other than what God says is just noise. Don't be distracted.
Sunday, January 19, 2014
We Can't Fathom
Great is the Lord & most worthy of praise; His greatness no one can fathom. (Ps. 145:3 NIV)
Sometimes I think we have lost sight of Gods power. We think things are just too big, can never change, or that God just isn't concerned. God is still great & He is still on the throne. He still is a God of miracles. We cant even imagine the power of Almighty God. We tend to pray help me get by prayers because we think that we don't want to ask for too much. If we can think it, we are not even scratching the surface of what God can do. He can take impossible situations & make them not only possible but make them happen. We need to start really believing in a big God. If we want God to move big, we have to start believing big. Praise Him, believe in Him & ask Him to move in new & mighty ways. Ask Him to use you & work through you. If youre in need of a need met, healing, or restoration & you don't see how it could happen, remember that we cant fathom the greatness of God. He is enough.
Sometimes I think we have lost sight of Gods power. We think things are just too big, can never change, or that God just isn't concerned. God is still great & He is still on the throne. He still is a God of miracles. We cant even imagine the power of Almighty God. We tend to pray help me get by prayers because we think that we don't want to ask for too much. If we can think it, we are not even scratching the surface of what God can do. He can take impossible situations & make them not only possible but make them happen. We need to start really believing in a big God. If we want God to move big, we have to start believing big. Praise Him, believe in Him & ask Him to move in new & mighty ways. Ask Him to use you & work through you. If youre in need of a need met, healing, or restoration & you don't see how it could happen, remember that we cant fathom the greatness of God. He is enough.
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Its FromGod
Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God. (2 Cor. 3:5 NIV)
Has God ever asked you to do something that you thought was just too big for you? You thought there was no way that you could ever do that. Here is the message for today. Quit relying on you. Without God, we cant do anything. With God, we can do all things. People will tell you that you cant possibly do that, youre just dreaming. They might even laugh at you for suggesting that you could do something that big. They would be right if we were relying on our own power. But as Christians we rely on God to give us the ability. His power has no limits. If God moves through us there is nothing that we are not equipped to do. If God has placed something on your heart to do, don't let anyone discourage you from that. If they try to tell you that you cant, tell them its alright, God can. It all comes from God anyway. God gives you things to do that are bigger than you so that you will rely on Him. So if you start feeling like youre too weak, small or inadequate to do something remember its not from you, its from God.
Has God ever asked you to do something that you thought was just too big for you? You thought there was no way that you could ever do that. Here is the message for today. Quit relying on you. Without God, we cant do anything. With God, we can do all things. People will tell you that you cant possibly do that, youre just dreaming. They might even laugh at you for suggesting that you could do something that big. They would be right if we were relying on our own power. But as Christians we rely on God to give us the ability. His power has no limits. If God moves through us there is nothing that we are not equipped to do. If God has placed something on your heart to do, don't let anyone discourage you from that. If they try to tell you that you cant, tell them its alright, God can. It all comes from God anyway. God gives you things to do that are bigger than you so that you will rely on Him. So if you start feeling like youre too weak, small or inadequate to do something remember its not from you, its from God.
Monday, January 13, 2014
Show Me
O Lord, You have searched me & you know me. (Ps. 139:1 NIV)
Every once in a while, I think its a good idea to ask God to show you where you might need some improvement. After all He knows you better than you do. He created you, He knows your thoughts, & He knows where He is leading you. In our lives , sometimes we don't se what in our life is holding us back from Gods best. If God will reveal those things to us & we will follow His leading in getting rid of it, we can keep growing more like Him. That is our ultimate goal. Ask Him to reveal things that are not pleasing to Him. He will reveal these things to us but we have to be willing to let Him have it. And not only that but we need Him to fill that spot with more of Him. Are you willing to be transparent with God? He knows it anyway. Are you willing to let go og things that are holding you back? You don't need the extra baggage. God has great things for those who put Him first & who want to get rid of anything that is holding them back from a closer relationship with Him. Are you ready for Gods best? Let Him have it & let Him give you something better.
Every once in a while, I think its a good idea to ask God to show you where you might need some improvement. After all He knows you better than you do. He created you, He knows your thoughts, & He knows where He is leading you. In our lives , sometimes we don't se what in our life is holding us back from Gods best. If God will reveal those things to us & we will follow His leading in getting rid of it, we can keep growing more like Him. That is our ultimate goal. Ask Him to reveal things that are not pleasing to Him. He will reveal these things to us but we have to be willing to let Him have it. And not only that but we need Him to fill that spot with more of Him. Are you willing to be transparent with God? He knows it anyway. Are you willing to let go og things that are holding you back? You don't need the extra baggage. God has great things for those who put Him first & who want to get rid of anything that is holding them back from a closer relationship with Him. Are you ready for Gods best? Let Him have it & let Him give you something better.
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Done Deal
being fully persuaded that God had power to do what He had promised. (Rom. 4:21 NIV)
Have we lost sight of Gods power? Do we fail to believe the promises that God has given us. Or maybe we just think that those promises are not meant for us. If God has promised it to us it is a done deal. The only thing we have to do is be obedient & claim the promises that He has so freely given. We need to remember the power of Almighty God. He is Jehovah Rapha our Healer. He is Jehovah Jireh our Provider. God doesn't speak in possibilities, He speaks in it has already happened. Our problem is we don't take advantage of the power that God has made available to us. Get a bigger vision of God. We often think too small. We serve a big God who is faithful to keep His promises. The key to this verse is being fully persuaded. Not He might do it, He could do it, or I hope He does it but "I am fully persuaded God is going to do what He promised." What God can do with a faith like that. How about we find out!
Have we lost sight of Gods power? Do we fail to believe the promises that God has given us. Or maybe we just think that those promises are not meant for us. If God has promised it to us it is a done deal. The only thing we have to do is be obedient & claim the promises that He has so freely given. We need to remember the power of Almighty God. He is Jehovah Rapha our Healer. He is Jehovah Jireh our Provider. God doesn't speak in possibilities, He speaks in it has already happened. Our problem is we don't take advantage of the power that God has made available to us. Get a bigger vision of God. We often think too small. We serve a big God who is faithful to keep His promises. The key to this verse is being fully persuaded. Not He might do it, He could do it, or I hope He does it but "I am fully persuaded God is going to do what He promised." What God can do with a faith like that. How about we find out!
Friday, January 10, 2014
Have Confidence
Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy & find grace to help us in our time of need. (Heb. 4:16 NIV)
When we speak to God, how do we approach Him? Do we come before Him not wanting to ask Him for too much? Maybe we think that we are bothering Him. Now I want you to understand that I believe we should approach Him with all reverence& humility but I don't think He wants us to approach Him doubting He can do what Hes promised. I want my kids to respect me but still knowing that I will help them with everything in my power & knowing that I love them. If I want to do that for them, how much more does Almighty God want that for us. Christ said to let the little children come unto Me. If we have made Jesus Lord of our life, that's who we are to God, His children. Go to Him. Believe in Him. Trust Him. Climb up in His lap & say "Daddy, I love you & I need your help". That's exactly what Hes waiting for. Approach with confidence. Confidence that He is who He says He is, He can do what He says He can do, & He loves you.
When we speak to God, how do we approach Him? Do we come before Him not wanting to ask Him for too much? Maybe we think that we are bothering Him. Now I want you to understand that I believe we should approach Him with all reverence& humility but I don't think He wants us to approach Him doubting He can do what Hes promised. I want my kids to respect me but still knowing that I will help them with everything in my power & knowing that I love them. If I want to do that for them, how much more does Almighty God want that for us. Christ said to let the little children come unto Me. If we have made Jesus Lord of our life, that's who we are to God, His children. Go to Him. Believe in Him. Trust Him. Climb up in His lap & say "Daddy, I love you & I need your help". That's exactly what Hes waiting for. Approach with confidence. Confidence that He is who He says He is, He can do what He says He can do, & He loves you.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Be Rooted
So then just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in Him, rooted & built up in Him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, & overflowing with thankfulness. (Col. 2:6&7 NIV)
To live in Christ you have to have a strong foundation or root system. That comes from time spent in Gods word, time in prayer, time in a bible based church with other believers to help you grow & support you. At this time in history it is as important as ever to know what you believe. There are different messages coming from all over saying that their way is good. They're trying to tell you that there are a lot of ways to heaven. That's not what Gods word says. You haver one rooted in Gods word.you have to be able to draw on your faith in the most High God when your strength is running low. There will be times when you feel like you want to give up & that's when you have to know that Gods strength is sufficient. That will be where thankfulness will come from because you know that God will deliver you & bring you out stronger. But it all comes from your root system. Water it, feed it, & let it grow stronger from the blowing winds. Be rooted!
To live in Christ you have to have a strong foundation or root system. That comes from time spent in Gods word, time in prayer, time in a bible based church with other believers to help you grow & support you. At this time in history it is as important as ever to know what you believe. There are different messages coming from all over saying that their way is good. They're trying to tell you that there are a lot of ways to heaven. That's not what Gods word says. You haver one rooted in Gods word.you have to be able to draw on your faith in the most High God when your strength is running low. There will be times when you feel like you want to give up & that's when you have to know that Gods strength is sufficient. That will be where thankfulness will come from because you know that God will deliver you & bring you out stronger. But it all comes from your root system. Water it, feed it, & let it grow stronger from the blowing winds. Be rooted!
Monday, January 6, 2014
Just Like Us
Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, & it did not rain on the land for three & a half years. Again he prayed, & thug heavens gave rain & the earth produced it's crops. (James 5: 17 NIV)
We read about people in the bible like Elijah, Paul, Peter, David, Abraham & the list goes on & on. We see the great things that happened in their life & I think we somehow think they were some kind of superhero. Even today you might think that about Billy Graham & others. The bible says here that they were men "just like us". The thing these people had was that they surrendered their lives to God, had faith in Him as God,& they didn't doubt. However, that same God that did those things through them & that same God who answered their prayers, is still alive, working, & still has powerful as He was then. If we want to see those types of things happen today & we want to see God do great things through us, then we need to surrender ourselves to Almighty God & believe God to do what He promises. We need to spend more time listening to God so that we can better follow Him. Those people could have said they were too small to do big things but instead they said God was too big to fail. It's time to believe that again today!
We read about people in the bible like Elijah, Paul, Peter, David, Abraham & the list goes on & on. We see the great things that happened in their life & I think we somehow think they were some kind of superhero. Even today you might think that about Billy Graham & others. The bible says here that they were men "just like us". The thing these people had was that they surrendered their lives to God, had faith in Him as God,& they didn't doubt. However, that same God that did those things through them & that same God who answered their prayers, is still alive, working, & still has powerful as He was then. If we want to see those types of things happen today & we want to see God do great things through us, then we need to surrender ourselves to Almighty God & believe God to do what He promises. We need to spend more time listening to God so that we can better follow Him. Those people could have said they were too small to do big things but instead they said God was too big to fail. It's time to believe that again today!
Sunday, January 5, 2014
More
Wake up! Strengthen what little remains, for even what is left is almost dead. I find that your actions do not meet the requirements of my God. (Rev. 3:2 NLT)
This was a letter to the church in Sardis. This is not anything that a church would want to hear. I do think today though that God is crying out tithe burch to wake up. It's time for more. God wants more from His church than singing a few songs, taking an offering, having a sermon, & maybe a Sunday school class or bible study. God wants more than a "fellowship" meal & the newest program to hit the bookstore. God wants more than excuses from the church about why we're not reaching more people. Please don't misunderstand me. I have grown up in the church my whole life & I love the church. I know many real deal Christians & many real deal churches. But we're called to he nothing less than our best for God. We're called to follow His leading above all. We're called to reach out to the people who are not in the church building. We are to present His message just as He has given it to us. We are called to do more. God has told us to work until He returns, not to go through the motions until He returns. I believe God wants to do a mighty work through His church. Are we available for Him to do that? Are we more than lip service? We are asked to serve "the least of these". We need a passion for Christ & doing His work. So let's not settle for good when God wants more.
This was a letter to the church in Sardis. This is not anything that a church would want to hear. I do think today though that God is crying out tithe burch to wake up. It's time for more. God wants more from His church than singing a few songs, taking an offering, having a sermon, & maybe a Sunday school class or bible study. God wants more than a "fellowship" meal & the newest program to hit the bookstore. God wants more than excuses from the church about why we're not reaching more people. Please don't misunderstand me. I have grown up in the church my whole life & I love the church. I know many real deal Christians & many real deal churches. But we're called to he nothing less than our best for God. We're called to follow His leading above all. We're called to reach out to the people who are not in the church building. We are to present His message just as He has given it to us. We are called to do more. God has told us to work until He returns, not to go through the motions until He returns. I believe God wants to do a mighty work through His church. Are we available for Him to do that? Are we more than lip service? We are asked to serve "the least of these". We need a passion for Christ & doing His work. So let's not settle for good when God wants more.
Saturday, January 4, 2014
What change
If we claim to have fellowship with Him yet walk in the darkness, we lie & do not live by the truth. (1 John 1: 6 NIV)
No more straddling the fence, having your cake & eating it too, or playing both sides. When you make a decision for Christ, there should be a difference in your life. There should be a change. It should change your heart which in turn should reflect in your actions. You see it's not doing it because you have to, it's doing it because you want to. You want to be more like Him. He's your Lord & Savior so you want to please Him. You want to know Him more. If you have truly made Christ your Lord & Savior, you cannot stay the same. He will change you. He frowns upon lukewarm. He doesn't want you to stay on baby food. He wants you to be everything He created you to be. So I ask you has He made a change in your life? Can others see a difference? Do they want what you have? Ask Him to change you. Ask Him to make you more like Him. He will do things through you that you cannot even imagine. Gigot in Gods word. Get active in a church &/or bible study. Spend time in prayer. Surrender yourself to Christ. Live the truth.
No more straddling the fence, having your cake & eating it too, or playing both sides. When you make a decision for Christ, there should be a difference in your life. There should be a change. It should change your heart which in turn should reflect in your actions. You see it's not doing it because you have to, it's doing it because you want to. You want to be more like Him. He's your Lord & Savior so you want to please Him. You want to know Him more. If you have truly made Christ your Lord & Savior, you cannot stay the same. He will change you. He frowns upon lukewarm. He doesn't want you to stay on baby food. He wants you to be everything He created you to be. So I ask you has He made a change in your life? Can others see a difference? Do they want what you have? Ask Him to change you. Ask Him to make you more like Him. He will do things through you that you cannot even imagine. Gigot in Gods word. Get active in a church &/or bible study. Spend time in prayer. Surrender yourself to Christ. Live the truth.
Friday, January 3, 2014
Unsettled
See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? (Is. 43:19 NIV)
I don't know about you but every once in a while you just feel unsettled. I have felt that way lately & it feels kind of like a stirring from God. It's an excitement, anticipation, & a feeling of expectancy. It's that feeling of God getting ready to do a new thing. I believe God still does new things, things that we haven't seen before. I believe we are getting ready to see that. I believe God is getting ready to do a new thing in my life but I also believe God is getting ready to do a new thing in the church & the world. I believe His Spirit has begun to move & stir people to do His work in a way that we haven't seen. I think it has been bubbling for some time & now I think we are getting ready to see the results. I'm excited. I hope you are. I hope you are expecting it & I hope you are going to be a part of it. God has a work for you to do. He has a work for all of us to do. Keep praying. Keep seeking & keep working. God is ready to do a new thing!
I don't know about you but every once in a while you just feel unsettled. I have felt that way lately & it feels kind of like a stirring from God. It's an excitement, anticipation, & a feeling of expectancy. It's that feeling of God getting ready to do a new thing. I believe God still does new things, things that we haven't seen before. I believe we are getting ready to see that. I believe God is getting ready to do a new thing in my life but I also believe God is getting ready to do a new thing in the church & the world. I believe His Spirit has begun to move & stir people to do His work in a way that we haven't seen. I think it has been bubbling for some time & now I think we are getting ready to see the results. I'm excited. I hope you are. I hope you are expecting it & I hope you are going to be a part of it. God has a work for you to do. He has a work for all of us to do. Keep praying. Keep seeking & keep working. God is ready to do a new thing!
Thursday, January 2, 2014
New Batch for Today
Great is His faithfulness; His mercies begin afresh each morning (Lam. 3:23 NLT)
What a great comfort. We haven't used up all of Gods mercies. He has a fresh batch just for our needs each morning. No matter how we fail, come up short, or struggles we deal with, God pours out new mercies on us each day. He won't run out. Take a minute & picture Gods mercies pouring out on you. Picture reaching your hands toward heaven & feeling the rain of his mercies falling on you. Let it refresh you. Let it cleanse you of all the junk that you collect each day. We serve a faithful God with a never ending supply of mercy. He loves you & He has good plans for you. Rely on His supply of mercy to give you the strength you need for today. He has plenty to spare.
What a great comfort. We haven't used up all of Gods mercies. He has a fresh batch just for our needs each morning. No matter how we fail, come up short, or struggles we deal with, God pours out new mercies on us each day. He won't run out. Take a minute & picture Gods mercies pouring out on you. Picture reaching your hands toward heaven & feeling the rain of his mercies falling on you. Let it refresh you. Let it cleanse you of all the junk that you collect each day. We serve a faithful God with a never ending supply of mercy. He loves you & He has good plans for you. Rely on His supply of mercy to give you the strength you need for today. He has plenty to spare.
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Through Me
Jesus answered, " I am the way & the truth & the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (John 14:6 NIV)
As I write this blog, first & foremost my concern is speaking what I feel God has laid upon my heart. I feel that if I had something that I truly believed someone needed to help them out with something & didn't offer it to them, that would be horrible of me. Having said that, I believe the most important thing someone needs is to be able to spend eternity with Jesus Christ. This verse says that the way to do that is to go through Jesus Christ. He loves you. He came to save you. He is also the truth. He didn't say He was politically correct, but He did say He was the truth. His word is truth. You can trust it, follow it, & rely on it. And making Him Lord of your life brings life here on earth as well as eternal life. Ask Him for forgiveness of your sins. Believe in Him as the Son of God & make Him Lord of your life. You can take care of that anytime, anywhere. It will be the best decision you will ever make.
As I write this blog, first & foremost my concern is speaking what I feel God has laid upon my heart. I feel that if I had something that I truly believed someone needed to help them out with something & didn't offer it to them, that would be horrible of me. Having said that, I believe the most important thing someone needs is to be able to spend eternity with Jesus Christ. This verse says that the way to do that is to go through Jesus Christ. He loves you. He came to save you. He is also the truth. He didn't say He was politically correct, but He did say He was the truth. His word is truth. You can trust it, follow it, & rely on it. And making Him Lord of your life brings life here on earth as well as eternal life. Ask Him for forgiveness of your sins. Believe in Him as the Son of God & make Him Lord of your life. You can take care of that anytime, anywhere. It will be the best decision you will ever make.
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