In times of uncertainty
November 9, 2009 at 2:16 pm | In hope, scripture | Leave a CommentTags: despite, Hebrews 13:5, knowing, peace, times of trouble
“He will never leave you nor forsake you” Hebrews 13:5
Now that’s a GOOD WORD!! Knowing that in times of trouble, chaos, disorder and stress in our relationships, in our country and around the world, GOD is always with His children. KNOWING is the key word here. KNOWING God is with us always and no matter what is very comforting for me. KNOWING is the foundation of our faith and KNOWING gives me peace internally no matter what is going on around me, in spite of my surroundings or situations.
Lord, may we KNOW that you are always with us everyday of our lives as we ought. Amen.
Salvation
November 3, 2009 at 11:18 am | In salvation | Leave a CommentTags: death on a cross, Jesus, salvation, ultimate price, ultimate sacrifice
“No man cometh unto the Father, but by me” John 14:6
Thank you Lord, that through your son Jesus, we have our salvation that is unwavering and permanent. That our salvation is not built on man, earth or superstition, but built on your son Jesus and the ultimate price He paid for our lives, death on a cross. Thank you that our salvation is built on your work and not on our own or anything we could ever do that could ‘buy’ us salvation. It is a free gift from you that if we believe we will have eternal life.
Thank you Lord Jesus for our salvation that you gave us by making the ultimate sacrifice. Amen.
Holiday post
October 29, 2009 at 12:48 pm | In Holidays | Leave a CommentTags: Bread of Life Church, christian, Colossians 3:14, Costume, Dusty Kemp, halloween, holiday
I super-duper like this post given by Dusty Kemp who is the Pastor at Bread of Life Church in NW Houston. Here is what he has to say about the Saturday event known as Holloween:
WHAT ARE YOU GOING AS?
Well, it’s that time again. October 31st brings the galactic alignment of three events in my life this year. It is the thirtieth anniversary of Bread of Life/New Life Church and Daylight Saving Time ends. And, as you all know, it is the night for some (who aren’t super-holy like you and me) to dress-up their children in clothes they would normally never wear, to visit neighbors they have never spoken to and strangers with unknown backgrounds, and threaten them for candy that they usually forbid their kids to eat. Wow I love holidays!
In late October, it seems like everyone wanting to make small talk, likes to ask you, “What are you going as?” They don’t bother to tell you where you are supposed to be going. But just to be on the safe side, I decided I’d better be ready to “go as something”, just in case. I have decided to dress-up as a Christian.
Hmmm. Now what would one of those look like? Do you know? Do you have a costume for one? I hope not. Costume is defined as “a set of clothes worn by an actor or someone attempting to masquerade.” If our Christian living is just an act, or a masquerade in which we are hiding what we really are, well, that’s hypocrisy.
Okay, let’s get dressed. First, we have to put on love.a It’s the greatest of all of the commandments. If we walk in love, all that God requires of man is fulfilled.b Oh, and we must become like children. Jesus said that we wouldn’t enter Heaven if we didn’t.c He meant to be mature in our thinking, but like children where sin and evil were concerned, harmless and inoffensive, not worried about anything, but trusting the Father in everything.d
It’s interesting isn’t it…that dressing like a Christian doesn’t involve “outer accessories”? There is no mention of carrying a Bible, wearing a suit and tie, etc. It is first dressing your heart with love and child-like faith. When that is done, the outer man will follow accordingly.
So, enjoy your weekend. Dress appropriately. If you see people masquerading and you think it’s a sin, remember that you are dressed in love! If you are collecting candy and think the hyper-religious are being weird by opting-out, be sure that there is a layer of love under your costume!
And with all of us dressed in love, let’s be children at heart, but not fight over trivial things like candy.
a (Colossians 3:14)
b (Romans 13:8b,9)
c (Matthew 18:3)
d (I Corinthians 14:20)
GRACE
October 26, 2009 at 2:40 pm | In grace | Leave a CommentTags: caiaphas, Jesus, John 11:51-53, people of the earth, promise
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A Promise for the Nations
This prophecy that Jesus should die for the entire nation
came from Caiaphas in his position as high priest. He didn’t
think of it himself; he was inspired to say it. It was a
prediction that Jesus’ death would be not for Israel only,
but for the gathering together of all the children of God
scattered around the world. So from that time on the Jewish
leaders began to plot Jesus’ death.
– John 11:51-53 (NLT)
KEY THOUGHT:
God can even use those who oppose him to declare his grace. His plan
was to save his people, Israel, and also reach the non-Jewish nations
of the world through Jesus. We should remember that grace triumphs! God
will not be deterred. His will is going to triumph. His glory will be
declared even by those who have opposed Him. That is the power of the
Gospel and the God who authored it!
TODAY’S PRAYER:
Thank you, dear Father, that grace is for all peoples of the earth.
Please bless my brothers and sisters in Christ all over the world,
especially those who live their faith in hostile situations. Please
spread the power of the Gospel throughout the world in this generation.
In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.
Sunshine
October 23, 2009 at 8:37 am | In Time, grateful | 1 CommentTags: bird, butterfly, God, love, sunrise, sunset, wind
I woke up early today and came to work early today. I couldn’t sleep so I thought why not go to work early today. On the way in, and even now as I write, I am enjoying the Beautiful Sunrise. It’s so beautiful today. I don’t know why it’s more beautiful today than other days, but it is. I love the warmth of the sun. I love knowing that God makes the sun rise and set everyday. I love knowing that God’s hand has created everything I see. That He continues to be an active God in my and our everyday lives.
He shows himself to us every single day. The question is are we noticing Him when He says hi to us in a butterfly that floats by effortlessly, in a bird that sings its melodious tune, in the wind that whistles through the trees and through our hair & in the sun that rises and sets. Let Him know you see Him and tell Him how much you love Him today!
Blessings!
wedding
October 19, 2009 at 10:24 am | In LIFE, family, wedding | Leave a CommentTags: brother, Erik & Corrine, Lindsey Lakes, october, Persevere, sister, U2, wedding
I went to Erik & Corinne’s wedding on Saturday evening. It was a beautiful day to get married for sure. You couldn’t have planned it any better. It was at Lindsey Lakes, and this was the 2nd time I had been there this year for a wedding…too funny. Anyway, the wedding went off perfectly, the ceremony was outside and then we had the reception inside the place. I saw lots of folks I hadn’t seen since the divorce, including Angie and many of her co-workers. They were all nice to me though, which I was happy about. I don’t think there’s reason not to be, but you never know. All good though. It was a real nice time and I am very happy for both Erik & Corinne!!
My brother was in town for a few days as well and we saw the U2 concert on Wednesday evening, which was Spectacular!!! The Muse opened up as well and they were great too! He hung out with me for a few days and then he had to leave before the wedding on Saturday evening. Good times bro, love you!!
It was my sister’s birthday on Saturday as well and we haven’t been speaking for a few months because I want a more loving and respectful sister than she has been and don’t want things to be the same as they have been all my life. I want a change in the relationship and I don’t think that it seems possible. Prayers. We both texted each other Happy Birthday since our birthdays are both 1 week apart. My nephew didn’t text me on my birthday which was sad, but I guess because he’s 18 and out-of-town and off at college it’s expected???
Life is what it is. I just keep on trucking, as my Pastor Godfrey said in his sermon yesterday, PERSEVERE and put one foot in front of the other.
enemies….
October 14, 2009 at 1:25 pm | In help | Leave a CommentTags: enemies, help, help comes from, Isaiah 59:19, times of trouble
“When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him.” Isaiah 59:19
Blessed are we who are under His protection, those of us who know where our help comes from, those of us who know that “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.”
Thank you Abba Father, for your protection in times of trouble and all the time. Amen.
What is your FOCUS?
October 7, 2009 at 4:12 pm | In prayer | Leave a CommentTags: bless others, eyes on Him, focus, help others, look up to you, Psalm 55:17
“Evening & morning & at noon, will I pray” Psalm 55:17
As the question is stated…what are you doing to help others…what are you doing to bless others…how much prayer time are you devoting…who do you look up to…who looks up to you?
I try to keep my focus every day by praying and keeping my eyes on Him. It’s such a hard thing to do, but when we pray our focus becomes renewed and envigored to keep fighting the good fight. Keep praying and that focus will return.
“Lord, help me keep my focus today and every day as I know that it’s easy to lose sight of you. Help me keep my focus and help me to pray. Amen”
people
October 5, 2009 at 9:27 am | In poems | 1 CommentTags: disappoint, give, people
People disappoint,
This is true,
People are selfish,
This is true,
Give anyway,
This is God’s will for you
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