” The seed that fell among the thorns represents those who hear God’s word, but too quickly the message is crowded out by the worries of this life and the lure of wealth, so no fruit is produced. Matthew 13:22 ” I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learnedContinue reading “LIVE THE DREAM!”
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OUR GOD’S PEACE!
“Always be full of joy in the Lord.” Philippians 4:4 Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 ” Fix your thoughtsContinue reading “OUR GOD’S PEACE!”
PRESSING FORWARD!
“This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24 ” But I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead. I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, throughContinue reading “PRESSING FORWARD!”
I HAVE ALL THAT I NEED!
“The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need.” Psalm 23:1 ” Yes, everything else is worthless when compared to the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord.” Philippians 3:8 When we know Christ, we need nothing else. He becomes our shepherd and tends to our every need. The value of ourContinue reading “I HAVE ALL THAT I NEED!”
THE PRICLESS VALUE OF KNOWING JESUS!
“Whatever happens my dear brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord.” Philippians 3:1 When bad things happen in our lives, we all try hard to find peace and rest. Some will look to alcohol, others to drugs and still others will look to the occult. We are all looking for something. What we find dependsContinue reading “THE PRICLESS VALUE OF KNOWING JESUS!”
JESUS CAME TO SAVE THE SINNER!
” For I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know they are sinners.” Matthew 9:13 When Jesus was sent to this earth, he came to help those who were sick and those who were lost. He came to pick up those who were desperate and had noContinue reading “JESUS CAME TO SAVE THE SINNER!”
THE CONVERSATION
“I love the Lord because he hears my voice and my prayer for mercy.” Psalm 116:1 Just what is prayer? Have you thought about what you are doing when you pray to your God in heaven? When we pray to God we are having a conversation with our creator. We are submitting our heart, mind,Continue reading “THE CONVERSATION”
A HARVEST FULL OF WORKERS!
” The harvest is great, but the workers are few. So, pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest. Ask him to send more workers into the fields.” Matthew 9:37-38 Our God in heaven has posted a ‘WORKERS WANTED’ poster. As we live in this day and age the Word of GodContinue reading “A HARVEST FULL OF WORKERS!”
THE SUBMISSIVE LIFE!
“Throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes.” Ephesians 4:22-23 To be in submission to others is not something to take lightly. It is also not something that is easily accomplished. Being submissive is definedContinue reading “THE SUBMISSIVE LIFE!”
JEALOUSY- AN EVIL OF DESTRUCTION!
“For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice.” James 3:16 Jealousy comes in many shapes and sizes. It is created and allowed to live within us if we allow it to. It is an evil that will take us down quickly. We have all had an attack ofContinue reading “JEALOUSY- AN EVIL OF DESTRUCTION!”
DON’T BE HESITANT WITH GOD!
” Because of Christ and our faith in him, we can now come boldly and confidently into God’s presence. Ephesians 3:12 When we come to Jesus and accept him as our Lord and Savior we become a new person. As we continue to grow with Jesus, we begin to develop a confidence that is likeContinue reading “DON’T BE HESITANT WITH GOD!”
LIVE TO BE IN GOD’S PRESENCE AT ALL TIMES!
“He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths bringing honor to his name.” Psalm 23:3 “But anyone who hears my teaching and doesn’t obey it is foolish, like a person who builds a house on sand.” Matthew 7:26 Each day in our lives brings something new and exciting. Sometimes the new and excitingContinue reading “LIVE TO BE IN GOD’S PRESENCE AT ALL TIMES!”
NEVER GIVE UP!
” Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened.” Matthew 7:7-8 It is so importantContinue reading “NEVER GIVE UP!”
JUST WHAT IS WORRY?
Can all your worries add a moment to your life? Matthew 6:27 ” Seek the Kingdom of God above all else and live righteously and he will give you everything you need. ” Matthew 6:33 Worry will often times consume our thoughts and our lives all together. It will be at the center of whatContinue reading “JUST WHAT IS WORRY?”
THE POWER IN PRAISE!
“Let them praise the Lord for his great love and for the wonderful things he has done for them. Psalm 107:31 Praise enables us to remove our focus from ourselves and back onto God. It is his desire that our eyes be set firmly on Him, because that is where our true hope is found.Continue reading “THE POWER IN PRAISE!”
A PRAYER FOR ALL!
“But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! In that way you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:44 When someone tells a lie about you or persecutes you for how you believe in Christ or hurts you physically, it is very difficult to notContinue reading “A PRAYER FOR ALL!”
PARTTIME OR FULLTIME?
” If you’ll hold onto me for dear life, says God, I’ll get you out of any trouble. I’ll give you the best of care if you’ll only get to know and trust me. Call me and I’ll answer, be at your side in bad times; I’ll rescue you, then throw you a party. I’llContinue reading “PARTTIME OR FULLTIME?”
ONE LIFE GIVEN; NOT TAKEN!
” After walking a little farther away from them, Jesus fell to the ground and prayed,’ My Father, if it is possible, do not give me this cup of suffering. But do what you want, not what I want.’ ” Matthew 26:39 It is so easy to think that the Romans took the life ofContinue reading “ONE LIFE GIVEN; NOT TAKEN!”
SHINING BRIGHTLY FOR JESUS!
“God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you, and say all sorts of evil things against you, because you are my followers. Be happy about it! Be very glad! For a great reward awaits you in heaven.” Matthew 5: 11-12 “No one lights a lamp and then puts itContinue reading “SHINING BRIGHTLY FOR JESUS!”
THERE IS NO FEAR IN LOVE!
“There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear.” 1 John 4:18 “Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me.” Psalm 23:4 I am sure that as human beings we have all experienced fear at one time or another. Fear isContinue reading “THERE IS NO FEAR IN LOVE!”
DO NOT TEST GOD!
” You must not test the Lord your God.” Matthew 4:7 ” For the scriptures say, ‘ It is through faith that a righteous person has life.’ ” Galatians 3:11 Have you ever tested God? Just what is it to test our God in heaven? Testing God is much more than trying to get himContinue reading “DO NOT TEST GOD!”
DON’T FEAR BUT INSTEAD OPEN UP TO THE LORD!
“Open up before God, keep nothing back; he’ll do whatever needs to be done.” Psalm 37:5-6 Each and every one of us have problems in our lives that seem to be so large and overwhelming that there is nothing that will allow us to live lives of strength and happiness. Our God did not putContinue reading “DON’T FEAR BUT INSTEAD OPEN UP TO THE LORD!”
A NEW BEGINNING!
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life” John 3:16 “Don’t be alarmed, he said. You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene who was crucified.” Mark 16:6 Our God in heaven has given us an opportunity forContinue reading “A NEW BEGINNING!”
THE JOY OF THE LORD IS YOUR STRENGTH!
“Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10 ” A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength.” Proverbs 17:22 As a Christian just where does our joy come from? The bible tells us that our joy is produced by the Holy Spirit. WhenContinue reading “THE JOY OF THE LORD IS YOUR STRENGTH!”
WHAT IS GOOD FRIDAY?
” For while we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. For one will scarcely die for a righteous person- though perhaps for a good person one would dare to die- but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” RomansContinue reading “WHAT IS GOOD FRIDAY?”
THE POWER IN HIS NAME, JESUS!
“And by believing in him you will have life by the power of his name.” John 20:31 Just how powerful is the name of Jesus? We can rest assured that it is the most powerful name in all of heaven and earth. As we read through the holy scriptures, we see the name of JesusContinue reading “THE POWER IN HIS NAME, JESUS!”
TOMORROW MIGHT BE TODAY!
“Strength! Courage! Don’t be timid; don’t get discouraged. God, your God is with you every step you take.” Joshua 1:9 ” My Kingdom is not an earthly Kingdom. If it were, my followers would fight to keep me from being handed over to the Jewish leaders. But my Kingdom is not of this world.” JohnContinue reading “TOMORROW MIGHT BE TODAY!”
GOD’S STRENGTH THROUGH MY WEAKNESSES!
” My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 ” That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships and persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:10 In comparing myself toContinue reading “GOD’S STRENGTH THROUGH MY WEAKNESSES!”
THE CROSS BRINGS DISRUPTION!
“Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 When Jesus first came into this world the world changed dramatically. Even as a baby he was sought after. King Herod, the king of Judaea had innocent children of Bethlehem slaughtered in an attemptContinue reading “THE CROSS BRINGS DISRUPTION!”
INVEST WISELY!
“The Lord says, ‘ I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust my name.’ ” Psalm 91:14 “So, we don’t look at the troubles we can see now, rather we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. For the things we see now will soon be gone, butContinue reading “INVEST WISELY!”
