“Remain in me, and I will remain in you. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me.” John 15:4 ” Yes, I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produceContinue reading “BEARING FRUIT!”
Tag Archives: jesus
GOD MADE YOU TO BE YOU!
” You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even when I am far away. You see me when I travel and when I rest at home. You know everything I do. You know what I am going to say even before I say it, Lord.” Psalm 139: 2-4 ItContinue reading “GOD MADE YOU TO BE YOU!”
THE LIFE OF HONOR!
“And I trust that my life will bring honor to Christ whether I live or die.” Philippians 1:20 Our source of life is Jesus Christ himself. We are blessed beyond understanding to have eternal life in Jesus. We are created by God and given a physical vitality and an existence on this earth. However, ourContinue reading “THE LIFE OF HONOR!”
OUR BURDENS HAVE BEEN NAILED TO THE CROSS!
“Come to me all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 Let us take a moment and reflect upon what Jesus did for each of us. Let’s put ourselves in his place and see exactly what the sacrifice was that he so graciously gave to us each. Let’s pretend,Continue reading “OUR BURDENS HAVE BEEN NAILED TO THE CROSS!”
OUR FUTURE IS TODAY!
“May the Lord lead your hearts into a full understanding and expression of the love of God and the patient endurance that comes from Christ.” 2 Thessalonians 3:5 ” Now may the Lord of peace himself give you his peace at all times and in every situation.” 2 Thessalonians 3:16 Our future is today. WeContinue reading “OUR FUTURE IS TODAY!”
WE’VE GOT YOU LORD!
“There is only one God and one Mediator who can reconcile God and humanity- the man Christ Jesus. He gave his life to purchase freedom for everyone. 1 Timothy 2:5 & 6 Humanity has been at odds with God since Adam and Eve. The devil and his antics began when he deceived Eve into eatingContinue reading “WE’VE GOT YOU LORD!”
GOD’S WORD, MY SHINING LIGHT!
” Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.” Psalm 119:105 Many years ago, when I was a child, I would go with my dad to the County Courthouse lawn, following a rain, to pick up night crawlers to use as fishing bait. We would usually go atContinue reading “GOD’S WORD, MY SHINING LIGHT!”
PUSHING THROUGH THE TRIALS!
“I am worn out waiting for your rescue, but I have put my hope in your word.” Psalm 119:81 We all have trials and tribulations that we go through in our lives. As children of God, we are expected to push through these problems with a patience and trust that is way beyond human understanding.Continue reading “PUSHING THROUGH THE TRIALS!”
PRESS ON WITH GREAT FAITH!
“The Lord’s light penetrates the human spirit, exposing every hidden motive.” Proverbs 20:27 “People may be right in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their hearts.” Proverbs 21:2 Our God sees it all! He knows before anything happens what is going to happen. Our human spirits are seen by God. He knows our thoughtsContinue reading “PRESS ON WITH GREAT FAITH!”
OUR ENTIRE LIVES SHOULD BE LIVED TO GLORIFY GOD!
“I am worn out waiting for your rescue, but I have put my hope in your word.” Psalm 119:81 How often have you thought to yourself that it sure is taking God a long time to answer my prayers. Our God is a very patient God. He has taken his time and continues to takeContinue reading “OUR ENTIRE LIVES SHOULD BE LIVED TO GLORIFY GOD!”
TODAY IS THE FUTURE!
” Be still in the presence of the Lord and wait patiently for him to act. Don’t worry about evil people or fret about their wicked schemes.” Psalm 37:7 ” God chose to save us through our Lord Jesus Christ, not to pour out his anger on us. Christ died for us so that, whetherContinue reading “TODAY IS THE FUTURE!”
THE SIRENS ARE SOUNDING!
“But understand this, that in the last days there will come times of difficulty. For people will be lovers of self, lovers of money, proud, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, heartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not loving good, treacherous, reckless, swollen with conceit, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God,Continue reading “THE SIRENS ARE SOUNDING!”
JUST FACE THE RISING SUN AND YOU WILL SEE HOPE!
“You must always act in the fear of the Lord, with faithfulness and an undivided heart.” 2 Chronicles 19:9 “But Jesus spoke to them at once, DON’T BE AFRAID, he said, TAKE HEART I AM HERE.“ Matthew 14:27 All we have to do when we get up each morning is to look at the sunContinue reading “JUST FACE THE RISING SUN AND YOU WILL SEE HOPE!”
WE HAVE IT ALL ON THE TIPS OF OUR TONGUE!
“For whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from deceitful speech.” 1 Peter 3:10 “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” Proverbs 18:21 ” I tell you that on the day of judgement people will have to accountContinue reading “WE HAVE IT ALL ON THE TIPS OF OUR TONGUE!”
EXERCISE YOUR MINISTRY
” Be sure to carry out the ministry the Lord gave you.” Colossians 4:17 We are to understand and carry out the ministry that our Lord has given us. As Christians we all have a part to play and a duty to fulfill. As we continue to follow and grow in Jesus, we develop aContinue reading “EXERCISE YOUR MINISTRY”
FOCUS ON THE THINGS OF HEAVEN!
” Set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand. Think about the things of heaven, not the things of the earth.” Colossians 3:1-2 ” Put on your new nature and be renewed as you learn to know your creator and become like him.”Continue reading “FOCUS ON THE THINGS OF HEAVEN!”
THE NEW LIFE IN JESUS!
” Let your roots grow down deep into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.” Colossians 2:7 A strong and healthy tree has a root system that grows down deep into the earth to seekContinue reading “THE NEW LIFE IN JESUS!”
LIVE THE DREAM!
” 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!”
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!”
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!”
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?”
CRUCIFIED, COMMITTED AND RESCUED!
“because of that cross, my interest in this world has been crucified and the world’s interest in me has also died.” Galatians 6:14 “Commit everything you do to the Lord. Trust him, and he will help you.” Psalm 37:5 “The Lord says. ‘ I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those whoContinue reading “CRUCIFIED, COMMITTED AND RESCUED!”
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!”
