Mornings with the Son

God knows the time?

2012-03-03T10:02:00.000-06:00

For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts. Isaiah 55:8-9

I look at my country and the insane immorality that has breached our walls. Good is called evil and evil good. Our TV shows and movies drench our people in sin as if it is perfectly all right but fail to show the consequences of a godless people.

How long will the USA stand in the face of such debauchery? Are we destined to fall as Rome fell? We are certainly following in their footsteps.

The Lord set this nation apart as a shining light. A beacon of freedom. A Christian nation. We have seemingly lost our way.

But I believe there are many who have not bent their knees to Baal. God knows. And God's mercy is surely much grander and deeper than mine. He knows.

God knows the times of every man, woman, and child. And the times of every nation. Whether we are on our way to darkness and judgment, or if by God's grace we are to have a reprieve and another wave of revival to pull us from the abyss, God knows.

As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. Proclaim the Goodness of God, and watch and pray.

Is the Sky Falling?

2012-03-02T09:33:00.001-06:00

Matthew 24:14

¹⁴And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come.

It's 2012. The end of an ancient civilization's calendar. Prophecies abound that this could be the year. The global economy is tanking. Wars and rumors of wars are in the news. Iniquity abounds. Good is called evil and evil good. Tolerance is preached for all but the truth.

The love of many grows cold. Lovers of self. Earthquakes, famines, and pestilence are in play.

It doesn't look good--for those in the world.

But we who are called by Jesus' name are not of this world. Fear not. We do not have to panic as if this is all there is. NO. We have a sure place. A sure Hand that holds us. As Christians, we are to stand tall, shine brightly, so that the gospel can be preached unto all the world.

The time of His coming very well may be near. Many think it is. But for us it is a time to repent, be a light, knowing that we are eternal as our Father in heaven is eternal.

Weep for those children of the flesh, those who are ignorant of our Lord, those who are perishing.

Repent and turn from the evil of this day. Don't be caught up in it so that our light may shine to those who are perishing.

Watch and be alert for the days are evil and short.

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Pray for those hanging in the balance, who have not made the decision to follow Christ.

Rejoice. For our Lord is coming.

Come Lord Jesus!

Limitations

2012-03-01T11:46:00.001-06:00

Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is none upon earth that I desire beside thee. My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. Psalm 73:25-26

Ouch! Hurt my back again. Nothing serious, just a nagging pain in the back. I just can't vacuum anymore. Oh the grief. LOL A painful funny to me.

But what do we do when faced with situations and circumstances that we cannot handle alone?

Praise the Lord! We are limited, God is not. He is our strength. When faced with limitations, learn to rest in Him. Rely on His strong right arm.

When we are weak, He is strong. Remember the song - Jesus loves me this I know. For the Bible tells me so ...

Sing it out. and Believe it! For when we are weak, He is strong. Strong to heal. Strong to provide. Strong to make a way where there isn't one.

In our limitations - we can learn to rely on the Great I Am. And that's where we need to be anyway.

For He is strong.

Online

2012-02-29T09:11:00.003-06:00

In my distress I cried unto the LORD, and he heard me. Psalm 120:1

Psalm 118:5
I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, and set me in a large place.

When times get tough, and they will and do, there is One we can call out to, One that hears our cry and acts on our behalf.

God may not do what we think ought to be done, but He hears. He knows. And we can trust that He will answer and be by our side.

Better than 911 or the Internet, HE is only a call away, a whispered word, a sob-choked cry or a shout of joy.

Acts 2:21
‘AND IT SHALL BE THAT EVERYONE WHO CALLS ON THE NAME OF THE LORD WILL BE SAVED.’

Know the name - Jesus - by which mankind might be saved. He's only a call away.

What is Coming?

2012-02-28T08:45:00.000-06:00

For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7

Today I read in the news that dolphins were fleeing California. Why? What do they know? There are reasons for fear on almost every front. The economy is tanking, everything you eat and breaths causes cancer, the President will call for martial law after the Occupiers don't get their latte allotment, Iran is taking over Hollywood, gas is going to five dollars a gallon. Well, you get the picture. There are fears real and imagined.

But Jesus left us with His peace. We are to fear - God. But His perfect love cast out all other fears. There is no need to fear if the God of all has you in His hand.

Whatever does come, earthquake, volcano, persecution, disaster by humans or nature, God has us. Call out in the Name of Jesus, The Name above all names, and rejoice.

Fear God and His judgment for it will come. Repent. Ask the Lord to open your eyes. Turn to Him. And rejoice at the winds of change blowing in your face. For what is Coming? It isn't what but Who. Jesus.

Jesus is coming. Pray and watch. Be alert. There are many fears that will not be realized. But Jesus is Coming. Be ready.

Repent.

Delight

2012-02-25T10:10:00.000-06:00

Psalm 37:4

Delight thyself also in the LORD: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

That is my life verse. The one God gave to me years ago. And I have to say He has not failed me. Yesterday, He wooed me. Ever been wooed by the Great I AM? Nothing like it. A tender whisper to come away. To take time to clear your mine and listen.

And when I did go outside with pen and paper to listen. I heard - "Delight in Me. Like a child twirling around, head back, and laughing, delight in Me."

Even now as I recall the moment, my spirit whirls and laughs in joy. My God. The Great I AM. God of all, stooped to fellowship with me. And I delight in His presence. His goodness. His mighty wonders.

Dust off the cobwebs of duty and dullness and delight in Him. See the works of His hands in the beauty of a sunset, a flower, a baby's smile.

Delight in the Lord and know that HE will give you the desires of your heart.

God is good!

To be Known

2012-02-24T09:11:00.000-06:00

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Then shall ye call upon me, and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you. And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart.” Jeremiah 29:11-13

How amazing to know that the Lord knows me. One out of billions, He knows me. Cares for me and has a plan for me. Many strive to make themselves known to others - the quest for fame and the fortune they hope comes with it.

But consider that you are known by the Lord. The Creator knows you. Planned for you. Wow - doesn't get better than that.

Today search for the Lord with all your heart and be prepared to be wowed!

Remember

2012-02-23T09:08:00.000-06:00

Today we are hitting 80 degrees. Far away from the scene below. But I love snow, so I have this picture so that I can look back and remember the crystal white beauty and the joy of that day.

Psalm 77:11
I will remember the works of the LORD: surely I will remember thy wonders of old.

Psalm 78:35

And they remembered that God was their rock, and the high God their redeemer.

Luke 24:8
And they remembered his words,

Jude 1:17
But, beloved, remember ye the words which were spoken before of the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ;

Landmarks, pictures, lines in the sand - we need them to remind us of victories and lessons in the past.

Write down when you see the Lord move on your behalf. If He has walked you through a trial, stop and leave a marker so that if you fall back you'll stop there and continue on, not falling farther down.

The trials of those in the Old Testament were written for us, that we might learn from their mistakes, their faith, their lives.

So remember, and make remembrances. Use them to bolster your faith.

And remember - God is good.

Pure Word

2012-02-22T10:36:00.000-06:00

James 3:17

But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.

Have you wondered it would be like to read the Bible for the first time but without all the preconceived ideas, agendas, and teachings of others? While it is good to listen to teachers of the Word but only if you back that teaching up with study and the Holy Spirit.

Many things will sound good. Satan, our enemy, uses the Word of God with a wicked twist.
Ninety percent truth can be dangerous. Read the temptations of Christ. That's what the devil tempted Him with. And each time, Jesus quoted what the Word did say.

Pray for wisdom from above. Check your own ideas and those of others against the pure Word and see that it is peacable and gentle, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and hypocrisy.

Get alone with the Lord. Sit at His feet and inquire. Read the Scriptures in the Light of the Holy Spirit.

But be aware of the enemy who wants to lead astray the believers into error.

Know the truth. The whole and Holy truth. And do not be deceived.

No Agendas

2012-02-21T12:59:00.000-06:00

2 Timothy 2:15

Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

When sitting down to read the Bible, first clear your heart and mind of agendas. Too often we read the Word of God with an idea to defend our opinion or attack those of others. That is not what the Word of God is about.

Truth will prove itself.

Pray before you read the Word. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal scripture to you. And be prepared to be amazed. Keep a notebook or journal as you study His Word.

Rejoice in the Goodness of God.

See with a Pure Heart

2012-02-20T11:22:00.001-06:00

Matthew 5:8

Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.

Circumstances have a way of clouding our vision. Whether from a cold, money problems, or a world falling down on our ears. But they are just clouds. Wispy attempts by the enemy to prevent us from seeing the truth. God is good. He is victorious. And through Him - so are we.

Sharpen your focus. Proclaim the Lord's Word aloud. The Truth will prevail. God's love never fails. Find scriptures to stand on. On those cloudy days ask the Holy Spirit for direction. Rejoice in the truth.

Even if there are clouds, the sun and the SON are still there.

Small things

2012-02-18T15:23:00.000-06:00

These little flowers are no bigger than a pencil eraser. But look at the detail.

Psalm 139:14
I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.

Luke 12:7
But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows.

God sees you, knows you, and watches over you.

Rejoice.

The Easy Button

2012-02-16T11:43:00.000-06:00

1 John 3:11

For this is the message that ye heard from the beginning, that we should love one another.”

Love. God is love. He first loved us. God so loved the world that He gave His only Son. Love.

1 Corinthians 13

The Excellence of Love

¹ If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but do not have love, I have become a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. ² If I have the gift of prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge; and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. ³ And if I give all my possessions to feed the poor, and if I surrender my body to be burned, but do not have love, it profits me nothing.

⁴ Love is patient, love is kind and is not jealous; love does not brag and is not arrogant, ⁵ does not act unbecomingly; it does not seek its own, is not provoked, does not take into account a wrong suffered, ⁶ does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; ⁷bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.

⁸ Love never fails;

First soak in God's love. And then let Him love others through you. Love is not lust, momentary passion, or warm fuzzy feelings. Love is holy. righteous, and good.

Love one another. When life is out of control, press the easy button, and turn to God, accept His love for you, and then love one another.

Time

2012-02-15T12:57:00.002-06:00

Ephesians 5:16

Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

Yikes I looked at the clock and missed the morning. So pretend I am in California. It's still morning there, or at least not after noon.

Time is an elusive dimension. It can drag and slide by. Seem long and short at the same time. Pondering on the ironies time presents us, I think that the reason is that we are eternal beings. Not destined to be bound by the 24/7 of earth.

While we are on this planet, our days are marked ticking off each minute, hour, day. Time is ... well the time of day but can also be a season. A portion of our life or the life of a project, season.

Mark 1:15

And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.

So what time is it?

Is it merely 12:53 PM or is there a greater significance to the times we are living in?

Check the time.

God is good and He is never late.

Read the Red

2012-02-14T10:07:00.000-06:00

What did Jesus Say?

You can listen to radio and TV, preachers and evangelists, friends and family. But you are responsible for your relationship with the Lord. Jesus didn't come to bring a corporate salvation, but an individual one. He came to build His church out of living stones. One body out of His believers. United by the Holy Spirit and commissioned to do His Will.

This Valentine's day read the red. Discover what Jesus did say. Don't take the word of others. After all, who hasn't heard - Cleanliness is next to godliness. OR God helps those who help themselves. How many times have you heard Jesus came to bring world peace?

All the above instances are not true. Not in the Bible.

We live in an age of feel good scriptures and prophecies. An age of deception and commercialism. An age where people would rather have their ears tickled than be confronted with the truth.

Know the truth - for it is only the truth that can set you free.

John 14:6
Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

Jesus Said ...

2012-02-13T10:09:00.000-06:00

Clear lines in the sky from yesterday morning.

In the Christian life, we hear that Jesus said this or that. But did he? It matters not who tells you what Jesus said, it is our duty to see for ourselves. In the USA we have the Word of God. It's on the shelf, in our computers, our phones, open it up and see just what Jesus said.

John 14:15
If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.

So if we love Jesus, we are to keep His commandments. But if we don't know what He said, how can we?

I searched Bible Gateway for Jesus said- Here are the results.
Jesus Said

We are without excuse. Search the scriptures, ask the Holy Spirit to open the eyes of your heart, and learn what Jesus said to do. People are deceived when they follow blindly along what others are saying.
Deception is never good. Think lemmings over the cliff.

Matthew 24:24
For false Christs and false prophets will arise and will show great signs and wonders, so as to mislead, if possible, even the elect.

Glorify Him

2012-02-11T09:17:00.000-06:00

.Romans 15:6

That ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Revelation 15:4
Who shall not fear thee, O Lord, and glorify thy name? for thou only art holy: for all nations shall come and worship before thee; for thy judgments are made manifest.

God is so majestic and mighty that all will glorify Him. Every knee an every tongue.

Romans 14:11
For it is written, As I live, saith the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God.

I used to think the Lord would put his foot on the necks of those who refused. BUT now believe that when we see Him in His full glory and majesty, there will be no choice. EVen those who have chosen damnation will fall to their knees and have to proclaim that He is God.

Just as anyone with eyes and gazes at a beautiful sunrise will stop and ponder on its beauty. SO much more will be the glory of God.

Rejoice in Him for He is Holy.

God is Good!

Is God Mean?

2012-02-10T10:08:00.001-06:00

1 Peter 2:17

Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.

Hebrews 12:28
Wherefore we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear:

Reading the Old Testament, many get the idea that God is mean and out to get them. God is to be feared. The beginning of wisdom is the Fear of God. But God is not a mad animal that strikes out without reason. He is not an erupting volcano that spews at His whim to the detriment of those around Him.

NO! God is love. So why do we need to fear Him?

HE is the Creator of all.
He knows all things.
He is majestic, amazing, mighty. Even All Mighty.

Fear of God is acknowledgement that HE is God. The ultimate authority. Even the most rebellious will put their foot on the brake when they see a patrol car (man's authority.)

God is not mean. He is JUST. There are laws set in the universe that must be obeyed every bit as much as when you drop something it must fall because of gravity on earth. LAWS. His Laws.

But God didn't leave us defenseless. He sent His Son, Jesus, to be our mediator. Jesus stands as our defense to acquit of us of all sin against God's laws. Through the Blood of Jesus, God sees us as pure, faultless.

Apart from Jesus, all are condemned, judged guilty. For to decline the Son of God is the ultimate sin. The one with a sure forever death penalty.

God is not Mean. He is love. and HE is just. And He provided a way for us to have fellowship with Him.

Face it - if God was out to get you - you would be gone.

God is Good!

Choices

2012-02-09T11:23:00.000-06:00

Luke 13:5

I tell you, no, but unless you repent, you will all likewise perish.”

God desires that no one should perish. But He gave us free will. We choose - Life or death.

Deuteronomy 30:19

I call heaven and earth to witness against you today, that I have set before you life and death, the blessing and the curse. So choose life inorder that you may live, you and your descendants,

We are living in perilous times. Our nation is on a precipice. She may fall or perhaps be pulled back for a time. Again, it is our choice. But not merely in an election. This man or that. This choice is an individual one. A choice to choose life or to choose death. To choose to come under God's protective hand and repent, OR to go the way of man. The way of the Tower of Babel and do it our own way. To choose to shove God further away from our schools, government, our own life.

Choose you this day who you will follow. The way that you will live. For God or against Him. There is no middle ground. No demilitarized zone. Choose,

Repent and humble yourselves before the Lord. Seek His face and turn from evil.

There is yet time, but it is short.

Repent.

Hot or Cold?

2012-02-08T10:51:00.000-06:00

Revelation 3:15-16

Amplified Bible (AMP)

¹⁵I know your [record of] works and what you are doing; you are neither cold nor hot. Would that you were cold or hot!

¹⁶So, because you are lukewarm and neither cold nor hot, I will spew you out of My mouth!

Hard words. But truth. Basically, the church in Laodicea thought they were ok and needed nothing. They could do it on there own power.

¹⁷Because thou sayest, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing; and knowest not that thou art wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked:

¹⁸I counsel thee to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that thou mayest be rich; and white raiment, that thou mayest be clothed, and that the shame of thy nakedness do not appear; and anoint thine eyes with eyesalve, that thou mayest see.

Fear not, God loves us. He is rooting for us, cheering us on, and wise to our safekeeping. HE does not want us to fail. Repentance is a turning back to Him. Acknowledging that we have left the narrow path and strayed, but are turning back to God. And His love welcomes us.

¹⁹As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.

Hear the knocking? Answer the door and rejoice and eat with the Creator of all. Can't get better than that.

²⁰Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.

And the rewards are out of this world!!!

²¹To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne.

²²He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.

Beyond the Veil

2012-02-07T09:48:00.000-06:00

Mark 15:38

And the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom.

Hebrews 10:19-21

¹⁹Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus,
²⁰By a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us, through the veil, that is to say, his flesh;
²¹And having an high priest over the house of God;

Our days may be filled with doubt, unclear vision of what to do or how to go, But there is One who knows. One who entered the Holy of Holies and makes petition for us. One who mediates for us against the accuser.

Jesus. By His shed blood cleanses us of all sin. ALL.

Live beyond the veil. For we aren't blind as if there is no hope. Live knowing that we have Jesus at the right hand of the Father. Live knowing that we are never alone as HE sent the Holy Spirit to comfort and guide us.

We may not see clearly with our earthly eyes as though we walk through a fog. But know this, Jesus walked the path for us. HE has gone before us and makes a way where seemingly there is no way. Learn to trust Him. Hear Him. Sit at His feet.

God is Good and has only good gifts for His children.

Trust and live beyond the veil.

We have an Enemy. We are at war.

2012-02-06T09:59:00.000-06:00


Psalm 33:4-5




For the word of the LORD holds true, and we can trust everything he does. He 



loves whatever is just and good; the unfailing love of the LORD fills the earth.

We are at war and have an enemy. It is best we don't forget it. Not that we should fear the enemy, for our Lord has overcome him. In Christ, we have the victory. He is able to fight for us.

Exodus 15:2-4

²The LORD is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he is my God, and I will prepare him an habitation; my father's God, and I will exalt him.

³The LORD is a man of war: the LORD is his name.

Psalm 144:1
Blessed be the LORD my strength which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight:

2 Corinthians 10:3
For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh:

2 Corinthians 10:4
(For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)

Revelation 12:17
And the dragon was wroth with the woman, and went to make war with the remnant of her seed, which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ.

Fight in the strength of His might. Lay hold of the Word of God, your weapon against the wiles of the devil. And wield that sword aloud. Proclaim the Truth of the Lord. Fight with the Sword of the Spirit that you have been given. And keep your armor on.

But never forget that the battle rages. Pray for one another. Speak the Truth and know that we do win. Through the Lord, we are victorious.

A whipped pup and a flat tire

2012-02-04T13:22:00.000-06:00

I will love thee, O LORD, my strength. The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.

Psalm 18:1-2 KJV

The attack is on. But our God is bigger. In Him we are victorious. And that is the lesson for me today.
In Him. His Word. He tells us to put on the whole armor of God. FOR a very good reason. The enemy roars about seeking who he can destroy.

Picked on my dog today. Two bigger dogs bet him up. I think he'll be ok. But when we took him to the truck to go to the vets, yep, there was a flat tire. Almost made me laugh. The enemies fingerprints were all over the crime.

So I proclaim the verse above. Shout it to the heavens. And promise to pray for my friends. We can't afford to forget we have an enemy. Even more we can't forget that we have been given God's armor.

Eph 6:10-18

¹⁰Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.

¹¹Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.

¹²For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.

¹³Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.

¹⁴Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;

¹⁵And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

¹⁶Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.

¹⁷And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:

¹⁸Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;

Let's put this armor on saints! The war is raging.

Praise the Lord - the restoration is already beginning. Neighbors paid the vet bill. Now, to see if that screw can be charged for the tire. : )

What are we to do?

2012-02-03T09:46:00.000-06:00

Psalm 59:16

But I will sing of thy power; yea, I will sing aloud of thy mercy in the morning: for thou hast been my defence and refuge in the day of my trouble.

Storm clouds rumble on the horizon. Troubles rear their ugly heads and mock the children of God. The enemy sneers his threats.

What are we to do? Are we to rant and rave, shaking our fists at the TV? Are we to cower in a cave and hoard supplies? Are we to give up?

NO!

No, and again I say, no. We are to sing of the power of our Mighty God. The Creator of all. The One who holds all things in His hands. The One whose mercy is new every morning. The One who died for the sin of the world. The One who has overcome.

Proclaiming the Blood of the Lamb and by our testimony, we too overcome.

All is not lost! All is His. From the past, today, and tomorrow.

Sing of His power.

God is Good.

Perfection

2012-02-02T10:47:00.001-06:00

But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.
1 Corinthians 2:9

How amazing God is. Look at the perfect ball these dandelions make. Each seed fitting in just the right spot.

So are we! God has arranged His body, the church, to be so perfect. Our perfection is made in Christ. Following His example and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we fit exactly where we are supposed to be. Walking into the works God placed before us even before the foundation of the world. (Ephesians)

With alert expectation, watch for the wonderful plan of our Lord. He is not finished with us or this world. The plan is on countdown.

Pray, stay alert, watch and be ready.

God is Good!

God is Good

2012-02-01T09:24:00.000-06:00

Mornings Light!

Open your eyes and see the Goodness of God.

The enemy's most successful tool is to deceive the children of men that God is not good. That God is the cause of their problems.

What a lie!

Psalm 84:11
For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.

Hosea 3:5
Afterward shall the children of Israel return, and seek the LORD their God, and David their king; and shall fear the LORD and his goodness in the latter days.

Mark 10:18
And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God

Rejoice in the Lord. He is good.

The Body

2012-01-31T11:01:00.001-06:00

I pulled a back muscle the other day. Ouch! Since then the rest of my body has been taking care of the injured part.

1 Corinthians 12:14
For the body is not one member, but many.

In the picture, a little hard to tell, but it is a mass of black birds. And while they are individuals, they fly as one body.

1 Corinthians 12:18
But now hath God set the members every one of them in the body, as it hath pleased him.

The body of Christ, made up of believers of all nations, sizes, and ages. And like our physical body, when one is hurt, we all hurt. When one is blessed, we are all blessed.

So care for one another. Encourage one another. Bless one another.

Matt 25:45 ... Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to me.

Look at your brothers and sisters as well placed parts of the body. Set in place as it pleases God. Take care of one another. Serve one another. Help the body of Christ be all God designed it to be. Do your part, taking care not to covet the part another plays or mock the lowly part of another.

God is Good!

Oh What A Beautiful Morning...

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I love that song. Just sets my heart on happy.

Adam and Eve walked with God in the cool of the day. A perfect time to seek the Lord. To proclaim His goodness.

God is Good!

Throw off the covers of darkness and walk into His glorious Light.

Psalm 5:3
My voice shalt thou hear in the morning, O LORD; in the morning will I direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up.

Sing unto the Lord, proclaim His goodness and greet the day as one who is redeemed.

While we are in this world, there will be a day when we walk in paradise with our Lord. We are eternal. As good as it is on earth, it only gets better forever for those who know the Lord.

Live as if this is your last day on earth, Lives as if you live forever - for those in Christ have already entered into eternal life.

The Long Road

2012-01-28T10:39:00.000-06:00

I heard a speaker call this life our 'earth life' Like that. And the race we run in this earth life is a marathon not a sprint.

The long haul. A road full of twists and turns, changes that catch us off guard and throw us off kilter.

So, how do we get down that long road?

Remember you don't walk it alone.

Hebrews 13:5
Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.

God knows the path He has set before you. And HE is good.

And walk the path, one step at a time. Don't be discouraged by the missteps that will surely be taken. But remember He is with you.

What happens if the road comes to a split? Drop to your knees and pray. Ask the Lord for guidance. He sent us the Holy Spirit to teach us and comfort us.

Walk Christians walk! Boldly enter the arena of this life, carrying your witness with you and the Spirit inside you. And accomplish the works the Father has set before you.

Ephesians 2:10
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.

God is good!

The War Rages On

2012-01-27T10:10:00.001-06:00

You've heard the drill, two steps forward one step back or more. That we are in an epic struggle is not news to anyone. Who we battle is another story.

The battle is not with the obnoxious driver cutting you off, or with the snotty waiter who refuses to wait on you, or the catty woman at work who for no reason makes life hard for you.

No. They are not the enemy.

For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Ephesians 6:12-13

Put on the armor of God. Proclaim the Word of God over your circumstances. For the Word is our only weapon.

We do have an enemy. The devil and his legion of fallen angels. BUT Jesus defeated the devil and his works. God is greater and always will be.

Cover yourself in the Word, Pray, and Proclaim the Truth.

We win.

The Race

2012-01-26T10:31:00.001-06:00

Hebrews 12:1
Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,

My race. Writing and publishing my book. How's it going? AM I speeding around the corner? No.

But I am going according to the plan of the Lord. Writing is rewriting. To give the best to my Lord.

I find it interesting that in Hebrews we are told to run with patience. Taking time to sit at the feet of Jesus and those who have gone before me and learn. Learn to run true and straight.

James 4:10
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

Often while running our race, we will find that we are running on our knees.

God is Good!

And the rain came

2012-01-25T11:42:00.000-06:00

Ephesians 5:26
That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word,

I have stepped out, jumped the fence of tradition, and now come the attacks. Almost makes me laugh.

But does let me know I better put my armor on, keep my eyes on the path the Lord has set me on, and proclaim His Word over me and my writing.

For it is all to His glory. His Way.

Speak the Word aloud. Proclaim it to prince of the air and give notice that The Kingdom of My Lord Jesus Christ reigns.

Yes, if you are be assaulted by the enemy, Speak the Word of God over your house, household, your work, your life.

For in Him, we overcome by the blood of the Lamb and our testimonies.

God is Good!

And the Storm Comes

2012-01-24T08:49:00.000-06:00

Okay, I'm stepping out. And I see a storm coming. The winds of doubt rise and pummel me with "You can't do it. You're not good enough. Failure alert!"

What's a believer to do?

Look up! Trust. Believe. In Christ we are overcomers.

1 John 5:5
Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God?

I believe Jesus is the Son of God. I believe He has set my foot on this path. In Christ, I can do all things.

My God is good and has only good for me.

So I will keep on stepping out. Running the race set before me all for His Glory.

God is good. He is my anchor, the wind in my sails, and the love that gives me life.

God is Good.

In the Dark? Ask for Wisdom

2012-01-23T09:12:00.000-06:00

James 1:5

⁵If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

You're stepping out. Got your foot in midair and suddenly the ground in front of you has disappeared. Or worse those things you thought were stepping stones are really alligator heads.

Now what?
Fall to your knees and go to the One who knows all things. Ask for wisdom and know that He will give it to you. Develop ears to hear Him and listen.

God can shine light in the dark and guide you along the way.

Fear not. Ask. And Listen.

Stepping Out

2012-01-21T10:33:00.001-06:00

The dream is there. The idea, the hope. But they way to go is unclear.

And that is why God made faith.

Hebrews 11:1
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

Faith is for what we can't do on our own. Faith is reaching into the Kingdom of Heaven and pulling out hope to step out where there is no step.

Hebrews 11:6
But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.

The Lord delights in us when we reach for His hand. Acknowledging that we need Him. Trust Him. Love Him.

Reach out today. Take that first faith step. And rejoice for He is.

God loves you. He is for you. And has placed things inside you for you to do. Things that are beyond your ability. Things that you will need to ask Him for help.

Do it! Step out!

Look Up!

2012-01-20T08:58:00.001-06:00

Look Up!

Psalm 5:3
My voice shalt thou hear in the morning, O LORD; in the morning will I direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up.

Mornings, time to renew. Start again. Reset our lives under the love and mercy of God.

Yesterdays trials and failures, are yesterdays. Today, this morning, is new. An God's love and mercy is new every morning.

Trust God. Go to Him and bare your soul, your doubts, misgivings, failures. And receive forgiveness, mercy, and courage to begin a new day.

Look up, receive from your Father in Heaven, and live for the Lord.

Luke 21:28
And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.

He sees you

2012-01-19T11:16:00.002-06:00

God knows.

He sees what you're going through.
He sees your praise and love for others.
He sees the chains that bind you and holds out His hands to free you.

God knows.

Turn to Him.
Repent and humble yourselves in His Grace.
Let His mercy cover you and set you free.

God knows.

And He loves you.

Pleasing God

2012-01-18T10:18:00.000-06:00

Can we please God? How hard is it? What does it require?

Hebrews 11:6
But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.

Faith is the starting place. God sent His Son, Jesus, that we might be redeemed. Reconciliation between man and God is not possible without knowing Jesus and be known by Him. When we enter the family of God through the blood of Jesus, by being born again, we please God.

^{Hebrew 13:15-16}

¹⁵By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name. ¹⁶But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.

Praise to the One True God - pleases God. When our hearts open to Him and Praise Him, Grateful that He is, acknowledging that He is the Creator of all things. And that HE is Good.

It's not hard to please God. And the closer you get to Him, the more you know Him, the more you will please Him.

Psalm 37:4

⁴Delight thyself also in the LORD: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

No Murmuring

2012-01-17T10:52:00.000-06:00

Philippians 2:14

¹⁴Do all things without murmurings and disputings:

Murmurings - From Thayer's Lexicon - it means a secret debate - a secret displeasure

Disputings - The thinking of a man disputing with himself. Inward reasoning.

In other words, do it 100%. No backing down, no second guessing.

To do otherwise is to be double minded. Obedience to the Lord is not contingent on how we feel about it.

Jesus never questioned the Father. He only did what he saw the Father do. He did pray in the garden

Luke 22:42

⁴²Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.

And Jesus obeyed the Father never looking back or the to left or right, and did just as the Father asked.

Most of the fight we have in a project is in reasoning if we should do it or not. Do we want to or not.

Put away the secret debate. The inward reasoning and do the Will of the Father.

Remember God is Good!

The Grand Story

2012-01-16T09:37:00.003-06:00

The True story of God and mankind. Creator and created. Packed with action, wisdom, and hope.

Moral - Man was never meant to live this life without God. There are two paths - the narrow one, following after God and His Goodness. Or the wide one - man following his base nature. Driven by lust and greed. It doesn't end well for these goats.

In the beginning, God created the heaven and the earth and eventually man. All was good. Man and woman walked with God, until the evil Satan tempted them. Lying to Adam and Eve, the Serpent told them God was holding out on them.

The first lie - God is not good. You lack and deserve more.

Adam and Eve swallowed the lie, were cast out of paradise, entered the life of death.

BUT God wasn't finished. He knew what would happen and had already made provision to woo his creation back into fellowship with Him. He promised the woman her seed would crush the enemy's head.

And Adam and Eve believed and waited. Their sons and daughters waited. And at the right time, God sent His only begotten Son that whoever believed on Him might not perish and have eternal life.

And the Son died for the sin of the world, and rose again from the dead on the third day, defeating the enemy of God and man. Through God's Son, Jesus, man was assured of eternal life. Entrance to the kingdom of God and the promise of right standing in the eye of the Father by believing on Jesus.

Restoration of mankind through Jesus. In Christ, you have all you need. In fact He came to give those who believed abundant life that would never be taken away.

Jesus defeated the enemy.

Little battles continue as the Believers, the Church, learn to overcome the evil one.

But one day, soon, Jesus returns and the last great battle is fought. Satan and his followers will be thrown into the lake of fire. And the Believers will enter the New Jerusalem.

God is Good. Know this, believe it, and live as overcomers.

The end? Well, there is no end. Life everlasting. Eternal life has no end.

Moon thoughts

2012-01-14T09:18:00.000-06:00

LOL The moon was caught still up by the sun rising!

The moon is the lesser light. [Gen 1:6]
In reality, its only light is a reflection from the light of the sun. The greater light [Gen 1:6]

So are we, who are in Christ. Our light is but a reflection of the Son of God in us. God's glory shining through us as we are in His Presence.

Moses, after going up the mountain and being in God's presence, when he came back down his face shone. So brightly he had to wear a veil as the people were afraid of him.
[Gen 34]

Let your light shine!

Matthew 5:16
Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

Mystery

2012-01-13T10:00:00.000-06:00

A cloud struck with color in the afternoon. Odd, pretty, a mystery to me.

1 Corinthians 15:51
Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed,

Colossians 1:27

²⁷To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory:

What greater mystery is there than the God of all abiding in us? Christ in you - if you have believed.

The hope of glory! Life on this is earth is not all there is. Life as we see with earthly eyes is not all there is.

Jesus came that we might have life more abundantly. We, in Christ, are already eternal.

Live! Rejoice that HE is in us and has a greater plan for us than we can imagine.

Live!

Rejoice! He is Good.

2012-01-12T09:13:00.000-06:00

Psalm 5:11
But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee.

Psalm 33:1
Rejoice in the LORD, O ye righteous: for praise is comely for the upright.

No matter your circumstances, God is good. No matter the outcome, God is good. No matter how it looks, God is good.
In fact, there is none good but God.

The hissing lie of the enemy sows the seeds of doubt that maybe God is not good.

Rebuke that lie.

Settle it once for all time. God is good. His love never fails. And know that God loves you.

Jesus is the proof.

God is good!

Man Fear?

2012-01-11T09:03:00.001-06:00

I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, and set me in a large place. The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? Psalm 118:5-6

The hours and efforts spent to please man are but a waste. Usually entangling us in more trouble rather than the affirmation we desire.

What would the church be like if we got hold of the idea that God and God alone is our fortress, provision, help in times of trouble, and the One whom we are to please?
Worship the Lord.
Proclaim His Goodness.
Live as Children of the Living God!

None Else!

2012-01-10T10:28:00.000-06:00

Isaiah 45:6
That they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is none beside me. I am the LORD, and there is none else.

Wow! Think how amazing the church would be if this was the way we lived.

This day, I choose to live like there is nothing else other than the Lord.

He is all in all. Nothing exists or will be without Him.

None Else.
God alone. He sets my life. Created me for the works that He purposed before the foundation of the world.

NONE ELSE!

Ears to Hear

2012-01-09T11:32:00.000-06:00

Mark 4:24

²⁴And he said unto them, Take heed (Consider) what ye hear: with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you: and unto you that hear shall more be given.

Matthew 10:27
What I tell you in darkness, that speak ye in light: and what ye hear in the ear, that preach ye upon the housetops.

What and Who are we listening to?

IF you have ears to hear God, then you are responsible for sharing what He tells you. How will the world know the Lord, if we don't tell them?

Train your ears to hear and your mouth to proclaim the Goodness of God.

The world is dying to hear it.

Out of This World

2012-01-07T12:17:00.001-06:00

Matthew 3:2
And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.

We struggle between heaven and earth. It is God's heavenly kingdom we long for. But our flesh is tied to the earth.

As sure as gravity holds our feet to the ground, our flesh, marred by sin, lusts after the carnal things.

If in doubt, see what happens when someone takes something of yours.

Jesus overcame the world. He did nothing but what He saw the Father do. Looking up, he let go of the desires of the flesh and nailed sin to the cross.

In this season, look up. Seek the Lord and see what HE is saying and telling you to do. Read the Word that it soak deep into your soul. For we who are born again, are born of the Spirit. We have a heavenly kingdom and King.

Let go your grasp on the things of this world and spread your arms wide, hands open, to praise the Almighty. The One True God.

Our Father is in heaven.

Dog Tired?

2012-01-06T12:44:00.000-06:00

Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 1 Peter 1:13

How many times does our strength faint just when we have the most to do?

Our Father knows we tire. He left us many verses to perk us up, encouraging us to overcome. Rise above our feelings and get done what needs to get done. Believe what needs to be believed. Overcome the obstacles.

Nehemiah 8:10
Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our LORD: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength.

If you're tired - shout praise to Most High. The One who strengthens us. The One who gives us Life.

Rise up and run the race set before you. Fight the good fight!

On the Line

2012-01-05T08:31:00.000-06:00

Unity
You've seen them, swarms of blackbirds flying as one mass. Chirping away encouragement for one another.

But they do act in unison. They fly as one mass. Unity.

Unity. How often we hear that word in the church.

Unity can come in several ways. Tyranny, whether by cults or governments, brings a forced unity.

But the body of Christ comes by the Spirit or Faith.

Ephesians 4:3
Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.

Ephesians 4:13
Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ:

Pray for ears to hear and eyes to see that you make walk in the unity of the Spirit and faith. Walk as Christ walked in perfect Unity with the Father and the Spirit.

Psalm 133:1
Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!

Reflect

2012-01-04T08:02:00.000-06:00

He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? Micah 6:8

Reflect- from a Latin word meaning to bend back.
Basically - we are to mirror God. Reflect His image to a darkened world. Any light we have is but a reflection of God's Light. There is no other.

Matthew 5:16
Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

Live that others may see Him.

Make a Splash!

2012-01-03T10:00:00.000-06:00

For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; Titus 2:11-12

Just as anyone who has sight would 'wow' at this sunset.

So, too, will those who live for God make a splash in dark world.

AS we live to lift Jesus up, others will be drawn to Him. Be ready with your testimony. Guard your hearts and minds, and make a Splash!

A new Year -- A Clean Slate

2012-01-02T09:47:00.000-06:00

2012

A brand New Year!

Start it with a clean slate.

Psalm 51:10
Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.

Mark 1:15
And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.

Acts 3:19
Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord.

Start the New Year under the Blood of Jesus. Let His Word wash you and make you new.

And Rejoice that God so Loved the World that He gave His only Son that Whosoever believed would not perish but have eternal life.

Step into the New Year as a New creation.

2 Corinthians 5:17
Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.

Make Ready for the New

2011-12-31T11:42:00.002-06:00

Good bye 2011

Hello 2012!!!

Blessings and God's peace to you all.

Praying this new year will be bright and full of hope.
That the Lord would be your delight.

That He would cause His face to shine on you.

That we all would learn to walk in His ways and rejoice in His
Glorious presence.

Come Lord Jesus!

Isaiah 43:16, 18-19
“Thus saith the LORD, which maketh a way in the sea, and a path in the mighty waters; Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.”

Blue Skies

2011-12-30T09:06:00.001-06:00

These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. John 16:33

No matter the weather, the blue skies are there.

No matter the trouble, Jesus gave us His Peace.

No matter the fight, Jesus overcame the world and in Him so do we.

Look above the fray and know that Jesus is with you, giving you peace, and with Him the troubles are overcome.

We win!

Liberty?

2011-12-29T09:44:00.001-06:00

Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound

Galatians 5:1
Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.

In Christ, we are free. But do we live like it?

Check your worries, and you'll find a chain and a lie wrapped around your neck.

Psalm 119:45
And I will walk at liberty: for I seek thy precepts.

It's in Christ we find liberty and walking in His Way where liberty is actualized.

Study His Word and walk in the Blood-bought Liberty Christ won for you.

The End of the Year

2011-12-28T08:20:00.000-06:00

Not quite the end, but just enough time left to sort out what was learned, accomplished, or even regretted in a year.

And time to think on what we want to do in the coming year.

What's 2012 to you?

Not just resolutions, but seek the desires deep in your soul. Dust them off, look at them. And ASK!
Psalm 37:4

⁴Delight thyself also in the LORD: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

So these four days we have left of 2011, let's seek what it is the Lord would have for us. What we desire to be. And ask for wisdom to make it happen. Small and large ideas set your sights and ask the Creator to show you ways to bring them about.

2012 - Get READY

Immerse

2011-12-27T08:50:00.000-06:00

Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:
Psalm 103:1-2

Immerse yourself in the Word of God. Get a good Bible - the Good Book - and dive in.

Pray and ask the Holy Spirit to teach and guide you. That the eyes of your heart are open to God's Divine revelation.

In these precarious times, we need to know the truth. For deception is here and will come in like a flood even into the church in the name of trying to grow numbers and keep people going to church.

But Jesus didn't die for man to make a religion.

HE died and rose again that we might live an abundant life following His way and His words.

Matthew 7:14
Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.

Read the Word, immerse yourself in His truth, and fellowship with Believers.

Soar!

2011-12-26T15:13:00.000-06:00

Soaring birds.

To take to the air and fly above the obstacles, how nice that would be.

BUT WAIT!

We just celebrated Christmas. God with us.

Jesus come to give us abundant life.

So how do we fly?

Believe the Word. Speak it.

Look past the obstacle and into the Kingdom of Heaven where our Lord Reigns. His word is truth.

Need Hope - Psalm 42:5
Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted in me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him for the help of his countenance.

Healing - Isaiah 53:5

But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.

Blessings - Psalm 34:8

O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.

Know the truth of His Word. Seek Him, and know that you are not alone. Put on your armor Ephesians 6. AND overcome.

If you are in Christ, you win. Eternal life is yours. Now and forevermore.

Jesus loves you. And His love never fails.

LIGHT!

2011-12-24T09:44:00.000-06:00

Psalm 43:3
O send out thy light and thy truth: let them lead me; let them bring me unto thy holy hill, and to thy tabernacles.

Man in darkness cried out for the light. From the time of Adam and Eve after the fall, they yearned for the promise. The Savior who would come and reunite them to relationship with the Father.

Isaiah 60:1
Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee.

People watched. They were told He was coming. Then 2000 years ago, two babes, one a witness for the Light to come, and on that first Christmas the Light was born in human flesh. God and man in one child.

John 1:7
The same came for a witness, to bear witness of the Light, that all men through him might believe

And Jesus, the Light of mankind, God with us, showed the way. And died for our sins.
Matthew 5:14
Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.

And Rose from dead, Alive forevermore. Placing His Light in those who believed on Him. To be His witnesses.

Ephesians 5:8
For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light:

Today, you carry that Light. Shine that those groping in despair and hopelessness can see His Light.

Our Redeemer Lives!

2011-12-23T08:11:00.001-06:00

Matthew 1:21
And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.

What a marvelous mystery. Prophesied from the beginning, fulfilled 2000 years ago, and coming again.

Jesus. The mention of His name in faith causes demons to flee, the righteous to praise, and the unbelievers to react.

God humbling Himself to become flesh and enjoin His creation. To become one of us, with us, and in us.

He is the Way, the Truth, and the Light of mankind.
Reconciling man to God.

The breach that the fall of Adam caused, bridged by the cross of Christ, and causing believers to become new creations by His rising.

Rejoice, for unto you a Savior was born in Bethlehem. The Law fulfilled in one life. That any who believe on Him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Our Redeemer, our Savior, JESUS.

Morning!

2011-12-22T09:49:00.002-06:00

Isaiah 50:4 ... he wakeneth morning by morning, he wakeneth mine ear to hear as the learned.

Praise the Lord for He is good and worthy of all praise.

He wakens His saints. His sweet Words of Life whispering in their ears.

Look and see that the Lord is Good. He fires up the day. Waking the World with His warmth.

And as in the ancient days of the new earth, He walks with those who know Him. And is there for those who seek Him. Always wooing the prodigals, always showering His love and kindness on the lost to bring them to repentance.

Eternal life He offers. Love unconditional born in a manger, spread out on a cross to redeem, and risen forevermore to give the Hope of Glory.

Awake! Rejoice! and Listen!

Standing Tall

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Psalm 20:8
They are brought down and fallen: but we are risen, and stand upright.

1 Corinthians 2:5
That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.

Ephesians 6:14
Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;

Stand, Christians, Stand!

The forces of this world want us to sit down, be quiet, don't say that J word.

You've heard the drill -'I don't like it when they force their belief down our throats.'

But by being quiet, aren't Christians bowing to their beliefs or unbeliefs?

Think of blind Bartimaeus, crying loudly to the Lord. He was told to be quiet. Hush! But he received his sight because he ignored the world and cried loudly to the Lord. Mark 10:45-47

If you celebrate Christmas, the birth of the Savior, then say Merry Christmas. This isn't happy holiday season. This is the time we remember why we have hope.

The time that we remember who redeemed us.

The time that we remember God humbling himself into flesh, a child. To grow and lead us to eternal life.

No this is not a time to be silent. To bow to the pressures of the world. Let them go on in their blindness. But we who are the redeemed should say so. and Loudly!.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Two or More

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Jesus left us with the Great Commission - Go and tell, make disciples, preach the Word.

But as we tell others of the Good News, we need to remember we are not in this alone.

The Holy Spirit is working on hearts, and ultimately it is between each person and the Lord.

No one can make another person be a believer. There is only one way to be Born Again into the new life and that is through Belief.

We can speak the Word. some will plow hard hearts, other water readied soil, and others reap the harvest.

What we can do is be ready with the Word and Pray. Don't be stressed. You can't change a person, that is God's job. We are a team.

In Ephesians, there is a prayer that Paul prayed. If you have someone you're concerned about - pray this prayer and insert their name where appropriate.

EPH 1:16-23

¹⁶Cease not to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers;

¹⁷That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him:

¹⁸The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints,

¹⁹And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power,

²⁰Which he wrought in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set him at his own right hand in the heavenly places,

²¹Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come:

²²And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church,

²³Which is his body, the fulness of him that filleth all in all.

This season, tell others of the Good News and pray that they see with the eyes of their hearts and are born again.

See the Good

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Okay, Blogger is changing things around. I am determined to see the good. : )
In Jeremiah 17 - see many parallels for our land and the times we live in. What really stood out to me was in Jer 17:6b ...and shall not see when good comes.

And this is a result of trusting in man and the strength of the flesh.

This Christmas season, watch how we as a people are set up for disappointment. What do you want and what are you going to get. Commercials assault us with all sorts of tempting goodies, toys, and desires. Look at Occupy Wall Street, whose mantra may as well be 'give me' and 'it's not fair' - poster children for the generation who can't see when good comes. Can't see that God is good. Can't see that man does not have the answers they seek.

Truth - God is Good. Trust Him and see that it is good.

This season - give God the gift only He is worthy of. The gift of Praise and Worship. The gift of your heart, making room for Him amidst the clutter of these crazy times.

See the Good. Make a list. And Praise the King of Kings. Born to us in Bethlehem some 2000 years ago. God's gift to mankind.

See the Good.

GOLD

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Matthew 2:11
And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense and myrrh.

Gold - a gift for a King.

The Wise men recognized Jesus as a King.

Matthew 2:2
Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.

Who is Jesus to you?

A baby in a manger? A good man? Wise teacher? Prophet of God?

As you bring your gifts to Him this Christmas (and everyday) take thought to who He is.

He is the King of Kings. The only begotten Son of God. The Prince of Peace. The Lord of Lords. The Alpha and the Omega. God with us. The Lion of Judah. The Lamb of God that takes away the sin of the world. The First born from the dead. The Life, the Way, and the Truth.

Consider whom you seek.

The Wise men did.

Bright Hope

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Colossians 1:27
To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory:

What is Christmas all about?

The Presence of God in whosoever believes on Jesus as the only begotten Son of God.

It's the Light come into the world to show us the Way.

It's the Presence of God not the Presents.

The Peace between God and Man, Not peace on earth.

The Gift from God, that none need perish because HE sent His Son to redeem mankind to eternal life.

Today, this day, Rejoice for the Lord is come. The King of Glory born to die and rise again that any who believe in Him might have eternal life.

Today is a day of Hope, of Life, of the Glory of God.

REJOICE!!!

Tis the Season

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Wintry blue skies to the north, promising cooler weather. Leaves fall as trees ready for winter. The plants and animals know the season.

Do we?

Ecclesiastes 3:1
To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:

Matthew 16:3
... but can ye not discern the signs of the times?

It's Christmas season. Family, presents, lights, peace on earth -- right?

Partly.

It is also the season to search your heart. It is time to make room for Jesus?

It is time to make Him the star of your life? The main focus. Time to fill your voice with praise to Holy One. Time to seek His Presence. Time to give Him all of our hearts, mind, strength.

Many believe we are in the last days.

Whether that season is now or a thousand years from now, this is the season to

Acts 3:19
Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord.

Rivers of Living Water

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John 7:38
He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.

Revelation 22:1
And he shewed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God and of the Lamb.

We need water to live. Fresh water.

And we need the pure spiritual water to give life.

Only by the Holy Spirit do we have this living water flowing in us. Not of our own strength or might, but only by the sacrifice of Jesus and believing in Him.

The world is dry and thirsty for life.

Sit at the feet of the Lord and let His Word fill you until you are overflowing with Waters of Life. And as you are filled with Life don't be surprised when people are drawn to you. Life will seek water. And when the Son of Man is lifted up, He will draw others to Himself. People will come to you. Be drawn to the one whose heart is drawing on the power and life of the Lord.

Be ready to pour His love on an unlovely world. If you are in Christ, the river of life is flowing in you. Freely you've been given, so freely give.

You gotta have Heart

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1 Samuel 12:24
Only fear the LORD, and serve him in truth with all your heart:...

Exodus 35:35
Them hath he filled with wisdom of heart,...

The last verse is concerning the craftsmen in building the tabernacle.

The Lord desires people who will follow Him with all their hearts.

God loved David because he was a man after God's own heart.

Psalm 51:10
Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.

Luke 12:34
For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.

This Christmas season, check your hearts and see that there is room for Him. Ask the Lord to create a clean heart and set your hearts after Him. Filled with His Word.

A clean heart will lead to a joy, peace, and love.

And that's the Truth!

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Truth.

John 18:38
Pilate saith unto him, What is truth?

And truth was standing in front of him. But like Pilate, many don't recognize truth. Many accept the modern idea that everyone has their own truth.

Sad, because if that were true, the world would be chaos.

Jesus is the Word and Word became flesh

John 1 ¹In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

The Bible, the written word of God, is our compass. A compass to lead people to the wonders of a loving God.

Wisdom to tell us how to live.

2 Timothy 3:16
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:

Have you read the Bible? Studied it?

Dig into the Word of God. As you sit down, ask the Holy Spirit to read it with you. He is our teacher. And be prepared to have the eyes of your heart opened.

Did you know archaeologists of today study the Bible to find ancient cities?
God caused an ax head to float in the river. 2 Kings 4:6
When animals first had fear of man. After the flood - read Genesis
Peleg; for in his days was the earth divided Gen 10:25
Psalm 22 describes the crucifixion of Christ long before there were crucifixions

Find a reading schedule that fits your time and commit to reading the Word of God. A new year is coming and it would be a good time to dive into God's manual for our lives.

The Promise

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Two thousand years ago, the children of Israel were anticipating the coming of the Messiah.

They knew the words in the scriptures. Born of a virgin (Isa 7:14) Seed of a woman (Genesis 3:15) A descendant of Abraham of the tribe of Judah, in David's line, Born in Bethlehem. and on.

Here's a link to some of the prophecies concerning the Messiah and Jesus fulfilled them all

http://www.allabouttruth.org/messianic-prophecy.htm

Excitement was growing, the people were on the lookout.

And many missed Him.

Let excitement rise in your hearts. The Lord is, was, and is coming again. Let this Christmas season be one of seeking Him. Rejoicing that HE is King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

And receive Him as your King and Lord of your heart.

Let us come adore Him. The Promise fulfilled. The Way, Truth and Life.

Don't miss it.

Where is God on the hard days?

2011-12-09T08:49:00.003-06:00

We've all had them. Some more than most. Some worse than others. But they do come.

Whether your house in foreclosure, your husband just lost his job, or the whole country is in bankruptcy where is the hope?

Maybe you or your child is facing a life threatening illness. Maybe you were molested as a child by someone you respected.

Bad things do happen in this world to good people.

Years ago my mother was in the hospital dying from liver cancer. I remember sitting there looking at her. Wondering and I remarked to myself 'This is not fun.' Never expecting an answer.

But the answer did come. The second my thoughts stopped a 'voice' in my midst thundered

"Even in this, I AM."

God was with me, with my mom. HE was here. It still hurt, but I was not alone. And though my mother's body died, I know that she lives. I did not lose her, she passed into Glory and lives with the Great I AM.

Hebrews 13:5
... for he hath said, I will never leave thee, norforsake thee.

God is with us, regardless of what is happening in our lives. His promise, His Word, to walk us through the journey we are on. Take heart, you are not alone. You will get through the hard days and HE will forever be at your side.

Friends

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Proverbs 18:24
A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.

John 15:14
Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you.

John 15:13
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.

Friends are a blessing. They encourage, love, hold you up when you're falling down, and give reality checks when you're puffed up.

Jesus considers us friends - if we do what He commands.

We need friends and need to be a friend to others.

Rejoice in the friendships you have. They are gifts from God. To be treasured and nurtured. Valued and enjoyed.

Tell a friend what they mean to you today.

What is Christmas all about?

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John 11:25 Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:

This time of year, many try to put into words what Christmas means. I think the verse above spells it out.

What excitement! Can you imagine the scene in heaven before Christ's birth? So exciting and profound that angels came to announce His birth.

A star was set in the heavens to guide wisemen to the place of His birth.

Everything was ready. The time was right for the birth of the Savior of the World.

And heaven and earth waited for the King of Kings to grace the abode of men. And in coming, Jesus, Immanuel, = God with us.

Get excited! For many this season will be their time of receiving the King. Send out the invitations. There are still those wisemen seeking the Lord. Be very excited. For the King of Kings Reigns. And HE is coming again.

Rejoice

Persevere

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Persevere - to remain constant, maintain a purpose despite difficulty.

Theses trees survived a long, hot, Texas Drought. And are sporting their colors to declare they made it. They are in their glory.

Glory doesn't come cheaply.

Jesus paid the ultimate price. Not just death on a cross, but the death of separation from the Father. And then rose from the dead into Glory Everlasting.

John 17:5
And now, O Father, glorify thou me with thine own self with the glory which I had with thee before the world was.

Don't lose faith, persevere, and remain constant in the purpose of the Gospel. And His glory will shine in and around you. Not that you can boast in yourself, but in the Goodness of God.

Jeremiah 9:24
But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the LORD which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the LORD.

What's in a Name?

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Song of Solomon 2:1
I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys.

The following is from http://smilegodlovesyou.org/names.html

An extensive list of the names of God.

Pick a few and meditate on them.

IF you're in need of healing:

JEHOVAH-RAPHA.........Exodus 15:26
meaning "The Lord our healer"

In need of provision
JEHOVAH-JIREH.........Genesis 22:13-14
meaning "The Lord will provide"

In need of peace:
JEHOVAH-SHALOM........Judges 6:24
meaning "The Lord is peace"

God is All. Almighty, Alpha and Omega, Life, the Way, the Truth, Light, Deliverer, our Redeemer, Prince of Peace, Eternal God, the Great I AM,

Check out His name. Look them up in Scripture, and Rejoice that He is our God.

Fog

2011-12-03T08:58:00.003-06:00

I love the quiet blanket of misty white air. We don't see it often in Texas. So when it does come it is a treat.

But not pretty if it is the state of mind. On a clear day you can see for miles, but fog clouds the vision.

In the mind, it distracts your focus. Like a ship drifting on a foggy ocean, you can't get your bearings. The sun, moon, and stars disappear.

So too is our spirit when we allow the fog of the world to dull our spiritual eyes and ears.

How does that happen?

Ezekiel 12:2
Son of man, thou dwellest in the midst of a rebellious house, which have eyes to see, and see not; they have ears to hear, and hear not: for they are a rebellious house.

Rebellion is one clue. How are you doing with authorities? Are you allowing rebellion to exist in your house? Your heart?

Spend time in the Word and in the Presence of the Lord. He is salve to the eyes and can set your ears to hear His small voice.

The church of Laodicea in Revelation was in a fog. Neither hot or cold they were lukewarm.

¹⁴And unto the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write; These things saith the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of the creation of God;

¹⁵I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot.

¹⁶So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.

¹⁷Because thou sayest, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing; and knowest not that thou art wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked:

¹⁹As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.

²⁰Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.

²¹To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne.

²²He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.

It is time to come out of the spiritual fog. Pray for ears that hear and eyes that see and willing hearts to obey.

Tis the Season

2011-12-02T08:04:00.005-06:00

Trees blush, the grass whitens, and cold air sweeps down from the north.

Fall is about to give way to winter.

John 10

²¹Others said, These are not the words of him that hath a devil. Can a devil open the eyes of the blind?

²²And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication, and it was winter.

This is right after Jesus tells of the Good Shepherd. The people were divided. A few verses later Jesus proclaims.

³⁰I and my Father are one.

The people took up stones to throw at Him and He escaped out of their hand and went away to the Jordan where many recognized His miracles and believed.

What season are we in? Surely, many throw words of stone at Jesus. Failing to recognize the miracle of His birth, they don't believe. In fact, the world is intent on wiping Christ from all public discourse. It is an offense to those who do not believe.

As the grass has whitened, so are the fields of harvest. Winter is upon us, this season, be ready to give account of Who it is you believe. Tell of the wonderful things the Lord has done, and I believe we will see many believe in Jesus, the Son of God, born of a virgin in a manger in Bethlehem.

The season of winter is coming.

Shout of His coming. And His coming again.

The Look from Down Under - and I'm not talking OZ

2011-12-01T09:15:00.003-06:00

Woke up under a mound of things that need to be done. I don't do lists. Tried but the things never got erased and would just show up day after day.

Peeking out from under a mound of paper and mess, I wonder just how do I dig my way out?

My Plan - seek the Lord. God sent His Holy Spirit to lead, teach, guide, and comfort us.

So here's the plan so far.

Dump the excuses.

Luke 14:18
And they all with one consent began to make excuse.

Excuses didn't work then and they don't work now. Instead - I can do all things in Christ.

Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Be accountable -- Time is a gift, a talent in Bible terms even. What I do with it determines what I will accomplish.
Journal my time -- Write down what I spend my time doing. Yikes - I am sure I will find wasted minutes, hours even -- Games, FB, TV,
Seek the Lord and establish His goals for me. He has called me to write - so write I must do. His goals come first and are not the leftovers.
Rejoice in Him. He knows what will happen, what I need to do.

In this busy time, make your minutes count. Choose to do something with your time. Choose to put God first. Choose to keep Jesus the reason for the season.

Choose wisely.

Mindful

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I love this tree. Don't know what kind it is but it's beautiful.

Which brings me to the days word that popped in my head. Mindful.

Mindful according to Webster's means aware.

one of the synonyms listed is alive.

I like to play with words and I look at Mindful and wonder just what is my mind full of?

1 Chronicles 16:15
Be ye mindful always of his covenant; the word which he commanded to a thousand generations;

This season take a break and do a mind check. Where is it? And what is it full of?

Has the news taken over, or the fact the God is God of all things?

What presents to buy or His Holy Presence?

Words someone spoke to you that caused hurt, or Words of Life from your Father in Heaven.

Be mindful of what you are filling your mind with.

Rejoice for the Lord has come and is coming again!

A Year!

2011-11-29T09:20:00.003-06:00

I have posted this blog for a year now. I do take Sundays off, holidays, and some vacations, but for me to do this consistently is nothing short of a miracle.

My office is full of journals that say -I am going to write everyday. And the next post is 6 months later : )

BUT God had another idea. He woke me a year ago and put it in my heart to do a 100 days with the Son. Get up, watch the sun rise and read His word.

After a 100 days - I didn't want to stop. So I am still going.

What have I learned? God is faithful. HE meets me every morning. Even when my eyes are still glued shut from night's sleep. Even when I am in a not so nice mood. Even when I come to my desk with nothing at all to offer.

And it is on those days, when His Spirit breaks through the chaos of this world and shines His light on His Word and His Way.

Rejoice in the Lord. For He is truly God of all, Creator of all, and wonderful in every way. It is my prayer that you are blessed by my journey with the Lord.

Have a blessed day.

Psalm 136:1,26 O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. O give thanks unto the God of heaven: for his mercy endureth for ever.”

God is Good

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Fall's glory resting on a treetop. This tree sporting it's glory went through a horrendous drought this year. Still in it in fact. But it's colors shout to the glory of God. The drought will end. God is faithful.

Psalm 100 ¹Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. ²Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. ³Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. ⁴Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. ⁵For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.

Mark 10:18
... there is none good but one, that is, God.

Faith hinges on our belief that God is good. Our trust is wrapped in knowing that God is able to help us.

When faith wavers and doubts overtake you, stop and listen. Seek where your heart is and what you believe about God. IS He still good? Is HE still capable?

Doubts live in disbelief. They hiss in your ear - "God is not good. God is not able."

God is good. Seek Him. Ask Him. Knock on the door of His tabernacle and know that HE is good. He will answer. We may not get our way, but we can trust that God is good. Always. Forever.

Hanging On

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Calm skies fill with warning clouds, thunder, and lightning. The wind blows, temperature drops, and a tempest is born.

Like the weather, life can change in an instant. A peaceful day blown by winds of change and turned into a time of fear and heartache.

What is a Christian to do?

In Matthew 8:23-25 Jesus slept through the storm.

Acts 12:6 Peter slept while in chains in prison.

Jeremiah 29:11-15 ¹¹For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.

Peace comes with Knowing God, His Word, and His Promises.

Grab hold of the Lord, memorize and meditate on His Word. And trust.

Ephesians 6:10-12 ¹⁰Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. ¹¹Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.

Where are we going?

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1 Thessalonians 2:12
That ye would walk worthy of God, who hath called you unto his kingdom and glory.

Matthew 4:17
From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.

2 Corinthians 5:1-2
For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.

2 For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven:

2 Timothy 4:18
And the Lord shall deliver me from every evil work, and will preserve me unto his heavenly kingdom: to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

1 Peter 1:4
To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you,

Life on earth is temporary but determines our eternal life.

In Christ, we are assured eternal life in His heavenly kingdom.

Rejoice! Eternal life is ours. Even now.

Be not Offended

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Proverbs 18:19
A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.

Matthew 11:6
And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me.

Psalm 119:165 ¹⁶⁵Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.
Mark 9:42 ⁴²And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea.
In our culture with it's 'rights' and 'entitlement' mentality, one thing is for sure - people are offended over everything.
The Name of Jesus sets many off. They aren't blessed.
Thanksgiving is tomorrow. Families will gather. Be wise in your words. Abundant with God's love. Quick to give and quicker to forgive. Guard your heart from taking offense. Very little really matters. I mean seriously, does it really matter if the Cowboys when the game or not?
Bless the food. Enjoy your family. And be the light of the World, honoring the name of Jesus with your words and actions.
Enjoy the Holiday tomorrow and Give Thanks to the One who is worthy.

What did Jesus do?

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Matthew 11:4-6 ⁴Jesus answered and said unto them, Go and shew John again those things which ye do hear and see:

⁵The blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, the dead are raised up, and the poor have the gospel preached to them.

⁶And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me.

These were the credentials Jesus used to assure John the Baptist that He was the Messiah.

Jesus quoted Isaiah 61:1-3 in the temple

Luke 4:17-19

¹⁷And there was delivered unto him the book of the prophet Esaias. And when he had opened the book, he found the place where it was written, ¹⁸The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised,

¹⁹To preach the acceptable year of the Lord.

This is what Jesus came to do and what He did.

Well, we have our assignments. Put on the Armor of God (Ephesians 6)Be prayed up, filled with His Holy Spirit, and go as you hear the Lord command.

When the church takes on the mantle of Christ and goes in His power and anointing, then will the world see the Glory of the Lord.