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Thursday, January 31, 2013
Do Not Dwell on It, Let It Go (1.31.13)
Memories of the past have popped up
again.
People have told you that you should be over all of this drama but you still feel embarrassment.
The reason these things keep coming up in your mind is that you have not properly dealt with these issues.
I know you have forgiven, but you cant seem to forget. Certain situations trigger these issues in your heart, and then you have to forgive yourself, and those that were involved, all over again.
Don't keep dwelling on it. When these situations come up, just simply choose to forgive again. Continue this process over and over until the power of these things will lose its sting, and eventually go away. Then the issues will be only a memory, with no emotional down side.
If you don't forgive and forget, neither will the LORD forgive you for your trespasses.
People have told you that you should be over all of this drama but you still feel embarrassment.
The reason these things keep coming up in your mind is that you have not properly dealt with these issues.
I know you have forgiven, but you cant seem to forget. Certain situations trigger these issues in your heart, and then you have to forgive yourself, and those that were involved, all over again.
Don't keep dwelling on it. When these situations come up, just simply choose to forgive again. Continue this process over and over until the power of these things will lose its sting, and eventually go away. Then the issues will be only a memory, with no emotional down side.
If you don't forgive and forget, neither will the LORD forgive you for your trespasses.
Then Peter came and said to Him, "Lord, how often
shall my brother sin against me and I forgive him? Up to seven times?" Jesus
said to him, "I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times
seven." - Matthew 18:21-22
Remember this: There is nothing that you will face today that the Lord can't bring you through.
Thank God for what you have, Trust God for what you need
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Four Secrets (1.30.13)
Tell a child you have a
secret, and you have his undivided attention.
All of us children, big and little, young and old, love secrets.
We love to hear secrets and we love to tell them. : )
Churches have so many secrets, that they have to hire someone to keep track of them.
They call her a SECRETary. Our church has four.
Today, I am opening the vault and revealing four of the best kept secrets in the Kingdom of God.
All of us children, big and little, young and old, love secrets.
We love to hear secrets and we love to tell them. : )
Churches have so many secrets, that they have to hire someone to keep track of them.
They call her a SECRETary. Our church has four.
Today, I am opening the vault and revealing four of the best kept secrets in the Kingdom of God.
SECRET #1 -- GOD HAS BIG PLANS FOR YOU
Jeremiah 29:11 says it best, "I
know the plans I have for you: plans for your welfare and not for calamity, to
give you a future and a hope." His plans for us fall into two
categories---earthly and heavenly.
SECRET #2 -- HE IS NOT GOING TO TELL YOU WHAT
THEY ARE
In His compassion, God makes big plans for us. In His wisdom, He does not tell us what they are. He protects us from knowledge of the future for two reasons.
1) We could not handle it.
2) We would mess it up.
Suppose the Lord told you that one day you would become the
President of the United States, living in power and luxury for the rest of your
life? Who could handle news like that without becoming distracted? Scripture
promises that the Lord will not put more on us than we can bear. One way He
does that, is by withholding details about our future. The burdens would rob us
of our joy and threaten to destroy us in advance; while the blessings would
distract us from our responsibilities of the moment.
SECRET #3 -- GOD IS WORKING ON HIS PLANS, THIS
VERY MOMENT
He is getting you ready for the future and getting the
future ready for you.
Jesus said, "I go to prepare a place for you. If I go away, I will come again and receive you unto myself, that where I am, there you may be also." - John 14:1-6. He is getting Heaven ready for us. He is getting us ready for Heaven. One way God prepares us for future challenges is by giving us difficulties and hardships. He strengthens us in the same way a personal trainer builds our muscles - by laying on stress.
"It is good for me that I was afflicted," the psalmist said, "that I might learn thy statutes." - Psalm 119:71
SECRET #4 -- YOUR JOB IS TO BE FAITHFUL
Bloom where you are planted,
as the saying goes.
The way to be ready for
tomorrow's opportunities is to do our job today, no matter how insignificant or
routine.
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
The Weight of the World (1.29.13)
I know you are feeling right now
that the weight of the world is on your shoulders.
You are not nearly powerful enough to manage this load.
Stop worrying about things over which you have no power.
You would do well to give your burdens to the Lord.
He takes them from you and leaves you with His peace.
He is Lord of all things great and small.
He is more than able.
He never sleeps so as to make you vulnerable to the enemy, not even for a moment.
He said He would never leave you nor forsake you.
He is trustworthy. When you have committed yourself fully and completely to Him, He returns that commitment with a covenant. All He has is yours, when all you have becomes His.
The weight of the world is not on your shoulders.
Psalms 55:22 (ESV) - Cast your burden on the LORD, and He will sustain you; He will never permit the righteous to be moved.
You are not nearly powerful enough to manage this load.
Stop worrying about things over which you have no power.
You would do well to give your burdens to the Lord.
He takes them from you and leaves you with His peace.
He is Lord of all things great and small.
He is more than able.
He never sleeps so as to make you vulnerable to the enemy, not even for a moment.
He said He would never leave you nor forsake you.
He is trustworthy. When you have committed yourself fully and completely to Him, He returns that commitment with a covenant. All He has is yours, when all you have becomes His.
The weight of the world is not on your shoulders.
Psalms 55:22 (ESV) - Cast your burden on the LORD, and He will sustain you; He will never permit the righteous to be moved.
Remember this: There is nothing that you will face today that the Lord can't bring you through.
Thank God for what you have, Trust God for what you need.
Monday, January 28, 2013
Faith, Humility, Grace and Blessings (1.28.13)
Our faith in Christ should not be bragged upon or be full of pride.
Our faith should be a source of comfort and service to others.
Choosing to follow Christ will not make you better than other people, just better off, because you have a Father who will be forever present and love you with a radical love that extends beyond all understanding.
We are blessed by the gift of GOD's love, and we should receive it with humility and grace.
All that you are, to include your gifts and talents, were given to you from the LORD.
You have done nothing on your own. GOD also reserve the right to take everything He has given you back when He feels like it, because all things on this earth belong to Him.
Give GOD thanks this day for the blessings He has bestowed upon your life, whether big or small, and remember that He had a choice but He chose to bless you because He loves you!
Our faith should be a source of comfort and service to others.
Choosing to follow Christ will not make you better than other people, just better off, because you have a Father who will be forever present and love you with a radical love that extends beyond all understanding.
We are blessed by the gift of GOD's love, and we should receive it with humility and grace.
All that you are, to include your gifts and talents, were given to you from the LORD.
You have done nothing on your own. GOD also reserve the right to take everything He has given you back when He feels like it, because all things on this earth belong to Him.
Give GOD thanks this day for the blessings He has bestowed upon your life, whether big or small, and remember that He had a choice but He chose to bless you because He loves you!
Sunday, January 27, 2013
It Is Only a Test (1.27.13)
A great test of your faith is drawing near.
You will be expected to do the right thing even though it might be against your will.
I will bless those whom you bless.
Consequently, even your enemies will prosper and multiply because of your prayers and blessings.
Those who walk in darkness, do so as if they are blind.
In fact, they are blind to the truth of revelation concerning My love for them.
You will be expected to do the right thing even though it might be against your will.
I will bless those whom you bless.
Consequently, even your enemies will prosper and multiply because of your prayers and blessings.
Those who walk in darkness, do so as if they are blind.
In fact, they are blind to the truth of revelation concerning My love for them.
I have chosen you for this hour.
Your faith will be extended beyond your own understanding,
because I will work through you, manifesting Myself in this situation.
Again, there will be no lack of faith on your part.
This test of faith will separate you from the ordinary.
You will pass this test with excellence and I will richly bless you.
I will never leave you, nor forsake you.
It is only a test.
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Protecting Our Families with Prayer (1.26.13)
In the times we live in today, praying together as a family is very important.
The enemy is out to destroy families any way he can.
The only thing the enemy will respect is the Word of God.
Praying to GOD everyday for the protection of your loved ones should come as natural as putting on your clothes everyday. Let us keep praying and pray without ceasing. GOD is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think - Ephesians 3:20.
Ask the Lord to cover your children in the Blood Of Jesus and to keep them safe and sound from all harm. The enemy is attacking schools to put fear in the heart of parents, but when you pray, and especially together as a family, he will flee!!!!
Pray over your family today asking the Lord to send his angels to encamp around your household!
The Lord loves to answer prayers and petitions that are appended with many signatures.
Let us pray without ceasing.
The enemy is out to destroy families any way he can.
The only thing the enemy will respect is the Word of God.
Praying to GOD everyday for the protection of your loved ones should come as natural as putting on your clothes everyday. Let us keep praying and pray without ceasing. GOD is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think - Ephesians 3:20.
Ask the Lord to cover your children in the Blood Of Jesus and to keep them safe and sound from all harm. The enemy is attacking schools to put fear in the heart of parents, but when you pray, and especially together as a family, he will flee!!!!
Pray over your family today asking the Lord to send his angels to encamp around your household!
The Lord loves to answer prayers and petitions that are appended with many signatures.
Let us pray without ceasing.
Friday, January 25, 2013
'Get Ready! Go!' Do You Pray to Start Your Day? (1.25.13)
As soon as our eyes
open in the morning we're often in a rush.
Get ready!
Go!
And we're off to work, school or tackling the tasks we have to accomplish for the day.
As soon as our feet hit the floor we should get on our knees to start our day off with prayer, preparing us for what the day might bring.
When we pray first thing in the morning we allow GOD to enter our mind and soul before anything else does.
Begin the day with seeking GOD's wisdom and blessings.
GOD will manifest himself to you, not as a taskmaster, but as a loving presence who will give you strength for the day.
Your prayer could even be a short prayer, just as long as you spend time with Him first. Acknowledging Him first thing in the morning shows your gratitude to Him for allowing you to wake up this morning, because even waking up in the morning is a blessing from GOD. Some people did not wake up this morning.
Praying to the Father first thing every morning will set the tone for your day as well!
Pray today that GOD will give you wisdom in the words you speak to others,
in the thoughts you think of others and in the choices you make today.
Have a blessed day in the LORD!
Get ready!
Go!
And we're off to work, school or tackling the tasks we have to accomplish for the day.
As soon as our feet hit the floor we should get on our knees to start our day off with prayer, preparing us for what the day might bring.
When we pray first thing in the morning we allow GOD to enter our mind and soul before anything else does.
Begin the day with seeking GOD's wisdom and blessings.
GOD will manifest himself to you, not as a taskmaster, but as a loving presence who will give you strength for the day.
Your prayer could even be a short prayer, just as long as you spend time with Him first. Acknowledging Him first thing in the morning shows your gratitude to Him for allowing you to wake up this morning, because even waking up in the morning is a blessing from GOD. Some people did not wake up this morning.
Praying to the Father first thing every morning will set the tone for your day as well!
Pray today that GOD will give you wisdom in the words you speak to others,
in the thoughts you think of others and in the choices you make today.
Have a blessed day in the LORD!
Thursday, January 24, 2013
All Who are Weak & Weary, Come to Me (1.24.13)
When you find yourself weak and weary, come unto
Me and lay all that troubles you at My feet.
I shall lift the heaviness - then restore, strengthen, and heal you.
Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
You say that you believe in God, but you must truly believe in Me.
Come to Me now and release all that is weighing so heavily on your mind.
All good and perfect gifts are sent from My hands, and I shall withhold nothing good from you.
All you have to do is ask.
I want you to understand Me so much better so that I can share heavenly treasures with you. Come closer and let Me refresh you.
Why worry when I am in your presence?
Have faith in Me, trust Me to deliver you.
I will bring peace in the midst of the storm.
I am the beginning and the end!
Heavenly Father,
I shall lift the heaviness - then restore, strengthen, and heal you.
Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
You say that you believe in God, but you must truly believe in Me.
Come to Me now and release all that is weighing so heavily on your mind.
All good and perfect gifts are sent from My hands, and I shall withhold nothing good from you.
All you have to do is ask.
I want you to understand Me so much better so that I can share heavenly treasures with you. Come closer and let Me refresh you.
Why worry when I am in your presence?
Have faith in Me, trust Me to deliver you.
I will bring peace in the midst of the storm.
I am the beginning and the end!
Heavenly Father,
Thank you for always being with me, and
being my strength when I am weak.
You are my Rock when I need a place to lay my weary head.
I thank you Lord for staying close to me and drawing me close to you, and pouring a fresh anointing over my life when it’s needed the most.
Oh bless your Holy name Father for You are more than worthy to be praised!
Amen
You are my Rock when I need a place to lay my weary head.
I thank you Lord for staying close to me and drawing me close to you, and pouring a fresh anointing over my life when it’s needed the most.
Oh bless your Holy name Father for You are more than worthy to be praised!
Amen
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Be Quiet, Sit Still, He will Direct Your Path (1.23.13)
Many times we struggle with situations unnecessarily when we should
be quiet and listen to GOD.
Why do we think we should always engage ourselves in every situation around us?
When we do this, it becomes very difficult to discern the times and seasons revealed to us through the Holy Spirit. GOD said if you would just come before me and humble yourselves and be still; then I will reveal many things to you. Often times the LORD answers our prayers, but we are too busy to spend time with Him in prayer to hear what He is saying.
Why do we think we should always engage ourselves in every situation around us?
When we do this, it becomes very difficult to discern the times and seasons revealed to us through the Holy Spirit. GOD said if you would just come before me and humble yourselves and be still; then I will reveal many things to you. Often times the LORD answers our prayers, but we are too busy to spend time with Him in prayer to hear what He is saying.
Yes, we struggle within
our own minds, giving place to the enemy. We are continually warring with the
enemy of our souls, and with our own thoughts. The Lord wants us to take every
thought captive, and bring everything into obedience to the Word of GOD.
When we fail to do this the enemy has the green light to ambush our mind and thought-patterns; causing us to doubt GOD's word by trying to take matters into our own hands. With all of that said, commit to spending some time with the LORD on a daily basis so you can hear from Him.
He will direct your path.
When we fail to do this the enemy has the green light to ambush our mind and thought-patterns; causing us to doubt GOD's word by trying to take matters into our own hands. With all of that said, commit to spending some time with the LORD on a daily basis so you can hear from Him.
He will direct your path.
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