It’s a wonderful day to be a child of God. Have you ever found yourself so overtaken by someone’s love that you stop thinking correctly? All day, every day you sit thinking about this particular person. You wonder what they are doing. What they are wearing. When you will see them again. When the phone rings, your heart begins to race in great anticipation. Have you ever found yourself devoting all of your time and energy to one person until everything else in life becomes secondary? In your eyes, the sun rises and sets with this person. Even God has become a second thought in your life. You once knocked the church doors down to get in, but now you miss more Sundays than ever. Your prayer life has diminished. Your fasting has severely decreased. Your worship and praise for God has been substituted for compliments and sweet words for/from this person. Have you been there? Are you there now?
Today, I have been commissioned to come and minister to you. My friend, please never forget where love starts. The Bible declares in 1 John 4:8 - He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. The love we have for others, derives out of our love for the Master. Allow me to ask you an important question: Who Is Your First Love? Who keeps the smile on your face each day? Who do you think about all the time? Who do you aim to please and satisfy? While God blesses us to enjoy (godly) relationships, he does not bless our relationships so that they can become our top priorities. He must always remain first. Just as the Lord spoke to the church at Ephesus, is He talking to you today? The Bible declares in Revelation 2:4 - Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love. Have you left your first love? Not that person you dated years ago. Not that person who circled yes on the note you sent in the middle of class. Not that person who wrote you a short poem or gave you one red rose.
My brother, my sister, Who Is Your First Love? Who keeps you believing things will get better? Who enables you to see beyond the current problems in your life? Who comforts you when everything in life appears impossible? Beloved, to be in love with Jesus is the best thing that could ever happen to you. This is a love that accepts us as we are. This is a love that does not see where you are, but where you are going. This is a love that receives the faults and failures that accompany you. This is a love that enables you to get back up again. The Bible declares in Romans 5:8 - But God commendeth His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. What kind of love is this? Who do you know that can love you like this? JESUS CAN! When everything seems chaotic and out of control, reassess your life. Make sure you have not lost sight of your first love. Prayer for Today: Father, You are the first love of my life. No one can ever replace You. You are the first, the last, my every thing. In Jesus’ name … Amen!
Monday, March 1, 2010
RULES FROM GOD FOR NEXT YEARS ( 2010) HAPPY NEWS YEARS EVEYONE!
1. Wake Up !!
Decide to have a good day. "Today is the day the Lord hath made; let us rejoice and be glad in it."
Psalms 118:24
2. Dress Up !!
The best way to dress up is to put on a smile. A smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.
"The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at outward appearance; but the Lord looks at the heart."
I Samuel 16:7
3. Shut Up!!
Say nice things and learn to listen.
God gave us two ears and one mouth, so He must have meant for us to do twice as much listening as talking. "He who guards his lips guards his soul."
Proverbs 13:3
4. Stand Up!!...
For what you believe in. Stand for something or you will fall for anything.. "Let us not be weary in doing good; for at the proper time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good..."
Galatians 6:9-10
5. Look Up !!...
To the Lord.
"I can do everything through Christ who strengthens me."
Philippians 4:13
6. Reach Up !!...
For something higher. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will direct your path."
Proverbs 3:5-6
7. Lift Up !!...
Your Prayers.
"Do not worry about anything; instead PRAY ABOUT EVERYTHING."
Philippians 4:6
Decide to have a good day. "Today is the day the Lord hath made; let us rejoice and be glad in it."
Psalms 118:24
2. Dress Up !!
The best way to dress up is to put on a smile. A smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.
"The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at outward appearance; but the Lord looks at the heart."
I Samuel 16:7
3. Shut Up!!
Say nice things and learn to listen.
God gave us two ears and one mouth, so He must have meant for us to do twice as much listening as talking. "He who guards his lips guards his soul."
Proverbs 13:3
4. Stand Up!!...
For what you believe in. Stand for something or you will fall for anything.. "Let us not be weary in doing good; for at the proper time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good..."
Galatians 6:9-10
5. Look Up !!...
To the Lord.
"I can do everything through Christ who strengthens me."
Philippians 4:13
6. Reach Up !!...
For something higher. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will direct your path."
Proverbs 3:5-6
7. Lift Up !!...
Your Prayers.
"Do not worry about anything; instead PRAY ABOUT EVERYTHING."
Philippians 4:6
CHRISTIAN BEAUTY..
What makes a Christian Woman Beautiful is not her outer garment, garb, or make up that she wears. What makes a Christian Woman Beautiful are the following characteristics: First of all, it’s the Christ that lives within them. Second, it’s the Joy, Peace, and Laughter that dwells within them. Third, it’s their Passion and Zeal to serve the Lord with all their heart. It’s their courage and strength of conviction to take on and conqueror any task that has been set before them.
Mainly what makes a Christian Woman Beautiful is her ability to remain Humble, Prayerful, and Powerful. It’s the Christ inside of her that breaks through, like a Beacon of Light, and Hope. To all the people we come into contact with. Its having a word for hurting people in need; both in and out of Season; Christian Woman carry themselves with elegance and grace., Always making sure things are done both decent and in order.
Where people can look at us and not only see and feel the love we carry inside of us; but also feel our Savior’s love and to taste of his Grace. We are Living, Breathing examples of Christ, whom we say we Represent: its in how we walk, talk, treat others, and carry ourselves. Both in public and in private, each day. We must be careful while running this Christian Race for there are people in this World wanting us to fail and fall on our face. I am glad that the Beauty God has given to his people is not temporal, so it will not fade away. Neither will the word of God and his people who are coming up and out are here to stay.
Sis. Monique McNeil-Holloway
Mainly what makes a Christian Woman Beautiful is her ability to remain Humble, Prayerful, and Powerful. It’s the Christ inside of her that breaks through, like a Beacon of Light, and Hope. To all the people we come into contact with. Its having a word for hurting people in need; both in and out of Season; Christian Woman carry themselves with elegance and grace., Always making sure things are done both decent and in order.
Where people can look at us and not only see and feel the love we carry inside of us; but also feel our Savior’s love and to taste of his Grace. We are Living, Breathing examples of Christ, whom we say we Represent: its in how we walk, talk, treat others, and carry ourselves. Both in public and in private, each day. We must be careful while running this Christian Race for there are people in this World wanting us to fail and fall on our face. I am glad that the Beauty God has given to his people is not temporal, so it will not fade away. Neither will the word of God and his people who are coming up and out are here to stay.
Sis. Monique McNeil-Holloway
Seeing grace of God!
"Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord." Acts 11:23
Grace is like the wind, you can't see it but you can feel its effects. Or perhaps you can "see" it. Personally, when I look in the mirror each morning, I "see" God's grace. I can see the grace of God in my life from the beginning of the day until the end. I see His unmerited favor on my life. I can see that He has given me something, and so much, that I don't deserve.
It was God's grace that woke me up this morning. It was His grace that gave me life and breath again today. His grace puts health in my body. It was His grace that protected and kept me safe through the night. God's grace put a roof over my head, clothes on my back, shoes on my feet, food on my table. It's God's grace that allows me to sit here and share these devotionals with you.
God's grace gives me strength in weakness, comfort in sorrow, peace during times of confusion, wisdom to make the right decisions, help in time of trouble. His grace gives me joy and gladness. The Apostle Paul put it this way, "I am what I am but by the grace of God"... and may I add, "I have what I have but by the grace of God".
The greatest gift of grace that I see upon my life was given to me when Jesus went to Calvary. He provided salvation for me because I could have never obtained it any other way. I couldn't earn it, I couldn't work hard enough to receive it, I could never be good enough. Salvation came to me through His grace and when I received what He did as the payment for my sins grace was imparted to my life.
I rejoice this morning because I can see God's grace upon my life each and everyday and I know that when I stand before Him one day as the Judge of the universe, grace will still be standing with me and I will hear those words- "enter thou into the joy of thy lord".
Have a great day. Take time today to see and acknowledge the grace of God that has been bestowed upon your life.
Grace is like the wind, you can't see it but you can feel its effects. Or perhaps you can "see" it. Personally, when I look in the mirror each morning, I "see" God's grace. I can see the grace of God in my life from the beginning of the day until the end. I see His unmerited favor on my life. I can see that He has given me something, and so much, that I don't deserve.
It was God's grace that woke me up this morning. It was His grace that gave me life and breath again today. His grace puts health in my body. It was His grace that protected and kept me safe through the night. God's grace put a roof over my head, clothes on my back, shoes on my feet, food on my table. It's God's grace that allows me to sit here and share these devotionals with you.
God's grace gives me strength in weakness, comfort in sorrow, peace during times of confusion, wisdom to make the right decisions, help in time of trouble. His grace gives me joy and gladness. The Apostle Paul put it this way, "I am what I am but by the grace of God"... and may I add, "I have what I have but by the grace of God".
The greatest gift of grace that I see upon my life was given to me when Jesus went to Calvary. He provided salvation for me because I could have never obtained it any other way. I couldn't earn it, I couldn't work hard enough to receive it, I could never be good enough. Salvation came to me through His grace and when I received what He did as the payment for my sins grace was imparted to my life.
I rejoice this morning because I can see God's grace upon my life each and everyday and I know that when I stand before Him one day as the Judge of the universe, grace will still be standing with me and I will hear those words- "enter thou into the joy of thy lord".
Have a great day. Take time today to see and acknowledge the grace of God that has been bestowed upon your life.
Friendship Advice!
Friendship is something special,
it can not be bought or sold
Its value is far greater
than any silver or even gold
When times get rough,
they always seem to understand
Without being asked,
they comfort and lend a helping hand
Holding you up
when they think you will fall
No matter what,
they help you through it all
Friends lift you up,
when you are feeling low
They take you in
when you have no place to go
Never ever forget
or take such things for granted
For you can never re-sow
the seed that's already been planted
Take this to heart,
let it never be undone
In order to keep a friend
you must first be one
Honesty is something
that should always be your aim
With lies, their wounds may heal,
but nothing's ever the same
So cherish your friendship,
always be sincere
Open up your heart,
and it will never disappear
it can not be bought or sold
Its value is far greater
than any silver or even gold
When times get rough,
they always seem to understand
Without being asked,
they comfort and lend a helping hand
Holding you up
when they think you will fall
No matter what,
they help you through it all
Friends lift you up,
when you are feeling low
They take you in
when you have no place to go
Never ever forget
or take such things for granted
For you can never re-sow
the seed that's already been planted
Take this to heart,
let it never be undone
In order to keep a friend
you must first be one
Honesty is something
that should always be your aim
With lies, their wounds may heal,
but nothing's ever the same
So cherish your friendship,
always be sincere
Open up your heart,
and it will never disappear
Is it what I say? I am a Christian.
Is it something I say, or is it who I am? This is a question every Christian needs to ask himself. It is easy to say "I am a Christian" but how often is it said without really thinking about what it means?
Being a Christian is not something that can be turned on and off. The most important task set before us to be witnesses of the Lord by living our lives as a good example to others. This cannot be done with words alone. It means letting every facet of our living, every action, every deed, reflect the attitude of a person in whom the Spirit lives.I am a Christian
I know that it is not always easy. Too often this life becomes so frustrating when we can watch the world around us degenerate into decadence and immorality. We get angry, we get sad, and we get numbed to our real purpose in life. We need to step back at these times and ask ourselves "What would Jesus do?"
Jesus, too, felt the emotions that this world imposes on us. If we are to follow Him, we are to do our best to react to the frustrations felt daily in the same ways He would have reacted. The old trick of counting to ten before reacting can work for us here, but instead of counting, why not use those ten seconds to ask ourselves "how would Jesus react?"
We can say "I am a Christian" but we will not really mean it until we train ourselves to be true followers of Jesus. Ones that emulate Him and try as hard as a human being can try to not only be Christians in the easy situations, but to be Christians in all situatuations.
Pray for the strength to hold back your reactions long enough to truly know Jesus, to know in your heart how He would react, and to show in your actions that you are, indeed, a Christian.
Being a Christian is not something that can be turned on and off. The most important task set before us to be witnesses of the Lord by living our lives as a good example to others. This cannot be done with words alone. It means letting every facet of our living, every action, every deed, reflect the attitude of a person in whom the Spirit lives.I am a Christian
I know that it is not always easy. Too often this life becomes so frustrating when we can watch the world around us degenerate into decadence and immorality. We get angry, we get sad, and we get numbed to our real purpose in life. We need to step back at these times and ask ourselves "What would Jesus do?"
Jesus, too, felt the emotions that this world imposes on us. If we are to follow Him, we are to do our best to react to the frustrations felt daily in the same ways He would have reacted. The old trick of counting to ten before reacting can work for us here, but instead of counting, why not use those ten seconds to ask ourselves "how would Jesus react?"
We can say "I am a Christian" but we will not really mean it until we train ourselves to be true followers of Jesus. Ones that emulate Him and try as hard as a human being can try to not only be Christians in the easy situations, but to be Christians in all situatuations.
Pray for the strength to hold back your reactions long enough to truly know Jesus, to know in your heart how He would react, and to show in your actions that you are, indeed, a Christian.
The Twenty Commandments!
1. If you feel far away from God, guess who moved?
2. Fear knocked. Faith answered. No one was there.
3. What you are is God's Gift to you. What you become is your gift to God.
4. I am God's Melody of Life and He Sings His Song through me.
5. We can never really go where God is not, and where He is, all is well.
6. No matter what is happening in your life, know that God is Waiting for you with open Arms.
7. God Promises a safe landing, not a calm passage.
8. Do your best and then sleep in peace. God is Awake.
9. God has a Purpose and Plan for me that no one else can fulfill.
10. The Will of God will never take you to where the Grace of God will not protect you.
11. We are responsible for the effort, not the outcome.
12. We set the sail; God makes the wind.
13. Begin to weave and God will Give you the thread.
14. When God says "no", it's because He has something better in store for you.
15. The task ahead of us is never as great as the Power behind us.
16. Prayer: don't bother to give God instructions, just report for duty.
17. It's my business to do God's Business, and it's His Business to take care of my business.
18. Serenity is not freedom from the storm, but peace amid the storm.
19. How come we're always running around looking for God? He's not lost.
20. God put me on earth to accomplish a number of things; right now, I'm so far behind I will live forever.
2. Fear knocked. Faith answered. No one was there.
3. What you are is God's Gift to you. What you become is your gift to God.
4. I am God's Melody of Life and He Sings His Song through me.
5. We can never really go where God is not, and where He is, all is well.
6. No matter what is happening in your life, know that God is Waiting for you with open Arms.
7. God Promises a safe landing, not a calm passage.
8. Do your best and then sleep in peace. God is Awake.
9. God has a Purpose and Plan for me that no one else can fulfill.
10. The Will of God will never take you to where the Grace of God will not protect you.
11. We are responsible for the effort, not the outcome.
12. We set the sail; God makes the wind.
13. Begin to weave and God will Give you the thread.
14. When God says "no", it's because He has something better in store for you.
15. The task ahead of us is never as great as the Power behind us.
16. Prayer: don't bother to give God instructions, just report for duty.
17. It's my business to do God's Business, and it's His Business to take care of my business.
18. Serenity is not freedom from the storm, but peace amid the storm.
19. How come we're always running around looking for God? He's not lost.
20. God put me on earth to accomplish a number of things; right now, I'm so far behind I will live forever.
Jesus is!
Jesus is Lord Almighty, Omnipotent King, Lion of Judah, Rock of Ages, Prince of Peace, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, Provider, Protector, Paternal Leader, Ruling Lord and Reigning King of all the universe.
He is Father, He is Helper, He is Guardian and He is God. He is the First and Last, the Beginning and the End. He is the keeper of Creation and the Creator of all He keeps.
The Architect of the universe and the Manager of all times. He always was, He always is and He always will be. Unmoved. Unchanged. Undefeated and never Undone.
He was bruised and brought healing. He was pierced and eased pain. He was persecuted and bought freedom. He was dead and brought life. He is risen and brings power. He lives and brings hope and peace.
The world can't understand Him, the armies can't defeat Him, the schools can't explain Him and the leaders can't ignore Him. Herod couldn't kill Him the Pharisees couldn't confuse Him, the people couldn't hold Him. Nero couldn't crush Him, Hitler couldn't silence Him, the New Age can't replace Him and Donahue can't explain Him away.
He is Light, Love, Longevity and Lord. He is Goodness, Kindness, Gentleness and God. He is Holy, Righteous, Mighty, Powerful and Pure.
His ways are right. His word is eternal. His will is unchanging and His mind is perfect.
He is my Savior, He is my Guide, He is my Peace. He is my Joy, He is my comfort. He is my Lord and He rules my life.
I serve Him because His bond is love, His burden is light and His goal for me is abundant life.
I follow Him because He is the Wisdom of the wise, the Power of the powerful, the Ancient of Days, the Ruler of rulers, the Leader of leaders, the Overseer of the over-comers and the Sovereign Lord of all that was and is and is to come.
And if that seems impressive to you, try this on for size. His goal is a personal relationship with ME! He will never leave me, never mislead me, never forget me, never overlook me and never cancel my appointment in His appointment book.
When I fall, He lifts me up. When I fail, He forgives me. When I am weak, He is strong. When I am lost, He is the way. When I'm afraid, He is my courage. When I stumble, He steadies me. When I am hurt, He heals me. When I am broken, He mends me. When I am blind, He leads me. When I am hungry, He feeds me. When I face trails, He is with me. When I face problems, He comforts me. When I face loss, He provides for me.
He is everything for everybody, everywhere, every time and every way. He is God. He is faithful, I am His and He is mine.
My Father in Heaven can whip the father of this world, and so, if you're wondering why I am so secure, understand this: He said it.
I believe it and that settles it! God is in control. I am His and that means all is well with my soul. Everyday is a blessing for God is!
I don't know who wrote this, but I thought it was so awesome I just wanted to share it. God's blessings to you all.
He is Father, He is Helper, He is Guardian and He is God. He is the First and Last, the Beginning and the End. He is the keeper of Creation and the Creator of all He keeps.
The Architect of the universe and the Manager of all times. He always was, He always is and He always will be. Unmoved. Unchanged. Undefeated and never Undone.
He was bruised and brought healing. He was pierced and eased pain. He was persecuted and bought freedom. He was dead and brought life. He is risen and brings power. He lives and brings hope and peace.
The world can't understand Him, the armies can't defeat Him, the schools can't explain Him and the leaders can't ignore Him. Herod couldn't kill Him the Pharisees couldn't confuse Him, the people couldn't hold Him. Nero couldn't crush Him, Hitler couldn't silence Him, the New Age can't replace Him and Donahue can't explain Him away.
He is Light, Love, Longevity and Lord. He is Goodness, Kindness, Gentleness and God. He is Holy, Righteous, Mighty, Powerful and Pure.
His ways are right. His word is eternal. His will is unchanging and His mind is perfect.
He is my Savior, He is my Guide, He is my Peace. He is my Joy, He is my comfort. He is my Lord and He rules my life.
I serve Him because His bond is love, His burden is light and His goal for me is abundant life.
I follow Him because He is the Wisdom of the wise, the Power of the powerful, the Ancient of Days, the Ruler of rulers, the Leader of leaders, the Overseer of the over-comers and the Sovereign Lord of all that was and is and is to come.
And if that seems impressive to you, try this on for size. His goal is a personal relationship with ME! He will never leave me, never mislead me, never forget me, never overlook me and never cancel my appointment in His appointment book.
When I fall, He lifts me up. When I fail, He forgives me. When I am weak, He is strong. When I am lost, He is the way. When I'm afraid, He is my courage. When I stumble, He steadies me. When I am hurt, He heals me. When I am broken, He mends me. When I am blind, He leads me. When I am hungry, He feeds me. When I face trails, He is with me. When I face problems, He comforts me. When I face loss, He provides for me.
He is everything for everybody, everywhere, every time and every way. He is God. He is faithful, I am His and He is mine.
My Father in Heaven can whip the father of this world, and so, if you're wondering why I am so secure, understand this: He said it.
I believe it and that settles it! God is in control. I am His and that means all is well with my soul. Everyday is a blessing for God is!
I don't know who wrote this, but I thought it was so awesome I just wanted to share it. God's blessings to you all.
Do you have the time?
I knelt to pray but not for long,
I had too much to do.
I had to hurry and get to work
For bills would soon be due.
So I knelt and said a hurried prayer,
and jumped up off my knees.
My Christian duty was now done,
my soul could rest at ease.
All day long I had no time
To spread a word of cheer.
No time to speak of Christ to friends,
they'd laugh at me I'd fear.
No time, no time, too much to do,
That was my constant cry,
No time to give to souls in need
But at last the time, the time to die.
I went before the Lord,
I came, I stood with downcast eyes.
For in His hands God held a book;
It was the Book of Life.
God looked into His book and said
"Your name I cannot find.
I once was going to write it down,
But never found the time."
I had too much to do.
I had to hurry and get to work
For bills would soon be due.
So I knelt and said a hurried prayer,
and jumped up off my knees.
My Christian duty was now done,
my soul could rest at ease.
All day long I had no time
To spread a word of cheer.
No time to speak of Christ to friends,
they'd laugh at me I'd fear.
No time, no time, too much to do,
That was my constant cry,
No time to give to souls in need
But at last the time, the time to die.
I went before the Lord,
I came, I stood with downcast eyes.
For in His hands God held a book;
It was the Book of Life.
God looked into His book and said
"Your name I cannot find.
I once was going to write it down,
But never found the time."
Refections of a Parent!
I gave you life, but I cannot live it for you.
I can teach you things, but I cannot make you learn.
I can give you directions, but I cannot be there to lead you.
I can take you to church, but I cannot make you believe.
I can teach you right from wrong, but I cannot decide for you.
I can offer you advice, but I cannot accept it for you.
I can give you love, by I cannot force it upon you.
I can teach you to share, but I cannot make you unselfish.
I can teach you to respect, but I cannot force you to show honor.
I can advise you about friends, but I cannot choose them for you.
I can tell you the facts of life, but I can't build your reputation.
I can warn you about drugs, but I can't prevent you from using them.
I can tell you about lofty goals, but I can't achieve them for you.
I can teach you about kindness, but I can't force you to be gracious.
I can warn you about your sins, but I cannot make you moral.
I can pray for you, but I cannot make you walk with God.
I can teach you about Jesus, but I cannot make Jesus your Lord.
I can tell you how to live, but I cannot give you eternal life
I can teach you things, but I cannot make you learn.
I can give you directions, but I cannot be there to lead you.
I can take you to church, but I cannot make you believe.
I can teach you right from wrong, but I cannot decide for you.
I can offer you advice, but I cannot accept it for you.
I can give you love, by I cannot force it upon you.
I can teach you to share, but I cannot make you unselfish.
I can teach you to respect, but I cannot force you to show honor.
I can advise you about friends, but I cannot choose them for you.
I can tell you the facts of life, but I can't build your reputation.
I can warn you about drugs, but I can't prevent you from using them.
I can tell you about lofty goals, but I can't achieve them for you.
I can teach you about kindness, but I can't force you to be gracious.
I can warn you about your sins, but I cannot make you moral.
I can pray for you, but I cannot make you walk with God.
I can teach you about Jesus, but I cannot make Jesus your Lord.
I can tell you how to live, but I cannot give you eternal life
others may, you cannot.
If God has called you to be really like Jesus He will draw you into a life of crucifixion and humility. God’s call will put such demands of obedience on you that you will not be able to follow other people, or measure yourself by other Christians. At times, He will let other
people do things which He will not let you do.
Other Christians who seem very religious will push themselves, pull wires, and work schemes to carry out their plans. You cannot, and if you attempt it, you will meet with failure and rebuke from the Lord.
Others may boast of themselves, of their work, of their successes, but the Holy Spirit will not allow you to do any such thing, and if you begin it, He will lead you to despise yourself and all your good works.
Others may be allowed to succeed in making money, or may have a legacy left to them, but it is likely God will keep you poor. God wants you to have something far better than gold, namely, a helpless dependence upon Him, that He may demonstrate His faithful love for you in supplying your needs day by day.
God may let others be honored and put forward, and keep you hidden in obscurity in order to produce some fragrant fruit for His coming glory which can only be produced in the shade. He may let others be great, but keep you small. He may let others do a work for Him and get the credit for it now. The reward for your work is held in the hands of Jesus and you will not see it until He comes.
The Holy Spirit will put a strict watch over you with a jealous love. He will rebuke you for the little words and feelings or for wasting your time. So make up your mind that God is an infinite Sovereign, and has a right to do as He pleases with His own. He does not owe you an explanation of these mysteries. But if you give yourself to be His child, He will wrap you up in a jealous love, and give you the precious blessings for those who belong, heart and soul, to Him.
Settle it forever, then, that you are to deal directly with the Holy Spirit. It is His option to tie your tongue, or chain your hand, or close your eyes in ways that He does not seem to use with others. And when you are so possessed by the living God that your heart delights over this peculiar, personal, private, jealous guardianship and management of the Holy Spirit over your life, you will have found the vestibule of Heaven.
What is your only comfort in life and death?
That I am not my own, but belong, body and soul, in life and in death, to my faithful Savior Jesus Christ.
He has fully paid for all my sins with His precious blood, and He has set me free from the tyranny of the devil.
He also watches over me in such a way that not a hair can fall from my head without the will of my Father in heaven. In fact, all things must work together for my salvation.
Because I belong to Him, Christ, by His Holy Spirit, assures me of eternal life and makes me wholeheartedly willing and ready from now on to live for Him.
people do things which He will not let you do.
Other Christians who seem very religious will push themselves, pull wires, and work schemes to carry out their plans. You cannot, and if you attempt it, you will meet with failure and rebuke from the Lord.
Others may boast of themselves, of their work, of their successes, but the Holy Spirit will not allow you to do any such thing, and if you begin it, He will lead you to despise yourself and all your good works.
Others may be allowed to succeed in making money, or may have a legacy left to them, but it is likely God will keep you poor. God wants you to have something far better than gold, namely, a helpless dependence upon Him, that He may demonstrate His faithful love for you in supplying your needs day by day.
God may let others be honored and put forward, and keep you hidden in obscurity in order to produce some fragrant fruit for His coming glory which can only be produced in the shade. He may let others be great, but keep you small. He may let others do a work for Him and get the credit for it now. The reward for your work is held in the hands of Jesus and you will not see it until He comes.
The Holy Spirit will put a strict watch over you with a jealous love. He will rebuke you for the little words and feelings or for wasting your time. So make up your mind that God is an infinite Sovereign, and has a right to do as He pleases with His own. He does not owe you an explanation of these mysteries. But if you give yourself to be His child, He will wrap you up in a jealous love, and give you the precious blessings for those who belong, heart and soul, to Him.
Settle it forever, then, that you are to deal directly with the Holy Spirit. It is His option to tie your tongue, or chain your hand, or close your eyes in ways that He does not seem to use with others. And when you are so possessed by the living God that your heart delights over this peculiar, personal, private, jealous guardianship and management of the Holy Spirit over your life, you will have found the vestibule of Heaven.
What is your only comfort in life and death?
That I am not my own, but belong, body and soul, in life and in death, to my faithful Savior Jesus Christ.
He has fully paid for all my sins with His precious blood, and He has set me free from the tyranny of the devil.
He also watches over me in such a way that not a hair can fall from my head without the will of my Father in heaven. In fact, all things must work together for my salvation.
Because I belong to Him, Christ, by His Holy Spirit, assures me of eternal life and makes me wholeheartedly willing and ready from now on to live for Him.
Have a seat . . . Relax . . . And read this slowly...
I Believe....
That just because two people argue, that
doesn't mean they don't love each other.
And just because they don't argue, that
doesn't mean they do love each other.
I Believe...
That sometimes when I'm angry I have the right to be angry,
but that doesn't give me the right to be cruel.
I Believe...
That we don't have to change friends if
we understand that friends change.
I Believe...
That no matter how good a friend is, they're going to hurt you every once in a while and you must forgive them for that.
I Believe...
That true friendship continues to grow, even over the longest distance.
Same goes for true love.
I Believe......
That you can do something in an instant
that will give you heartache for life.
I Believe...
That it's taking me a long time
to become the person I want to be.
I Believe...
That you should always leave loved ones with
loving words. It may be the last time you see them.
I Believe......
That you can keep going long after you think you can't.
I Believe...
That we are responsible for what
we do, no matter how we feel.
I Believe...
That either you control your attitude or it controls you.
I Believe...
That heroes are the people who do what has to be done when it needs to be done, regardless of the consequences...
I Believe...
That money is a lousy way of keeping score.
I Believe....
That my best friend and I can do anything, or nothing, and have the best time.
I Believe...
That sometimes the people you expect to kick you
When you're down will be the ones to help you get back up..
I Believe...
That maturity has more to do with what types of experiences you've had,
and what you've learned from them...and less to do with how many
birthdays you've celebrated.
I Believe.....
That it isn't always enough to be forgiven by others.
Sometimes, you have to learn to forgive yourself.
I Believe...
That no matter how bad your heart is broken the world doesn't stop for your grief.
I Believe...
That our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are,
but we are responsible for who we become.
I Believe...
That you shouldn't be so eager to find
out a secret. It could change your life forever.
I Believe....
Two people can look at the exact same
thing and see something totally different.
I Believe...
That your life can be changed in a matter of
hours by people who don't even know you.
I Believe...
That even when you think you have no more to give, if
a friend cries out to you...you will find the strength to help.
I Believe...
That credentials on the wall do not make you a decent human being.
I Believe...
That the people you care about most in life are taken from you too soon..
The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best of everything;
They just make the most of everything.
Thank you God for all the wonderful people who help us throughout the journey of life...
That just because two people argue, that
doesn't mean they don't love each other.
And just because they don't argue, that
doesn't mean they do love each other.
I Believe...
That sometimes when I'm angry I have the right to be angry,
but that doesn't give me the right to be cruel.
I Believe...
That we don't have to change friends if
we understand that friends change.
I Believe...
That no matter how good a friend is, they're going to hurt you every once in a while and you must forgive them for that.
I Believe...
That true friendship continues to grow, even over the longest distance.
Same goes for true love.
I Believe......
That you can do something in an instant
that will give you heartache for life.
I Believe...
That it's taking me a long time
to become the person I want to be.
I Believe...
That you should always leave loved ones with
loving words. It may be the last time you see them.
I Believe......
That you can keep going long after you think you can't.
I Believe...
That we are responsible for what
we do, no matter how we feel.
I Believe...
That either you control your attitude or it controls you.
I Believe...
That heroes are the people who do what has to be done when it needs to be done, regardless of the consequences...
I Believe...
That money is a lousy way of keeping score.
I Believe....
That my best friend and I can do anything, or nothing, and have the best time.
I Believe...
That sometimes the people you expect to kick you
When you're down will be the ones to help you get back up..
I Believe...
That maturity has more to do with what types of experiences you've had,
and what you've learned from them...and less to do with how many
birthdays you've celebrated.
I Believe.....
That it isn't always enough to be forgiven by others.
Sometimes, you have to learn to forgive yourself.
I Believe...
That no matter how bad your heart is broken the world doesn't stop for your grief.
I Believe...
That our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are,
but we are responsible for who we become.
I Believe...
That you shouldn't be so eager to find
out a secret. It could change your life forever.
I Believe....
Two people can look at the exact same
thing and see something totally different.
I Believe...
That your life can be changed in a matter of
hours by people who don't even know you.
I Believe...
That even when you think you have no more to give, if
a friend cries out to you...you will find the strength to help.
I Believe...
That credentials on the wall do not make you a decent human being.
I Believe...
That the people you care about most in life are taken from you too soon..
The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best of everything;
They just make the most of everything.
Thank you God for all the wonderful people who help us throughout the journey of life...
A Marriage Prayer!
Lord, be in this marriage
In a special way,
May we feel Your presence
Each and every day.
Grant us both good humor
To surpass our coming years;
May there always be much laughter,
May there always be less tears.
Give us strength and courage
To follow in Your will,
To trust You in the valley
As we do upon the hill.
Give us both the eyes of love
So we'll always see
The goodness in each other,
Secure us, Lord, in Thee.
Give us words of kindness, Lord,
Help us both to live
So our lips are ever quick
In saying, "I forgive."
Give us hearts that beat as one,
Bind us ever near;
May our love grow deeper, Lord,
With each passing year.
Lord, be in this marriage,
Keep our love brand new;
May we love each other, Lord,
The same way that *You* do.
"What therefore God hath joined together,
let not man put asunder."
(Matthew 19:6b, KJV)
In a special way,
May we feel Your presence
Each and every day.
Grant us both good humor
To surpass our coming years;
May there always be much laughter,
May there always be less tears.
Give us strength and courage
To follow in Your will,
To trust You in the valley
As we do upon the hill.
Give us both the eyes of love
So we'll always see
The goodness in each other,
Secure us, Lord, in Thee.
Give us words of kindness, Lord,
Help us both to live
So our lips are ever quick
In saying, "I forgive."
Give us hearts that beat as one,
Bind us ever near;
May our love grow deeper, Lord,
With each passing year.
Lord, be in this marriage,
Keep our love brand new;
May we love each other, Lord,
The same way that *You* do.
"What therefore God hath joined together,
let not man put asunder."
(Matthew 19:6b, KJV)
WHY DID MOTHER PRAY AND CRY? by ( Dallas Renicker )
When I was young and in my prime
For Jesus, I had no time.
My Mother would pray and cry;
I would only wonder why.
Always seeking pleasures in sin,
Caring nothing for my life within,
My Mother would pray and cry
And I would wonder why.
I would go out at night;
Coming home, there'd always be a light.
My Mother would pray and cry
And I would wonder why.
Now that I am grown
Have a family of my own
So it is that I know why
Mother would pray and cry.
Thank you, Mother, for your prayer,
And all the love you share.
Now it is I that pray and cry
No longer do I wonder why.
Now Mother that you are gone
All the battles fought and won
You no longer need to pray and cry
For I will see you there by and by.
Jesus, new life to me He gives,
For in my heart I know He lives.
That is why you would pray and cry
And I no longer wonder why.
For Jesus, I had no time.
My Mother would pray and cry;
I would only wonder why.
Always seeking pleasures in sin,
Caring nothing for my life within,
My Mother would pray and cry
And I would wonder why.
I would go out at night;
Coming home, there'd always be a light.
My Mother would pray and cry
And I would wonder why.
Now that I am grown
Have a family of my own
So it is that I know why
Mother would pray and cry.
Thank you, Mother, for your prayer,
And all the love you share.
Now it is I that pray and cry
No longer do I wonder why.
Now Mother that you are gone
All the battles fought and won
You no longer need to pray and cry
For I will see you there by and by.
Jesus, new life to me He gives,
For in my heart I know He lives.
That is why you would pray and cry
And I no longer wonder why.
Good old thoughts ( part 1)
Dreaming about a thing in order to do it properly is right;
Dreaming about a thing when you should be doing it is wrong!
What you live with, you learn;
What you learn, you practice;
What you practice, you become;
What you become, has consequences!
Yard by yard, it's always hard,
but, inch by inch, it's a cinch!
Treat people as if they were what they ought to be and you help them become what they are capable of being. - Johann Wolfing von Goethe
The deepest job of belonging comes as one learns to cooperate, contribute, and help!
We work together to bring out the best in each of us and then we apply our skills to help others!
Let us never forget that we learn in moments of enjoyment!
Real communication is impossible without listening!
Good thoughts not shared are worth squat!
People will do more of what they are praised for!
What's important is not what happens when you're there, it's what happens when you are NOT there!
If you can't measure, you can't manage!
Attainable goals are those you can reach but that make you stretch!
Whenever you are angry, be assured that it not only is a present evil, but that you have increased a habit!
There is so much good in the worst of us, and so much bad in the best of us, that it behooves all of us not to talk about the rest of us!
It is a fine thing to have ability, but the ability to discover ability in others is the true test!
Facts not frankly faced have a habit of stabbing us in the back!
It is a good rule to face difficulties at the time they arise and not allow them to increase unacknowledged!
The best part of knowledge is that which teaches us where knowledge leaves off and ignorance begins!
It's amazing what ordinary people can do if they set out without preconceived notions!
It is well for people who think to change their minds occasionally in order to keep them clean. For those who do not think, it is best to rearrange their prejudices once in a while!
A great many people think they are thinking when they are really rearranging their prejudices!
Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely!
Aim at perfection in everything, though in most things, it is unattainable. However, they who aim at it, and persevere, will come much nearer to it than those whose laziness and despondency make them give it up as unattainable!
What you have outside you counts less than what you have inside you!
A good name, like good will, is gotten by many actions and lost by one!
Have confidence that if you have done a little thing well, you can do a bigger thing well, too!
Any fool can criticize, condemn, and complain - and most fools do!
Big shots are only little shots who keep shooting!
The first great gift we can bestow on others is a good example!
The man who follows the crowd will never be followed by a crowd!
An acre of performance is worth a whole world of promise!
If you wish your merit to be known, acknowledge that of other people!
He who considers too much will perform little!
Tact is the unsaid part of what you think; its opposite, the unthought part of what you say!
You will never stub you toe standing still. The faster you go, the more chance there is of stubbing your toe, but the more chance you have of getting somewhere!
A man who is contented with what he has done will never become famous for what he will do!
What we see depends mainly on what we look for!
The dead are all living all around us, watching with eager anticipation how we will handle the opportunities they left in our hands when they died!
Call on a business man only at business times, and on business; transact your business, and go about your business, in order to give him time to finish his business!
Unless the job means more than the pay, it will never pay more!
Save time thinking you can do the other fellow's job better than he can...
put it into doing your job better!
We gain nothing by being with such as ourselves; we encourage each other in mediocrity, I am always longing to be with men more excellent than myself!
Nothing worthwhile comes easily. Half effort does not produce half results. It produces no results. Work, continuous work and hard work, is the only way to accomplish results that last.
There is no readier way for a man to bring his own worth into question than by endeavoring to detract from the worth of other men!
It's easy to dodge our responsibilities, but we cannot dodge the consequences of dodging our responsibilities!
Do not waste a minute - not a second - in trying to demonstrate to others the merits of your performance. If your work does not vindicate itself, you cannot vindicate it.
The people to fear are not those who disagree with you, but those who disagree with you are too cowardly to let you know.
Undertake something that is difficult; it will do you good. Unless you try to do something beyond what you have already mastered, you will never grow.
Unless each man produces more than he receives, increases his output, there will be less for him and all the others.
Failures are divided into two classes - those who thought and never did, and those who did and never thought.
Better keep yourself clean and bright; you are the window through which you must see the world.
Our destiny changes with our thought; we shall become what we wish to become, do what we wish to do, when our habitual thought corresponds with our destiny.
Restlessness and discontent are the first necessities of progress.
Good management consists of showing average people how to do the work of superior people
There are few, if any, jobs in which ability alone is sufficient. Needed, also, are loyalty, sincerity, enthusiasm, and team play.
Think wrongly, if you please; but in all cases think for yourself.
Credit to the fullest the good qualities to be found in others, ever thought they may far outshine your own.
The sum of behavior is to retain a man's own dignity, without intruding upon the liberty of others.
Half of the harm that is done in this work is due to people who want to feel important...they do not mean to do harm...they are absorbed in the endless struggle to think well of themselves.
Sometimes when I consider what tremendous consequence come from little things, a chance word, a tap on the shoulder, or a penny dropped on a newsstand, I am tempted to think...there are no little things.
Everybody ought to do at least two things each day that he hates to do, just for practice.
People seldom improve when they have no other model but themselves to copy after.
It is not only what we do, but also what we do not do, for which we are accountable.
It is not enough to be busy; so are the ants. The question is what are you busy about.
Pressure is on us by the nature of the job. Performance releases pressure.
Nothing is really work unless you would rather be doing something else.
Don't judge a man by his opinion of himself.
You will never "find" time for anything. If you want time, you must make it.
All things come to him who waits - provided he knows what he is waiting for.
There are two ways of meeting difficulties: you alter the difficulties, or you alter yourself to meet them.
People will sit up and take notice of you if you will sit up and take notice of what makes them sit up and take notice.
Have patience, all things are difficult before they become easy.
It's the men behind who "make" the men ahead.
How little do they see what really is, who frame their hasty judgment upon that which seems.
We can believe almost anything if it be necessary to protect our pride.
No right way to do a wrong thing.
No pillow as soft as a clear conscience.
The only people with no problems are dead.
Try Not - do or do not, there is no try.
People with humility don't think less of themselves, they just think about themselves less.
Contented people are not the ones who create improvements.
People should regard every job they do as preparation for a bigger one.
Feelings are everywhere...be gentle.
We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give.
A good example is a great gift to give others.
Don't find fault with what you don't understand.
The man who can anger you, conquers you.
No man has the right to do as he pleases, except when he pleases to do right.
The two things opened most by mistake are the pocketbook and the mouth.
If you don't enjoy what you have, how could you be happier with more?
Apology is often a good way to have the last work.
Not failure, but low aim, is a crime.
Suppress a moment's anger...prevent a day of sorrow.
A good example is the best sermon.
Dreaming about a thing when you should be doing it is wrong!
What you live with, you learn;
What you learn, you practice;
What you practice, you become;
What you become, has consequences!
Yard by yard, it's always hard,
but, inch by inch, it's a cinch!
Treat people as if they were what they ought to be and you help them become what they are capable of being. - Johann Wolfing von Goethe
The deepest job of belonging comes as one learns to cooperate, contribute, and help!
We work together to bring out the best in each of us and then we apply our skills to help others!
Let us never forget that we learn in moments of enjoyment!
Real communication is impossible without listening!
Good thoughts not shared are worth squat!
People will do more of what they are praised for!
What's important is not what happens when you're there, it's what happens when you are NOT there!
If you can't measure, you can't manage!
Attainable goals are those you can reach but that make you stretch!
Whenever you are angry, be assured that it not only is a present evil, but that you have increased a habit!
There is so much good in the worst of us, and so much bad in the best of us, that it behooves all of us not to talk about the rest of us!
It is a fine thing to have ability, but the ability to discover ability in others is the true test!
Facts not frankly faced have a habit of stabbing us in the back!
It is a good rule to face difficulties at the time they arise and not allow them to increase unacknowledged!
The best part of knowledge is that which teaches us where knowledge leaves off and ignorance begins!
It's amazing what ordinary people can do if they set out without preconceived notions!
It is well for people who think to change their minds occasionally in order to keep them clean. For those who do not think, it is best to rearrange their prejudices once in a while!
A great many people think they are thinking when they are really rearranging their prejudices!
Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely!
Aim at perfection in everything, though in most things, it is unattainable. However, they who aim at it, and persevere, will come much nearer to it than those whose laziness and despondency make them give it up as unattainable!
What you have outside you counts less than what you have inside you!
A good name, like good will, is gotten by many actions and lost by one!
Have confidence that if you have done a little thing well, you can do a bigger thing well, too!
Any fool can criticize, condemn, and complain - and most fools do!
Big shots are only little shots who keep shooting!
The first great gift we can bestow on others is a good example!
The man who follows the crowd will never be followed by a crowd!
An acre of performance is worth a whole world of promise!
If you wish your merit to be known, acknowledge that of other people!
He who considers too much will perform little!
Tact is the unsaid part of what you think; its opposite, the unthought part of what you say!
You will never stub you toe standing still. The faster you go, the more chance there is of stubbing your toe, but the more chance you have of getting somewhere!
A man who is contented with what he has done will never become famous for what he will do!
What we see depends mainly on what we look for!
The dead are all living all around us, watching with eager anticipation how we will handle the opportunities they left in our hands when they died!
Call on a business man only at business times, and on business; transact your business, and go about your business, in order to give him time to finish his business!
Unless the job means more than the pay, it will never pay more!
Save time thinking you can do the other fellow's job better than he can...
put it into doing your job better!
We gain nothing by being with such as ourselves; we encourage each other in mediocrity, I am always longing to be with men more excellent than myself!
Nothing worthwhile comes easily. Half effort does not produce half results. It produces no results. Work, continuous work and hard work, is the only way to accomplish results that last.
There is no readier way for a man to bring his own worth into question than by endeavoring to detract from the worth of other men!
It's easy to dodge our responsibilities, but we cannot dodge the consequences of dodging our responsibilities!
Do not waste a minute - not a second - in trying to demonstrate to others the merits of your performance. If your work does not vindicate itself, you cannot vindicate it.
The people to fear are not those who disagree with you, but those who disagree with you are too cowardly to let you know.
Undertake something that is difficult; it will do you good. Unless you try to do something beyond what you have already mastered, you will never grow.
Unless each man produces more than he receives, increases his output, there will be less for him and all the others.
Failures are divided into two classes - those who thought and never did, and those who did and never thought.
Better keep yourself clean and bright; you are the window through which you must see the world.
Our destiny changes with our thought; we shall become what we wish to become, do what we wish to do, when our habitual thought corresponds with our destiny.
Restlessness and discontent are the first necessities of progress.
Good management consists of showing average people how to do the work of superior people
There are few, if any, jobs in which ability alone is sufficient. Needed, also, are loyalty, sincerity, enthusiasm, and team play.
Think wrongly, if you please; but in all cases think for yourself.
Credit to the fullest the good qualities to be found in others, ever thought they may far outshine your own.
The sum of behavior is to retain a man's own dignity, without intruding upon the liberty of others.
Half of the harm that is done in this work is due to people who want to feel important...they do not mean to do harm...they are absorbed in the endless struggle to think well of themselves.
Sometimes when I consider what tremendous consequence come from little things, a chance word, a tap on the shoulder, or a penny dropped on a newsstand, I am tempted to think...there are no little things.
Everybody ought to do at least two things each day that he hates to do, just for practice.
People seldom improve when they have no other model but themselves to copy after.
It is not only what we do, but also what we do not do, for which we are accountable.
It is not enough to be busy; so are the ants. The question is what are you busy about.
Pressure is on us by the nature of the job. Performance releases pressure.
Nothing is really work unless you would rather be doing something else.
Don't judge a man by his opinion of himself.
You will never "find" time for anything. If you want time, you must make it.
All things come to him who waits - provided he knows what he is waiting for.
There are two ways of meeting difficulties: you alter the difficulties, or you alter yourself to meet them.
People will sit up and take notice of you if you will sit up and take notice of what makes them sit up and take notice.
Have patience, all things are difficult before they become easy.
It's the men behind who "make" the men ahead.
How little do they see what really is, who frame their hasty judgment upon that which seems.
We can believe almost anything if it be necessary to protect our pride.
No right way to do a wrong thing.
No pillow as soft as a clear conscience.
The only people with no problems are dead.
Try Not - do or do not, there is no try.
People with humility don't think less of themselves, they just think about themselves less.
Contented people are not the ones who create improvements.
People should regard every job they do as preparation for a bigger one.
Feelings are everywhere...be gentle.
We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give.
A good example is a great gift to give others.
Don't find fault with what you don't understand.
The man who can anger you, conquers you.
No man has the right to do as he pleases, except when he pleases to do right.
The two things opened most by mistake are the pocketbook and the mouth.
If you don't enjoy what you have, how could you be happier with more?
Apology is often a good way to have the last work.
Not failure, but low aim, is a crime.
Suppress a moment's anger...prevent a day of sorrow.
A good example is the best sermon.
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