Why I am Thankful!

My heart cries out to the Almighty and He answers me! My Soul is downcast and He Lift’s me up! My tears drown my face like a waterfall and He dries my eyes with His Breath! My broken and Contrite heart will never be despised by Him for He Promised! My sins are ever before me and He Washes them away with His Son’s Bloody Sacrifice! My soul feels alienated and He reminds me He will never leave me nor forsake me! My life seems to be filled with Joy suckers and yet He fills my Heart with the Joy of His Salvation!

Today is Thanksgiving 2010, and my heart is soft and humbled by His Presence in my life! I want to thank everyone who prays for life to be a Witness of His Glory and follows this blog! I want to share briefly what I am Thankful for this year.

1. Gospel of Jesus Christ: Good news is always welcome. We don’t have to pay our sin debt, because Jesus already has by His Death on the Cross, His burial and His Resurrection from the dead! We are saved by turning to Jesus and Trusting in His work for our Salvation!

2. God’s Grace: God’s kindness is given to us freely! God gives us what we do not deserve. Eternal bliss! Enjoying Him Forever!

3. God’s Mercy: God’s Mercy is why we are not consumed by the fires of Hell! God does not give us what we deserve! He has pity on us.

4. Privilege of Prayer: It is an Awe inspiring thing to know that God hears us and responds to our request. Without prayer our relationship with the Father in Heaven would be very cold.

5. My family: Thank God for your family! God ordained and created us to be a family. We need our family for many reason’s. One reason is your family knows your weaknesses better than you do. It is tough to have them point out your weaknesses but you would never grow in your Spiritual walk without this important accountability. Our weaknesses becomes our strengths when God’s power is involved. 2Co 12:9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.

6. Church family: Thank God every day for the people who sit next to you in Church! It is Christian suicide not to have Christian fellowship. Hebrews 10:24&25 And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another__ and all the more as you see the Day approaching.

7. Technology: Can you imagine life without computers? Without a washer and dryer, without electricity or a refrigerator. Think about your life without a car, without a doctor and without antibiotics. Thank God for giving us the knowledge and creativity to improve our lives!

8. America: We need to quit damning our Country and start Thanking God for the Freedoms we all take for granted. America has many faults and we should all be involved in trying to improve our Country, but would you rather be in another Country? Thank God for giving us the rights to Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. He will continue to bless our Country if we turn to Him in repentance, faith and with Thanksgiving in our Hearts.

Be Blessed and Thankful !!

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Hey Mothers!

Do you have Moral principals that guide your world view? Everyone sees the world through preconceived moral principles. What is right, what is wrong and who or what determines that foundation. Listen to God; “Exodus 20:12 “Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.” Wow what a principle and a promise! By giving respect and lifting up my mother I will be blessed and live long. Someone once told me that a mother’s love is as close to God’s love we can ever experience this side of Heaven. It is pretty bad if your mother does not love you. I know no matter how or what I have ever done my mothers love has not wavered! God’s Love is similar; Romans 8:38 For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers,
39 neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” I desire to share a few more thoughts about Mothers day. First off I think Mothers day is under rated. What is my problem with that idea? The World views mothers as a means to an end- money. Can you put a price tag on your mother? Proverb 31:10 “A wife (or mother) of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.” I am blessed to have such a mother that all the flowers, gifts and money in the World could not replace a hug, kiss and a I love you. To show honor to my mother daily and not yearly brings more wealth to my soul than all the money in the World! I must say shame on you if you cannot honor your mother who gave you life. Besides the fact God’s promise is void for those who do not honor their mother. It is incomprehensible to me that one day a year is set aside to honor mothers. If I cannot honor my mother everyday than I need to be shamed! One good mother is worth a hundred schoolmasters. There is none, in all this cold and hollow world, no fount of deep, strong, deathless love, save that within a mother’s heart. I think Lincoln said it best “No man is poor who has had a Godly mother. Proverb 31:27 She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. 28 Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: If I could recount the numerous times my mother spent praying for my safety and health it would add up to years and I thank God for such a mother as this, she is BLESSED! I must say to my mother; “Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all. Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised. Give her the reward she has earned, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.” Some refuse to praise the Lord for their mother, but for those who have a God fearing mother knows that Mothers Day is everyday!

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Being Thankful!

Great Day there are so many reasons to be Thankful!  Where to start you might ask?  I have a few I would like to share with you.

1. Gospel of Jesus Christ: Good news is always welcome.  We don’t have to pay our sin debt, because Jesus already has by His Death on the Cross, His burial and His Resurrection from the dead! We are saved by turning to Jesus and Trusting in His work for our Salvation!

2. God’s Grace: God’s kindness is given to us freely!  God gives us what we do not deserve.  Eternal bliss!  Enjoying Him Forever!

3. God’s Mercy: God’s Mercy is why we are not consumed by the fires of Hell! God does not give us what we deserve! He has pity on us.

4. Privilege of Prayer: It is an Awe inspiring thing to know that God hears us and responds to our request.  Without prayer our relationship with the Father in Heaven would be very cold.

5. My family: Thank God for your family! God ordained and created us to be a family.  We need our family for many reason’s. One reason is your family knows your weaknesses better than you do.  It is tough to have them point out your weaknesses but you would never grow in your Spiritual walk without this important accountability.  Our weaknesses becomes our strengths when God’s power is involved. 2Co 12:9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.

6. Church family: Thank God every day for the people who sit next to you in Church! It is Christian suicide not to have Christian fellowship. Hebrews 10:24&25 And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another– and all the more as you see the Day approaching.

7. Technology: Can you imagine life without computers? Without a washer and dryer, without electricity or a refrigerator. Think about your life without a car, without a doctor and without anti-biotic’s. Thank God for giving us the knowledge and creativity to improve our lives!

8. America: We need to quit damning our Country and start Thanking God for the Freedoms we all take for granted.  America has many faults and we should all be involved in trying to improve our Country, but would you rather be in another Country?  Thank God for giving us the rights to Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.  He will continue to bless our Country if we turn to Him in repentance, faith and with Thanksgiving in our Hearts.

Be Blessed and Thankful !!

 

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3 Things

I know it is not just me but many of you have wondered about why things

seem to be moving so fast. So called economic crises, healthcare reform,

bailouts and so many other things seem to overwhelm most. I am not a

prophet but I know what the Bible says. Regardless of the situation you and

I find ourselves we need to remember what Paul the Apostle writes; 2Ti 3:1-

5 But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be

lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient

to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous,

without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, rash,

conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God– having a form of

godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do w ith them. From this

passage of Scripture I would like to sugg est three things to ponder. 1) F aith

2) Holiness 3) Prayer. Faith is not an option in order to please God. We

must believe and put our Trust in Jesus Christ. Remember Jesus said that

before He comes many with wonder from the faith, so we need to be

Trusting in Him to bring us through every situation and not trusting in

government or men. Heb 12:2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and

perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross,

scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

Second thing to consider is Holiness. Paul states that in the last days many

will have a form of godliness but denying its power. Many people all around

us seem to be religious. But Christian s now that religion does not bring

about a Holy life. The Bible says that without Holiness no one will see God.

So how do we live H oly lives amongst a religious godless society? Obedience

to Jesus Commands! Jesus Blood makes us Holy and we need to be Holy as

He is Holy! The H oly Spirit helps us to live Holy and G odly lives. The lost

world needs to see true believers living what they profess. Thirdly we need

prayer. This is the weapon of the believer. Paul talks about our strugg le in

this life in Ephesians chapter 6:10-18. Each piece of armor can only be put

on through prayer. Listen to Paul  Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his

mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand

against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood,

but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this

dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.

Therefore put on the full arm or of God, so that when the day of evil comes,

you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything,

to stand. Stand firm then, with th e belt of truth buckled around your waist,

with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with

the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this,

take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming

arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the

Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the S pirit on all occasions w ith

all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always

keep on praying for all th e saints  . With everything th at is going on in life

we all need these 3 things; Faith, Holiness and prayer!

I know it is not just me but many of you have wondered about why things

seem to be moving so fast. So called economic crises, healthcare reform,

bailouts and so many other things seem to overwhelm most. I am not a

prophet but I know what the Bible says. Regardless of the situation you and

I find ourselves we need to remember what Paul the Apostle writes; 2Ti 3:1-

5 But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be

lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient

to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous,

without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, rash,

conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God– having a form of

godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do w ith them. From this

passage of Scripture I would like to sugg est three things to ponder. 1) F aith

2) Holiness 3) Prayer. Faith is not an option in order to please God. We

must believe and put our Trust in Jesus Christ. Remember Jesus said that

before He comes many with wonder from the faith, so we need to be

Trusting in Him to bring us through every situation and not trusting in

government or men. Heb 12:2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and

perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross,

scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

Second thing to consider is Holiness. Paul states that in the last days many

will have a form of godliness but denying its power. Many people all around

us seem to be religious. But Christian s now that religion does not bring

about a Holy life. The Bible says that without Holiness no one will see God.

So how do we live H oly lives amongst a religious godless society? Obedience

to Jesus Commands! Jesus Blood makes us Holy and we need to be Holy as

He is Holy! The H oly Spirit helps us to live Holy and G odly lives. The lost

world needs to see true believers living what they profess. Thirdly we need

prayer. This is the weapon of the believer. Paul talks about our strugg le in

this life in Ephesians chapter 6:10-18. Each piece of armor can only be put

on through prayer. Listen to Paul  Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his

mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand

against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood,

but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this

dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.

Therefore put on the full arm or of God, so that when the day of evil comes,

you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything,

to stand. Stand firm then, with th e belt of truth buckled around your waist,

with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with

the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this,

take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming

arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the

Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the S pirit on all occasions w ith

all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always

keep on praying for all th e saints  . With everything th at is going on in life

we all need these 3 things; Faith, Holiness and prayer!

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Is it Biblical?

I’m wondering if a situation improves and I say “thank you” and got about my merry way, is that biblical?  1Thesselonians 5:14-18 And we urge you, brothers, warn those who are idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone. Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always try to be kind to each other and to everyone else. Be joyful always; pray continually;  give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. This is easy to say but hard to practice!  We must understand that God can help us in every situation and is not going to abandon us; for He says He will never leave us nor forsake us! James 1:13 When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; but each one is tempted when, by his own evil desire, he is dragged away and enticed.  Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death. We are tempted continually to be unthankful by taking blessings for granted.  Learning the Biblical principle of Thanksgiving in every situation is hard but happiness comes from the pursuit not the end result. The Lord gives and the Lord takes away, blessed be the Name of the Lord! God wants us to be merry but not at the expense of our hearts of gratitude. This Scripture may be of help; Ps 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart. The key to this is of course desiring Him first. Jesus says; Mt 6:33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. God gives us so much is it too much for us to say Thanks? Certainly not!

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