Month: May 2018

DEAR GOD: Your Word is Full of Promise, Peace & Rewards~

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For as the rain comes down, and the snow from heaven, And do not return there. But water the earth, And make it bring forth and bud, That it may give seed to the sower And bread to the eater. So shall My word not return to Me void, But, it shall accomplish what I please, And, it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it.

                                                  Isaiah 55:10-11 (NKJV)

 

 

 

God and His promises are many, throughout the Bible, since the beginning of the earth age, and before the earth age…He is, and always was…and will always be.

His word in the beginning, in the book of Genesis, which means; “origin” or “generation” or “beginning” — God SPOKE the Word and it happened.  His Word went forth from His mouth and accomplished that which He wanted.

God defined the Word, bringing things into existence, by naming things, and giving them a purpose, finally God established and blessed that which He had made, sealing the truth of His creation, through His very Word.  “Let there be light;” and there was light.        Genesis 1:3  (NKJV)

Nothing has changed today.  All things remain the same. God’s Word and promises and His peace still reigns and always shall.  His Word is His Word to this day, He is on the throne and still in control.  So, when we “speak His Word” it doesn’t return to Him void, He listens, and blesses those who believe, those who trust, and those who depend on Him for all of our provisions.  Amen.

In His amazing Word is TRUTH, and LOVE and PEACE, and we have access to Him anytime we wish…we walk boldly into His presence, thanks to His Son, Jesus Christ who sacrificed for us.  Through His death and resurrection the “veil was rent/ripped” from top to bottom, allowing us full entry into the presence of the LORD. (Matt 27:50-51)  Amen.

Speak the Word and believe the Word and trust the Word, for it is the very voice of God and His Character.  He loves us, every single one of us, no matter what, where, how or why.  He loves us unconditionally.  Amen.

Speak the Word.

Learn the Word.

Love the Word.

Love the truth.

Love the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY.  Amen.

The closer we grow to Him the more positive our lives and existence become.  When we’re here on earth, we have things to accomplish and do.  Speak His Word, truth and promises, and follow Him without fail, and watch the impact it will have on your life here.  But, more important, the impact it will have on your “eternity.”

 

“Father, thank You for Your Word and for Your love, truth, peace and compassion, may we always speak the truth and absorb Your Word, and share it with others so they might see the light, and share in eternity, with those who believe, in Jesus Christ name, Amen.”

 

 

 

Matthew 27:50-51 And when Jesus had cried out again in a loud voice, he gave up his spirit. At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth shook, the rocks split  

DEAR GOD: Loving Son & Savior~

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Loving Son & Savior~

 

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

John 1:1 (NKJV)

 

The Gospel of Matthew presents Jesus as the King of the Jews, and long awaited Messiah, and the Gospel of Mark allows us to see Jesus as a Servant, serving and healing and loving.

The Gospel of John shows Christ in His divinity, as the Son of God, whereas the Gospel of Luke shows Jesus in His humanity as the Son of God, bearing the compassionate nature of Christ, with intense emotions, and sympathy to those in need. He goes into great detail about His birth, and all of the events surrounding it.

All four Gospels are descriptive and detail Jesus Christ’ life and ministry, all showing the love and sacrifice of the Savior.

No matter which Gospel we’re reading…each one tells of Jesus’ life and great love for us.

We can all sense and feel the love of Christ, and know that He alone is the true Author of Salvation, and the King of kings and Lord of lords.

We see His love for us and know what he suffered for our transgressions. And, how He was bruised for our iniquities, so with His stripes, we are ALL healed. (Isaiah 53:5)  We are healed because of Jesus and there is no doubt of what He has done for us.

“For with God nothing will be impossible.” Luke 1:37 (NKJV) – We can always trust Him even in the most difficult of circumstances. Why?  Because nothing is too difficult or too complex for God, and no challenge is beyond His Sovereign power to overcome.

It would be well to remember and embrace that God never will forsake us or forget us. He will always take care of us. He remembers all of us, even His creatures big and small. Remember the Sparrows? “Are not five sparrows sold for two copper coins? And not one of them is forgotten before God.” Luke 12:6 (NKJV)

God knows all of His children, and creatures, and cares for us all.  So, if He loves His sparrows and creatures, how much more for us, His children?

So, no matter what book you’re reading in the Bible.

All are His Word. 

And, the Word is God.

Each Gospel has Jesus as the Star in them all.

He is our Light of lights, and our help from above.

He is the Son of Man, and the Son of God.

He is our Lord and Savior, and our Redeemer.

Remember, the next time you’re reading His Word, that Jesus, “became flesh and walked among us…”

And…Hallelujah, He’s coming back again!

“Father, thank You for Your gift of love and salvation, in Jesus name, Amen.”

DEAR GOD: With You There is LIFE~

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Proverbs 3:6 – In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.

I was speaking with a friend regarding a mutual acquaintance who had in previous gatherings admonished us for our “foolish ways” regarding God.  We realized that this individual thought both of us foolish because we go to God for everything on a daily basis. My friend and I don’t judge anyone, so therefore, after our analysis as to why he thought us foolish, we spoke about other things that we had in common.  However, prior to moving on we both concurred that it must be an empty existence living without God. In fact it’s not living if it’s without God.

Existing without God? That’s something that’s completely foreign to me on every level. It’s something I wouldn’t or couldn’t do.  To be without God is “suffocation.”  God is breath and nourishment and my sole provider granting all provisions according to my needs.

Isaiah 26:3 – Thou wilt keep Him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because He trusteth in thee.

Trusting God generates a circle of love, truth, and peace.  It’s an infinite gift and the reason for tranquil nights and sunshine-filled moments.  It’s an elevation of one’s soul as it advances fully. Being knitted to God is the purpose in which we were created.  It’s our anchor of sobriety in this drunken world of hypocrisy, and the common thread of decency that runs through our hearts, in which we feel that love.

If anybody encounters an acquaintance, that thinks you’re foolish, in how you love God, or how you live your life, pray for them daily, and perhaps they’ll one day, experience the joy, and peace, of knowing, loving, and trusting God.

Then smile knowing full-well you can TRUST God to fulfill all of His promises, when we’re willing to walk in His ways…

“Father thank You for Your breath of life and Your hands of love, I acknowledge You in all that I do, now and always, in Jesus precious name, Amen.”

 

DEAR GOD: Encouraging One Another by His Love & Truth~

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Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, but a good word makes it glad. 

Proverbs 12:25 (NKJV)

 

The world has more than enough of “naysayers” and critics, scoffers, and detractors.  We need more people to become “experts” at giving encouragement.  A good word is sometimes a hard thing to find.  Why not give it a “home in our mouth?”

“Loose lips sink ships” a popular and vital saying in World War II.  That motto was in fact to protect our American troops.  It was a saying that meant, “Guard your mouth. Guard your words. And do nothing to endanger our service men and women.

“…He who guards his mouth preserves his life, but he who opens wide his lips shall have destruction.” Proverbs 13:3 – (NKJV)

Well, in essence…preventing causalities in a spiritual war takes the same kind of precaution and action.

Being supportive and bringing forth a good word and supporting one another becomes a domino effect making the end results rewarding and pleasing to the LORD.  Kindness and the ability to encourage is a direct link from God to others and back again to the origin.

“Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, but those who deal truthfully are His delight.” Proverbs 12:22  (NKJV)

God keeps His promises, and when we acknowledge that He does, it’s another way of saying He always speaks the truth.  He delights in truth.  And, when we please Him when we tell the truth.  When we uphold His word, and when we are kind and supportive to one another.  It is the presence of His Spirit that becomes fully engaged in us as we project His love towards others, in ways that are pleasing and indicative of His love for us.

When we obey the ways of the LORD, that is to say His principles and doctrine, or more to the point…His Word…He will guide us and show us how to apply the truth in our life.

When we set our hearts on obeying the LORD, He will show us His wisdom…and bring us closer to Him thereby rendering us higher into understanding our purpose in life.

Being supportive in the body of Christ is an ongoing process and a daily part of whom we are as Christians.

Our brothers and sisters, many in the dark, don’t know the truth. When we get a “word” from the LORD…He will bring us to what we should say, and maybe that person will come to the LORD.  That would be up to God of course, we’re merely His messengers, or vessels for such cause.

But keep in mind, that even if “one soul” is saved, the angels rejoice in heaven, and God will celebrate along with them.  And, it all starts with “words of truth, kindness and love…”

“Father, help us to guard our tongues, know what to say, offer encouragement and support where ever we’re led and speak the truth in Jesus precious name, Amen.”

 

 

                             Proverbs 2:6-9  (NKJV)

6 For the Lord gives wisdom;
From His mouth come knowledge and understanding;
7 He stores up sound wisdom for the upright;
He is a shield to those who walk uprightly;
8 He guards the paths of justice,
And preserves the way of His saints.
9 Then you will understand righteousness and justice,
Equity and every good path.

DEAR GOD: Humility vs Pride~

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Proverbs 29:23 –

A man’s pride shall bring him low:

but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit.

 

 

 

 

Pride can be defined as  an inversion of power and authority.

It can be explained  as a taking it upon ourselves to do things on our own.

It’s one of the weaknesses that the enemy will tempt you with.

It’s classic in how Satan tries to get you to come over to his views and ways.  He knows what makes us feel good, and knows all about us, and tries to steer us in his direction.

The lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the lust of the world — which is the pride of life.

The root cause of most every sin starts off with “pride”

It is pride that stops many people from ceasing or calling upon the LORD.

 

When we really know God, and His word, the more we will not be fooled, and not be led astray. The more we reflect and meditate on His word, the more humble we will become, and the more filled with the Spirit of the LORD.

Pride destroys us and is a showy practice that makes us feel good.

It is a detracting agent. It is a solvent which will break us.

We must be careful and listen to the LORD.  Listen to the Word, and be careful that our choices and paths are not born from pride.

 

God’s voice is gentle and kind.

His voice is sure and compassionate.

God’s ways are filled with peace.

God transforms from the inside out.

God comes into our heart and changes us, when we surrender to Him, and humble ourselves.

 

The enemy changes and tempts from the “outside” and brings senses of all things alluring to us.

Tempting us as He did Christ in the desert.

Showing things from the outside, never from the inside out.

 

God is the strength in which we can turn to for all things.

He is the way, the life and the truth.

He is our all for all.

 

Go to God for all things.

Rest in Him.

Call out to Him.

Humble yourself before Him, and He will raise you up.

Listen,  do you hear His voice?

For there is only ONE VOICE, and that is the sound of the LORD.

 

 

 

 

Proverbs 16:5 –

Every one [that is] proud in heart [is] an abomination to the LORD:

~[though] hand [join] in hand, he shall not be unpunished.

 

 

 

 

 

DEAR GOD: Sing a Song Of Psalms~

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Psalms For All~

 

“That I may proclaim with the voice of thanksgiving,

and tell of all Your wondrous works.”

(Psalm 26:7 NKJV)

 

The Book of Psalms is the most commonly known book in the Bible, and arguably the most widely used. It truly runs the gamut of human emotions and human experience in a personal and intimate way.

The subject matter in Psalms includes such topics as: jubilation, war, peace, worship, judgment, messianic prophecy, praise and lament. We’re filled with a sense of deep faith as we embrace the passages and the meaning beyond the words.  We can feel the presence of those before us…but most especially. the presence of the Holy Spirit. who is behind the inspiration for this book, and the entire Bible.

Listening to God is essential to walking with God.  When we look to Him and surrender to Him entirely we are honoring Him and preparing for eternal life, even though we’re walking here on earth, and in the flesh.  All of which we do is Spiritual training for the actual event of when we’re called home.

When we do what we’re called to do, we’re not only soldiers and servants in His army, but we’re pleasing Him in all that we do. We’re following His doctrine when we serve “others” as well, in essence to whomever we serve, or give to, we are honoring Him.

It’s stated in Matthew 25:40 (KJV) –And the King shall answer and say to them, Truly I say to you, Inasmuch as you have done it to one of the least of these my brothers, you have done it to me.

When we do to others we are doing to the Lord. When we give to others, we are giving unto the Lord. When we take compassion on others, we’re doing the work of the Lord.

Jesus made it clear that God is not after outward compliance, but inward change. Let Him transform your hearts.  Open the door and let Him in.  What are you waiting for?

“Father, thank You for Your love and blessings, may I always please You and honor You in all that I do, in Jesus’ name, Amen.”