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DEAR GOD: I love You~

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O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water. So I have looked upon you in the sanctuary, beholding your power and glory.

(Psalm 63:1–2)

 

Only God will satisfy a heart like David’s. And David was a man after God’s own heart. That’s the way we were created to be.

This is the essence of what it means to love God: to be satisfied in Him. In Him — not just His gifts, but God Himself, as the glorious Person that He is! When we rejoice in Him, we are fully giving ourselves unto the LORD. We are established in His roots of glory and His existence of power and might.

When we run to Him for all things we are acknowledging His magnificence and His eternal omnipotence, after all He is the “Great I AM – I AM!”  It doesn’t get bigger than that my friends.

This is the essence of Loving God accepting loving and meditating on Him daily throughout the day, and throughout our life here on earth. We are bound for eternal rewards in trusting Him and obeying Him.  We are filled with glee and His Spirit of peace and wisdom when we adhere to His commandments, and His purpose for our life.

In confidence I can say that none of us has arrived at pure perfection in thoughts, mind and deeds–it’s kind of impossible while in our “flesh bodies.” We Love Him, and no doubt we love Him fully.  But we are in the flesh and there is a limitation of what we can do while encased in these earthly vessels of ours. And, God is aware of this and knows we fall short, but despite our imperfections, He loves each of us with a capacity that surpasses all else.  And, He forgives us as we repent while He continues to create and hone our “inner man”  daily in His image.

We can all relate to “fussing or murmuring of heart when we incur some earthly loss of comfort or convenience”  But, we of faith, have tasted that the LORD is good, and by God’s grace we know we have the fountain of everlasting joy, the fountain of the Living Water, and the gift of Eternal life in Heaven.  Thank You LORD!

And that is the biggest LOVE GIFT of all…knowing we are bound for our crown and rewards in Heaven where we have a seat  at the table of the LORD forever and ever…How amazing is that?

 

“One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple” (Psalm 27:4).

 

 

DEAR GOD: Faith by Hearing Love of the Word~

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So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.

Romans 10:17 (KJV)

 

 

 

There are so many rewards in reading the Bible and knowing the LORD.  And, there are so many opportunities in which to do so.  Of course the main way to know Him is to read His Word.

Hearing His Word is an amazing tool in garnering the deep roots in which we need to thrive, by experiencing His voice.

The more we read, reflect and engage in our Father’s Word, the more enriched our spiritual body becomes, the more pronounced our path of righteousness according to His will and glory.

Projecting our inner light as we “hear His Word” as our inner spirit, or “inner man” is honed in order to closely resemble Christ…is another way in which we grow.  Seeking His face and meditation is yet another way.  Plus love and dedication to the LORD in all that we do—we must “do unto the LORD” for His glory.

Getting to know God and accepting and surrendering to Him is a choice and one that many people opt not to take. It’s those who are bereft of His love and walking in darkness that I especially pray for.  I can’t imagine not having God in my life in good times or bad.  But, when the storms in our life come pouring down on us, that’s when we need

His protective shield the most.  Imagine not knowing God? The thought is incomprehensible to me. And yet, sadly there are those who are not followers who feel the same way about my faith.

God is our ammunition in times of trouble. His Word our uniform of protection.  His love our shield of armor.

This ‘love letter’ of His is designed to give us a good solid life while passing through…and a long term insurance policy that will pay off when we are called home. That’s when we cash in our policy…and the LORD says, “good job my faithful servant and loving child.”

Do you have your insurance policy in hand?  If not, reach for Bible, it’s the best selling book for thousands of years, and the best policy you can ever invest in!

 

“Father God, thank You for Your love, guidance, and protection, I love You and all that You are, and all that You do, I do all of what I do for You, and Your glory, now and forever, Amen.”

 

 

DEAR GOD: You Hear Our Prayers, Always~

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Then Jesus said to the disciples, “Have faith in God. 23 I tell you the truth, you can say to this mountain, ‘May you be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ and it will happen. But you must really believe it will happen and have no doubt in your heart. 24 I tell you, you can pray for anything, and if you believe that you’ve received it, it will be yours. 25 But when you are praying, first forgive anyone you are holding a grudge against, so that your Father in heaven will forgive your sins, too. 

(Mark 11:22-25 NLT)

 

Praying is  not only a personal and intimate connection to our Father in Heaven,  but it’s also another way in which to show our devotion and love for Him and to Him.

When we profess our inner most thoughts and desires–of which He already knows before we even know it–(Matthew 6:8) –we are connecting our heart to His heart and climbing up higher into the realm of our faith.

Even when we pray and the prayer seems to go “unanswered” it doesn’t mean that our Father doesn’t hear us.  It means that He is waiting for the “right time” and the “right solution” to our requests.”

After all, it is always “His will be done” not “ours” — and when He grants our petitions and inner most heart felt desires, it is always for the betterment of His children, and His way is the “best way” and the “best outcome” contrary to what we may think or feel.  His way is the BEST…

So, as you go along in life and do your utmost best to stay in His Word and adhere to His Holy ways and commandments, remember this…God always hears us.  He is always listening.  And He is always close by holding us up with His right hand of righteousness. (Isaiah 41:10 ) 

Leading, guiding and showing us the way…forever here and now…and forever in the hereafter.

What an amazing God we serve huh?

 

“Father God, thank You for Your kindness, Your compassion, Your unconditional love, and Your hands of grace that touch our face each and everyday of our life, we are Yours forever more, in Jesus name, Amen.”

 

Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.  (Isaiah 41:10 KJV)

DEAR GOD: You are Everything~

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Listening to the news one can see that there is angst and sorrow all over the place. It is difficult to watch the news seeing the evil perpetrators while viewing the horrific repercussions of their actions.
Families grieving, children being molested, elderly being abused, animals in a circus being beaten! It is too much for a model citizen living and adhering to the law to comprehend such heinous crimes. And to hear people say, “where is God” while this is going on?

God is not doing these evil things-man is. “For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.” 1 John 7:16 (KJV).

There has always been Spiritual warfare going on since before the beginning of time. There was a great battle even before the earth was formed by God’s hands. Spiritual warfare is something real and ongoing. It will be going on until Christ returns with His army and battles the evil forces to make His Kingdom here on Earth. And, it will be beautiful, peaceful, idyllic- blissful for all eternity. When Jesus Christ establishes His rightful place, and all knees will bow and every tongue will proclaim Jesus Christ is Lord.

Those of us who choose to have real fellowship with Him experience His grace and live lives of holiness in His presence. When we walk in the light, it means we believe God’s truth as revealed in His word. We continue to make a sustained effort to follow in His word and deed. We are all sinners and we must try to formulate our existence in what He expects from us, His children.

If we claim that we have never sinned, we are in essence saying we do not need the efficacy of Christ’s death…Therefore making a liar of God. We all try to live without sin, but we are all susceptible to sinning. If we do fall into sin, the remedy is to confess and forsake that particular sin. Jesus’ death as the propitiation for our sins, and His heavenly ministry as our advocate is the basis and foundation for our assurance of forgiveness. He cleansed our sins. Jesus intercedes before God on our behalf on the basis of His atoning death. His blood washed us clean. His death and resurrection, and our active faith in Him is all we need to live forever. We can walk boldly into the inner courts of God because of Jesus’ blood.

God sent His son to cleanse us. We choose to either accept the living waters and the Lamb of God-in order to live forever, and thirst no more, or we don’t. For those who choose not to accept Him look around -it is clearly apparent in the news, on the streets where we walk and live. Not believing or accepting Christ, one can see where that might lead many.

So don’t say “where is God?” when things happen in the world that are disgusting. God is there and always will be there. It is your choice always has been. God’s arms are always open, He is always waiting to embrace you with His love and protection. You might be going through a difficult time, but it is so much easier with God in your corner.
For me the choice has is simple. How about you?”

 

 

 

 

Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.” 1 John 7:15 (KJV)

“If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:8-9 (KJV)

“He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of god perfected: herby know we that we are in him.” 1 John 2:4-5 (KJV)

“But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is not lie, and even as it hath ttugh you, ye shall abide in him.”  1 John 2:27 (KJV)

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: 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.”

DEAR GOD: You’re Everywhere~

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   The eyes of the Lord are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good.   ( Proverbs 15:3)

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 50:1-2   “The Mighty One, God, the Lord, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to the place where it sets. From Zion, perfect in beauty, God shines forth.”

 

Another day in the life of “His child” and another day in which to give thanks and bear witness to His love and glory.

Each day is the promise of yet another opportunity to grasp His word and purpose for our life in accordance to His will.

The chirping of the birds as they begin their day is refreshing and comforting, for they represent our Father in that He created them.  The emerald green grass sporting drops of dew is evidence of Him again, for He knows how to cultivate and bring forth life in all of His creatures and landscape.

We are one of His creations.  We were formed by His hands of love.  He knew us before and while we were in our mom’s womb.  He chose our parents and our distinct DNA.  He preplanned our life, and desires, hoping that we would walk according to His purpose, and will.

 

1 Corinthians 3:16  Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit lives in you?   

We are His and He is ours.  We have the Spirit guiding us, leading us, teaching us…and touching us, and if we “listen” and adhere to His ways, we will be able to fortify His word by preparing others by example.

Jesus tells us in Matthew 28:20:, “go out and preach the Gospel to all nations, and lo I am with you always even until the end of time.”  This is His commandment to us. One of the core messages along with His doctrine of love, and tolerance, and most important… listening to “our Father.”

Look around, listen…watch, and we need to give thanks unto Him for all that we do.  For He gets all the victory and praise no matter what.

Then as we do all things we’re commanded to do, our inner spirit will be strengthened as our growth will be substantiated in Him.

His Word. His way. His will.  I ask this, “would you want it any other way?” 

 

 

“And, O’ Lord, how grateful we are for Your love and care. We cast our burden and cares upon You,  for You care for us. And, each day as we go forward…we are “one with You” in our message from the spirit from within. Help us to be an example to “all” those we come into contact with. In Jesus Christ’ precious and loving name, Amen.”

 

DEAR GOD: Faith & Your Consuming Love~

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*FAITH:

Complete trust or confidence in someone or something:

Strong belief in God or in the doctrines of a religion, based on spiritual apprehension rather than proof.

*(As defined in the Oxford online dictionary)

 

God has many names and is referred to as many things in the Bible, “the Great I Am, Jehovah, Alpha Omega, Father, Abba, Adonai,” so on and so forth…. and along with those names, his character and attributes are varied and strong standing;  “loving, compassionate, omnipresent, sovereign, and a great consuming fire.”

His Word is a two-edged sword, it goes both ways, and His love and power a consuming and powerful fire.  He can warm and He can destroy.  He can lift one up, He can pull one down, He can exalt, He can humble, He can reward, and He can bring corrective actions towards the disobedient.

Through His Words, and through the pages of His Holy Bible there isn’t anything more rewarding or significant than when a verse or chapter quickens your very soul, enlightening and lifting you up into the realm of His magnificence.

It’s the moment when you connect to His voice, His Spirit, and His awesome and all consuming fire of passion and love.  When He “speaks” to the inner spirit and guides and brings us to a point where we know, that faith…and our belief in Him, is indeed REAL.

See now that I, even I, am he, and there is no god with me: I kill, and I make alive; I wound, and I heal: neither is there any that can deliver out of my hand.

(Deuteronomy 32:39)

It’s that reaffirming call of faith, time and time again, that pulls us together in this world that seeks to “rip us apart” and longs to bring us to ruins, but it’s His voice, through His Word, through a friend, or through a revelation of witness,  we come alive knowing that our Loving Father is with us always.  His messages are all around us, we need to seek them in order to find them, and we need to “fine tune” our receptors of spirituality in order to hear Him clearly.

A dear close friend of mine last evening said, “It’s like fine tuning a radio channel until you find the right channel to tune into” — she is so right!  And, that is truly what we as children of faith do, every single day, seek Him, listen, and tune in to His message.  And then deliver His message while giving Him the Praise, glory and victory, always.

With God in our corner, who can be against us?

With God in our camp, who can toss us asunder?

With God in our life, there is LIFE…not just life but abundant LIFE.

Seek Him, speak with Him, love Him…and wait.

He will never let us down, and He will always want what’s best for His children.

Faith….that’s a word that brings forth a powerful meaning and message.

But, it’s faith that lives in us that brings forth the electrifying, and all consuming fire of love from our Father that keeps us going.

Praise you Abba Father–Amen!

 

Deuteronomy 4:35
To you it was shown that you might know that the LORD, He is God; there is no other besides Him.

1 Samuel 2:6
“The LORD kills and makes alive; He brings down to Sheol and raises up.

Job 5:18
“For He inflicts pain, and gives relief; He wounds, and His hands also heal.

 

DEAR GOD: I Live to Worship You~

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You alone my LORD, my King  whom I adore and whom I LIVE for. After all, without YOU I wouldn’t exist.  More important, I wouldn’t be ALIVE.  For if not for YOU, there is no LIFE.

Even in the darkest of times there is LIGHT…YOU heavenly LORD.

My Father God, my everything.

Your voice calls to me in your book of love, the Bible.

It is from Your magnificent heart to our hearts.  It reaches into the depths of our souls and brings forth LIFE.

Power in the name of Jesus.

Power in being covered by His blood.

And, power in being Your child, in Jesus name we are strengthened.

In Jesus name, we are free from death.

In Jesus name, we are given the gift of eternal salvation.

Oh heavenly Father…All glory and honor are Yours.

When we seek Your face, meditate, and listen to Praise and Worship music, all things are possible.

We gain access to You and therefore protected, and the enemy has to run from us…as we are given the power in Your precious name to ward off the enemy.

The most powerful thing we can do as Your children, everyday of course is to worship You, meditate on Your word…and listen to Praise and Worship music.

Shouting with glee to the highest heavens for Your precious ears to absorb…and giving You honor and glory.

With the LORD in our life…shining His magnificent Light…and protecting us with His love, how can we not shout for JOY!  How amazing is the LORD?

His mercy.

His love.

His light.

His compassion.

His faithfulness.

O’ shout to the LORD!

Everyday is a new way to love You.

Everyday is a new way to hear Your voice.

Everyday is a gift to do Your bidding in Your name.

Sing…Praise…Pray…Worship…and in all things give THANKS!

Amen and Amen~

 

Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you. 

Luke 10:19